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Rate My PC: Intel Core Ultra 7 266V + AMD Radeon 740M

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Intel Core Ultra 7 266V

23,297 Benchmark Score

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70-89

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# Usage Scenarios

The Intel Core Ultra 7 266V combined with the AMD Radeon 740M targets a specific niche in the mobile computing space. The CPU's 76th percentile ranking among all processors places it firmly in the upper-midrange tier, while the GPU's 53rd percentile puts it at the median of all graphics solutions. This pairing suggests a system built for balanced everyday productivity rather than extreme compute workloads.

For high-refresh gaming, the data points to limitations. The GPU's Geekbench Vulkan score of 15568 and OpenCL score of 10172 place it just 0.3% ahead of the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 590 and 0.4% behind the AMD Radeon RX 580. These are older discrete cards, and the 740M is an integrated graphics solution. At 1080p with high refresh rates, the CPU's single-core Cinebench R23 score of 2335 indicates enough processing headroom to feed frames, but the GPU will almost certainly cap frame rates well below 144 FPS in modern titles.

Streaming is a more viable scenario, though not from the GPU side. The CPU's Passmark data compression score of 187050 and data encryption score of 13822 suggest solid encoding throughput for software-based streaming. The 8 cores and 8 threads handle concurrent encoding and gameplay, but the lack of hyperthreading means multitasking during stream overlays could show strain compared to rivals like the AMD Ryzen 7 5800H, which sits just 0.1% ahead in average benchmark score.

Video editing presents a mixed picture. The CPU's Cinebench R23 multicore score of 16544 and Passmark multithread score of 19461 indicate capable rendering performance for 1080p timelines. However, the GPU's FP32 throughput of 2.867 TFLOPS and pixel rate of 22.40 GPixel/s are modest for GPU-accelerated effects. The 12 MB shared L3 cache helps with large media files, but the system-shared memory bandwidth of 136.5 GB/s, while decent for LPDDR5X, is not dedicated VRAM.

3D rendering is workable but not ideal. The CPU's Cinebench R15 multicore score of 1667 and R20 multicore score of 6948 show it can handle CPU-based rendering tasks at a pace comparable to the Intel Core i9-11900F, which trails by 0.2% in average score. The GPU's 4 RT cores support ray tracing in hardware, but with only 8 ROPs and 16 TMUs, the render output is constrained. Long render times should be expected.

Software development benefits from the CPU's strengths. The Passmark single-thread score of 3943 and Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2335 indicate rapid compile times for single-threaded tasks. The floating-point math score of 56923 and integer math score of 41558 provide a balanced profile for varied codebases. The 3 nm process node from TSMC keeps power draw low with a 17 W TDP, extending battery life during long coding sessions.

Student and office work is where this pairing shines most comfortably. The CPU's 76th percentile ranking ensures snappy application launches, while the GPU's 53rd percentile handles office graphics, video playback, and light photo editing without strain. The low TDP of 17 W for the CPU and the integrated nature of the GPU mean the laptop runs cool and quiet, which suits library and classroom environments.

# Benchmark Performance

The CPU benchmarks paint a picture of a highly competent mobile processor. The average benchmark score of 23297 places it at the 76th percentile of all CPUs, a strong showing for a low-power mobile chip. Its closest rival is the AMD Ryzen 7 5800H with an average score of 23277, a delta of just 0.1% — essentially a statistical tie. The Intel Core i9-11900F follows at 23254, 0.2% behind, and the Intel Core Ultra 9 288V scores 23219, 0.3% behind. The AMD EPYC 4124P trails at 23167, 0.6% behind.

Single-core performance is particularly noteworthy. The Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2335 and R20 single-core score of 980 demonstrate excellent per-thread efficiency. The Passmark single-thread score of 3943 reinforces this. These numbers explain why the CPU can compete with desktop-class chips like the i9-11900F despite its mobile form factor and 17 W TDP.

Multi-core workloads show proportional scaling. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 16544 and R20 multicore score of 6948 indicate that the 8 cores scale well, though the lack of SMT means the thread count stays at 8. The Passmark multithread score of 19461 supports this view. The data compression score of 187050 and random string sorting score of 22905 suggest strong memory subsystem performance, while the find prime numbers score of 191 is modest, hinting that integer-heavy mathematical workloads are not this chip's primary strength.

The GPU benchmarks show a mid-tier integrated solution. The Geekbench Vulkan score of 15568 and OpenCL score of 10172 average to 12870, placing the Radeon 740M at the 53rd percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rival, the AMD FirePro W5100, scores 12847 — a 0.2% difference. The Radeon Pro 455 and GeForce GTX 590 both score around 12830, 0.3% behind. Interestingly, the Radeon RX 580 scores 12928, which is 0.4% ahead of the 740M. This places the integrated GPU in the same performance class as several older discrete cards.

The combined percentile of 65 reflects the pairing of a stronger-than-average CPU with an average GPU. This creates a system where the processor leads and the graphics solution trails slightly, a configuration that favors productivity tasks over graphics-intensive workloads.

# GPU Analysis

The AMD Radeon 740M is built on the RDNA 3.0 architecture using the Phoenix2 chip manufactured on a 4 nm process at TSMC. The chip contains 20,900 million transistors on a 137 mm² die, giving a transistor density of 152.6M per mm². It operates with a base clock of 800 MHz and a boost clock of 2800 MHz.

Memory is entirely system-shared, meaning the GPU uses the same LPDDR5X memory as the CPU. The memory bus width is system shared, and bandwidth is listed as system dependent. In this configuration, the CPU's memory bandwidth of 136.5 GB/s is the effective ceiling for GPU memory access. This shared architecture limits texture streaming and frame buffering compared to dedicated VRAM solutions.

The compute unit configuration includes 256 shading units, 16 texture mapping units, and 8 render output units. The pixel rate of 22.40 GPixel/s and texture rate of 44.80 GTexel/s reflect this modest configuration. FP32 throughput is 2.867 TFLOPS, with FP16 running at the same 2.867 TFLOPS in a 1:1 ratio. This suggests that the GPU does not have dedicated FP16 acceleration, which may impact certain compute workloads.

Ray tracing is supported through 4 dedicated RT cores. This is a notable inclusion for an integrated GPU, enabling hardware-accelerated ray tracing in supported games and applications. However, with only 8 ROPs, the ray tracing performance will be limited by the pixel throughput. The GPU supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4, making it feature-complete for modern APIs.

The GPU's power envelope is listed with a TDP of 45 W, which is higher than the CPU's 17 W TDP. This suggests the combined thermal solution must handle a total of 62 W under load. The slot width is listed as IGP, confirming this is an integrated graphics processor with no power connectors and no suggested PSU. The bus interface is PCIe 4.0 x8, which provides adequate bandwidth for an integrated solution.

Benchmark results indicate that the 740M competes with older discrete GPUs. The Geekbench Vulkan score of 15568 and OpenCL score of 10172 place it within 0.4% of the Radeon RX 580, a desktop card from a previous generation. For rendering workloads, the 2.867 TFLOPS of FP32 performance is sufficient for basic 3D work but will struggle with complex scenes. The 4 RT cores provide a foundation for ray-traced rendering, but the overall throughput limits practical use to hybrid rendering pipelines.

# Upgrade Path and Platform

The platform is built around the Intel Core Ultra 7 266V, which uses the Intel BGA 2833 socket. This is a soldered mobile processor, meaning the CPU itself is not upgradeable. The architecture is Lunar Lake, part of the Core Ultra Series 2, manufactured on a 3 nm process at TSMC. The production status is listed as active, with a release date of September 23, 2024.

Memory support is LPDDR5X, with the exact configuration depending on the motherboard. The memory bus is dual-channel, and the system bandwidth is 136.5 GB/s. ECC memory is not supported. The memory is system-shared with the GPU, so the total system memory is also the GPU memory. This means that upgrading memory capacity could benefit both CPU and GPU performance, though the LPDDR5X standard is typically soldered on mobile boards.

PCIe support is Gen 5 with 4 lanes available from the CPU. This is a limited PCIe configuration compared to desktop platforms, which typically offer more lanes. The bus interface for the GPU is PCIe 4.0 x8, which is the connection between the integrated GPU and the system. For external devices like NVMe SSDs, the Gen 5 lanes provide fast storage access, though the lane count limits expansion options.

The power envelope is modest. The CPU TDP is 17 W, and the GPU TDP is 45 W, though as an integrated solution, the actual system power draw depends on the motherboard design. No suggested PSU is listed, which is standard for integrated graphics laptops. The lack of a dedicated PSU requirement means this system is well-suited for thin-and-light laptops with compact power adapters.

A sensible next upgrade for this platform would be increasing system memory, since the GPU shares it. More memory would provide larger frame buffers for the 740M and more headroom for CPU multitasking. Storage upgrades via the PCIe Gen 5 lanes would also benefit load times and data-intensive tasks. However, the BGA 2833 socket means the CPU is fixed, and the integrated GPU cannot be replaced.

# Gaming Performance

The FACT PACK contains no measured FPS data for this exact CPU+GPU combination. All frame rate expectations discussed here are estimates derived from the benchmark scores and should be treated as approximations rather than measured results.

In 1080p gaming at high settings, the GPU's 53rd percentile ranking and its proximity to the Radeon RX 580 (0.4% behind in average score) suggest playable frame rates in older or less demanding titles. The CPU's strong single-core performance, evidenced by the Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2335, should prevent processor bottlenecks in most games. However, the GPU's 8 ROPs and 2.867 TFLOPS of FP32 throughput will limit performance in modern, graphically intensive games to low or medium settings.

At 1440p, the system-shared memory becomes a bottleneck. The 136.5 GB/s bandwidth is shared between CPU and GPU, and the GPU's frame buffer is drawn from the same pool. This will cause performance drops compared to dedicated VRAM solutions. The pixel rate of 22.40 GPixel/s further constrains higher resolutions.

E-sports titles and older games should run well. The CPU's single-thread performance and the GPU's feature set, including DirectX 12 Ultimate support, make it capable of high frame rates in games like competitive shooters and MOBAs. The RT cores enable ray tracing effects in supported games, though at reduced frame rates given the limited ROP count.

The lack of measured FPS data means these estimates carry uncertainty. The benchmark scores suggest a system that can handle light gaming and e-sports comfortably, with more demanding titles requiring settings adjustments. Users expecting high-refresh gaming at maximum settings will find the GPU the limiting factor.

# Who Should Build It

The Intel Core Ultra 7 266V paired with the AMD Radeon 740M targets users who need strong CPU performance in a low-power mobile package. The CPU's 76th percentile ranking makes it suitable for professionals who run demanding productivity applications. The 17 W TDP and 3 nm process node from TSMC ensure long battery life, appealing to students and business travelers.

Content creators working with video and images will find the CPU's multi-core performance sufficient for editing tasks. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 16544 and Passmark multithread score of 19461 indicate the ability to handle 1080p video timelines and photo batch processing. The GPU's 4 RT cores and DirectX 12 Ultimate support enable hardware-accelerated effects, though rendering times will be longer than with discrete GPUs.

Software developers benefit from the CPU's single-thread proficiency. The Passmark single-thread score of 3943 and Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2335 support fast code compilation and responsive IDEs. The data encryption score of 13822 and extended instructions score of 15928 suggest strong cryptography and SIMD performance for security-sensitive applications.

Students and office users are the primary audience for this configuration. The combined 65th percentile ranking means smooth multitasking across office suites, web browsing, and video streaming. The low power draw enables fanless or near-silent operation in study environments. The balanced CPU-GPU pairing handles all standard academic workloads without strain.

Small business workstations could use this pairing for data analysis, accounting software, and customer relationship management tools. The CPU's floating-point math score of 56923 supports spreadsheet calculations and financial modeling. The 8 cores handle concurrent virtual machines or containerized development environments, though the lack of SMT limits thread count.

# CPU Analysis

The Intel Core Ultra 7 266V is a mobile processor from the Core Ultra Series 2, built on the Lunar Lake architecture. It uses a 3 nm process node manufactured by TSMC, which contributes to its low 17 W TDP. The chip has 8 cores and 8 threads, with no hyperthreading — a design choice that prioritizes power efficiency over multi-threaded throughput.

The clock speeds range from a base frequency of 2.20 GHz to a boost clock of 5.00 GHz. This wide boost range indicates strong single-core turbo capability, which explains the excellent single-thread benchmark results. The cache hierarchy includes 192 KB of L1 cache per core, 2.5 MB of L2 cache per core, and 12 MB of shared L3 cache. This cache configuration supports the high single-thread performance by keeping frequently accessed data close to the cores.

Memory support is LPDDR5X with a dual-channel bus, providing 136.5 GB/s of bandwidth. The memory bus is shared with the integrated GPU, so the CPU and GPU compete for the same bandwidth pool. ECC memory is not supported, which is typical for consumer mobile processors. The integrated graphics are the Arc 140V, though this FACT PACK focuses on the AMD Radeon 740M as the primary GPU.

The CPU's benchmark scores reveal its character. The Cinebench R15 multicore score of 1667 and single-core score of 235 show a significant gap between multi-threaded and single-threaded scaling. The R20 scores of 6948 multicore and 980 single-core follow a similar pattern. The R23 multicore score of 16544 and single-core score of 2335 indicate that the 8 cores scale to approximately 7 times single-core performance, which is near-linear for a non-SMT chip.

Passmark scores provide additional insight. The data compression score of 187050 is exceptionally high, suggesting strong memory bandwidth utilization. The data encryption score of 13822 and extended instructions score of 15928 indicate solid cryptographic and SIMD performance. The floating-point math score of 56923 exceeds the integer math score of 41558, showing a bias toward floating-point workloads. The find prime numbers score of 191 is low, indicating that integer division and prime-related calculations are not optimized.

The average benchmark score of 23297 places the CPU at the 76th percentile, with the nearest rival being the AMD Ryzen 7 5800H at 0.1% difference. This rivalry is significant, as the 5800H is a well-regarded mobile processor from a previous generation. The fact that this 17 W chip matches a 45 W+ processor speaks to the efficiency of the Lunar Lake architecture.

# FAQ

Q: What is the CPU's performance percentile and what does it mean?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 7 266V ranks at the 76th percentile of all CPUs, meaning it outperforms approximately three-quarters of processors in the database. Its average benchmark score is 23297, placing it just 0.1% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 7 5800H.

Q: Does the AMD Radeon 740M support ray tracing?

A: Yes, the GPU includes 4 dedicated RT cores, which enable hardware-accelerated ray tracing. However, with only 8 ROPs and 2.867 TFLOPS of FP32 performance, ray tracing will be limited to lower resolutions and settings in practice.

Q: Can this system handle video editing?

A: The CPU's Cinebench R23 multicore score of 16544 and Passmark multithread score of 19461 support 1080p video editing workflows. The GPU's 4 RT cores and DirectX 12 Ultimate support enable hardware acceleration for effects, though the system-shared memory may limit complex projects.

Q: What is the memory bandwidth and why does it matter?

A: The system provides 136.5 GB/s of LPDDR5X memory bandwidth over a dual-channel bus. This bandwidth is shared between the CPU and GPU, since the GPU uses system-shared memory. Higher bandwidth benefits both CPU-intensive tasks and GPU frame buffering.

Q: How does the CPU compare to the AMD Ryzen 7 5800H?

A: The Core Ultra 7 266V has an average benchmark score of 23297, which is 0.1% higher than the Ryzen 7 5800H's 23277. This puts the two processors in a statistical tie, despite the Core Ultra 7 using a 3 nm process and having a 17 W TDP compared to the 5800H's older architecture.

Q: What gaming performance can be expected at 1080p?

A: No measured FPS data exists for this exact combination, so figures are estimates. Based on the GPU's 53rd percentile ranking and its proximity to the Radeon RX 580 (0.4% behind), expect playable frame rates in e-sports and older titles, with modern games requiring medium or low settings.

Q: Is the CPU upgradeable?

A: No. The CPU uses the Intel BGA 2833 socket, which is soldered to the motherboard. The production status is active, but the mobile form factor prevents socket-based upgrades. The GPU is also integrated and cannot be replaced.

# Balance and Bottleneck

The balance between the Intel Core Ultra 7 266V and the AMD Radeon 740M is clearly skewed toward the CPU. With a 76th percentile CPU ranking and a 53rd percentile GPU ranking, the processor is significantly stronger relative to the graphics solution. This creates a system where the GPU becomes the limiting factor in graphics-intensive workloads, while the CPU remains the dominant component in productivity tasks.

In gaming, the bottleneck will almost always be the GPU. The CPU's single-thread performance, evidenced by the Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2335 and Passmark single-thread score of 3943, provides ample headroom for game logic and physics. The GPU's 8 ROPs and 2.867 TFLOPS of FP32 throughput will cap frame rates well below what the CPU can feed. This is a classic case of a strong processor paired with a modest graphics solution.

For productivity workloads, the balance shifts. The CPU's multi-core performance, with a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 16544, handles rendering and compilation tasks effectively. The GPU's role in these workloads is secondary, providing acceleration for effects and previews. In this scenario, the CPU is the primary driver, and the GPU is sufficient for its supporting role.

Memory bandwidth is a shared bottleneck. The 136.5 GB/s of LPDDR5X bandwidth is divided between the CPU and GPU. In gaming, the GPU's system-shared memory accesses compete with CPU memory requests, potentially causing stutters in memory-intensive scenarios. In CPU-heavy workloads, the GPU's memory usage is minimal, leaving more bandwidth for the processor.

The 45 W GPU TDP combined with the 17 W CPU TDP suggests a thermal envelope of approximately 62 W under combined load. This is modest for a laptop, but the shared cooling solution may cause thermal throttling if both components are stressed simultaneously. The GPU's higher TDP relative to the CPU indicates that sustained gaming may be thermally constrained.

# Build Overview

This build combines the Intel Core Ultra 7 266V, a Lunar Lake architecture mobile processor, with the AMD Radeon 740M, an RDNA 3.0 integrated GPU, in a laptop form factor. The build class is explicitly listed as laptop, confirming this is a mobile solution rather than a desktop configuration.

The CPU is manufactured on a 3 nm process at TSMC, with a 17 W TDP and 8 cores running at up to 5.00 GHz. The GPU is manufactured on a 4 nm process at TSMC, with a 45 W TDP and 256 shading units running at up to 2800 MHz. The combined thermal envelope of approximately 62 W suits thin-and-light laptops.

The combined percentile ranking of 65 places this pairing above the median of all CPU-GPU combinations. The CPU's 76th percentile and GPU's 53rd percentile create an unbalanced profile, but the overall tier is respectable for a mobile system. The pairing sits in the upper-midrange of laptop offerings, capable of handling demanding productivity tasks while offering entry-level gaming performance.

The platform is unified under a single memory pool of LPDDR5X, with the GPU using system-shared memory. This design simplifies the laptop architecture but creates a shared bandwidth constraint. The 136.5 GB/s bandwidth is adequate for most workloads, though dedicated VRAM would improve GPU performance.

For users seeking a balanced laptop for productivity, development, and light gaming, this pairing offers a coherent package. The CPU's strength in single-threaded and multi-threaded tasks covers a wide range of professional workloads, while the GPU provides enough graphics power for everyday use and casual gaming. The 3 nm CPU process and low TDP promise excellent battery efficiency, making this a compelling choice for mobile professionals.

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