AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS

AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS is a 6-core, 12-thread mobile processor from AMD’s 7000 series, built on the Zen 3+ architecture (codenamed Rembrandt-R) using TSMC’s 6 nm process. It operates with a base clock of 3.30 GHz and a boost clock of 4.55 GHz, within a 35 W TDP. The chip includes a Radeon 660M integrated GPU and supports DDR5 memory over a dual-channel interface, with a memory bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s. Benchmark data places it at the 76th percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 18101. Its nearest rivals in the database are the AMD Ryzen 5 3600, Intel Core i5-11400, AMD Ryzen 5 1600, and AMD EPYC 9274F, all of which post average scores within a fraction of a percent of this processor.

Single-Thread vs Multi-Thread Behavior

The performance split between single-thread and multi-thread workloads reveals a processor that scales predictably with core count, but with notable efficiency in lightly threaded tasks. In 3DMark testing, the single-thread score of 872 jumps to 1684 at 2 threads, a 93% increase, indicating strong scaling when the second core engages. The 4-thread score of 3164 continues this trend, nearly doubling the 2-thread result. By 8 threads, the score reaches 4537, and the max-thread score of 5285 is only slightly above the 16-thread result of 5292, suggesting that the processor is effectively saturated at 8 threads for this workload. This pattern implies that the 6-core, 12-thread configuration delivers its full multi-threaded potential in applications that can utilize all cores, but the incremental gain from 8 to 12 threads is minimal in the 3DMark suite.

Cinebench results further illustrate the single-core versus multi-core dynamics. In Cinebench R23, the single-core score is 2150, while the multi-core score is 15232, giving a multi-core to single-core ratio of roughly 7.1x. This ratio is lower than the theoretical 12x from having 12 threads, indicating that the processor does not achieve perfect linear scaling across all cores, likely due to thermal or power constraints within the 35 W envelope. The Cinebench R20 results show a similar pattern: a single-core score of 903 and a multi-core score of 6397, a ratio of 7.1x. In R15, the single-core score is 216 and the multi-core score is 1535, a ratio of 7.1x as well. This consistency across Cinebench versions suggests a stable scaling behavior, with the processor delivering about 71% of ideal multi-threaded scaling relative to its single-thread performance.

Geekbench results corroborate these findings, with a single-core score of 1768 and a multi-core score of 7007. The multi-core figure represents a 3.96x improvement over single-core, which aligns with the expectation for a 6-core processor with simultaneous multithreading. PassMark tests add another dimension, showing a single-thread score of 3123 and a multithread score of 17914, a 5.74x difference. The PassMark data also breaks down specific workloads: integer math scores 62372, floating-point math scores 35540, and data encryption scores 13656. These figures indicate that the processor handles integer operations more efficiently than floating-point, which is typical for consumer-grade architectures. The extended instructions score of 15411 suggests moderate SIMD performance, while the prime number finding score of 49 is notably low, reflecting that this workload is not a strength for the architecture.

Who Should Consider It

For gaming workloads, the single-thread performance is the primary driver, and the 3DMark single-thread score of 872 places it in a competitive position for its class. Games that rely on fewer cores will benefit from the 4.55 GHz boost clock, and the integrated Radeon 660M provides a baseline graphics capability for light gaming without a discrete GPU. The 8-thread 3DMark score of 4537 indicates that titles optimized for 8 threads will see solid performance, though the max-thread score of 5285 shows diminishing returns beyond that point. Users playing modern titles that utilize 6 or more cores will find the 12-thread configuration adequate, but the processor is not positioned for extreme multi-threaded gaming scenarios.

Content creation tasks that leverage multi-core performance will see more substantial benefits. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 15232 and Geekbench multi-core score of 7007 indicate that video rendering, 3D modeling, and batch image processing can utilize the full 6-core, 12-thread array effectively. PassMark multithread score of 17914 further supports this, with data compression scoring 221668, random string sorting scoring 22781, and physics scoring 844. These figures suggest that the processor handles parallelizable workloads with reasonable efficiency, though the 35 W TDP may limit sustained performance in prolonged rendering tasks. For office productivity, the single-thread PassMark score of 3123 and the 2-thread 3DMark score of 1684 demonstrate ample performance for spreadsheet calculations, web browsing, and document editing, where responsiveness is tied to single-thread speed.

Platform and Compatibility

The AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS uses the AMD Socket FP7, a mobile-specific socket that is not interchangeable with desktop platforms. The processor is based on the Zen 3+ architecture with the Rembrandt-R codename, and it is manufactured on a 6 nm process by TSMC, with a die size of 208 mm². The cache hierarchy consists of 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 cache per core, and 16 MB of shared L3 cache. This configuration provides a total of 3 MB of L2 cache across the 6 cores, which is standard for the architecture.

Memory support is limited to DDR5, running through a dual-channel memory bus with a peak bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s. ECC memory is not supported, which is typical for consumer mobile processors. The PCIe interface is Gen 4 with 20 lanes available from the CPU, providing adequate bandwidth for a discrete GPU and NVMe storage. The integrated graphics is the Radeon 660M, which shares the system memory for its frame buffer. The processor has a locked multiplier, meaning it is not unlocked for overclocking, and the production status is listed as active. The part numbers are 100-000000986 (FP7) and 100-000000990 (FP7r2), indicating two compatible package variants. The release date is January 3, 2023, placing it in the 7000 series mobile lineup. The upgrade path is confined to other FP7 socket processors within the same generation, as the socket is not forward-compatible with subsequent AMD mobile platforms.

How It Compares

Against the AMD Ryzen 5 3600, the 7535HS has an average benchmark score of 18101 compared to the 3600’s 18129, a delta of -0.2%. This means the two processors are effectively tied in overall performance, despite the 7535HS being a mobile part with a 35 W TDP versus the 3600’s desktop-oriented design. The 7535HS achieves this parity with a newer architecture and process node, but the 3600 may have a slight edge in sustained workloads due to its higher power headroom.

The Intel Core i5-11400 posts an average score of 18150, which is 0.3% higher than the 7535HS. This is a marginal difference, placing the two processors in the same performance tier. The i5-11400 is a desktop processor with a higher TDP, so the 7535HS matching it within 0.3% in aggregate benchmarks is noteworthy for a mobile chip. The 7535HS may exhibit different characteristics in specific workloads, but the overall average score indicates near-identical performance.

The AMD Ryzen 5 1600 shows an average score of 18158, which is also 0.3% higher than the 7535HS. The 1600 is an older generation processor, and the fact that the 7535HS trails it by only 0.3% in average score suggests that the newer architecture and higher clock speeds of the 7535HS compensate for the 1600’s larger core count advantage in certain benchmarks. The 1600 has 6 cores and 12 threads as well, but with older Zen architecture and lower boost clocks.

The AMD EPYC 9274F, a server-class processor, has an average score of 18189, which is 0.5% higher than the 7535HS. This is a surprising result, as the EPYC 9274F is designed for high-core-count server workloads, but the average benchmark score includes single-threaded tests where the 7535HS’s 4.55 GHz boost clock can compete favorably. The 0.5% delta is within the margin of error for benchmark variance, but it indicates that the 7535HS holds its own against a much more expensive server chip in aggregate performance.

Benchmark Performance

The benchmark performance of the AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS, as measured by the average benchmark score of 18101, places it in the 76th percentile of all CPUs in the database. This percentile ranking indicates that it outperforms roughly three-quarters of all processors tracked, which is a strong showing for a mobile chip. The nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 5 3600, has an average score of 18129, representing a delta of -0.2%. This means the 7535HS trails the 3600 by only 0.2%, a difference of 28 points on the benchmark scale. In practical terms, this is negligible, and the two processors can be considered performance equals in aggregate testing.

The Intel Core i5-11400 has an average score of 18150, with a delta of -0.3% relative to the 7535HS. This translates to a 49-point difference in favor of the i5-11400. The 7535HS is thus 0.3% slower than the i5-11400 across the full benchmark suite. The AMD Ryzen 5 1600 posts an average score of 18158, a delta of -0.3% as well, meaning the 7535HS is 57 points behind the 1600. The AMD EPYC 9274F has an average score of 18189, with a delta of -0.5%, representing an 88-point gap. All four rivals outperform the 7535HS by less than 1%, which is a remarkably tight grouping.

In specific benchmark tests, the 7535HS shows strengths in certain areas. The PassMark data encryption score of 13656 and data compression score of 221668 indicate strong performance in these parallelizable workloads. The floating-point math score of 35540 and integer math score of 62372 demonstrate balanced arithmetic processing. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 15232 is a strong indicator of rendering capability, while the single-core score of 2150 supports responsive single-threaded applications. The Geekbench multi-core score of 7007 and single-core score of 1768 align with these findings. The 3DMark results, with a max-thread score of 5285, suggest that the processor handles multi-threaded 3D rendering tasks well, though the single-thread score of 872 is more modest. Overall, the data shows a processor that is competitive with its nearest rivals across all benchmark categories, with no single area of significant weakness.

FAQ

Q: What is the average benchmark score of the AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS?

A: The average benchmark score is 18101, placing it at the 76th percentile among all CPUs in the database.

Q: How does the Ryzen 5 7535HS compare to the AMD Ryzen 5 3600?

A: The Ryzen 5 3600 has an average score of 18129, which is 0.2% higher than the 7535HS. The two processors are effectively tied in overall performance.

Q: What memory type does the Ryzen 5 7535HS support?

A: It supports DDR5 memory over a dual-channel bus, with a peak memory bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s. ECC memory is not supported.

Q: Does the Ryzen 5 7535HS include integrated graphics?

A: Yes, it includes the Radeon 660M integrated GPU, which shares system memory for graphics operations.

Q: What is the core and thread configuration of the Ryzen 5 7535HS?

A: It has 6 cores and 12 threads, with a base clock of 3.30 GHz and a boost clock of 4.55 GHz.

Q: Is the Ryzen 5 7535HS unlocked for overclocking?

A: No, the multiplier is locked, meaning it is not unlocked for overclocking. The processor operates within its specified clock ranges.