# AMD promises FSR 4 for handhelds by year end

> AMD's Jack Huynh says the framerate-boosting tech will reach handhelds by the end of 2026, but it's unclear if older devices like the Steam Deck will qualify.
- Title: AMD promises FSR 4 for handhelds by year end · The Verge
- Summary: AMD's Jack Huynh says the framerate-boosting tech will reach handhelds by the end of 2026, but it's unclear if older devices like the Steam Deck will…
- Keywords: amd, fsr 4, handhelds, steam deck, framerate enhancement, gaming technology, technology, culture, promises, FSR, year, end
- Source: The Verge — https://theverge.com/games/1008353/amd-will-bring-fsr-4-to-handhelds-by-the-end-of-2026
- Author: Sean Hollister
- Published: 2026-10-08T21:01:18+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: amd, fsr 4, handhelds, steam deck, framerate enhancement, gaming technology, technology, culture
## FSR 4 already works on old handhelds
AMD's framerate-boosting FSR 4 technology can already run on older handhelds like the Steam Deck, though AMD has not officially committed to supporting them.
## AMD commits to handheld rollout
AMD consumer chip boss Jack Huynh told Korean publication The Elec that the company will bring FSR 4 to handhelds by the end of this year.
## New chip and lightweight version coming
AMD is releasing a new FSR four-capable chip alongside a lightweight FSR four model for APUs. The Elec reports both are coming by year's end.
## Unclear if existing handhelds qualify
AMD previously said it needs sufficient computing power for FSR 4 to work properly. It remains unclear whether older handheld chips will meet that threshold.

> we want to make sure the experience and the quality is right
## Key takeaway

AMD consumer chip boss Jack Huynh committed to bringing FSR 4 to some handhelds by the end of 2026, though it remains unclear whether existing devices will receive the upgrade.