Asus ROG Ally receives timely GPU driver update despite rumors of AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme deprecation — new release follows recent speculation that driver support for some Windows 11 handhelds had ended

Asus has released a GPU driver update for the Asus ROG Ally with the AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme APU, despite rumors of the chip's deprecation. Speculation arose about the Z1 Extreme chip's future, leading to uncertainty among consumers with Z1 Extreme-powered handhelds. The update brings the latest GPU driver version 32.0.22029.13001 for the ROG Ally, available for download from the Asus website. While there are no release notes detailing changes, the update indicates ongoing support for the handheld, although AMD and Asus have not provided official statements about the chip's future. Owners of the ROG Ally may find relief in the new update, ensuring continued functionality and potential optimizations for new game releases.