AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS
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Released
Q1/2023
AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS

Processor AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS, specifications and benchmarks

37 place in the overall ranking CPUs!
The AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS processor is installed in FP8 socket boards and operates at a frequency of 4.00 GHz. The AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS has a total of 8 / 16 cores. Release date: Q1/2023. TDP is 54 W. This review will provide all the technical specifications and detailed data about the AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS processor. Discover everything to determine whether a game or software will run on AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS.

AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS Specifications

Technical data
CPU Family and Group

This section provides a comprehensive overview of the processors generation and family, explaining the specific market segment it is designed for. It covers key details such as the CPUs position within its product lineup, its intended use cases (e.g., consumer, server, or workstation), and how its generation compares to previous models.

  • Family
  • CPU group
    AMD Ryzen 7040
  • Segment
    Mobile
  • Generation
    6
  • Predecessor
    --
  • Successor
    --
CPU Technical Specs

AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS. This section highlights key performance parameters of the processor, including the number of cores, threads, and clock speeds (base and boost frequencies). These metrics directly impact multitasking capabilities and overall system performance in both single-threaded and multi-threaded applications.

  • CPU Cores / Threads
    8 / 16
  • Core architecture
    normal
  • Cores
    8x Zen 4
  • Hyperthreading / SMT
    Yes
  • Overclocking
    No
  • Frequency
    4.00 GHz
  • Turbo Frequency (1 Core)
    5.20 GHz
  • Turbo Frequency (8 Cores)
    --
IGPU

This section provides details on the integrated graphics capabilities of the processor. It covers the architecture, performance characteristics, and supported technologies (e.g., DirectX, OpenGL), which are essential for systems without dedicated GPUs or for mobile devices that require energy-efficient graphics processing.

  • GPU name
    AMD Radeon 780M Graphics
  • GPU frequency
    1.20 GHz
  • GPU (Turbo)
    2.70 GHz
  • Execution units
    12
  • Shader
    768
  • Max. GPU Memory
    32 GB
  • Max. displays
    4
  • Generation
    10
  • Direct X
    12
  • Technology
    4 nm
  • Release date
    Q1/2023
Hardware codec support

This section covers the built-in hardware codec support for video and image processing. The processor’s ability to handle codecs like H.264, HEVC, and VP9 directly influences its performance in tasks such as video playback, editing, and streaming. This hardware acceleration ensures smoother media handling with lower CPU utilization.

  • h265 / HEVC (8 bit)
    Decode / Encode
  • h265 / HEVC (10 bit)
    Decode / Encode
  • h264
    Decode / Encode
  • VP8
    Decode
  • VP9
    Decode
  • AV1
    Decode / Encode
  • AVC
    Decode
  • VC-1
    Decode
  • JPEG
    Decode / Encode
Memory Specs & PCI

This section breaks down the technical characteristics of the memory supported by the processor, including the types (e.g., DDR4, DDR5), number of memory channels, and maximum supported memory speed. It also covers PCI Express support, which determines the bandwidth available for GPUs, SSDs, and other peripherals, critical for high-performance systems.

  • Memory type
    DDR5-5600LPDDR5X-7500
  • Max. Memory
    256 GB
  • Memory channels
    2 (Dual Channel)
  • Bandwidth
    89.6 GB/s
  • ECC
    Yes
  • PCIe
    4.0 x 20
  • AES-NI
    Yes
Thermal Management
  • TDP (PL1 / PBP)
    54 W
  • TDP (PL2)
    --
  • TDP up
    --
  • TDP down
    35 W
  • Tjunction max.
    100 °C
* see below
Technologies and Extensions

This section explains the underlying technologies that enable the processor to deliver high performance. It includes details about the manufacturing process (e.g., 7nm, 10nm), supported instruction sets (e.g., AVX, SSE), and virtual machine extensions that enhance compatibility and efficiency across various workloads.

  • Technology
    4 nm
  • Chip design
    Monolithic
  • Socket
    FP8
  • L2-Cache
    8.00 MB
  • L3-Cache
    16.00 MB
  • Architecture
    Phoenix (Zen 4)
  • Operating systems
    Windows 10, Windows 11, Linux
  • Virtualization
    AMD-V, SVM
  • Instruction set (ISA)
    x86-64 (64 bit)
  • ISA extensions
    SSE4a, SSE4.1, SSE4.2,FMA3, AVX2, AVX512
  • Release date
    Q1/2023
  • Release price
    --
  • Part Number
    100-000001128
  • Documents
    Technical data sheet
Positions in all rankings

Common positions AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS CPU in popular benchmarks, for comparison with other models.

  • Geekbench 5, 64bit (Single-Core)
    39 place
  • Geekbench 5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    163 place
  • iGPU - FP32 Performance (Single-precision GFLOPS)
    24 place
  • Geekbench 6 (Single-Core)
    38 place
  • Geekbench 6 (Multi-Core)
    75 place

AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS Benchmarks

Performance tests CPU

Compare the benchmark scores of AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS with other processors to gauge its real-world performance across various tasks..

These tests encompass tasks such as mathematical calculations, 3D rendering, cryptocurrency mining, and performance evaluations in both single-core and multi-core modes.

Geekbench 6 (Single-Core)
Geekbench 6 is a benchmark for modern computers, notebooks and smartphones
2637
2629
2618
2617
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Geekbench 6 (Multi-Core)
Geekbench 6 is a benchmark for modern computers, notebooks and smartphones
12460
12448
12448
12447
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Geekbench 5, 64bit (Single-Core)
Geekbench 5 SC is a popular cross-platform performance test for desktop or mobile processors that uses system memory intensively
2002
1990
1990
1974
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Geekbench 5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
Geekbench 5 MC is a popular cross-platform performance test for desktop or mobile processors that uses system memory intensively
11642
11642
11611
11600
AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS
iGPU - FP32 Performance (Single-precision GFLOPS)
The performance of the iGPU - the internal GPU in games

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PL1 - The power limit (in watts) generated by the processor (or GPU) during sustained, standard operation. It represents the typical thermal output during normal workloads.

PL2 - Represents the maximum power limit under heavy load or overclocking conditions. It indicates the thermal output during peak performance.

These values are essential for determining the optimal cooling system and power supply required to maintain stable performance.

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