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Rate My PC: AMD Ryzen 7 7736U + AMD Radeon 860M

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91 / 100

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89%

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93%

PROCESSOR

AMD Ryzen 7 7736U

30,364 Benchmark Score

Top 11% Market Ranking

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AMD Radeon 860M

26,401 Benchmark Score

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90-100

Ultimate

4K Ultra gaming, VR ready, ray tracing enabled, professional workloads

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70-89

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1440p Ultra or 4K High settings, excellent for modern AAA titles

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50-69

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1080p Ultra or 1440p Medium, great value for most gamers

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30-49

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1080p Medium settings, suitable for eSports and older titles

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0-29

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Basic gaming, older titles, consider upgrading for modern games

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This is a mobile processor and integrated graphics pairing aimed at thin-and-light laptops, combining an 8-core Zen 3+ CPU with RDNA 3.5 graphics on a single die. The data shows a strong all-around package for a 15-watt class, but the absence of measured frame rates means gaming expectations must be inferred from synthetic benchmarks rather than direct FPS testing.

Gaming Performance

No measured FPS rows exist for this exact CPU+GPU combination in the data pack, so all frame rate discussion here is an estimate derived from the benchmark scores rather than a direct observation. The Radeon 860M’s Geekbench Vulkan score of 30043 and OpenCL score of 22759 place it at the 72nd percentile of all GPUs, which suggests it can handle esports titles and older AAA games at 1080p with medium settings, but it is not a high-refresh-rate or max-settings part for modern demanding games.

The integrated GPU’s 512 shading units and 32 texture mapping units, paired with a boost clock of 3000 MHz, deliver a theoretical FP32 throughput of 3.072 TFLOPS. That number is modest by discrete GPU standards, but for an IGP it indicates playable performance in lighter workloads. The system-shared memory means bandwidth is system dependent, so actual gaming performance will vary significantly based on the laptop’s DDR5 configuration and whether the memory is running in dual-channel mode.

At 1080p with ultra settings, the data suggests this pairing would struggle with recent AAA releases, likely falling below 30 FPS in most cases. Dropping to medium or high settings should bring many titles into the 30-60 FPS range, particularly those that are well-optimized or CPU-bound. The 16 MB of shared L3 cache on the CPU helps reduce memory latency, which can benefit gaming performance in CPU-light scenarios, but the GPU’s reliance on shared system memory remains the primary bottleneck for frame rates.

For esports titles like Counter-Strike or League of Legends, the 860M’s compute throughput and the CPU’s strong single-thread performance (Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1548) should push frame rates well above 60 FPS at 1080p with competitive settings. The picture is less rosy for graphically intense single-player games, where the 3.072 TFLOPS ceiling will limit detail levels and resolution.

Benchmark Performance

The Ryzen 7 7736U achieves an average benchmark score of 30364, placing it at the 81st percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 5 7640HS with an average score of 30390 (0.1% higher), the Intel Core i9-11980HK at 30422 (0.2% higher), the Intel Core Ultra 5 225T at 30468 (0.3% higher), and the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8640U at 30254 (0.4% lower). The deltas are remarkably tight — all four rivals fall within 0.4% of the 7736U’s score, indicating that this processor sits in a very competitive performance band where silicon lottery and thermal headroom matter more than architectural differences.

The Radeon 860M’s average benchmark score of 26401 places it at the 72nd percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals are the NVIDIA GeForce MX550 at 26421 (0.1% higher), the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 at 26331 (0.3% lower), the AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT 50th Anniversary at 26553 (0.6% higher), and the NVIDIA RTX A4000 at 26683 (1.1% higher). The presence of the RTX 5060 in this comparison group is notable — it suggests the 860M’s synthetic scores are competitive with a modern discrete GPU, though real-world gaming will differ due to memory bandwidth and driver optimizations.

The combined percentile for this CPU+GPU pairing is 77, which places it in the upper quartile of all laptop configurations. The CPU is the stronger component relative to its peer group (81st percentile vs. 72nd for the GPU), but both are solidly above average. The Geekbench multi-core score of 7453 and single-core score of 1721 for the CPU reinforce this picture: it is a capable multi-threaded performer for its power class, with single-thread scores that hold up well against much higher-TDP parts.

CPU Analysis

The Ryzen 7 7736U is an 8-core, 16-thread processor based on the Zen 3+ architecture, codenamed Rembrandt-R, built on TSMC’s 6 nm process with a die size of 208 mm². It operates at a base clock of 2.70 GHz and boosts up to 4.70 GHz, which is a significant boost range for a 15-watt TDP part. The cache hierarchy comprises 64 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of shared L3 cache, totaling a substantial amount of fast memory for the cores to draw upon.

In Cinebench R23, the CPU scores 12768 multi-core and 1548 single-core. The multi-core score is strong for a 15-watt mobile part, reflecting the efficiency of the Zen 3+ architecture and the benefits of having 8 full cores rather than a hybrid design. The single-core score of 1548 is competitive with many higher-power laptop CPUs, indicating that day-to-day responsiveness and lightly-threaded application performance will be excellent.

The Passmark suite provides additional insight. The CPU scores 78821 in integer math, 44499 in floating-point math, and 19384 in extended instructions, showing balanced compute capabilities across different workload types. The multi-thread score of 21725 and single-thread score of 3350 (listed twice as both passmark_single_thread and passmark_singlethread) confirm that the CPU handles both heavily parallel and single-threaded tasks well. Data compression scores of 274440 and encryption scores of 15635 suggest strong performance in file archiving and security-related workloads.

The 16 MB of shared L3 cache is notable for a mobile part, as it reduces the performance penalty of cache misses in multi-threaded workloads. The CPU supports DDR5 memory with dual-channel access and a theoretical bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s, plus ECC memory support, which is unusual for a consumer mobile processor and beneficial for workstation tasks where data integrity is critical. The 6 nm process node and 15 W TDP mean this CPU can sustain its boost clocks without excessive heat, making it suitable for thin laptops with limited cooling.

Who Should Build It

This pairing targets users who need a single device for both productive work and moderate gaming without carrying a discrete GPU. The 81st percentile CPU performance and 72nd percentile GPU performance make it a compelling choice for students who need to run engineering software, write code, and play games on the same machine. The CPU’s strong multi-core scores in Cinebench R23 (12768) and Geekbench (7453) indicate it can handle compilation tasks, virtual machines, and data analysis workloads that benefit from 16 threads.

Content creators working with photos and 1080p video will find the 860M’s 3.072 TFLOPS of FP32 compute sufficient for GPU-accelerated effects and encoding, while the CPU’s Passmark data compression score of 274440 helps with large file transfers and backup tasks. The ECC memory support makes this platform suitable for small business workstations where data correctness is paramount, and the 15 W TDP means the laptop can run for extended periods on battery without significant performance degradation.

Gamers at 1080p with medium settings are the primary gaming audience here. The GPU’s Vulkan score of 30043 suggests solid DirectX 12 and Vulkan API performance, so modern games that scale well across multiple threads will be playable. Esports enthusiasts will be particularly well-served, as the high single-thread CPU score (1548 in Cinebench R23) and the GPU’s 512 shading units should deliver high frame rates in competitive titles. Users who prioritize maximum graphical fidelity or play at 1440p or 4K should look elsewhere, as the system-shared memory and modest GPU compute will become limiting factors.

Balance and Bottleneck

The data indicates a reasonably balanced pairing, but the CPU is the stronger component relative to its peer group. At the 81st percentile for CPUs and 72nd for GPUs, the CPU has more headroom than the GPU in most workloads. In gaming scenarios, the GPU will be the primary bottleneck at high settings and resolutions, as the 3.072 TFLOPS of FP32 compute and system-shared memory will limit frame rates before the CPU’s 16 threads become saturated.

The CPU’s single-thread performance (3350 in Passmark, 1721 in Geekbench) is strong enough to feed the GPU in most gaming scenarios, so CPU-bound bottlenecks are unlikely except in heavily threaded simulation games or strategies that stress the 16 MB L3 cache. The 0.4% delta between this CPU and the Ryzen 5 PRO 8640U, and the 0.3% delta against the Intel Core Ultra 5 225T, suggest that real-world application performance will be nearly identical to these rivals, meaning any perceived differences will come from GPU performance, memory configuration, or cooling rather than the CPU itself.

In productivity workloads, the balance shifts. Multi-threaded tasks like video encoding or 3D rendering will leverage the CPU’s 8 cores and 16 threads effectively, while the GPU accelerates specific stages like effects rendering or compositing. The Passmark physics score of 1007 and find prime numbers score of 56 indicate that the CPU handles computational tasks well, but the GPU’s OpenCL score of 22759 shows it can offload parallel compute effectively. The primary bottleneck in mixed workloads will be memory bandwidth — the 76.8 GB/s theoretical CPU bandwidth and system-dependent GPU bandwidth may limit performance when both components are active simultaneously.

FAQ

Q: What is the combined performance percentile of this CPU and GPU pairing?

A: The combined percentile is 77, placing it in the upper quartile of all laptop configurations.

Q: How does the Ryzen 7 7736U compare to its nearest rival, the Ryzen 5 7640HS?

A: The 7736U scores 30364 on average, which is 0.1% lower than the 7640HS’s 30390, making them statistically equivalent in benchmark performance.

Q: What is the GPU’s FP32 compute throughput?

A: The Radeon 860M delivers 3.072 TFLOPS of FP32 performance, with FP16 running at the same 3.072 TFLOPS (1:1 ratio).

Q: Does the CPU support error-correcting memory?

A: Yes, the Ryzen 7 7736U supports ECC memory, which is unusual for a mobile consumer processor.

Q: What is the boost clock of the Radeon 860M?

A: The GPU boosts up to 3000 MHz, with a base clock of 600 MHz.

Q: How many RT cores does the Radeon 860M have?

A: The GPU includes 8 ray tracing cores, supporting DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2) API features.

Q: What is the CPU’s TDP and how does it affect system design?

A: The CPU has a 15 W TDP, and the GPU is rated at 15 W as well, making this a low-power pairing suitable for thin-and-light laptops without dedicated cooling solutions.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The Ryzen 7 7736U uses AMD Socket FP7, which is a mobile-only socket, meaning the CPU is soldered to the motherboard and not upgradeable in a traditional sense. The platform supports DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration with a theoretical bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s, and the CPU provides 20 PCIe Gen 4 lanes. The integrated Radeon 860M uses a PCIe 4.0 x8 bus interface, which provides sufficient bandwidth for the GPU’s compute needs.

The GPU has no power connectors and is classified as an IGP, so there is no discrete GPU upgrade path within the same system. The suggested PSU field is null, and the 15 W TDP for both CPU and GPU means the system draws minimal power, so laptops using this pairing will have small power adapters and long battery life. The platform supports PCIe Gen 4, which is beneficial for fast NVMe SSDs, and the 20 CPU lanes provide ample connectivity for storage and other peripherals.

A sensible next upgrade for a user on this platform would be to maximize the DDR5 memory configuration, ensuring dual-channel operation at the highest supported speed to improve both CPU and GPU performance — the system-shared GPU memory means faster RAM directly translates to better frame rates. Adding a high-capacity PCIe Gen 4 NVMe SSD would also improve load times and data-intensive workloads, leveraging the CPU’s strong data compression scores (274440 in Passmark). Beyond memory and storage, the upgrade path is limited by the mobile form factor, so users seeking more graphics performance would need to move to a system with a discrete GPU.

Build Overview

This is a laptop-class build combining the AMD Ryzen 7 7736U processor with the AMD Radeon 860M integrated graphics. The build class is explicitly laptop, and the combined 77th percentile ranking indicates this is a well-above-average configuration for mobile computing. The CPU’s 81st percentile and GPU’s 72nd percentile both contribute to a system that is capable across a wide range of tasks, from productivity to moderate gaming.

The pairing is notable for its efficiency: both components are designed for low power consumption (15 W TDP each), making this an ideal configuration for ultraportable laptops that prioritize battery life without sacrificing too much performance. The 6 nm CPU process node and 4 nm GPU process node, both from TSMC, contribute to this efficiency. The CPU’s Rembrandt-R codename and Zen 3+ architecture are a mature design, while the GPU’s RDNA 3.5 architecture and Krackan Point chip represent a newer generation, giving this system a mix of proven and modern technology.

Overall, this build sits in the upper tier of integrated-graphics laptops, offering performance that rivals entry-level discrete GPUs while maintaining the thermal and power characteristics of a thin-and-light device. It is not a gaming powerhouse, but it is a versatile machine that handles a broad spectrum of computing needs with competence.

GPU Analysis

The AMD Radeon 860M is an integrated graphics processor based on the RDNA 3.5 architecture, built on TSMC’s 4 nm process as part of the Navi III IGP generation (Strix Point Mobile). It operates with a base clock of 600 MHz and a boost clock of 3000 MHz, which is a substantial boost range that allows the GPU to scale from idle to peak performance dynamically. The GPU has 512 shading units, 32 texture mapping units, and 16 raster operation units, along with 8 ray tracing cores.

Memory is entirely system-shared, with no dedicated VRAM, so the memory size, type, and bus width are all listed as system shared, and bandwidth is system dependent. This means the GPU’s performance is heavily influenced by the laptop’s DDR5 memory configuration — dual-channel memory at high speeds will significantly improve frame rates compared to single-channel or slower configurations. The theoretical pixel rate is 48.00 GPixel/s and texture rate is 96.00 GTexel/s, which are modest figures but adequate for the GPU’s target resolution of 1080p.

In benchmark terms, the GPU scores 22759 in Geekbench OpenCL and 30043 in Geekbench Vulkan, with an average benchmark score of 26401. The Vulkan score being notably higher than OpenCL suggests the RDNA 3.5 architecture performs well with modern graphics APIs, which bodes well for DirectX 12 games. The GPU’s nearest rival, the NVIDIA GeForce MX550, scores 26421 (0.1% higher), showing near-parity with a discrete entry-level GPU — an impressive result for an integrated part. The 0.3% delta against the RTX 5060 is surprising but reflects synthetic benchmark scores rather than real-world gaming, where the RTX 5060’s dedicated VRAM and higher power budget would likely pull ahead.

The GPU supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4, covering all modern graphics APIs. With 3.072 TFLOPS of FP32 compute and 3.072 TFLOPS of FP16 (1:1 ratio), the GPU is capable of handling compute workloads like image processing or light machine learning inference, though the lack of dedicated tensor cores means AI acceleration is not a focus. The 8 RT cores provide hardware ray tracing support, but the low overall compute throughput will limit ray tracing to simple scenes or low resolutions. For rendering tasks, the GPU’s OpenCL performance (22759) indicates it can accelerate Blender or similar applications, but the system-shared memory and 15 W power envelope will cap performance at modest scene complexities.

Rate My PC: AMD Ryzen 7 7736U + AMD Radeon 860M

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