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Rate My PC: AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX + AMD Radeon 890M

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92 / 100
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Top 8% of systems. Capable of 4K Ultra gaming and advanced rendering.

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System Balance Analysis

CPU vs GPU performance ratio
Well Balanced
CPU
97%
VS
GPU
86%
PROCESSOR

AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX

81,103 Benchmark Score
Top 3% Market Ranking
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AMD Radeon 890M

9,210 Benchmark Score
Top 14% Market Ranking
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Market Position

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Budget
0-30
Mid-Range
30-60
High-End
60-85
Enthusiast
85-100
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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

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Basic gaming, older titles, consider upgrading for modern games

720p-1080p Low Older Games

The AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX and AMD Radeon 890M form a laptop-class pairing that sits in the 70th percentile overall, with the CPU ranked in the 95th percentile against all processors and the GPU in the 45th percentile against all graphics solutions. This combination presents a substantial compute core alongside an integrated graphics engine that is capable but not class-leading, and the data shows a system where the GPU is the clear limiting factor for graphics-bound tasks. No measured FPS rows exist for this exact combination in the FACT PACK, so all frame-rate discussion below is estimated from the benchmark scores.

Balance and Bottleneck

The performance balance between these two components is heavily skewed toward the CPU. The Ryzen 9 8940HX delivers a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 32521, placing it in the 95th percentile of all CPUs, while the Radeon 890M’s Passmark G3D score of 8076 lands it in the 45th percentile of all GPUs. This delta of 50 percentile points between CPU and GPU performance indicates that in gaming or graphics-accelerated workloads, the integrated GPU will be the dominant constraint, capping frame rates well below what the processor could feed.

The CPU’s Passmark multi-thread score of 49731 and single-thread score of 3874 show a processor that excels in both heavily threaded and lightly threaded tasks. However, the GPU’s Passmark DirectX 12 score of 37 and DirectX 11 score of 73 suggest that modern gaming APIs will run with limited headroom. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 590 further confirms this, as that benchmark is designed to stress modern graphics hardware, and a score in this range indicates the GPU will struggle with high-fidelity titles at demanding settings.

The bottleneck is not uniform across all workloads. For CPU-bound applications—such as software compilation, data compression, or physics simulation—the Ryzen 9 8940HX will perform at its high level, with the GPU playing little to no role. For graphics-bound tasks, the data indicates that the 890M will limit performance, and the CPU will spend much of its time waiting on the GPU. The Passmark physics score of 2104 and floating-point math score of 113921 are strong indicators of compute throughput, but the GPU compute score of 4157 shows that parallel graphics workloads are far less capable.

The estimated FPS scaling from these scores suggests that lighter esports titles might run at playable rates, while AAA games at high presets will likely see frame rates that are low enough to be noticeable. The GPU’s 45th percentile position relative to rivals like the AMD Radeon Vega 8 (0.1% slower) and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960 (0.7% slower) places it in the same performance band as older discrete graphics cards, meaning it behaves like a mid-range GPU from several generations ago.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The Ryzen 9 8940HX uses the AMD Socket FL1, which is specific to the mobile Dragon Range platform. The CPU supports DDR5 memory with a dual-channel bus and a maximum memory bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s. The integrated Radeon 890M uses system-shared memory, so the memory bandwidth directly affects GPU performance; the data shows that the GPU’s memory bandwidth is "System Dependent," meaning faster DDR5 memory will improve graphics throughput.

PCIe connectivity is Gen 5 with 28 lanes from the CPU, which provides ample bandwidth for NVMe storage and external GPU enclosures, though the Radeon 890M itself is a PCIe 4.0 x8 device. The CPU’s TDP is 55 watts, while the GPU’s TDP is 15 watts, giving a combined thermal envelope of 70 watts that is typical for a laptop-class platform. The suggested PSU field is null, which is expected for a laptop build where power delivery is integrated into the chassis design.

A sensible next upgrade for this platform would be adding faster DDR5 memory, as the GPU relies entirely on system RAM for its frame buffer and bandwidth. The data shows the GPU has no dedicated VRAM—its memory size, type, and bus width are all "System Shared"—so doubling memory speed from standard DDR5 to a higher-bin kit could improve the 890M’s performance, particularly in memory-bandwidth-sensitive tasks like texture streaming at higher resolutions. Beyond memory, the socket FL1 is not designed for CPU upgrades in the traditional sense, as mobile platforms typically lock the processor in place, so the CPU is effectively fixed for the life of the laptop.

The PCIe Gen 5 lanes from the CPU open the possibility of a future external GPU setup, though the 890M’s own PCIe 4.0 x8 interface limits its internal bandwidth. The absence of a suggested PSU figure reflects that this is a laptop-class build where power delivery is proprietary, and users should not expect to swap components like a desktop system.

CPU Analysis

The AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX is a 16-core, 32-thread processor built on the Zen 4 architecture with the Dragon Range codename, manufactured on a 5 nm process by TSMC. It has a base clock of 2.40 GHz and a boost clock of 5.30 GHz, with a TDP of 55 watts. The chip contains 13,140 million transistors across a die size of 2x 71 mm², and it supports DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration.

The benchmark scores paint a picture of a high-end mobile processor. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 32521 places it in the 95th percentile of all CPUs, and its nearest rival, the Intel Core i9-14900KS, has an average score of 81127 with a 0% delta, meaning the 8940HX essentially matches that desktop flagship in aggregate benchmarks. The Intel Xeon w5-3535X shows a 0% delta as well, indicating the 8940HX performs at the same level as a workstation-class Xeon in overall throughput.

Single-thread performance is also strong, with a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1917 and a Passmark single-thread score of 3874. The Passmark data encryption score of 39318 and extended instructions score of 47802 show that the CPU handles cryptographic and SIMD workloads well, which is relevant for developers and security-sensitive applications. The data compression score of 650984 is particularly high, suggesting excellent performance in archiving and database workloads.

The CPU’s 64 MB of L3 cache and 1 MB of L2 per core help feed the 16 cores efficiently, and the 5 nm process node keeps power consumption manageable for a mobile part. The Passmark prime numbers score of 251 and random string sorting score of 75381 are lower relative to the multi-thread scores, but these are specialized tests that don’t reflect typical user workloads. The overall average benchmark score of 81103 aligns with the 95th percentile, confirming that this CPU is a top-tier mobile processor that competes with desktop-class parts.

Who Should Build It

This pairing targets users who need heavy CPU compute but can accept integrated graphics. Gamers playing at 1080p with lower settings will find the 890M’s performance adequate for esports titles, but the 45th GPU percentile means it will not handle AAA games at high presets. The CPU’s 95th percentile makes it ideal for content creators who work with video encoding, 3D rendering, or software compilation, where the 16 cores and 32 threads will dramatically shorten render times.

Developers will benefit from the CPU’s strong multi-thread performance, particularly in build environments that compile large codebases, and the data encryption and extended instruction scores indicate good support for cryptography and SIMD operations. Students and small business workstation users who run productivity suites, spreadsheets, and light coding will find the system responsive, though the GPU will not accelerate graphics-heavy applications like CAD or video editing previews.

The combined 70th percentile places this build above average for all laptop configurations, but the GPU is the weak link. Users who primarily run CPU-bound workloads—data analysis, virtualization, or scientific computing—will see performance that rivals desktop workstations, while those who need gaming or GPU-accelerated rendering should look elsewhere. The Radeon 890M supports DirectX 12 Ultimate, Vulkan 1.4, and OpenGL 4.6, so it can run modern APIs, but the 5.939 TFLOPS FP32 throughput and 16 RT cores are modest by current standards.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU benchmarks show a processor at the top of its class. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 32521 and single-core score of 1917 are both strong, with the multi-core score placing the CPU in the 95th percentile. The Passmark multi-thread score of 49731 and single-thread score of 3874 confirm this, and the average benchmark score of 81103 matches the nearest rival, the Intel Core i9-14900KS, which has an average score of 81127 and a 0% delta.

The GPU benchmarks are more modest. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 590 and Passmark G3D score of 8076 place the GPU in the 45th percentile. The Geekbench OpenCL score of 37254 and Vulkan score of 40808 show reasonable compute performance, but the Passmark DirectX 10 score of 33, DirectX 11 score of 73, and DirectX 12 score of 37 indicate that the GPU struggles with legacy and modern graphics APIs alike. The Passmark G2D score of 979 is average for 2D work, while the GPU compute score of 4157 suggests limited parallel compute capability.

The combined picture is a system that excels at CPU-bound tasks but falls short in GPU-bound scenarios. The CPU’s nearest rivals—the Intel Xeon w5-3535X, Intel Core i9-14900KS, AMD Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395, and Intel Xeon 638—all have delta percentages between 0% and 0.5%, meaning the 8940HX is statistically tied with these processors. The GPU’s nearest rivals—the AMD Radeon Vega 8, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 465, and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 850M—have delta percentages of -0.1% to -1%, showing the 890M is slightly slower than these older discrete GPUs.

GPU Analysis

The AMD Radeon 890M is an integrated GPU based on the RDNA 3.5 architecture, manufactured on a 4 nm process by TSMC with 34,000 million transistors. It has 1024 shading units, 64 TMUs, and 32 ROPs, with a base clock of 400 MHz and a boost clock of 2900 MHz. The GPU includes 16 RT cores for ray tracing, though the absence of tensor cores means it lacks dedicated AI acceleration hardware.

The GPU’s memory is entirely system-shared, with no dedicated VRAM, and its memory bandwidth is system-dependent. This means the GPU’s performance is tied to the speed and capacity of the system’s DDR5 memory, and the 83.2 GB/s bandwidth of the CPU’s dual-channel memory bus is the effective ceiling. The pixel rate of 92.80 GPixel/s and texture rate of 185.6 GTexel/s are modest, and the FP32 throughput of 5.939 TFLOPS (with FP16 at a 1:1 ratio) indicates the GPU can handle compute tasks but at a level below dedicated discrete graphics.

The benchmark scores reflect this positioning. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 590 is low for modern gaming, and the Passmark DirectX 12 score of 37 suggests that the GPU will struggle with DX12 titles. The Geekbench Vulkan score of 40808 is higher, but still places the GPU in the 45th percentile. The GPU’s API support includes DirectX 12 Ultimate, Vulkan 1.4, and OpenGL 4.6, so it can run modern software, but the performance data indicates that rendering tasks will be limited. The 16 RT cores provide ray tracing capability, but with only 5.939 TFLOPS of FP32 throughput, ray-traced scenes will likely run at low frame rates.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The GPU’s 45th percentile and 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 590 indicate that high-refresh gaming is not realistic for this system. Esports titles at low settings might approach 60 FPS, but the Passmark DirectX 11 score of 73 and DirectX 12 score of 37 suggest that modern games will run below that threshold. The CPU can feed frames quickly, but the GPU will cap output.

Streaming: The CPU’s 16 cores and 32 threads provide ample headroom for encoding video while gaming, but the GPU’s limited performance means the game itself will be the bottleneck. The Passmark data compression score of 650984 suggests fast encoding, but the 890M’s 45th percentile means the gameplay will be low-quality at high settings.

Video editing: The CPU’s Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 32521 and Passmark multi-thread score of 49731 will accelerate timeline rendering and export, but the GPU’s 5.939 TFLOPS FP32 and Passmark GPU compute score of 4157 mean GPU-accelerated effects and previews will be slow. Editors working with 4K footage will see CPU-bound tasks complete quickly, but GPU effects will lag.

3D rendering: The CPU’s 32 threads will handle CPU-based renderers like Blender’s Cycles well, with the 95th percentile confirming strong performance. However, GPU-based renderers will be limited by the 890M’s 5.939 TFLOPS, which is far below dedicated GPUs. The 16 RT cores provide some ray tracing, but the low FP32 throughput will result in long render times.

Software development: The CPU’s high multi-thread performance, as shown by the Passmark integer math score of 189221 and floating-point math score of 113921, will speed up compilation and testing. The data encryption score of 39318 is useful for secure coding and cryptography work. The GPU is largely irrelevant for this workload, so the CPU’s 95th percentile is the key factor.

Student and office work: The CPU’s single-thread score of 3874 and the GPU’s Passmark G2D score of 979 are more than sufficient for web browsing, document processing, and spreadsheets. The system’s 70th overall percentile ensures smooth multitasking, and the CPU’s 55 W TDP means the laptop will run cool and quiet during typical office tasks.

Build Overview

This build pairs the AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX, a 16-core, 32-thread mobile processor based on Zen 4, with the AMD Radeon 890M, an integrated GPU based on RDNA 3.5. The build class is laptop, and the combined percentile is 70, placing it above the median for all laptop configurations but below the top tier. The CPU is in the 95th percentile, while the GPU is in the 45th percentile, creating a clear performance imbalance.

The CPU is a top-tier mobile processor that rivals desktop-class chips like the Intel Core i9-14900KS, with a 0% delta in average benchmark scores. The GPU is a mid-range integrated solution that performs similarly to the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960, which is a discrete GPU from several generations ago. This pairing is best suited for users who prioritize CPU compute over graphics performance, such as developers, data analysts, and content creators who work with CPU-based tools.

The system supports DDR5 memory with a dual-channel bus and 83.2 GB/s of bandwidth, and the GPU’s performance is directly tied to that memory. The CPU’s PCIe Gen 5 lanes provide future connectivity options, but the laptop form factor limits upgrades. Overall, this is a CPU-centric build where the GPU is adequate for basic graphics tasks but will bottleneck any demanding visual workload.

FAQ

Q: Does the AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX support ECC memory?

A: No, the FACT PACK lists eccMemory as false for this CPU.

Q: What is the GPU’s memory configuration?

A: The Radeon 890M has no dedicated VRAM; its memory size, type, and bus width are all "System Shared," with bandwidth listed as "System Dependent."

Q: How does the CPU compare to the Intel Core i9-14900KS?

A: The Ryzen 9 8940HX has an average benchmark score of 81103, while the Intel Core i9-14900KS has an average score of 81127, a delta of 0%, meaning they are statistically tied.

Q: What is the CPU’s boost clock speed?

A: The boost clock is 5.30 GHz, with a base clock of 2.40 GHz.

Q: Does the GPU support ray tracing?

A: Yes, the Radeon 890M has 16 RT cores and supports DirectX 12 Ultimate, but its FP32 throughput of 5.939 TFLOPS limits ray tracing performance.

Q: What is the combined performance percentile of this build?

A: The combined percentile is 70, with the CPU at 95 and the GPU at 45.

Q: What memory type does the CPU support?

A: The CPU supports DDR5 memory with a dual-channel bus and 83.2 GB/s of bandwidth.