Report updated Apr 4, 2026
AMD Link
v5.5.240122AMD (Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.)
Gamers who own AMD-powered desktop PCs and want to extend their gaming experience to mobile devices, tablets, or living room TVs.
What Is AMD Link?
Launched Dec 12, 2017
Updated Jan 2024
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What does it look like?
What are the key features?
Stream games from an AMD-powered desktop PC to mobile devices, tablets, or Smart TVs.
Enables multiplayer gaming across various devices including TV, phone, tablet, and PC.
Configure controls for streaming tasks like switching scenes, taking screenshots, and instant replays.
Monitor system performance metrics directly from the mobile device.
Use voice commands to control aspects of the streaming or gaming experience.
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“Recent user voice shows a frustrated sentiment. but report technical stability.”
Pain Points
The low 2.39 rating strongly suggests issues with connectivity, latency, or app crashes on the iOS platform.
Low confidence · 51 reviews available
What are the pros and cons?
Pros
- Deep hardware integration with AMD Radeon GPUs
- Unique 4-way multiplayer streaming capability
- Free value-add for the AMD ecosystem
Cons
- Very low user rating (2.39) on iOS
- Strict hardware requirements (AMD Polaris or newer)
- Complex setup involving specific Adrenalin software versions
What is the market outlook?
Growth Opportunities
- Improve UX/UI to capture users frustrated with current technical issues
- Expand 4K streaming marketing to Smart TV users
- Enhance touch-control customization to match specialized third-party utilities
Market Threats
- Steam Link's superior cross-platform stability and library integration
- Cloud gaming services removing the need for local host PCs
- Low-latency specialized apps like Remotly gaining niche traction
Who competes with AMD Link?
The Nemesis
Why it's a threat
- +
Users are happier — sentiment 48/100 vs 35
- +
Higher rated at 3.3★ vs 2.4★
Contenders
Offers robust remote play features allowing users to stream games from their home console or PC to mobile devices.
Gaming Copilot (Beta)
PS Remote Play
PlayStation Mobile Inc.
The official Sony solution for remote gaming, competing for the same 'living room to mobile' user transition.
The official Sony solution for remote gaming, competing for the same 'living room to mobile' user transition.
Peers
AnyDesk Remote Desktop
★4.5 (27K)AnyDesk Software GmbH
A high-speed remote desktop application often used as a fallback for remote gaming due to its high frame rate support.
A high-speed remote desktop application often used as a fallback for remote gaming due to its high frame rate support.
Jump Desktop (RDP, VNC, Fluid)
Phase Five Systems
A premium remote desktop client that uses the 'Fluid' protocol to achieve gaming-grade performance.
A premium remote desktop client that uses the 'Fluid' protocol to achieve gaming-grade performance.
What are the key takeaways?
AMD Link is a frustrating utilities app that is completely free. With a 2.4/5 rating from 51 reviews, it frustrates many users from users.
Best for: Gamers who own AMD-powered desktop PCs and want to extend their gaming experience to mobile devices, tablets, or living room TVs.
How much does it cost?
Model: free
The app serves as a value-add utility to drive ecosystem loyalty and hardware adoption for AMD users rather than a direct revenue stream.
iOS Version
5.5.240122
Release Date
Dec 12, 2017
iOS Price
Free
Developer
AMD (Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.)