AMD’s Krackan Point APU Based on Zen 5 Architecture Is Coming #
The highly anticipated AMD Krackan Point mobile processor is about to make its official debut.
This series of APUs (Accelerated Processing Units) is built on AMD’s latest Zen 5 architecture, targeting affordable laptops that need both strong CPU performance and capable integrated graphics.
While AMD has not yet announced full specifications, recent leaks have confirmed the Krackan Point’s existence and revealed early benchmark details.
Ryzen AI 7 350: The First in the Krackan Point Lineup #
The AMD Ryzen AI 7 350 — one of the first Krackan Point models — has already surfaced in PassMark benchmarks, scoring 3919 in single-core performance.
Key specifications include:
- 8 cores and 16 threads
- Hybrid configuration: 4 Zen 5 cores + 4 Zen 5c cores
- Integrated Radeon 860M graphics
- Base clock: 2.0 GHz
Boost clock: up to 5.0 GHz
Performance Outlook #
The Ryzen AI 7 350 shows a 3.6% single-core performance gain over its predecessor, the Ryzen 7 8845HS (Zen 4).
Multi-threaded results are still being evaluated, but early signs suggest modest efficiency gains rather than major leaps.
In terms of integrated graphics, the Radeon 860M appears roughly on par with the Radeon 780M, though slightly behind the newer Radeon 880M and 890M.
It seems the “Krackan” isn’t designed to crack GPU records—but it might dominate the budget market.
Positioning and Power Efficiency #
The Krackan Point series aims squarely at mainstream users and budget-conscious gamers, offering a strong value proposition for thin-and-light laptops.
Power consumption is tuned between 15W and 45W TDP, mirroring its predecessors and ensuring good battery life for portable devices.
In addition to the 8-core Ryzen AI 7 350, AMD plans to release a 6-core, 12-thread variant, which has also been spotted in early Geekbench listings.
Market Integration and Roadmap #
Laptop manufacturers are already preparing for integration. ASUS plans to ship new laptops featuring AMD Krackan Point, Intel Raptor Lake Refresh, and Lunar Lake chips, expanding consumer choice across performance tiers.
Looking ahead, AMD’s roadmap through 2025–2026 includes multiple next-generation mobile CPU and GPU platforms:
- Strix Halo
- Fire Range
- Krackan
- Radeon RX 8000 series
Conclusion #
The launch of the AMD Krackan Point APU represents another strategic move by AMD to dominate the affordable laptop market.
With the Zen 5 architecture, improved efficiency, and solid integrated graphics, Krackan Point promises a strong mix of performance and value — ideal for users who want capable computing power without stretching their budgets.