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Rate My PC: AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS + AMD Radeon RX 6500M

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88 Score

Top 12% Ranking

88 / 100

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Top 12% of systems. Excellent for 1440p Ultra or 4K High gaming.

1440p Ultra4K High

System Balance Analysis

CPU vs GPU performance ratio

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CPU

89%

GPU

87%

PROCESSOR

AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS

31,593 Benchmark Score

Top 11% Market Ranking

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AMD Radeon RX 6500M

10,362 Benchmark Score

Top 13% Market Ranking

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30-60

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60-85

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85-100

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Strong Performance

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Performance Tiers Explained

90-100

Ultimate

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

4K 60+ FPS VR Ready

70-89

High-End

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

1440p Ultra 4K High

50-69

Mid-Range

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

1080p Ultra 1440p Med

30-49

Entry Level

1080p Medium settings, suitable for eSports and older titles

1080p Med eSports

0-29

Legacy

Basic gaming, older titles, consider upgrading for modern games

720p-1080p Low Older Games

The AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS and AMD Radeon RX 6500M form a laptop-class pairing that leans heavily on a high-end mobile processor with a modest dedicated graphics solution. The data in this profile shows a CPU performing in the 82nd percentile against all processors, while the GPU sits near the median at the 48th percentile. This creates an unbalanced configuration where the processor dominates the graphics component in most workloads, a pattern visible throughout the benchmark results.

CPU Analysis

The AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS is an 8-core, 16-thread mobile processor built on the Zen 4 architecture with the Phoenix codename. It uses a 4nm TSMC process with 25,000 million transistors on a 178 mm² die, and its base clock runs at 4.00 GHz with a boost clock reaching 5.20 GHz. The 35W TDP places it in the efficient high-performance mobile segment, and it supports DDR5 memory through a dual-channel bus with 89.6 GB/s of bandwidth. ECC memory support is present, and the integrated graphics are Radeon 780M.

Benchmark data indicates a processor with substantial multi-threaded capability. The Cinebench R23 multicore score reaches 16,713, while the single-core score is 1,790. Geekbench results show 12,724 multicore and 2,144 single-core. The 3DMark tests display scaling from 1,952 at 2 threads to 7,558 at max threads, with the 8-thread score at 6,205. PassMark multithread results hit 30,098, with integer math at 103,044 and floating-point math at 62,897. The average benchmark score for this CPU is 31,593, placing it in the 82nd percentile of all CPUs.

Compared to its nearest rivals, the 7940HS is essentially tied with the Intel Core i5-13500, which scores 31,510 for a delta of 0.3 percent. The Intel Core Ultra 5 225H scores 31,508, also 0.3 percent behind, and the AMD Ryzen 9 5980HX scores 31,495. The Intel Core 7 240H trails at 31,483. These delta values are all within a fraction of a percent, meaning the 7940HS offers performance nearly identical to these desktop and mobile alternatives despite its 35W power envelope. For real workloads, this translates to responsive single-threaded tasks like application launches and coding, while the 16 threads handle compilation, video encoding, and data processing efficiently. The PassMark data compression score of 365,352 and encryption score of 21,777 further indicate strong throughput for archival and security-related tasks.

GPU Analysis

The AMD Radeon RX 6500M is a mobile graphics processor based on the Navi 24 chip with RDNA 2.0 architecture. It uses a 6nm TSMC process with 5,400 million transistors on a 107 mm² die. The GPU has 1,024 shading units, 64 texture mapping units, and 32 render output units, along with 16 ray tracing cores. Its base clock is 2000 MHz, boost clock reaches 2400 MHz, and the game clock is listed at 2191 MHz. Memory operates at 2250 MHz with 18 Gbps effective speed.

The memory configuration is 4 GB of GDDR6 on a 64-bit bus, providing 144.0 GB/s of bandwidth. This is a narrow memory interface that limits the GPU’s throughput in high-resolution or texture-heavy scenarios. The pixel rate is 76.80 GPixel/s, texture rate is 153.6 GTexel/s, and FP32 compute reaches 4.915 TFLOPS with FP16 at 9.830 TFLOPS. The TDP is 50W, and the bus interface is PCIe 4.0 x4, which is a reduced lane count compared to typical desktop GPUs. DirectX 12 Ultimate support is present, along with OpenGL 4.6 and Vulkan 1.4.

Benchmark results show a GPU performing near the median of all GPUs. The PassMark G3D score is 7,531, with G2D at 385, and GPU compute at 2,669. Geekbench OpenCL scores 38,586, and Vulkan scores 43,837. The average benchmark score is 10,362, placing it in the 48th percentile. Its nearest rivals include the NVIDIA Tesla C2075 at 10,400 (0.4 percent behind the RX 6500M), the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 950A at 10,273 (0.9 percent ahead), the AMD Radeon RX 550X at 10,481 (1.1 percent behind), and the AMD Radeon R9 M275X at 10,582 (2.1 percent behind). These deltas are small, meaning the RX 6500M delivers performance comparable to older or lower-tier desktop cards. For rendering, the low FP32 throughput and 4 GB VRAM suggest limitations in modern 3D applications, while the ray tracing cores offer hardware acceleration but likely at modest frame rates. The 144 GB/s bandwidth is sufficient for 1080p gaming but constrained for higher resolutions or large assets.

FAQ

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

A: The combined percentile is 65, indicating that this laptop configuration outperforms the majority of all tested systems but is not in the top tier.

Q: How does the Ryzen 9 7940HS compare to its nearest rival, the Intel Core i5-13500?

A: The 7940HS has an average benchmark score of 31,593, while the Intel Core i5-13500 scores 31,510, a delta of 0.3 percent. This makes the two processors virtually identical in overall performance.

Q: What is the memory bandwidth of the RX 6500M GPU?

A: The RX 6500M has 144.0 GB/s of memory bandwidth, provided by 4 GB of GDDR6 on a 64-bit bus.

Q: Does the Ryzen 9 7940HS support error-correcting memory?

A: Yes, the CPU supports ECC memory, which is a feature typically valued in workstation environments for data integrity.

Q: What are the single-thread and multi-thread scores for the CPU in Geekbench?

A: The Geekbench single-core score is 2,144, and the multicore score is 12,724.

Q: How many ray tracing cores does the RX 6500M have?

A: The GPU has 16 ray tracing cores, which provide hardware support for DirectX 12 Ultimate ray tracing workloads.

Q: What is the boost clock speed of the Ryzen 9 7940HS?

A: The boost clock speed is 5.20 GHz, while the base clock is 4.00 GHz.

Balance and Bottleneck

The benchmark data clearly indicates that the CPU is the stronger component in this pairing. The Ryzen 9 7940HS sits in the 82nd percentile of all CPUs, while the RX 6500M is in the 48th percentile of all GPUs. This 34-percentile gap creates a situation where the processor will frequently wait on the graphics unit to complete frame rendering. In gaming workloads, the GPU is the limiting factor, as the CPU’s high multi-threaded scores (Cinebench R23 multicore at 16,713) can easily feed frames to a GPU with a PassMark G3D score of 7,531. The GPU’s 4 GB VRAM and 64-bit bus further constrain it, meaning texture-heavy scenes will hit memory capacity before the CPU’s computational limits are reached.

In productivity tasks, the balance flips. The CPU’s high integer math score of 103,044 and multithread score of 30,098 accelerate compilation, data compression, and encryption, while the GPU’s compute score of 2,669 is modest. For tasks like video encoding that can use GPU acceleration, the RX 6500M will provide some benefit, but the CPU’s 16 threads are likely the primary workhorse. The pair rank by FPS is null due to no measured data, but based on the benchmark scores, the GPU will bottleneck at 1080p in most games, while the CPU remains underutilized. At lower resolutions or with reduced settings, the CPU’s advantage becomes more apparent, but the GPU’s memory bandwidth and shading unit count will cap performance.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The Ryzen 9 7940HS uses AMD Socket FP8 and is part of the 7000 series mobile lineup. The platform supports DDR5 memory on a dual-channel bus, and the CPU provides PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes. The GPU connects via a PCIe 4.0 x4 interface, which is a narrower link than the CPU’s full lane count. The TDP values are 35W for the CPU and 50W for the GPU, and no suggested PSU is listed, indicating this is a laptop design where power delivery is fixed by the system builder. The production status for the CPU is active, while the GPU is end-of-life with a release date of January 3, 2022.

For a sensible next upgrade within this platform, the data suggests focusing on the GPU, since the CPU has significant headroom. A laptop with a higher-tier Radeon RX 6000 series or newer GPU would better utilize the 7940HS’s computational power. However, the socket and memory support are tied to the motherboard, so any upgrade would require a full system replacement. The CPU’s ECC support and 89.6 GB/s memory bandwidth indicate it is suited for workstation tasks, but the 4 GB GPU memory is a limiting factor for professional 3D rendering. The PCIe 4.0 x4 interface on the GPU is another constraint, as it halves bandwidth compared to a x8 or x16 connection, potentially affecting performance in data-intensive applications.

Who Should Build It

This configuration targets users who require strong processor performance but have modest graphics needs. Gamers playing at 1080p with medium settings will find the RX 6500M adequate, while the CPU ensures smooth frame pacing even in CPU-bound titles. Content creators working with video editing or batch photo processing will benefit from the 16-thread CPU, with Cinebench R23 multicore at 16,713 and PassMark multithread at 30,098. Software developers compiling large codebases will see reduced build times thanks to the high integer math score of 103,044 and encryption score of 21,777. Students and small business users performing office tasks, web browsing, and spreadsheet work will find the system responsive, with single-thread scores like Geekbench 2,144 and PassMark single-thread 3,878. The build class is laptop, so portability is a given, and the 35W CPU TDP suggests reasonable battery life for a high-performance mobile chip.

The GPU’s 48th percentile ranking means it is not suited for high-refresh gaming or heavy 3D rendering. For users in fields like architecture or product design that require GPU acceleration in software like CAD tools, the 4 GB VRAM and 64-bit bus will present bottlenecks. The CPU’s ECC support, however, is a notable feature for data integrity in financial modeling or scientific computing, where the processor’s floating-point math score of 62,897 indicates strong performance for such tasks.

Gaming Performance

No measured FPS rows exist for this exact combination in the FACT PACK, so all frame rate figures discussed here are estimates derived from the benchmark scores. The dataIsMeasured field is false, meaning this profile relies on synthetic benchmarks to project gaming behavior. The GPU’s PassMark G3D score of 7,531 and the CPU’s 82nd percentile performance suggest that at 1080p with ultra settings, the RX 6500M will deliver playable frame rates in less demanding titles, but will struggle with modern AAA games that require more than 4 GB of VRAM. The CPU’s single-thread score of 1,003 in 3DMark and 1,790 in Cinebench R23 ensure that the processor is not the limiting factor in most games, so the GPU will determine the experience.

At 1440p or higher, the 144 GB/s memory bandwidth and 32 ROPs will likely cause frame rates to drop significantly. The 16 ray tracing cores provide hardware acceleration for DirectX 12 Ultimate titles, but the low FP32 throughput of 4.915 TFLOPS means ray-traced effects will run at reduced settings. For competitive esports titles like first-person shooters or MOBAs, the CPU’s high single-thread performance can push high frame rates at 1080p with lower settings, but the GPU’s 1024 shading units cap the maximum output. Overall, this is a 1080p machine for moderate settings, with the CPU providing headroom for future GPU upgrades if the laptop chassis allows.

Build Overview

This is a laptop-class build pairing the AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS with the AMD Radeon RX 6500M. The CPU is an 8-core, 16-thread processor from the 7000 series with Zen 4 architecture, while the GPU is a RDNA 2.0 part from the Radeon RX 6000 series. The combined percentile is 65, placing this system above most tested configurations but below the top performers. The CPU’s 82nd percentile and GPU’s 48th percentile highlight the disparity in component strength, making this a processor-centric design. The CPU’s production status is active, while the GPU is end-of-life, which may affect future driver support for the graphics component.

The Ryzen 9 7940HS offers top-tier mobile processing power with a 5.20 GHz boost clock and 16 MB of shared L3 cache, along with 64 KB of L1 and 1 MB of L2 per core. The GPU’s 4 GB GDDR6 memory and 64-bit bus are entry-level specifications, reflected in its average benchmark score of 10,362. This pairing is best described as a workstation-oriented laptop that can handle light gaming, rather than a gaming-first system. The 35W CPU TDP and 50W GPU TDP suggest a balanced thermal design that can sustain long workloads without excessive heat.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU’s average benchmark score is 31,593, placing it in the 82nd percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core i5-13500, scores 31,510 with a delta of 0.3 percent, meaning the 7940HS is marginally ahead. The Intel Core Ultra 5 225H and AMD Ryzen 9 5980HX are also within 0.3 percent, indicating a tight cluster of similar-performing processors. The GPU’s average benchmark score is 10,362, putting it in the 48th percentile. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA Tesla C2075, scores 10,400 with a delta of -0.4 percent, meaning the RX 6500M is slightly behind. The AMD Radeon RX 550X is 1.1 percent ahead at 10,481, and the AMD Radeon R9 M275X is 2.1 percent ahead at 10,582.

The combined picture shows a system where the CPU outperforms its direct competitors by fractions of a percent, while the GPU lags behind its rivals by similar margins. The CPU’s 3DMark max threads score of 7,558 and Geekbench multicore of 12,724 demonstrate strong scaling across cores, while the GPU’s PassMark DirectX 12 score of 34 is low, indicating limited modern API performance. The PassMark G3D score of 7,531 is the GPU’s strongest result, but it is still below the median. This benchmark profile suggests that the Ryzen 9 7940HS is a high-end mobile processor that is held back by the RX 6500M in graphics-intensive applications.

Usage Scenarios

For high-refresh gaming, this system is limited by the GPU. The RX 6500M’s 48th percentile ranking and 4 GB VRAM cap frame rates below what the CPU can support, so expect 1080p gaming at medium settings rather than high-refresh esports. For streaming, the CPU’s 16 threads and 3DMark 16-thread score of 7,553 can handle encoding while gaming, but the GPU’s modest compute score of 2,669 may require reducing game settings to maintain a stable stream.

Video editing benefits from the CPU’s Cinebench R23 multicore score of 16,713 and PassMark floating-point math of 62,897, allowing smooth timeline scrubbing and fast exports. The GPU can accelerate effects through OpenCL, but its 4 GB VRAM limits 4K projects. 3D rendering in applications like Blender will rely mostly on the CPU, with the GPU providing some support, but the FP32 throughput of 4.915 TFLOPS is low for GPU rendering. Software development is a strong suit, with the CPU’s integer math of 103,044 and data compression of 365,352 reducing compile times and handling version control operations efficiently.

Student and office work is more than adequately served, with the CPU’s single-thread scores like Geekbench 2,144 and PassMark single-thread 3,878 ensuring snappy application response. The 89.6 GB/s memory bandwidth supports multitasking with many open tabs and documents. For small business workstations, the ECC memory support and encryption score of 21,777 provide reliability and security for sensitive data, though the GPU’s end-of-life status may be a concern for long-term software compatibility.

Rate My PC: AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS + AMD Radeon RX 6500M

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AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS

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Microsoft Flight Simulator

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Red Dead Redemption 2

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