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  • Avg. price: ~£530
  • PassMark benchmark result: 19840
  • N. of physical cores: 6
  • CPU boost clock speed: 4.9 GHz

AMD Ryzen 5 8640H review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

6.4

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the processor's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best processors on the market.

Score components:

90.0%

6.4

Technical Score

10.0%

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User score

Good
6.4

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the processor's technical performance, covering key areas such as processing performance, core configuration, efficiency, platform support, integrated features, and thermal behavior.

When it matters: When you want to compare processors based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

60.0%

5.8

Performance

18.0%

7.3

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

7.4

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

7.1

Power & Thermal

4.0%

8.3

Platform

1.0%

8.1

Integrated Graphics

Good
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User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the processor.

When it matters: When you want to know how a processor performs in real workloads and how reliable it is for gaming, productivity, and efficiency according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

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User reviews

30.0%

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Popularity

  • 6.5
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    6.6

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    9.0

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    7.3

    CPU boost clock speed

    17.0%

    3.3

    L3 cache

    8.0%

    2.6

    N. of physical cores

  • 3.6
    Video editing

    Score components:

    45.0%

    4.0

    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    2.6

    N. of physical cores

    20.0%

    4.0

    CPU threads

    15.0%

    3.3

    L3 cache

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Verdict

The AMD Ryzen 5 8640H is a mid-range mobile processor from the Hawk Point family, featuring 6 Zen 4 cores and 12 threads with a 3.5 GHz base and 4.9 GHz boost clock. Built on a highly efficient TSMC 4nm process, it includes 16 MB of L3 cache, a default TDP of 28W, and integrated Radeon 760M graphics that support light gaming and up to four displays. Its standout features are the dedicated Ryzen AI NPU delivering up to 16 TOPS for AI-accelerated tasks and support for modern connectivity like USB4 and PCIe 4.0. While it offers excellent power efficiency and single-core responsiveness, it is not overclockable and its integrated graphics may struggle with demanding AAA titles at high settings.

Technical Specifications of processor AMD Ryzen 5 8640H

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the processor's technical performance, covering key areas such as processing performance, core configuration, efficiency, platform support, integrated features, and thermal behavior.

When it matters: When you want to compare processors based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

60.0%

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Performance

18.0%

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Cache & Architecture

10.0%

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Memory & PCIe

7.0%

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Power & Thermal

4.0%

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Platform

1.0%

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Integrated Graphics

6.4
AMD Ryzen 5 8640H has a technical score of 6.43 points, which is higher than that of 72.2% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the processor.

When it matters: When you want to know how a processor performs in real workloads and how reliable it is for gaming, productivity, and efficiency according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the processor.
When it matters: When you prefer to choose a processor reviewed and selected by many other buyers.
1.0
AMD Ryzen 5 8640H has a popularity of 1 points, which is higher than 0% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the processor's overall rating with its cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for a processor with a good balance between performance, efficiency, and price.

Score components:

60.0%

6.4

Overall score

40.0%

7.7

Price

6.8
AMD Ryzen 5 8640H has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.8 points, which is higher than 65.9% of products in this category.
Brand name
What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.
When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

AMD
Processor type
What it is: The kind of system the processor is built for, such as desktop PCs, laptops, workstations, or servers.
When it matters: When you want a processor meant for the kind of machine you are actually building or buying, rather than a chip aimed at a different class of system.

Importance: HIGH

mobile
AMD Ryzen 5 8640H belongs to the mobile processor class, which is more advanced than that of 7.3% of processors and equal to that of 48.6% of processors.
laptop
CPU socket
What it is: The physical socket the processor fits into on the motherboard.
When it matters: When you need to make sure the CPU can actually be installed on a specific motherboard.

Importance: HIGH

FP7
AMD Ryzen 5 8640H uses the FP7 CPU socket, which is newer than that of 48.2% of processors and equal to that of 2.8% of processors.
Chipset
What it is: The motherboard chipset families officially meant to work with the processor.
When it matters: When you are checking whether a CPU will work with the motherboard features and platform you plan to use.

Importance: HIGH

N/A
CPU architecture
What it is: The processor family or design generation behind the chip, such as Zen 4 or Raptor Lake.
When it matters: When you are comparing CPUs across generations and want a clearer sense of their design age, feature level, and expected performance class.

Importance: HIGH

x86-64
AMD Ryzen 5 8640H uses the x86-64 architecture, which is more advanced than that of 1.7% of processors and equal to that of 98.3% of processors.
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N. of physical cores
What it is: The number of physical CPU cores on the processor.
When it matters: When you run workloads that benefit from more real cores.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 8+

6
AMD Ryzen 5 8640H has 6 CPU cores, which is more than 49.9% of processors and equal to 13.4% of processors.
CPU threads
What it is: The total number of processing threads the CPU can handle at once.
When it matters: When you run heavily threaded workloads or multitask a lot.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 16+

12
AMD Ryzen 5 8640H offers 12 CPU threads, which is more than 55.1% of processors and equal to 14.1% of processors.
Threads per core
What it is: The number of threads each physical core can handle at once.
When it matters: When you want to understand how much thread-level parallelism each core can provide in multitasking or heavily threaded work.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: 2

2
AMD Ryzen 5 8640H offers 2 threads per core, which is more than 30.4% of processors and equal to 69.6% of processors.
CPU boost clock speed
What it is: The highest clock speed the processor can reach under boost conditions.
When it matters: When you care about peak speed in short bursts.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >4.7 GHz

4.9 GHz
AMD Ryzen 5 8640H reaches a boost clock of 4.9 GHz which is higher than that of 75.6% of processors and equal to that of 4.6% of processors.
CPU base clock speed
What it is: The processor's normal all-core starting frequency before boost behavior raises clocks temporarily.
When it matters: When you care about steadier performance in longer workloads rather than short burst speed alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

6 x 3.5 GHz
AMD Ryzen 5 8640H has a base clock of 6x3.5 GHz which is equal to that of 100% of processors.
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Semiconductor size
What it is: The manufacturing process node used to produce the processor, usually expressed in nanometers.
When it matters: When efficiency, heat, and the relative modernity of the chip-making process matter to your comparison.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <10 nm

4 nm
AMD Ryzen 5 8640H uses a 4 nm process node, which is more advanced than that of 88.4% of processors and equal to that of 7.5% of processors.
Foundry
What it is: The semiconductor manufacturer that physically fabricates the processor chip.
When it matters: When process source, manufacturing generation, or foundry differences matter to your comparison more than day-to-day performance alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

TSMC 4 nm
AMD Ryzen 5 8640H is built on the TSMC 4 nm foundry process, which is more advanced than that of 87% of processors and equal to that of 7.5% of processors.
L3 cache
What it is: The total amount of L3 cache available on the processor.
When it matters: When you want better performance in cache-sensitive workloads and games.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=16 MB

16 MB
AMD Ryzen 5 8640H has an L3 cache of 16 MB which is larger than that of 64.2% of processors and equal to that of 12.7% of processors.
L2 cache
What it is: The total amount of L2 cache available across the processor.
When it matters: When you want to compare CPU design efficiency and how much fast intermediate cache the cores have available.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=6 MB

6 MB
AMD Ryzen 5 8640H has an L2 cache of 6 MB which is larger than that of 67% of processors and equal to that of 4% of processors.
L1 cache
What it is: The total amount of L1 cache built into the processor, which sits closest to the cores.
When it matters: When you are comparing low-level CPU design details rather than the broader performance picture buyers usually notice first.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=512 KB

384 KB
AMD Ryzen 5 8640H has an L1 cache of 384 KB which is larger than that of 45% of processors and equal to that of 15.8% of processors.
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DDR memory version
What it is: The RAM generation the processor is designed to support, such as DDR4 or DDR5.
When it matters: When you need the CPU to match the kind of memory platform you want to buy or reuse.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: DDR5

DDR5
AMD Ryzen 5 8640H supports DDR DDR5, which is newer than that of 66.4% of processors and equal to that of 12.6% of processors.
Maximum memory speed
What it is: The highest official memory speed supported by the processor.
When it matters: When you choose RAM and want to know the supported speed ceiling.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=4800 MHz

5,600 MHz
AMD Ryzen 5 8640H supports memory speeds up to 5600 MHz, which is higher than that of 79.8% of processors and equal to 4% of processors.
Max memory speed (JEDEC)
What it is: The highest official RAM speed the processor supports under standard JEDEC settings, before any memory overclocking profiles are applied.
When it matters: When officially supported stock RAM speed matters more than XMP, EXPO, or manual memory tuning.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5600 MHz

LPDDR5X-7500 MHz
AMD Ryzen 5 8640H supports JEDEC memory speeds up to LPDDR5X-7500 MHz, which is higher than that of 94.2% of processors and equal to 3.1% of processors.
Max memory speed (XMP / EXPO)
What it is: The highest memory speed supported through XMP or EXPO profiles.
When it matters: When you want faster RAM through memory profiles.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5200 MHz

N/A
Maximum memory capacity
What it is: The largest total amount of memory officially supported by the processor.
When it matters: When you plan a system with very large RAM capacity.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=128 GB

256 GB
AMD Ryzen 5 8640H supports up to 256 GB of memory, which is more than 89.4% of processors and equal to 8.3% of processors.
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Integrated graphics
What it is: Includes built-in graphics, so the system can output video without a separate graphics card.
When it matters: When you want the PC to work without a dedicated GPU, or you are building an office, media, compact, or troubleshooting-friendly system.

Importance: HIGH

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AMD Ryzen 5 8640H includes integrated graphics. 87.6% of processors include integrated graphics.
Integrated GPU model
What it is: The model name of the integrated graphics processor, if present.
When it matters: When you plan to use the CPU's built-in graphics.

Importance: MEDIUM

Radeon 760M
AMD Ryzen 5 8640H uses the Radeon 760M integrated GPU, which is more advanced than that in 94.5% of processors and equal to that in 1.2% of processors.
Integrated GPU execution units
What it is: The number of execution units available in the integrated graphics part of the processor.
When it matters: When you plan to rely on built-in graphics and want a better sense of its light gaming, display, or media capability.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=24

8
AMD Ryzen 5 8640H has 8 GPU execution units, which is fewer than 74.1% of processors and equal to 7.2% of processors.
Integrated GPU base frequency
What it is: The base operating frequency of the integrated GPU.
When it matters: When integrated graphics performance matters to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=350 MHz

800 MHz
AMD Ryzen 5 8640H has an integrated GPU clock of 800 MHz which is higher than that of 90.8% of processors and equal to that of 7% of processors.
Integrated media encoders/decoders
What it is: The hardware media formats the processor can encode or decode directly.
When it matters: When you stream, edit video, or rely on hardware media acceleration.

Importance: LOW

AV1 (HW decode/encode)
AMD Ryzen 5 8640H supports AV1 (HW decode/encode) media codecs, which is narrower support than 61.3% of processors and equal to 1.6% of processors.
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TDP (Thermal design power)
What it is: The rated thermal design power, which gives a general idea of cooling and power needs.
When it matters: When you choose a cooler or build in a tighter case.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <30 W

28 W
AMD Ryzen 5 8640H has a TDP of 28 W which is lower than that of 67.2% of processors and equal to that of 7.2% of processors.
Base power (PL1)
What it is: The sustained power target used for longer CPU loads.
When it matters: When you choose cooling and power delivery for sustained workloads.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <30 W

28 W
AMD Ryzen 5 8640H has a base power of 28 W which is lower than that of 67.2% of processors and equal to that of 6.8% of processors.
Boost power (PL2)
What it is: The short-term boost power limit the processor may draw under heavier turbo loads.
When it matters: When you size cooling and power delivery for peak turbo behavior.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <50 W

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Tau (power duration limit)
What it is: The time limit the CPU can stay at higher boost power before dropping toward sustained power.
When it matters: When you want to understand turbo behavior under longer loads.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=28 s

N/A
Configurable TDP
What it is: Allows the processor to run in alternate power modes instead of being fixed to one default TDP target.
When it matters: When you want more control over heat, noise, and power draw in compact systems, quieter builds, or thermally limited machines.

Importance: LOW

yes
AMD Ryzen 5 8640H supports configurable TDP. 52.9% of processors support configurable TDP.
cTDP: 20-30 W
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AMD Ryzen 5 8640H vs the average processor

  • 43.4% better single-core performance
    AMD Ryzen 5 8640H has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,561 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
    What it is: A benchmark score that reflects single-core CPU performance.
    When it matters: When you care about responsiveness in lighter or older software.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >3200

    AMD Ryzen 5 8640H has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,561 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.3,561 vs 2,483
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    AMD Ryzen 5 8640H uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Hawk Point vs Kaby Lake).
    What it is: The internal core-design codename used for this processor generation.
    When it matters: When you are comparing CPUs at a deeper design level and want to identify the exact architecture behind marketing names.

    Importance: LOW

    AMD Ryzen 5 8640H uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Hawk Point vs Kaby Lake).Hawk Point vs Kaby Lake
  • 4x more memory capacity
    AMD Ryzen 5 8640H has more maximum memory capacity than the average processor (256 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
    What it is: The largest total amount of memory officially supported by the processor.
    When it matters: When you plan a system with very large RAM capacity.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=128 GB

    AMD Ryzen 5 8640H has more maximum memory capacity than the average processor (256 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.256 GB vs 64 GB
  • 14% higher boost clock
    AMD Ryzen 5 8640H has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (4.9 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
    What it is: The highest clock speed the processor can reach under boost conditions.
    When it matters: When you care about peak speed in short bursts.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >4.7 GHz

    AMD Ryzen 5 8640H has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (4.9 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.4.9 GHz vs 4.3 GHz
  • 66.7% smaller process node
    AMD Ryzen 5 8640H has a lower process node than the average processor (4 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
    What it is: The manufacturing process node used to produce the processor, usually expressed in nanometers.
    When it matters: When efficiency, heat, and the relative modernity of the chip-making process matter to your comparison.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: <10 nm

    AMD Ryzen 5 8640H has a lower process node than the average processor (4 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.4 nm vs 12 nm
  • 55.8% more L3 per core
    AMD Ryzen 5 8640H has more L3 cache per core than the average processor (2.7 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
    What it is: The amount of L3 cache effectively available per CPU core.
    When it matters: When you are comparing how much shared cache each core can draw on in deeper technical analysis.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=2 MB/core

    AMD Ryzen 5 8640H has more L3 cache per core than the average processor (2.7 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.2.67 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core
  • Newer PCIe version
    AMD Ryzen 5 8640H supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (4 vs 3.0).
    What it is: The newest PCIe generation the processor can use directly for graphics cards, SSDs, and other high-speed expansion devices.
    When it matters: When you want support for newer GPUs or SSDs, or more bandwidth for high-speed expansion hardware.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: 4.0

    AMD Ryzen 5 8640H supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (4 vs 3.0).4.0 vs 3.0
  • 90.9% higher memory speed
    AMD Ryzen 5 8640H has a higher maximum memory speed than the average processor (5,600 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.
    What it is: The highest official memory speed supported by the processor.
    When it matters: When you choose RAM and want to know the supported speed ceiling.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=4800 MHz

    AMD Ryzen 5 8640H has a higher maximum memory speed than the average processor (5,600 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.5600 MHz vs 2933 MHz
  • 43.4% better single-core performance
    AMD Ryzen 5 8640H has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,561 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • 14% higher boost clock
    AMD Ryzen 5 8640H has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (4.9 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
  • 88.4% higher PassMark score
    AMD Ryzen 5 8640H has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (19,840 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
  • 66.6% higher multi-core score
    AMD Ryzen 5 8640H has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (7,987 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
  • 4 more CPU threads
    AMD Ryzen 5 8640H has more CPU threads than the average processor (12 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    AMD Ryzen 5 8640H uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Hawk Point vs Kaby Lake).
  • 66.7% smaller process node
    AMD Ryzen 5 8640H has a lower process node than the average processor (4 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
  • 55.8% more L3 per core
    AMD Ryzen 5 8640H has more L3 cache per core than the average processor (2.7 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
  • More advanced foundry
    AMD Ryzen 5 8640H uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (TSMC 4 nm vs Intel 14 nm).
  • 2x more L2 per core
    AMD Ryzen 5 8640H has more L2 cache per core than the average processor (1 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core). The average processor provides 0.5 MB/core of L2 cache per core.
  • 5.05x more transistors
    AMD Ryzen 5 8640H has more transistors than the average processor (25 billion vs 4.95 billion). The average processor has 4.95 billion transistors.
  • 2.4x larger L2 cache
    AMD Ryzen 5 8640H has a higher L2 cache than the average processor (6 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.
  • 2x larger L3 cache
    AMD Ryzen 5 8640H has a higher L3 cache than the average processor (16 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.
  • 4x more memory capacity
    AMD Ryzen 5 8640H has more maximum memory capacity than the average processor (256 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
  • Newer PCIe version
    AMD Ryzen 5 8640H supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (4 vs 3.0).
  • 90.9% higher memory speed
    AMD Ryzen 5 8640H has a higher maximum memory speed than the average processor (5,600 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.
  • 4 more PCIe lanes
    AMD Ryzen 5 8640H has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (20 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
  • Newer DDR support
    AMD Ryzen 5 8640H supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR5 vs DDR4).
  • Better integrated GPU
    AMD Ryzen 5 8640H uses a better integrated GPU than the average processor (Radeon 760M vs Intel UHD Graphics 630).
  • 2.29x higher GPU clock speed
    AMD Ryzen 5 8640H has a higher integrated GPU frequency than the average processor (800 MHz vs 350 MHz). The average processor has integrated GPU frequency of 350 MHz.
  • 1 more supported displays
    AMD Ryzen 5 8640H has more supported displays than the average processor (4 vs 3). The average processor supports 3 displays.
  • 37.8% lower base power
    AMD Ryzen 5 8640H has a lower base power draw than the average processor (28 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
  • 37.8% lower TDP
    AMD Ryzen 5 8640H has a lower TDP than the average processor (28 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.

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Performance
Cache & Architecture
Memory & PCIe
Integrated Graphics
Power & Thermal
  • Older TPM support
    AMD Ryzen 5 8640H supports an older TPM version than the average processor (fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0).
  • Narrower media codec support
    AMD Ryzen 5 8640H supports fewer media codecs than the average processor (AV1 (HW decode/encode) vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)).
  • 66.7% fewer GPU execution units
    AMD Ryzen 5 8640H has fewer GPU execution units than the average processor (8 vs 24). The average processor has 24 GPU execution units.
  • Narrower media codec support
    AMD Ryzen 5 8640H supports fewer media codecs than the average processor (AV1 (HW decode/encode) vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)).
    What it is: The hardware media formats the processor can encode or decode directly.
    When it matters: When you stream, edit video, or rely on hardware media acceleration.

    Importance: LOW

    AMD Ryzen 5 8640H supports fewer media codecs than the average processor (AV1 (HW decode/encode) vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)).AV1 (HW decode/encode) vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)
  • 2.12x more expensive
    AMD Ryzen 5 8640H is more expensive than the average processor (£530 vs £250).
    AMD Ryzen 5 8640H is more expensive than the average processor (£530 vs £250).£530 vs £250
  • 66.7% fewer GPU execution units
    AMD Ryzen 5 8640H has fewer GPU execution units than the average processor (8 vs 24). The average processor has 24 GPU execution units.
    What it is: The number of execution units available in the integrated graphics part of the processor.
    When it matters: When you plan to rely on built-in graphics and want a better sense of its light gaming, display, or media capability.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=24

    AMD Ryzen 5 8640H has fewer GPU execution units than the average processor (8 vs 24). The average processor has 24 GPU execution units.8 vs 24
  • Older TPM support
    AMD Ryzen 5 8640H supports an older TPM version than the average processor (fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0).
    What it is: The kind of TPM security support associated with the processor or its platform.
    When it matters: When operating-system requirements, device encryption, enterprise security, or platform trust features matter.

    Importance: LOW

    AMD Ryzen 5 8640H supports an older TPM version than the average processor (fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0).fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about AMD Ryzen 5 8640H?

  • Strong power efficiency leading to 'all-day' battery life for typical office and school work
  • Excellent multitasking performance for web browsing (Chrome), MS Office, and video calls
  • Integrated Radeon 760M graphics perform significantly better than standard Intel integrated solutions
  • Stays relatively cool during normal productivity tasks
  • Integrated AI NPU provides a noticeable boost for generative AI and productivity apps

What customers dislike about AMD Ryzen 5 8640H?

  • Limited for high-end gaming; struggles with high graphics settings in demanding titles
  • Integrated graphics (Radeon 760M) are outperformed by competitors like the Intel Arc Xe 8 in gaming-specific benchmarks
  • Locked multiplier prevents manual overclocking for performance enthusiasts
  • Performance can be heavily capped by the specific laptop's cooling solution and power limits
  • Not intended for heavy 3D rendering or professional video editing software

Expert reviews

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cpubenchmark.net
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cpu-monkey.com
05/02/2026
Intel Core i7-13620H vs AMD Ryzen 5 8640H - Comparison and Benchmarks

The Intel Core i7-13620H (10 cores, 16 threads) and AMD Ryzen 5 8640H (6 cores, 12 threads) are compared, with the Intel chip excelling in raw multi-core performance and multitasking, while the newer 4nm AMD chip focuses on efficiency and integrated AI. The i7-13620H offers superior power for demanding tasks, acting as a "pro" for workstation needs, though it consumes more power...Read more

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12/06/2024
AMD Ryzen 5 8640HS CPU-Z Benchmark - CPU-Z VALIDATOR

The CPU-Z benchmark for the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D on the ASUS ROG Crosshair X870E Hero showcases a high-performance system operating at approximately 5.2 GHz across all cores, positioning it as a top-tier gaming processor. Paired with rapid DDR5 memory, this 8-core, 16-thread CPU demonstrably outperforms competitors like the Intel Core i9-14900K in gaming scenarios by margins of 20%...Read more

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29/03/2026
AMD Ryzen 5 8640HS - CPU Performance Benchmarks

The AMD Ryzen 5 8640HS is a 6-core, 12-thread mobile processor built on the 4nm Zen 4 architecture, featuring a 3.5 GHz base clock that boosts to 4.9 GHz. It notably integrates a Ryzen AI NPU for enhanced generative AI tasks and includes the Radeon 760M iGPU, while supporting high-speed LPDDR5x-7500 RAM and USB 4. Key pros include high energy efficiency with a 28W TDP, strong...Read more

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cpu-monkey.com
04/02/2026
AMD Ryzen 5 8640HS vs AMD Ryzen 5 8640H: Want to compare this processor's benchmarks with its Ryzen 5 8640HS counterpart or an equivalent Intel Core U...

The AMD Ryzen 5 8640HS and 8640H are 4nm "Hawk Point" Zen 4 mobile processors sharing 6 cores, 12 threads, and an AMD Radeon 760M iGPU. The 8640HS offers a slight performance advantage with higher base (3.80 GHz) and boost (5.00 GHz) clocks, along with a higher 54W configurable TDP, while the 8640H is capped at 30W. A key pro for both is efficient integrated graphics, while a con is...Read more

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14/12/2025
AMD Ryzen 5 8645HS vs AMD Ryzen 5 8640H

The AMD Ryzen 5 8645HS and 8640H are 6-core/12-thread mobile processors built on the 4nm Zen 4 "Hawk Point" architecture. The 8645HS acts as the high-performance option, featuring a 4.30 GHz base and 5.00 GHz boost clock, offering a roughly 22.8% base clock advantage over the 8640H, which operates at 3.50 GHz base and 4.90 GHz boost. While both include the Radeon 760M iGPU and Ryzen...Read more

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01/03/2026
AMD Ryzen 5 8640H Benchmarks and Specs

The AMD Ryzen 5 8640H and 7640HS both utilize the 4 nm Zen 4 architecture with 6 cores and 12 threads, but the 7640HS (35–54W) offers higher sustained performance compared to the 28W 8640H. The 7640HS holds a 14–17% advantage in multi-core benchmarks with a higher 4.3 GHz base clock, while the 8640H focuses on efficiency for thinner devices. The primary pro for the 8640H is its...Read more

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15/09/2023
HP Pavilion Aero 13-be2075nd review: lightweight laptop with solid hardware

The HP Pavilion Aero 13-be2075nd is characterized by its exceptionally light, sub-1 kg design and a 16:10 display that provides extra vertical workspace. Powered by AMD Ryzen processors, it offers strong performance for productivity, keeping quiet and cool under load. However, the laptop faces limitations with average battery life, weak gaming performance from the integrated GPU,...Read more

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