AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE vs Intel Core i7-4940MX Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows a clean sweep for the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE across all six head-to-head Cinebench comparisons. The AMD part wins every multi-core and single-core test, with deltas consistently hovering near 14.7%. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the Ryzen scores 665 against 580 for the Intel Core i7-4940MX, a 14.7% advantage. The single-core R15 result is nearly identical in margin: 93 versus 81, a 14.8% lead. Moving to Cinebench R20, the AMD chip posts 2774 multi-core and 391 single-core, while the Intel part manages 2418 and 341 respectively; both deltas sit at 14.7%. The newest Cinebench R23 test shows the same pattern: 6606 versus 5759 multi-core (14.7% delta) and 932 versus 813 single-core (14.6% delta).

The average benchmark scores reinforce this gap. The Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE holds an average score of 1910, while the Core i7-4940MX sits at 1886. That places the AMD part roughly 1.3% higher on average, though the head-to-head deltas are far larger because the Cinebench suite is the only shared benchmark set. The Intel chip does have additional Geekbench results in the database (3869 multi-core, 1227 single-core), but those tests have no corresponding AMD entry, so they cannot be compared directly. In the recorded head-to-head data, the win count is 6 for AMD and 0 for Intel. The database also places both processors at the 43rd percentile among all CPUs, indicating that while they are competitors in this comparison, neither is a top-tier performer globally.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design eras. The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE is a 2000 series part built on the Zen architecture with the Raven Ridge codename, produced on a 14 nm process at GlobalFoundries. It packs 4,950 million transistors onto a 210 mm² die. The Intel Core i7-4940MX belongs to the Haswell generation, specifically the Core i7 Extreme line, fabricated on Intel's 22 nm process with 1,400 million transistors on a 177 mm² die. The node advantage for AMD is clear, allowing more transistors in a larger package while consuming less power.

Cache layouts differ substantially. The Ryzen uses 96 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 4 MB of shared L3. The Intel part has smaller per-core caches: 64 KB L1, 256 KB L2, but a larger 8 MB shared L3. This means the Intel chip has double the last-level cache, which can help in certain workloads, but the AMD part has more L1 and L2 per core, which benefits latency-sensitive operations. Both chips have 4 cores and 8 threads, so the thread count is identical.

Memory support is another major divergence. The Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE uses DDR4 memory with dual-channel support and a theoretical bandwidth of 46.9 GB/s. It also supports ECC memory, a feature absent from the Intel part. The Core i7-4940MX is limited to DDR3 with dual-channel support and a bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s, which is roughly 45% lower. This bandwidth gap can influence memory-heavy applications, though the Intel chip's larger L3 cache may partially compensate. The AMD processor also offers more PCIe lanes from the CPU: 8 lanes of Gen 3, versus 16 lanes of Gen 3 on the Intel part. The Intel chip has an unlocked multiplier, while the Ryzen is locked.

Integrated graphics differ as well. The AMD part features Radeon RX Vega 11, while the Intel chip uses HD 4600. The Vega 11 is generally considered a more capable iGPU, though the database does not provide specific graphics benchmark scores. Power and packaging are also distinct: the Ryzen has a 35 W TDP and uses AMD Socket AM4, while the Intel part draws 57 W and fits Intel Socket G3. The Intel chip is classified as mobile while the AMD part is desktop, and the production statuses reflect their ages: the Ryzen is active, the Intel is end-of-life.

Where Each One Wins

Based on the recorded data, the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE is the clear winner in every benchmark category that both processors share. All six Cinebench tests, spanning R15, R20, and R23 in both single and multi-core modes, go to AMD with deltas between 14.6% and 14.8%. This suggests that for rendering workloads, 3D modeling, and any application that relies heavily on Cinebench-style CPU performance, the Ryzen is the better choice. The consistent margin across both single and multi-core tests indicates a balanced architectural advantage rather than a niche strength.

The Intel Core i7-4940MX does not win any head-to-head comparison in the database. However, it does have two advantages that are not captured in the shared benchmark suite. First, the larger 8 MB L3 cache could benefit workloads with high cache reuse, though the database does not provide a direct test for this. Second, the Intel chip has double the CPU PCIe lanes (16 versus 8), which can be relevant for multi-GPU configurations or high-bandwidth expansion cards, assuming the motherboard platform supports it. The unlocked multiplier also allows manual overclocking, which could close the performance gap in real-world scenarios, though the database does not include overclocked results.

For users prioritizing power efficiency, the Ryzen's 35 W TDP versus Intel's 57 W is a significant differentiator. The AMD part delivers higher performance while drawing 22 fewer watts, making it more suitable for compact or thermally constrained systems. The Intel chip, being a mobile extreme edition, was designed for high-end laptops, but its higher power draw and older architecture limit its appeal today. The Ryzen also supports ECC memory, which matters for reliability-sensitive builds, and uses DDR4, which offers higher bandwidth and better future-proofing than DDR3.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has higher multi-core performance?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE wins all multi-core tests. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, it scores 6606 versus 5759 for the Intel Core i7-4940MX, a 14.7% delta. The R20 multi-core result is 2774 versus 2418, also a 14.7% advantage.

Q: How do the single-core scores compare?

A: The AMD chip leads in every single-core test. Cinebench R15 shows 93 versus 81 (14.8% delta), R20 shows 391 versus 341 (14.7%), and R23 shows 932 versus 813 (14.6%). The margins are almost identical across all three versions.

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

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE has an average benchmark score of 1910, while the Intel Core i7-4940MX averages 1886. Both processors sit at the 43rd percentile among all CPUs in the database.

Q: Do the CPUs have the same core and thread counts?

A: Yes, both have 4 cores and 8 threads. The difference lies in architecture, cache, and memory support, not in the basic parallelism.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: Only the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE supports ECC memory. The Intel Core i7-4940MX does not have ECC support.

Q: What are the TDP and socket differences?

A: The AMD part has a 35 W TDP and uses AMD Socket AM4. The Intel part has a 57 W TDP and uses Intel Socket G3. The Ryzen is also a desktop chip while the Intel is a mobile chip.

Specification Differences

The following table lists only the fields where the two processors differ in the database.

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE | Intel Core i7-4940MX |

|----------------|------------------------|----------------------|

| Series | 2000 series | null |

| Base clock | 3.20 GHz | 3.10 GHz |

| Boost clock | 3.80 GHz | 4.00 GHz |

| TDP | 35 W | 57 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM4 | Intel Socket G3 |

| Architecture | Zen | Haswell |

| Codename | Raven Ridge | Haswell |

| Generation | Ryzen 5 (Zen (Raven Ridge)) | Core i7 Extreme (Haswell) |

| Process node | 14 nm | 22 nm |

| Foundry | GlobalFoundries | Intel |

| Transistors | 4,950 million | 1,400 million |

| Die size | 210 mm² | 177 mm² |

| L1 cache | 96 KB per core | 64 KB per core |

| L2 cache | 512 KB per core | 256 KB per core |

| L3 cache | 4 MB shared | 8 MB shared |

| Memory support | DDR4 | DDR3 |

| Memory bandwidth | 46.9 GB/s | 25.6 GB/s |

| ECC memory | Yes | No |

| PCIe lanes (CPU only) | Gen 3, 8 Lanes | Gen 3, 16 Lanes |

| Integrated graphics | Radeon RX Vega 11 | Intel HD 4600 |

| Market segment | Desktop | Mobile |

| Production status | Active | End-of-life |

| Release date | 2018-05-09 | 2014-01-19 |

| Multiplier unlocked | No | Yes |

| Part number | YD240BC6M4MFBYD240BC6FBMPK | SR1PP |

| Launch MSRP | null | $1096 |

The AMD chip is newer, more power-efficient, and faster in every shared benchmark. The Intel chip offers a higher boost clock (4.00 versus 3.80 GHz), more PCIe lanes, a larger L3 cache, and an unlocked multiplier, but these advantages do not translate into a win in the recorded Cinebench results. The Ryzen's smaller process node, higher transistor count, and faster memory interface give it a decisive edge in measured performance. The Intel part does have a launch MSRP of $1096, reflecting its original extreme-edition positioning, while the AMD part has no recorded launch MSRP.