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AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX

69,875 Benchmark Score
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18,159 Benchmark Score
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# AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile

This laptop-class build pairs AMD's flagship 16-core Dragon Range processor with NVIDIA's Ampere-based mobile GPU, creating a system that excels in heavily threaded productivity workloads while remaining competent for 1080p gaming. The CPU sits at the 94th percentile among all processors, while the GPU lands at the 62nd percentile, meaning the processor is the clear performance driver in this pairing. No measured FPS rows exist for this exact combination — the FACT PACK contains no measuredFps data — so all frame-rate discussion below is estimated from the benchmark scores rather than direct game testing.

CPU Analysis

The AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX is a 16-core, 32-thread processor built on the Zen 4 architecture, codenamed Dragon Range, and manufactured on TSMC's 5 nm process. It belongs to the Ryzen 9 generation of the 7000 series and targets the mobile market segment, fitting into AMD Socket FL1. The chip carries a base clock of 2.40 GHz and a boost clock of 5.20 GHz, operating within a 55 W TDP envelope. The 5 nm process node houses 13,140 million transistors across a dual-die configuration with each die measuring 71 mm², for a total die size of 142 mm².

Cache hierarchy is substantial: 64 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 64 MB of shared L3 cache. This large L3 pool benefits workloads with frequent data reuse, such as database queries and scientific simulations. Memory support is limited to DDR5 in a dual-channel configuration, delivering 83.2 GB/s of bandwidth — adequate for a 16-core part, though not exceptional by desktop standards. ECC memory is not supported, which may matter for certain workstation users but is typical for this class.

Benchmark data reveals a processor that scales exceptionally well with thread count. The 3DMark results show a progression from 1,027 in single-thread to 2,001 in 2-thread, 3,844 in 4-thread, 7,158 in 8-thread, 12,501 in 16-thread, and 13,447 in max-thread tests. The jump from 8 to 16 threads nearly doubles the score, indicating strong scaling across the first 16 threads, while the modest gain from 16 to 32 threads (from 12,501 to 13,447) reflects the diminishing returns of simultaneous multithreading on top of fully utilized physical cores.

Cinebench R23 results reinforce this picture: a multicore score of 29,400 versus a single-core score of 1,807. The multicore-to-single-core ratio of roughly 16.3x demonstrates that the chip's aggregate throughput is its primary strength. PassMark tests show 202,883 in integer math, 121,383 in floating-point math, and 693,741 in data compression, alongside 41,974 in data encryption and 51,029 in extended instructions. These scores position the 7940HX as a compute powerhouse for rendering, compilation, and data processing tasks.

Against its nearest rivals, the 7940HX's average benchmark score of 69,875 places it within 0.2% of the AMD Ryzen 7 9700F (69,996), 0.4% below the Intel Core i7-14700KF (70,163), 0.5% above the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X (69,515), and 0.7% above the Intel Core i7-14700K (69,355). These deltas are remarkably tight, indicating that the 7940HX delivers desktop-class multi-threaded performance in a mobile form factor. The 94th percentile ranking among all CPUs confirms its position at the upper end of the performance spectrum.

FAQ

Q: How many cores and threads does the AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX have?

A: The CPU features 16 cores and 32 threads, running at a base clock of 2.40 GHz with a boost clock of 5.20 GHz. This configuration allows it to handle heavily parallel workloads efficiently, as evidenced by the 3DMark max-thread score of 13,447.

Q: What is the GPU's memory configuration?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile comes with 6 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus, providing 336.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The memory operates at 1750 MHz (14 Gbps effective), and the GPU has a boost clock of 1425 MHz.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The average benchmark score of 69,875 puts it within 0.2% of the AMD Ryzen 7 9700F (69,996), 0.4% below the Intel Core i7-14700KF (70,163), 0.5% above the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X (69,515), and 0.7% above the Intel Core i7-14700K (69,355). These are near-identical performance levels across the board.

Q: What PCIe generation does the CPU support?

A: The CPU provides PCIe Gen 5 with 28 lanes (CPU only), which is the latest generation standard. The GPU, however, interfaces via PCIe 4.0 x16, which is fully backward compatible and sufficient for the RTX 3060 Mobile's bandwidth requirements.

Q: Does the CPU include integrated graphics?

A: Yes, the 7940HX includes a Radeon 610M integrated GPU. This iGPU is useful for basic display output and power-saving scenarios, though the discrete RTX 3060 Mobile handles all demanding graphics workloads.

Q: What is the GPU's percentile ranking?

A: The RTX 3060 Mobile sits at the 62nd percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 18,159. This places it in the mid-range tier, roughly on par with the AMD Radeon Pro 5700 (18,189, 0.2% higher) and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER (18,093, 0.4% lower).

Q: Is the CPU overclockable?

A: The multiplier is unlocked, which means the processor can be overclocked if the laptop's BIOS and cooling solution permit it. This is notable for a mobile part, though actual overclocking headroom depends on the thermal design of the specific laptop chassis.

Balance and Bottleneck

In this CPU+GPU pairing, the processor is the dominant component. The CPU's 94th percentile ranking versus the GPU's 62nd percentile creates a significant performance gap that shapes workload behavior. For CPU-intensive tasks like 3D rendering, video encoding, and software compilation, the 7940HX operates at full potential with no GPU limitation. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 29,400 and PassMark multithread score of 53,204 indicate that the CPU can sustain heavy compute loads without being held back by the graphics subsystem.

For gaming, the RTX 3060 Mobile becomes the limiting factor. The GPU's PassMark G3D score of 13,230 and 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 1,821 are modest by current standards, meaning that at higher resolutions and graphics settings, frame rates will be constrained by GPU throughput rather than CPU capability. The CPU's single-thread score of 1,027 in 3DMark and 1,807 in Cinebench R23 is more than sufficient to feed the GPU in most gaming scenarios.

The 83.2 GB/s memory bandwidth of the CPU's dual-channel DDR5 configuration is adequate but not generous. In mixed workloads where the CPU and GPU compete for memory bandwidth, the GPU's 336.0 GB/s of dedicated GDDR6 bandwidth means the graphics card has its own memory pool, so contention is minimal. However, system memory bandwidth could become a bottleneck in CPU-bound scenarios that also require frequent data transfers.

The combined percentile of 78 reflects this imbalance: the system is better suited to productivity and compute tasks that leverage the CPU's strength, while gaming performance will land in the mid-range tier. The GPU's 62nd percentile places it above the 2060 SUPER by 0.4% and below the RX 460 by 1.2%, indicating that it performs like a high-end last-generation card rather than a current-generation flagship.

Who Should Build It

This build targets users who prioritize CPU throughput over GPU gaming performance. Content creators working with video editing, 3D rendering, and software development will benefit most from the 16-core, 32-thread configuration, particularly given the 29,400 Cinebench R23 multicore score and 202,883 PassMark integer math result. Students in engineering or computer science programs will find the CPU's compilation and simulation capabilities valuable, while the integrated Radeon 610M provides a fallback for light graphics tasks when battery conservation is important.

Gamers at 1080p resolution will find the RTX 3060 Mobile acceptable for most titles, but those seeking high-refresh-rate experiences at 1440p or above should look elsewhere. The GPU's 62nd percentile ranking and 6 GB VRAM capacity suggest that it handles current games at medium-to-high settings in 1080p, with some compromises in the most demanding titles.

Small business workstations and professional laptops that require heavy parallel processing — such as financial modeling, scientific computing, or data analysis — will benefit from the CPU's 94th percentile ranking. The 693,741 PassMark data compression score and 41,974 encryption score indicate strong performance for database and security workloads. However, the lack of ECC memory support may be a consideration for mission-critical applications that require error correction.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The CPU uses AMD Socket FL1, which is specific to the Dragon Range mobile platform. This socket supports DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, and the CPU provides PCIe Gen 5 with 28 lanes. The platform is designed for high-end laptops, so upgrades are typically limited to what the OEM allows — often RAM and storage rather than the CPU or GPU themselves.

The GPU uses PCIe 4.0 x16, which is backward compatible with the CPU's PCIe Gen 5 lanes. The 80 W TDP of the RTX 3060 Mobile is modest, meaning that power delivery is unlikely to be a constraint in most laptop designs. The suggested PSU field is not provided, but the 55 W CPU TDP combined with the 80 W GPU TDP totals 135 W of component power, which is standard for a high-performance laptop.

A sensible next upgrade would focus on the GPU, since the CPU has substantial headroom. The 62nd percentile GPU is the clear bottleneck in gaming scenarios, and a future laptop with a higher-tier GPU would better complement the 7940HX's capabilities. Alternatively, upgrading system memory from 16 GB to 32 GB or 64 GB of DDR5 would benefit memory-hungry productivity workloads, given the dual-channel configuration's 83.2 GB/s bandwidth.

The platform's PCIe Gen 5 support means that future storage devices using the newer standard will operate at full speed, though current Gen 4 NVMe drives will also work without issue. The 28 CPU-attached lanes provide ample connectivity for multiple NVMe drives and other peripherals.

Gaming Performance

No measured FPS data exists for this exact CPU+GPU combination, so the following frame-rate discussion is estimated from benchmark scores and should be treated as approximations. The RTX 3060 Mobile's 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 1,821 and PassMark G3D score of 13,230 indicate mid-range gaming capability. The GPU's 62nd percentile ranking suggests that it competes with the RTX 2060 SUPER, which it edges out by 0.4%, and the Radeon Pro 5700, which it trails by 0.2%.

At 1080p resolution, the GPU should deliver playable frame rates in most titles at high settings, with performance dropping to medium settings for the most demanding games. The 6 GB VRAM capacity is sufficient for 1080p textures, though some modern games with high-resolution texture packs may approach the limit. The 336.0 GB/s memory bandwidth supports smooth texture streaming and reduces stutter in open-world games.

At 1440p, the GPU will struggle to maintain 60 FPS in graphically intensive titles, as the 10.94 TFLOPS FP32 compute throughput is modest by current standards. The 68.40 GPixel/s pixel rate and 171.0 GTexel/s texture rate are typical of a mid-range mobile GPU. The 30 RT cores and 120 tensor cores provide hardware-accelerated ray tracing and DLSS support, which can improve frame rates in supported titles, but the raw compute power limits the effectiveness of ray tracing at higher resolutions.

The CPU's gaming performance is more than adequate for any GPU that would be paired with it. The single-thread score of 1,027 in 3DMark and 1,807 in Cinebench R23 ensure that the 7940HX will not bottleneck the RTX 3060 Mobile in CPU-bound scenarios, and the 64 MB L3 cache reduces memory latency for game logic and physics calculations.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The RTX 3060 Mobile's 62nd percentile ranking and 10.94 TFLOPS FP32 compute mean that 1080p at 144 Hz is achievable in esports titles and older games, but demanding AAA titles will typically run between 60-90 FPS at high settings. The CPU's strong single-thread performance ensures consistent frame pacing.

Streaming: The 16-core CPU provides ample headroom for simultaneous gaming and encoding. The 29,400 Cinebench R23 multicore score means that software encoding with x264 or x265 will not significantly impact game performance, while the GPU's NVENC encoder offers a hardware alternative that frees CPU resources entirely.

Video editing: The 202,883 PassMark integer math score and 121,383 floating-point math score accelerate timeline scrubbing and export times. The 693,741 data compression score helps with codec-heavy workflows, and 32 threads handle multi-track projects with ease.

3D rendering: Cinebench R23's 29,400 multicore score indicates that CPU-based rendering in Blender, Maya, or 3ds Max will complete quickly. The GPU's 5,718 PassMark compute score offers viable GPU rendering in supported engines, though it is not a primary strength.

Software development: The 41,974 encryption score and 51,029 extended instructions score support compilation, cryptographic operations, and code analysis. The 32 threads reduce build times for large codebases, and the 64 MB L3 cache improves iterative compilation performance.

Student and office work: The CPU's 94th percentile ranking is excessive for document processing and web browsing, but the headroom ensures smooth multitasking with many applications open. The integrated Radeon 610M allows basic display output when the discrete GPU is idle, potentially extending battery life.

Build Overview

This is a laptop-class build that pairs AMD's top-tier mobile processor with NVIDIA's mid-range mobile GPU. The AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX is a 16-core, 32-thread Zen 4 processor in the 7000 series, designed for high-performance laptops with a 55 W TDP. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile is an Ampere-architecture GPU with 6 GB of GDDR6 memory and an 80 W TDP, targeting the mainstream gaming segment.

The combined percentile of 78 reflects a system that is stronger in CPU-bound workloads than GPU-bound ones. The CPU's 94th percentile ranking places it among the fastest mobile processors available, while the GPU's 62nd percentile positions it as a capable but not exceptional graphics solution. This imbalance makes the build ideal for productivity users who game occasionally, rather than dedicated gamers who need maximum frame rates.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU's average benchmark score is 69,875, placing it at the 94th percentile among all CPUs. Its nearest rivals — the AMD Ryzen 7 9700F (69,996, 0.2% higher), Intel Core i7-14700KF (70,163, 0.4% higher), AMD Ryzen 9 7950X (69,515, 0.5% lower), and Intel Core i7-14700K (69,355, 0.7% lower) — are all within a percentage point, indicating that the 7940HX delivers desktop-class performance in a mobile package.

The GPU's average benchmark score is 18,159, placing it at the 62nd percentile among all GPUs. Its nearest rivals — the AMD Radeon Pro 5700 (18,189, 0.2% higher), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER (18,093, 0.4% lower), AMD Radeon RX 460 (18,373, 1.2% higher), and Intel Arc A770M (18,383, 1.2% higher) — show that the RTX 3060 Mobile sits in a tight performance cluster with several other mid-range cards.

The combined picture shows a CPU that outperforms the GPU by a significant margin. The CPU's 94th percentile versus the GPU's 62nd percentile means that system-level performance will vary dramatically depending on workload. Multi-threaded productivity tasks will see near-flagship performance, while gaming will be capped by the GPU's mid-range capabilities. The 78th combined percentile reflects this split, with the CPU pulling the overall score up substantially.

GPU Analysis

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile is built on the Ampere architecture using the GA106 chip, manufactured on Samsung's 8 nm process. The chip contains 12,000 million transistors across a 276 mm² die, with a transistor density of 43.5 million per mm². The GPU operates at a base clock of 900 MHz and a boost clock of 1425 MHz, with memory running at 1750 MHz (14 Gbps effective).

Memory configuration consists of 6 GB of GDDR6 on a 192-bit bus, providing 336.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The 3840 shading units, 120 texture mapping units, and 48 raster operation units deliver a pixel rate of 68.40 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 171.0 GTexel/s. Compute performance is rated at 10.94 TFLOPS for both FP32 and FP16 (1:1 ratio), which is modest for modern gaming but adequate for entry-level compute tasks.

The GPU includes 30 RT cores and 120 tensor cores, enabling hardware-accelerated ray tracing and DLSS. These features are present but limited by the GPU's overall compute throughput — ray tracing will be usable at 1080p with DLSS enabled, but not at higher resolutions. The 80 W TDP is moderate for a mobile GPU, and the power connectors are listed as "None," indicating that power is supplied through the motherboard slot.

Benchmark results show a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 1,821, a Geekbench OpenCL score of 79,483, and a Geekbench Vulkan score of 80,344. PassMark results include a G3D score of 13,230, a GPU compute score of 5,718, and DirectX scores of 90 (DX10), 110 (DX11), 58 (DX12), and 146 (DX9). The low DirectX scores relative to G3D suggest that the GPU's performance varies by API, with DX12 showing the weakest result despite the 12 Ultimate feature set.

The GPU's 62nd percentile ranking and average benchmark score of 18,159 place it in the mid-range tier. Its nearest rivals — the Radeon Pro 5700 (0.2% higher), RTX 2060 SUPER (0.4% lower), RX 460 (1.2% higher), and Arc A770M (1.2% higher) — form a tight cluster, indicating that the RTX 3060 Mobile delivers performance comparable to several other mid-range options. For rendering workloads, the GPU's compute capabilities are sufficient for basic tasks, but the 6 GB VRAM limit and 10.94 TFLOPS throughput will constrain complex scenes and high-resolution textures.