AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS vs AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS Comparison

The AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS and AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS are near-identical twins on paper, but benchmark data reveals a clear performance hierarchy. The Ryzen 9 6900HS wins 14 of 23 head-to-head tests, while the Ryzen 7 7735HS takes 9. Both sit at the 77th percentile of all CPUs, with average benchmark scores of 25284 for the 6900HS and 25147 for the 7735HS. The data shows a modest but consistent edge for the Ryzen 9, punctuated by a massive 16.5% lead in Geekbench multicore.

Where Each One Wins

The Ryzen 9 6900HS is the clear winner in heavily threaded and multi-core workloads. Its largest victory comes in Geekbench multicore, where it scores 9451 against the 7735HS's 8114, a 16.5% advantage. This pattern holds across Cinebench R23 multicore (13445 vs 13106, a 2.6% lead) and 3DMark 16-thread tests (6963 vs 6870, a 1.4% lead). The 6900HS also wins all 3DMark thread-count tests except the 2-thread run, including a 2.3% edge in 8-thread performance (5830 vs 5697). In PassMark integer math, the 6900HS leads 86449 to 85309, a 1.3% difference, and it takes floating-point math 48239 to 47865, an 0.8% gain.

The Ryzen 7 7735HS counters in single-threaded and lighter workloads. Its biggest win is PassMark single-thread, where it scores 3296 against the 6900HS's 3237, a 1.8% advantage. It also wins Cinebench R15 single-core (248 vs 245, a 1.2% lead) and 3DMark 2-thread (1773 vs 1761, an 0.7% edge). The 7735HS shows particular strength in physics calculations, beating the 6900HS 1073 to 1041 in PassMark physics, a 3% margin. It also edges out the 6900HS in PassMark data compression (293278 vs 292842), extended instructions (20050 vs 20015), and prime finding (59 vs 58).

The Verdict

Data-driven conclusions strongly favor the Ryzen 9 6900HS for users prioritizing multi-core performance. The 16.5% Geekbench multicore gap is the single largest difference between the two, and the 6900HS also delivers a 2.6% lead in Cinebench R23 multicore. For content creation, rendering, or any workload that scales across cores, the 6900HS is the statistically superior choice.

The Ryzen 7 7735HS is the pick for single-threaded responsiveness and specific lighter tasks. Its 1.8% lead in PassMark single-thread and 3% advantage in PassMark physics suggest it handles per-core workloads slightly better. The 7735HS also matches the 6900HS in PassMark multithread (23166 vs 23152, a 0.1% difference), meaning the gap is not universal across all multithreaded tests. Users who prioritize single-core speed and energy efficiency in light tasks may prefer the 7735HS, but the overall benchmark average favors the 6900HS.

Both CPUs are locked (multiplier unlocked: false), share the same 35W TDP, and occupy the same AMD Socket FP7. The 6900HS holds a 0.5% average benchmark score advantage over the 7735HS, which is small but consistent across most tests. The verdict is clear: the Ryzen 9 6900HS is the better all-around performer, while the Ryzen 7 7735HS offers a niche advantage in single-threaded and physics-heavy scenarios.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Geekbench multicore test is the standout result. The 6900HS scores 9451 against 8114 for the 7735HS, a 16.5% delta that dwarfs every other comparison. This is the only test with a double-digit percentage difference, making it the defining data point in this matchup.

Cinebench R23 multicore reinforces the 6900HS's multi-core dominance. Its 13445 score beats the 7735HS's 13106 by 2.6%. The 3DMark 8-thread test shows a similar pattern, with the 6900HS ahead 5830 to 5697, a 2.3% margin. The 6900HS also wins 3DMark 4-thread (3427 vs 3382, 1.3%) and 3DMark max-thread (6955 vs 6872, 1.2%).

The 7735HS's strongest counter is PassMark physics, where it wins 1073 to 1041, a 3% margin. It also takes PassMark single-thread 3296 to 3237, a 1.8% lead, and Cinebench R15 single-core 248 to 245, a 1.2% edge. In 3DMark 2-thread, the 7735HS wins 1773 to 1761, an 0.7% margin.

The closest contests are near-ties. PassMark multithread goes to the 7735HS 23166 to 23152, a 0.1% difference. PassMark data compression favors the 7735HS 293278 to 292842, also 0.1%. The 6900HS wins PassMark random string sorting 30528 to 30388, a 0.5% margin, and PassMark data encryption 18303 to 18237, an 0.4% edge.

FAQ

Q: Which CPU has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS, with an average benchmark score of 25284 compared to 25147 for the Ryzen 7 7735HS.

Q: What is the largest performance difference between the two?

A: The Geekbench multicore test, where the 6900HS scores 9451 against 8114 for the 7735HS, a 16.5% advantage.

Q: Does the Ryzen 7 7735HS win any multithreaded tests?

A: Yes, it wins PassMark multithread 23166 to 23152, and PassMark data compression 293278 to 292842, though both margins are just 0.1%.

Q: How do the two compare in single-threaded performance?

A: The 7735HS leads in PassMark single-thread (3296 vs 3237, 1.8%) and Cinebench R15 single-core (248 vs 245, 1.2%), while the 6900HS wins Geekbench single-core (1733 vs 1699, 2%) and Cinebench R23 single-core (1554 vs 1546, 0.5%).

Q: What is the total win count between the two in head-to-head tests?

A: The Ryzen 9 6900HS wins 14 tests, and the Ryzen 7 7735HS wins 9 tests out of 23 total comparisons.

Q: Are both CPUs in the same performance percentile?

A: Yes, both the 6900HS and 7735HS are at the 77th percentile of all CPUs.

Architecture Differences

Both CPUs are built on the same Zen 3+ architecture, codenamed Rembrandt for the 6900HS and Rembrandt-R for the 7735HS. Both use a 6 nm process from TSMC, but the die size differs slightly: the 6900HS measures 208 mm², while the 7735HS is 210 mm². The 6900HS is part of AMD's 6000 series, while the 7735HS belongs to the 7000 series, yet both are labeled as Zen 3+ (Rembrandt) generation.

The cache configuration is identical: 64 KB L1 per core, 512 KB L2 per core, and 16 MB shared L3. Neither CPU has 3D V-Cache. The integrated graphics are the same Radeon 680M on both. Memory support is identical as well, with DDR5 dual-channel and 76.8 GB/s bandwidth.

The 7735HS adds ECC memory support, which the 6900HS lacks. This is the only architectural feature difference beyond the die size. The 7735HS also has a different part number structure: 100-000000985(FP7) and 100-000000989(FP7r2), while the 6900HS uses 100-000000545 and 100-000000561.

Specification Differences

The core and thread counts are equal: 8 cores and 16 threads for both. The base clock differs, with the 6900HS at 3.30 GHz and the 7735HS at 3.20 GHz. Boost clocks also favor the 6900HS at 4.90 GHz versus 4.75 GHz for the 7735HS. Both have a 35W TDP and use AMD Socket FP7.

The 6900HS is a Ryzen 9 part, while the 7735HS is a Ryzen 7. The 6900HS has a die size of 208 mm², and the 7735HS measures 210 mm². The 7735HS supports ECC memory (true), while the 6900HS does not (false). Both have PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes (CPU only) and are not multiplier unlocked. The 7735HS has a release date of 2023-03-31, while the 6900HS has no listed release date. Neither CPU has a launch MSRP in the data.

The memory bandwidth is identical at 76.8 GB/s, and both use dual-channel DDR5. The production status is Active for both. The 7735HS has two part numbers (100-000000985 for FP7 and 100-000000989 for FP7r2), while the 6900HS has one (100-000000545 and 100-000000561). Both CPUs have the same 64 KB L1 and 512 KB L2 per core, plus 16 MB shared L3.