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AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX

69,875 Benchmark Score

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AMD Radeon 880M

8,436 Benchmark Score

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The AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX paired with the AMD Radeon 880M forms a laptop-class combination that is dominated by the CPU’s exceptional multi-threaded power, while the integrated GPU provides modest graphics capability typical of an entry-level discrete GPU. With the processor achieving a 94th percentile ranking among all CPUs and the Radeon 880M landing at the 43rd percentile among all GPUs, this build is clearly optimized for compute-heavy workloads rather than high-end gaming. No measured FPS rows exist for this exact combination, so all frame-rate discussions below are estimates derived strictly from the benchmark scores and percentile positions.

FAQ

Q: What is the overall performance tier of this CPU+GPU pairing?

A: The combined percentile for this laptop build is 69, placing it in the upper-midrange tier. The CPU drives this ranking with a 94th percentile score, while the GPU sits at the 43rd percentile, pulling the overall figure down.

Q: How does the Ryzen 9 7940HX compare to its closest rivals?

A: The Ryzen 9 7940HX has an average benchmark score of 69875. It trails the AMD Ryzen 7 9700F by 0.2% and the Intel Core i7-14700KF by 0.4%, while leading the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X by 0.5% and the Intel Core i7-14700K by 0.7%.

Q: What are the key specifications of the CPU?

A: The AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX features 16 cores and 32 threads, with a base clock of 2.40 GHz and a boost clock of 5.20 GHz. It is built on the Zen 4 architecture (Dragon Range) using a 5 nm process from TSMC, with 13,140 million transistors and a die size of 2x 71 mm².

Q: What graphics performance does the Radeon 880M offer?

A: The Radeon 880M is an integrated GPU based on the RDNA 3.5 architecture (Strix Point chip) with 768 shading units, 48 TMUs, and 16 ROPs. It achieves a Passmark G3D score of 7615 and sits at the 43rd percentile among all GPUs, placing it near the performance of older mobile discrete GPUs like the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 675MX.

Q: Does this build support modern APIs for gaming?

A: Yes, the Radeon 880M supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4. This allows for hardware ray tracing with 12 RT cores, though the overall compute throughput of 4.454 TFLOPS limits its practical use in demanding titles.

Q: What is the memory configuration for this platform?

A: The CPU supports DDR5 memory with a dual-channel bus and a theoretical bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s. The GPU uses system-shared memory, meaning its bandwidth and capacity are dependent on the installed system RAM.

Q: Is there any measured FPS data for this specific CPU+GPU combination?

A: No, the data pack contains no measured FPS rows for this exact pairing. All frame-rate expectations must be inferred from the CPU and GPU benchmark scores and their percentile positions.

Benchmark Performance

The benchmark data presents a clear picture: this is a CPU-centric build with a secondary GPU. The Ryzen 9 7940HX achieves a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 29400 and a single-core score of 1807, while the Radeon 880M posts a Passmark G3D score of 7615 and a Geekbench OpenCL score of 31285. The CPU’s average benchmark score of 69875 places it in the 94th percentile of all CPUs, while the GPU’s average score of 8436 lands it in the 43rd percentile. The combined percentile of 69 reflects this imbalance.

In multi-threaded workloads, the CPU is exceptionally strong. Its 3DMark max-threads score of 13447 and Passmark multithread score of 53204 demonstrate sustained heavy lifting capability. The single-thread results are more modest — a 3DMark single-thread score of 1027 and Passmark single-thread score of 3942 — but still respectable for a mobile chip. The GPU, by contrast, shows its limits in synthetic graphics tests: 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 scores only 535, and Passmark DirectX 11 scores 73, indicating that it is not built for high-end rendering.

The nearest rival data confirms the CPU’s position. It is statistically tied with the AMD Ryzen 7 9700F (deltaPct -0.2%) and the Intel Core i7-14700KF (deltaPct -0.4%), while slightly outperforming the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X (deltaPct 0.5%) and Intel Core i7-14700K (deltaPct 0.7%). For the GPU, the Radeon 880M is nearly identical to the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 675MX (deltaPct 0.1%) and the NVIDIA GeForce MX330 (deltaPct -0.3%), which contextualizes its performance as roughly a decade-old discrete mobile GPU.

CPU Analysis

The AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX is a 16-core, 32-thread processor based on the Zen 4 architecture, codenamed Dragon Range, and fabricated on TSMC’s 5 nm process. It carries 13,140 million transistors across a dual-chiplet design with a die size of 2x 71 mm². The L1 cache is 64 KB per core, L2 is 1 MB per core, and L3 totals 64 MB. This configuration delivers a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 29400, which is the standout number in the entire benchmark set.

The multi-threaded performance is where this CPU excels. The Passmark integer math score of 202883, floating point math score of 121383, and data compression score of 693741 all point to a processor that can handle heavily parallel tasks with ease. The 3DMark 16-thread score of 12501 and max-threads score of 13447 show that scaling holds up well beyond 8 threads, with the 8-thread score of 7158 indicating nearly linear scaling. This is a CPU built for rendering, compilation, and scientific computing.

Single-thread performance is adequate but not class-leading. The 3DMark single-thread score of 1027 and Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1807 suggest that day-to-day responsiveness and lightly-threaded applications will perform well, but the real strength lies in multithreading. The Passmark single-thread score of 3942 confirms this pattern. The base clock of 2.40 GHz with a boost of 5.20 GHz provides a wide dynamic range, though sustained all-core boosts will depend on the laptop’s cooling solution given the 55 W TDP.

For real workloads, the data indicates that video rendering, 3D modeling, and software compilation will see dramatic benefits from the 16-core layout. The Passmark extended instructions score of 51029 and data encryption score of 41974 also suggest strong performance in cryptography and SIMD-heavy tasks. The CPU’s 94th percentile ranking among all CPUs means it outperforms the vast majority of processors on the market, including many desktop parts.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The Ryzen 9 7940HX uses the AMD Socket FL1, which is a mobile-specific socket. This means the CPU is not user-upgradeable in the traditional desktop sense; it is soldered to the laptop motherboard. The platform supports DDR5 memory with a dual-channel bus, providing a theoretical bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s. ECC memory is not supported. PCIe connectivity is Gen 5 with 28 lanes from the CPU, which allows for high-speed NVMe storage and discrete GPU connections, though the integrated Radeon 880M uses PCIe 4.0 x8.

The GPU has a TDP of 15 W and no suggested PSU, since it is an integrated graphics solution that draws power from the system’s main power delivery. The CPU’s TDP of 55 W is modest for a 16-core part, but in a laptop chassis, thermal headroom is the limiting factor rather than PSU capacity. The Radeon 880M has no power connectors and is classified as an IGP, meaning it shares system memory and power with the CPU.

A sensible next upgrade for this platform would focus on memory capacity and speed, since the GPU’s performance is directly tied to system RAM bandwidth. Upgrading to faster DDR5 modules could improve both CPU memory-intensive tasks and GPU performance, as the integrated graphics rely on system-shared memory. Storage upgrades to PCIe Gen 5 NVMe drives would also leverage the CPU’s 28-lane PCIe capability. However, the CPU itself is already near the top of its class, so the upgrade path is limited to surrounding components rather than the processor.

Balance and Bottleneck

The balance here is heavily skewed toward the CPU. The Ryzen 9 7940HX sits at the 94th percentile among all CPUs, while the Radeon 880M rests at the 43rd percentile among all GPUs. In CPU-bound workloads like video encoding, 3D rendering, and software compilation, the system performs at a level comparable to high-end desktop processors. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 29400 and Passmark multithread score of 53204 confirm that the CPU will rarely be the limiting factor in productivity tasks.

In GPU-bound workloads, the Radeon 880M becomes the clear bottleneck. Its Passmark G3D score of 7615 and 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 535 indicate that modern games at high settings will be limited by the integrated GPU’s compute throughput of 4.454 TFLOPS. The GPU’s nearest rivals — the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 675MX and MX330 — are both older discrete mobile GPUs, which contextualizes its performance as entry-level. The Passmark DirectX 12 score of 32 and DirectX 11 score of 73 further underscore the GPU’s limitations in modern graphics APIs.

For gaming, the CPU will deliver high frame rates in CPU-limited scenarios, but the GPU will cap performance in GPU-heavy scenes. For example, in esports titles that rely on single-thread CPU performance, the 3DMark single-thread score of 1027 suggests solid responsiveness, but the GPU’s pixel rate of 46.40 GPixel/s and texture rate of 139.2 GTexel/s will limit resolution and detail settings. The combined percentile of 69 reflects this imbalance: the system is capable but not balanced for graphics-intensive use.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: This build is not suited for high-refresh gaming at demanding settings. The Radeon 880M’s 43rd percentile ranking and Passmark G3D score of 7615 indicate that frame rates will be modest even at 1080p, and the GPU’s 16 ROPs and 4.454 TFLOPS compute limit pixel throughput. Esports titles at low settings may approach playable frame rates, but high-refresh monitors will be wasted on this GPU.

Streaming: The CPU’s 16 cores and 32 threads provide ample headroom for software encoding while gaming. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 29400 and 3DMark max-threads score of 13447 suggest that x264 encoding will not significantly impact frame rates in CPU-bound tasks. However, the GPU’s limited performance means that games will need to run at low settings to maintain a stable stream.

Video editing: This is a strong scenario for this build. The Passmark multithread score of 53204 and floating point math score of 121383 indicate that rendering timelines, applying effects, and exporting 4K video will be handled efficiently by the CPU. The GPU’s OpenCL score of 31285 provides some acceleration for effects that use GPU compute, but most heavy lifting will fall on the CPU.

3D rendering: The CPU excels here. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 29400 places it near desktop-class processors, and the Passmark integer math score of 202883 supports complex geometry calculations. Render times in Blender or similar software will be dominated by the CPU, which performs at the 94th percentile among all CPUs. The GPU’s 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 535 means GPU-accelerated rendering is not viable.

Software development: The 16-core, 32-thread configuration is ideal for compilation. The 3DMark 16-thread score of 12501 and 8-thread score of 7158 show strong scaling across cores, which translates to faster build times for large codebases. The Passmark data compression score of 693741 also helps with version control operations and asset packaging.

Student and office work: For document editing, web browsing, and spreadsheets, the CPU’s single-thread score of 3942 (Passmark) provides snappy responsiveness. The integrated GPU is more than adequate for 2D workloads, with a Passmark G2D score of 969. Battery life and thermal management will depend on the laptop design, but the 55 W CPU TDP is reasonable for a mobile workstation.

Gaming Performance

No measured FPS data exists for this exact CPU+GPU combination. The following frame-rate expectations are estimates derived from the benchmark scores and percentile positions, not measured results. The Radeon 880M’s Passmark G3D score of 7615 and its position near the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 675MX (deltaPct 0.1%) suggest that gaming performance will be comparable to that of a mid-range mobile GPU from around 2012.

At 1080p with low-to-medium settings, the GPU can be expected to handle older titles and esports games at playable frame rates. The CPU’s single-thread performance (3DMark single-thread score of 1027) ensures that frame pacing will not be CPU-limited in these scenarios. However, modern AAA titles will likely struggle. The Passmark DirectX 12 score of 32 and DirectX 11 score of 73 indicate poor performance in current graphics APIs, and the 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 535 confirms that the GPU is not designed for heavy rasterization workloads.

At 1440p or higher resolutions, the GPU’s 46.40 GPixel/s pixel rate will become a hard bottleneck, and frame rates will drop significantly. The system-shared memory configuration means that memory bandwidth is system-dependent, further limiting high-resolution performance. For 720p or 1080p esports titles like CS:GO or League of Legends, the CPU’s high single-thread score and the GPU’s modest compute may deliver acceptable frame rates, but this should be considered an estimate rather than a guarantee.

Build Overview

This is a laptop-class build (buildClass: "laptop") consisting of the AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX CPU and the AMD Radeon 880M integrated GPU. The combined percentile of 69 places it in the upper-midrange tier of all CPU+GPU pairings, but this is driven almost entirely by the CPU. The processor alone ranks in the 94th percentile among all CPUs, while the GPU ranks in the 43rd percentile among all GPUs. The CPU is a 16-core Zen 4 part with a 5.20 GHz boost clock and 64 MB of L3 cache, while the GPU is an RDNA 3.5 integrated solution with 768 shading units and 4.454 TFLOPS of FP32 compute.

The system is best described as a high-performance mobile workstation with incidental gaming capability. The CPU’s Cinebench R23 multicore score of 29400 and Passmark multithread score of 53204 put it in contention with desktop-class processors, making it suitable for rendering, compiling, and other multi-threaded tasks. The GPU’s performance, however, is entry-level, with its nearest rivals being older discrete mobile GPUs like the GTX 675MX and MX330. This is not a gaming laptop in the traditional sense; it is a productivity machine that happens to include a GPU capable of light gaming.

Who Should Build It

This build targets users who prioritize CPU throughput above all else. Software developers will benefit from the 32 threads and strong multi-threaded scaling, as evidenced by the 3DMark 16-thread score of 12501 and Passmark integer math score of 202883. Video editors and 3D artists will find the Cinebench R23 multicore score of 29400 invaluable for rendering, and the Passmark floating point math score of 121383 supports complex simulations and effects. Students and professionals in engineering or data science will appreciate the 94th percentile CPU performance for computation-heavy workloads.

Gamers should look elsewhere. The Radeon 880M’s 43rd percentile ranking and its proximity to the GTX 675MX in benchmark scores mean that modern games will run at low settings and modest resolutions. For light gaming, such as indie titles or older esports games, the build is functional, but it is not a gaming platform. Small business workstations that handle spreadsheets, databases, and office applications will find the CPU’s single-thread score of 3942 more than sufficient, and the integrated GPU handles 2D tasks with a Passmark G2D score of 969.

The ideal user is someone who needs a laptop with desktop-class multi-threaded performance in a mobile form factor, and who accepts that graphics capabilities are secondary. The 55 W CPU TDP allows for a relatively slim chassis, and the lack of a discrete GPU means lower power consumption. This is a build for creators, developers, and analysts who spend most of their time in CPU-bound applications and only occasionally need GPU acceleration for light tasks.

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