AMD Ryzen 5 7400 vs AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded benchmark data shows a decisive sweep for the AMD Ryzen 5 7400 across all eleven shared PassMark tests. The desktop processor wins every comparison, with margins ranging from 18.5% to 77.6%. The largest gap appears in extended instructions, where the 7400 scores 19,924 against the 7533HS's 11,219, a 77.6% advantage. Random string sorting follows closely, with the 7400 at 31,110 and the mobile chip at 17,669, a 76.1% lead. These two tests highlight substantial differences in workload-specific throughput, not just raw clock speed.

In data compression, the 7400 records 261,749 versus 168,692, a 55.2% delta. The multithread test shows 21,712 against 14,520, a 49.5% gap, confirming that the desktop part sustains higher aggregate throughput. Floating point math favors the 7400 by 46.7%, with scores of 40,784 and 27,800. Physics simulation shows a 40.1% difference, 1,150 versus 821. Data encryption lands at a 38.7% margin, 14,865 against 10,718.

Integer math delivers a 27.4% advantage for the 7400, with 64,733 versus 50,800. Prime number finding shows a 64.6% gap, 79 against 48. The single-thread tests, while the closest overall, still favor the 7400 by 18.5%, with 3,248 versus 2,740. This consistent margin in single-thread performance indicates that the desktop processor's architecture provides a notable per-core efficiency advantage, not merely a power or thermal headroom benefit.

The Ryzen 5 7533HS does not win a single head-to-head comparison. Its best relative showing is in integer math and single-thread tests, where the deficits shrink to 27.4% and 18.5% respectively. Even in those cases, the 7400 maintains a clear lead. The data indicates that the 7533HS, while a capable mobile processor, operates in a different performance class than the 7400 across every measured dimension.

The Verdict

The database positions these processors in different market segments, and the benchmark results reflect that division clearly. The AMD Ryzen 5 7400, with an average benchmark score of 42,055, sits at the 88th percentile among all CPUs. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS at 41,963 (0.2% behind), the Intel Core i7-14700T at 41,914 (0.3% behind), and the Intel Core i9-12900K at 42,335 (0.7% ahead). The 7400 operates in the upper tier of desktop processors, competing with high-end laptop and desktop parts from both AMD and Intel.

The AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS records an average benchmark score of 19,364, placing it at the 73rd percentile. Its nearest rivals are the Intel Core Ultra 5 226V at 19,368 (0% delta), the Intel Core i5-1345U at 19,411 (0.2% ahead), and the Intel Core i7-8700K at 19,238 (0.7% behind). This places the 7533HS in a mid-range mobile performance band, comparable to older desktop chips like the Core i7-8700K, but far below the 7400's performance tier.

For users selecting between these two, the data points to the 7400 for any workload that benefits from higher throughput, including compression, encryption, math operations, and multithreaded tasks. The 7533HS serves a different purpose entirely: it is a 35-watt mobile processor designed for laptops where power efficiency takes priority over absolute performance. The 7400, with a 65-watt TDP and desktop socket, is not a direct alternative in that context. The benchmark results confirm that the 7400 is the superior performer in every recorded test, but the 7533HS exists in a form factor and power envelope where the 7400 cannot compete. The choice between them hinges on the physical system requirements, not just the raw scores.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher single-thread score?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 7400 records 3,248 in the PassMark single-thread test, while the AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS records 2,740, giving the 7400 an 18.5% lead.

Q: What is the largest performance gap between the two processors?

A: The extended instructions test shows the biggest difference, with the 7400 at 19,924 and the 7533HS at 11,219, a 77.6% advantage for the 7400.

Q: How do the two processors compare in multithreaded performance?

A: The 7400 scores 21,712 in the PassMark multithread test, while the 7533HS scores 14,520, a 49.5% gap in favor of the 7400.

Q: What is the average benchmark score for each processor?

A: The 7400 has an average benchmark score of 42,055, placing it at the 88th percentile. The 7533HS has an average score of 19,364, placing it at the 73rd percentile.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The 7533HS has a boost clock of 4.40 GHz, while the 7400 boosts to 4.30 GHz. Despite the higher boost clock, the 7533HS still loses every head-to-head benchmark.

Q: Does the 7533HS win any benchmark against the 7400?

A: No. The 7400 wins all eleven recorded head-to-head tests, with no wins recorded for the 7533HS.

Specification Differences

The two processors share several core specifications: both have 6 cores, 12 threads, a base clock of 3.30 GHz, and 16 MB of shared L3 cache. They also both support DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration. The differences begin with the boost clock, where the 7533HS reaches 4.40 GHz versus the 7400's 4.30 GHz. The TDP differs significantly: the 7400 draws 65 watts, while the 7533HS is rated at 35 watts.

The socket is another major divider. The 7400 uses AMD Socket AM5 for desktop motherboards, while the 7533HS uses AMD Socket FP7 for mobile systems. The 7400 is a desktop market segment part, and the 7533HS is a mobile part. The 7400 has an unlocked multiplier, while the 7533HS does not. Memory bandwidth differs as well: the 7400 delivers 83.2 GB/s, and the 7533HS delivers 76.8 GB/s. The 7400 supports ECC memory, while the 7533HS does not.

PCIe capabilities also differ. The 7400 provides Gen 5 with 24 lanes (CPU only), while the 7533HS provides Gen 4 with 20 lanes (CPU only). The integrated graphics differ in naming: the 7400 lists "Radeon Graphics," and the 7533HS lists "Radeon 660M." The part numbers are distinct, with the 7400 at 100-000001900 and the 7533HS at 100-000001632 (FP7) and 100-000001634 (FP7r2). Release dates also differ: the 7400 released in September 2025, and the 7533HS released in August 2024.

Architecture Differences

The 7400 is built on Zen 4 architecture with the Raphael codename, while the 7533HS uses Zen 3+ with the Rembrandt-R codename. This architectural generation gap is reflected in the process node: the 7400 uses a 5 nm process from TSMC, and the 7533HS uses a 6 nm process from the same foundry. The transistor counts and die sizes tell a more complex story. The 7400 lists 6,570 million transistors on a 71 mm² die, while the 7533HS does not list a transistor count but shows a much larger 208 mm² die. The smaller die with more transistors on the 7400 indicates a denser, more advanced manufacturing process.

Cache organization differs at the L2 level. The 7400 provides 1 MB of L2 cache per core, while the 7533HS provides 512 KB per core. Both share 16 MB of L3 cache, and both have 64 KB of L1 cache per core. The larger L2 cache on the 7400 likely contributes to its performance advantage in memory-heavy workloads. The 7533HS's higher boost clock of 4.40 GHz does not overcome the architectural advantages of the 7400, as the benchmark results consistently show.

The 7400 belongs to the 7000 series desktop lineup with Zen 4 architecture, targeting high-performance desktop systems. The 7533HS also belongs to the 7000 series but uses the older Zen 3+ architecture, targeting mobile platforms with lower power consumption. Both are currently in active production, and both are manufactured by TSMC. The 7400's architecture includes newer instruction support, which shows in the extended instructions benchmark where it leads by 77.6%. The 7533HS's Rembrandt-R codename indicates a refresh of the Rembrandt mobile design, optimized for efficiency over peak performance.