Xbox's Custom AMD Chip to Enable Order of Magnitude Raytracing Performance

Microsoft’s next-generation console, Project Helix, is set to benefit from a custom AMD chip that promises a significant boost in raytracing performance, with advancements reaching up to path tracing. According to Jason Ronald, the company’s VP of Next Generation, this upgrade will significantly enhance the gaming experience for users. The updated technology also includes next-gen version of AMD’s FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution) upscaling technology, which leverages machine learning and frame generation capabilities to improve perceived smoothness in games.