AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX vs Intel Arc G3 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data places the AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX in a completely different competitive tier than the Intel Arc G3. The Ryzen 9 7940HX carries an average benchmark score of 69,875 across its full suite of tests, placing it in the 94th percentile of all CPUs in the database. The Intel Arc G3, by contrast, has no recorded benchmark scores at all, an average benchmark score of 0, and sits in the 50th percentile. This is not a close contest; it is a comparison between a fully characterized processor and one with no measurable performance data available.

Looking at specific workload results for the AMD part, the data shows decisive strength across multithreaded scenarios. In Cinebench R23, the Ryzen 9 7940HX scores 29,400 in the multicore test and 1,807 in the single-core test. The 3DMark suite further illustrates its scaling behavior: the processor scores 1,027 in single-thread, 2,001 in the 2-thread test, 3,844 in 4-thread, 7,158 in 8-thread, 12,501 in 16-thread, and 13,447 at maximum threads. The near-linear scaling from 8 threads to 16 threads, and the relatively modest jump from 16 to max threads, indicates that the chip's 16 cores and 32 threads are efficiently utilized up to the 16-thread mark, with diminishing returns beyond that point.

PassMark results reinforce the pattern. The Ryzen 9 7940HX achieves 53,204 in the multithreaded test and 3,942 in single-thread evaluation. Data compression scores reach 693,741, encryption hits 41,974, and extended instructions deliver 51,029. Integer math records 202,883, floating-point math reaches 121,383, and prime number finding scores 273. Random string sorting completes at 81,775, and physics simulation scores 2,297. Each of these numbers represents a functional measurement of a working processor.

The Intel Arc G3 has no such measurements. The database contains zero benchmark entries for this part, which means no head-to-head deltas can be calculated. The wins count for the AMD processor is 0 and for the Intel processor is 0, simply because there are no paired tests to compare. What the data does show is that the Ryzen 9 7940HX's nearest rivals are the AMD Ryzen 7 9700F with an average score of 69,996 and a delta of -0.2%, the Intel Core i7-14700KF at 70,163 with a -0.4% delta, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X at 69,515 with a +0.5% delta, and the Intel Core i7-14700K at 69,355 with a +0.7% delta. The Ryzen 9 7940HX essentially trades blows with these desktop-class processors, sitting within a single percentage point of each.

Architecture Differences

The architectural gap between these two mobile processors is substantial. The AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX uses the Zen 4 architecture on TSMC's 5 nm process node, with the Dragon Range codename. It pairs 16 cores with 32 threads, a base clock of 2.40 GHz, and a boost clock of 5.20 GHz. The Intel Arc G3, on the other hand, uses the Panther Lake architecture on Intel's own 3 nm process node, with 14 cores and 14 threads, a base clock of 1.90 GHz, and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. The core count difference is meaningful: the AMD part offers two additional physical cores and 18 additional threads.

Cache configurations diverge sharply. The AMD processor provides 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 cache per core, and 64 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel processor provides 192 KB of L1 cache per core, 2.5 MB of L2 cache per core, and 18 MB of shared L3 cache. Per-core cache is larger on the Intel side, but the aggregate L3 pool heavily favors AMD by a margin of 64 MB versus 18 MB. The transistor count for the AMD processor is listed at 13,140 million, spread across a dual-die design with each die measuring 71 mm². The Intel processor has no transistor count or die size recorded in the database.

Memory support also differs. The AMD processor uses DDR5 in a dual-channel configuration with a recorded memory bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s. The Intel processor uses LPDDR5X, also dual-channel, but with a higher recorded memory bandwidth of 136.5 GB/s. Neither part supports ECC memory. PCIe connectivity is another differentiator: the AMD processor provides Gen 5 with 28 lanes from the CPU, while the Intel processor provides Gen 5 with only 4 lanes from the CPU. This is a 24-lane gap that will matter for discrete GPU and storage expansion.

The integrated graphics are distinct as well. The AMD part ships with a Radeon 610M, while the Intel part includes an Arc B370. Both are mobile processors, both are actively in production, and both are unlocked differently: the AMD multiplier is unlocked, the Intel multiplier is not. The AMD processor has a TDP of 55 watts, while the Intel processor has a TDP of 25 watts. The release dates are separated by over two years, with the AMD part launching in January 2024 and the Intel part scheduled for May 2026.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX wins everywhere that performance can be measured, which is to say, everywhere the database has data. In multithreaded workloads, the 16-core, 32-thread configuration with 64 MB of L3 cache provides a structural advantage. Cinebench R23 multicore at 29,400 and PassMark multithread at 53,204 both point to a chip designed for heavily parallel tasks such as rendering, encoding, and compilation. The 3DMark 16-thread score of 12,501 and the max-thread score of 13,447 confirm that the chip maintains high throughput as thread counts increase.

Single-thread performance is also firmly in the AMD camp. The 3DMark single-thread score of 1,027, the Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1,807, and the PassMark single-thread score of 3,942 all indicate strong per-core efficiency. The boost clock of 5.20 GHz on the Zen 4 architecture supports these results. Applications that rely on a few fast cores, such as legacy software or lightly threaded games, will still see competitive performance.

The Intel Arc G3, with no benchmarks in the database, cannot claim a single measured win. Its potential advantages must be inferred from specifications alone. The higher memory bandwidth of 136.5 GB/s versus 83.2 GB/s could benefit memory-sensitive workloads if the processor were able to feed them properly. The larger per-core L1 cache of 192 KB and per-core L2 cache of 2.5 MB might reduce latency in specific access patterns. The 3 nm process node from Intel's own foundry suggests better power efficiency per transistor, and the 25-watt TDP indicates a lower power envelope than the AMD part's 55 watts. But these are architectural facts, not measured results.

The data suggests a use-case split based on what is recorded. For any workload where a benchmark score exists, the AMD processor is the only choice. For workloads where no score exists, the Intel part remains an unknown quantity. The 50th percentile placement for the Intel Arc G3 is an artifact of having no data, not a statement of expected performance. The AMD part's 94th percentile placement is a statement of measured performance against the broader CPU database.

FAQ

Q: How does the AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX compare to its nearest rivals in average benchmark score?

A: The Ryzen 9 7940HX averages 69,875 across its benchmark suite. The AMD Ryzen 7 9700F scores 69,996 with a -0.2% delta, the Intel Core i7-14700KF scores 70,163 with a -0.4% delta, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X scores 69,515 with a +0.5% delta, and the Intel Core i7-14700K scores 69,355 with a +0.7% delta. All four rivals sit within one percentage point of the Ryzen 9 7940HX.

Q: What benchmark results exist for the Intel Arc G3?

A: The database contains no benchmark entries for the Intel Arc G3. Its average benchmark score is recorded as 0, and it has no nearest rivals listed. This means no performance measurements are currently available for this processor.

Q: What are the core and thread counts for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX has 16 cores and 32 threads. The Intel Arc G3 has 14 cores and 14 threads. The AMD part has two additional cores and 18 additional threads.

Q: How do the cache configurations differ between the two processors?

A: The AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX has 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 cache per core, and 64 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel Arc G3 has 192 KB of L1 cache per core, 2.5 MB of L2 cache per core, and 18 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel part has larger per-core caches, while the AMD part has a much larger L3 pool.

Q: Which processor has higher memory bandwidth?

A: The Intel Arc G3 records 136.5 GB/s of memory bandwidth with LPDDR5X support. The AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX records 83.2 GB/s with DDR5 support. Both use dual-channel memory buses.

Q: What is the TDP difference between the two processors?

A: The AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX has a TDP of 55 watts. The Intel Arc G3 has a TDP of 25 watts. The Intel part draws a lower power envelope by 30 watts.

The Verdict

The data in the database is unambiguous: the AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX is a fully benchmarked, high-performance mobile processor that ranks in the 94th percentile of all CPUs, while the Intel Arc G3 has no recorded performance data at all. Any user selecting between these two parts on the basis of measured performance must choose the AMD processor, because it is the only one with measurements to consider.

The Ryzen 9 7940HX delivers 29,400 in Cinebench R23 multicore and 1,807 in single-core, scores that place it among top-tier desktop replacements. Its 16 cores and 32 threads, combined with 64 MB of L3 cache, provide a strong foundation for multithreaded productivity. The 5.20 GHz boost clock and 3,942 PassMark single-thread score indicate that lightly threaded tasks will not suffer. The 55-watt TDP is a power budget that expects a substantial cooling solution and a larger chassis.

The Intel Arc G3 is a different kind of product. Its 14 cores and 14 threads, with no hyper-threading, suggest a design aimed at efficiency rather than raw throughput. The 25-watt TDP, 3 nm process node, and 136.5 GB/s memory bandwidth point toward a compact, power-conscious platform. The integrated Arc B370 graphics and 4 PCIe lanes indicate a tightly integrated design where the CPU and GPU share a unified memory pool. But none of this is measured. The 50th percentile rank is a placeholder, not a verdict.

For a buyer who needs a processor that can handle known workloads today, the AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX is the only part with evidence of capability. For a buyer who prioritizes a low power envelope and is willing to wait for benchmarks to appear, the Intel Arc G3 might eventually justify its existence. Based on the recorded data alone, the AMD processor wins on every measurable axis, and the Intel processor wins only on specifications that have not yet been validated.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX | Intel Arc G3 |

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

| Cores | 16 | 14 |

| Threads | 32 | 14 |

| Base Clock | 2.40 GHz | 1.90 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.20 GHz | 4.60 GHz |

| TDP | 55 W | 25 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket FL1 | Intel BGA 2540 |

| Architecture | Zen 4 | Not recorded |

| Codename | Dragon Range | Panther Lake |

| Process Node | 5 nm | 3 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| Transistors | 13,140 million | Not recorded |

| Die Size | 2x 71 mm² | Not recorded |

| L1 Cache | 64 KB (per core) | 192 KB (per core) |

| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 2.5 MB (per core) |

| L3 Cache | 64 MB | 18 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | DDR5 | LPDDR5X |

| Memory Bus | Dual-channel | Dual-channel |

| Memory Bandwidth | 83.2 GB/s | 136.5 GB/s |

| ECC Memory | false | false |

| PCIe | Gen 5, 28 Lanes | Gen 5, 4 Lanes |

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon 610M | Arc B370 |

| Market Segment | Mobile | Mobile |

| Production Status | Active | Active |

| Release Date | 2024-01-16 | 2026-05-27 |

| Multiplier Unlocked | true | false |

| Part Number | 100-000001486 | SA4QZ |

| Average Benchmark Score | 69,875 | 0 |

| Percentile vs All CPUs | 94 | 50 |