AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS Review | 78 Data compared

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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£880
  • Avg. price in US: ~$450
  • PassMark benchmark result: 28426
  • N. of physical cores: 8
  • CPU boost clock speed: 5.1 GHz

AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

6.7

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%

6.7

Technical Score

10.0%

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User score

Good
6.7

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%

6.3

Performance

18.0%

7.3

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

7.7

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

6.9

Power & Thermal

4.0%

8.5

Platform

1.0%

8.6

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%

?

Popularity

  • 6.2
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    7.0

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    6.8

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    7.9

    CPU boost clock speed

    17.0%

    3.3

    L3 cache

    8.0%

    3.5

    N. of physical cores

  • 4.7
    Video editing

    Score components:

    45.0%

    5.5

    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    3.5

    N. of physical cores

    20.0%

    5.2

    CPU threads

    15.0%

    3.3

    L3 cache

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Best prices in UK

    N/A~ £880

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Verdict

The AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS is a high-performance laptop processor from the Phoenix family, featuring 8 cores and 16 threads based on the Zen 4 architecture with a TSMC 4nm process. It operates at a base clock of 3.8 GHz with a maximum boost frequency of up to 5.1 GHz and includes a 16MB L3 cache. Its standout feature is the integrated Radeon 780M graphics based on RDNA 3, which offers 12 compute units and clock speeds up to 2,700 MHz, making it highly capable for 1080p gaming and multimedia tasks. Main pros include exceptional power-to-performance efficiency, support for modern technologies like Ryzen AI for local acceleration, and a configurable TDP typically ranging from 35W to 54W. However, users have reported relatively high idle power consumption that can impact battery life during light tasks, and since the chip is soldered into systems, it is not user-replaceable or overclockable.

Technical Specifications of processor AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS

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%

?

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

6.7
AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS has a technical score of 6.74 points, which is higher than that of 78.8% 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 7 7840HS 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%

6.7

Overall score

40.0%

5.9

Price

6.5
AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.5 points, which is higher than 53% 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

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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 7 7840HS 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.
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

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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

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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 7 7840HS 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+

8
AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS has 8 CPU cores, which is more than 63.4% of processors and equal to 13.6% 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+

16
AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS offers 16 CPU threads, which is more than 71.1% of processors and equal to 13.9% 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 7 7840HS 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

5.1 GHz
AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS reaches a boost clock of 5.1 GHz which is higher than that of 86.1% of processors and equal to that of 4.1% 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

8 x 3.8 GHz
AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS has a base clock of 8x3.8 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 7 7840HS 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 7 7840HS 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 7 7840HS 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

8 MB
AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS has an L2 cache of 8 MB which is larger than that of 73.5% of processors and equal to that of 4.3% 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

512 KB
AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS has an L1 cache of 512 KB which is larger than that of 63.6% of processors and equal to that of 9.5% 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 7 7840HS 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

7,500 MHz
AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS supports memory speeds up to 7500 MHz, which is higher than that of 93.3% of processors and equal to 3.7% 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 7 7840HS 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 7 7840HS 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

yes
AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS 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 780M
AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS uses the Radeon 780M integrated GPU, which is more advanced than that in 95.8% of processors and equal to that in 1.9% 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

12
AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS has 12 GPU execution units, which is fewer than 62.8% of processors and equal to 9.2% 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

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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

H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode), AV1 (HW decode/encode)
AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS supports H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode), AV1 (HW decode/encode) media codecs, which is broader support than 90.7% of processors and equal to 3.4% 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

35 W
AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS has a TDP of 35 W which is lower than that of 51.8% of processors and equal to that of 14.8% 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

35 W
AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS has a base power of 35 W which is lower than that of 51.7% of processors and equal to that of 15.1% 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

54 W
AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS has a boost power of 54 W which is lower than that of 62.1% of processors and equal to that of 4% of processors.
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 7 7840HS supports configurable TDP. 52.9% of processors support configurable TDP.
cTDP: 35-54 W
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AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS vs the average processor

  • 50.1% better single-core performance
    AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,726 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 7 7840HS has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,726 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.3,726 vs 2,483
  • 2.48x higher multi-core score
    AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (11,881 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
    What it is: A Geekbench 6 score that reflects multi-core CPU performance in mixed modern workloads.
    When it matters: When you want a quick picture of multi-core speed in everyday mixed workloads, multitasking, and broadly optimized software.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >8500

    AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (11,881 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.11,881 vs 4,793
  • 18.6% higher boost clock
    AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (5.1 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 7 7840HS has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (5.1 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.5.1 GHz vs 4.3 GHz
  • 2.7x higher PassMark score
    AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (28,426 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
    What it is: A benchmark score that gives a broad idea of overall processor performance.
    When it matters: When you want a quick overall performance comparison.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >19000

    AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (28,426 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.28,426 vs 10,532.5
  • 59.8% higher single-core score
    AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,351 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
    What it is: A Geekbench 6 score that reflects single-core CPU performance in mixed modern workloads.
    When it matters: When you care about snappy everyday performance in lighter apps, browsing, office work, or tasks that do not scale well across many cores.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >2000

    AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,351 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.2,351 vs 1,471
  • 45.7% higher Cinebench R20 single-core score
    AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS has a higher Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (705 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.
    What it is: A Cinebench R20 benchmark score that reflects single-core CPU performance.
    When it matters: When you care about lighter workloads, interface responsiveness, or software that still depends heavily on one fast core.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >600

    AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS has a higher Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (705 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.705 vs 484
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Phoenix 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 7 7840HS uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Phoenix vs Kaby Lake).Phoenix vs Kaby Lake
  • 4x more memory capacity
    AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS 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 7 7840HS 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
  • 3 year/s newer release date
    AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS has a newer release date than the average processor (2,023 vs 2,020).
  • Includes crypto acceleration
    AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS includes crypto acceleration, the average processor does not.
  • 50.1% better single-core performance
    AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,726 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • 2.48x higher multi-core score
    AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (11,881 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
  • 18.6% higher boost clock
    AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (5.1 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
  • 2.7x higher PassMark score
    AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (28,426 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
  • 59.8% higher single-core score
    AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,351 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
  • 45.7% higher Cinebench R20 single-core score
    AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS has a higher Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (705 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.
  • 8 more CPU threads
    AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS has more CPU threads than the average processor (16 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
  • 2 more CPU cores
    AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS has more CPU cores than the average processor (8 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
  • 10 higher clock multiplier
    AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS has a higher clock multiplier than the average processor (38 vs 28). The average processor has a clock multiplier of 28.
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Phoenix vs Kaby Lake).
  • 66.7% smaller process node
    AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS has a lower process node than the average processor (4 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
  • 3.2x larger L2 cache
    AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS has a higher L2 cache than the average processor (8 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.
  • More advanced foundry
    AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (TSMC 4 nm vs Intel 14 nm).
  • 2x more L2 per core
    AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS 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 7 7840HS has more transistors than the average processor (25 billion vs 4.95 billion). The average processor has 4.95 billion transistors.
  • 2x larger L3 cache
    AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS has a higher L3 cache than the average processor (16 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.
  • 16.7% more L3 per core
    AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS has more L3 cache per core than the average processor (2 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
  • 33.3% larger L1 cache
    AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS has a higher L1 cache than the average processor (512 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.
  • 2.56x higher memory speed
    AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS has a higher maximum memory speed than the average processor (7,500 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.
  • 4x more memory capacity
    AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS has more maximum memory capacity than the average processor (256 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
  • 95.6% higher memory bandwidth
    AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS has a higher memory bandwidth than the average processor (89.6 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s). The average processor offers memory bandwidth of 45.8 GB/s.
  • Newer PCIe version
    AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (4 vs 3.0).
  • 4 more PCIe lanes
    AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (20 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
  • Newer DDR support
    AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR5 vs DDR4).
  • Better integrated GPU
    AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS uses a better integrated GPU than the average processor (Radeon 780M vs Intel UHD Graphics 630).
  • 1 more supported displays
    AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS has more supported displays than the average processor (4 vs 3). The average processor supports 3 displays.
  • 22.2% lower base power
    AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS has a lower base power draw than the average processor (35 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
  • 15.6% lower boost power
    AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS has a lower boost power draw than the average processor (54 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.
  • Older TPM support
    AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS supports an older TPM version than the average processor (fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0).
  • 50% fewer GPU execution units
    AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS has fewer GPU execution units than the average processor (12 vs 24). The average processor has 24 GPU execution units.
  • 3.52x more expensive
    AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS is more expensive than the average processor (£880 vs £250).
    AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS is more expensive than the average processor (£880 vs £250).£880 vs £250
  • Older TPM support
    AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS 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 7 7840HS supports an older TPM version than the average processor (fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0).fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0
  • 50% fewer GPU execution units
    AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS has fewer GPU execution units than the average processor (12 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 7 7840HS has fewer GPU execution units than the average processor (12 vs 24). The average processor has 24 GPU execution units.12 vs 24

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Third-party reviews

What customers like about AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS?

  • High power efficiency during intensive tasks, significantly outperforming previous generations like the 6800HS at lower wattages.
  • Excellent multi-core performance for productivity, 3D modeling, and parallel workloads thanks to 8 cores and 16 threads.
  • Features the Radeon 780M integrated graphics, widely considered the best-in-class iGPU for 1080p gaming and media decoding/encoding (AV1, HEVC).
  • Stays relatively cool and quiet under load in most configurations, especially in well-optimized mini PCs and thin-and-light gaming laptops.
  • Provides a balanced performance-to-price ratio compared to higher-end chips like the Ryzen 9 7940HS with only minimal performance trade-offs.
  • Strong support for modern standards including DDR5 memory (up to 5600 MT/s) and PCIe Gen 4.

What customers dislike about AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS?

  • High idle and near-idle power consumption, which can lead to reduced battery life during light tasks like video playback.
  • Locked multiplier prevents traditional overclocking, limiting performance tuning for enthusiast users.
  • Integrated graphics performance is limited to 1080p at low-to-medium settings for demanding AAA titles; not suitable for 1440p or 4K gaming without a dGPU.
  • Real-world performance can be heavily dependent on the laptop manufacturer's specific cooling solution and BIOS power limit configurations.
  • Some users report occasional stuttering or optimization issues in specific software/games, often attributed to early driver versions or Windows power settings.

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cpubenchmark.net
25/03/2026

The AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS is a high-performance 4nm laptop processor from the Zen 4 Phoenix-HS series, featuring 8 cores, 16 threads, and a 3.8 GHz base clock with a 5.1 GHz boost. According to PassMark data, it delivers an average CPU Mark of roughly 28,430, placing it in the top tier of laptop CPUs. Its primary strength lies in the integrated Radeon 780M graphics, which offers...Read more

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openbenchmarking.org
15/09/2023

The AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS is a 4nm "Phoenix" Zen 4 mobile processor with 8 cores, 16 threads, and a 5.1GHz boost clock, positioned in the top 39th percentile of Linux workloads. Its Radeon 780M integrated graphics provide strong 1080p gaming and multimedia capability, while supporting AVX-512 for accelerated AI and encoding. Key advantages include high power efficiency within a 35W-54W...Read more

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phoronix.com
19/01/2024

Tested on the TUXEDO Pulse 14 Gen 3, the AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS is a high-performance 8-core/16-thread Zen 4 laptop processor operating at a 35-54W TDP, offering superior speed over the 7840U. The processor delivers strong Linux performance in AVX-512, code compilation, and technical workloads, while the integrated Radeon 780M graphics remain highly competitive, outperforming Intel Core...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
08/07/2024

The AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS is a high-performance 8-core/16-thread processor based on the 4nm Zen 4 architecture, offering 3.80 GHz to 5.10 GHz clock speeds and 35W-54W power limits. It delivers excellent multi-threaded performance (approx. 17,690 in Cinebench R23) and features the Radeon 780M iGPU, capable of 1080p gaming and AI acceleration via Ryzen AI. Key pros include exceptional...Read more

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notebookcheck.net
26/05/2024

The BOSGAME M1 is a robust, metal-constructed mini PC featuring the AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS processor and Radeon 780M graphics, offering significant, stable multi-thread performance. It stands out with integrated stereo speakers and high serviceability, including accessible DDR5 RAM and NVMe SSD storage. NotebookcheckPerformance, driven by the 7840HS, rivals or exceeds newer, non-AI...Read more

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hardwareluxx.de
22/06/2026

The Beelink GTR7 7840HS is a high-performance mini PC featuring an AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS processor and a quality anodised aluminium chassis, sustained by a robust 65W TDP cooling system. It boasts excellent connectivity with dual 2.5 Gb Ethernet and dual USB4 ports, while integrated Radeon 780M graphics allow for capable 1080p gaming. Despite these strengths, the review notes drawbacks...Read more

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notebookcheck.com
Juli 2023

The Beelink GTR7 serves as a high-performance debut for the AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS, offering significant multi-core gains and strong 1080p gaming performance via the Radeon 780M iGPU. The mini PC features a robust design with a 65W TDP, dual USB4 ports, and a fingerprint sensor, though early units suffered from reliability issues, including random reboots. While it boasts a high-quality...Read more

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heise.de
17/12/2024

The GMKtec NucBox K6, reviewed by heise online, is a high-performance mini PC powered by the AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS processor, featuring impressive Zen 4 architecture and strong integrated Radeon 780M graphics. It delivers excellent computing power for productivity and moderate gaming, while keeping the case cool under load. However, a major drawback is the excessively loud fan, which...Read more

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geekompc.com
24/03/2026

The Geekom comparison details that the Ryzen 9 7940HS and Ryzen 7 7840HS both utilize 5nm Zen 4 architecture with 8 cores, but target different performance tiers. The Ryzen 9 7940HS functions as a 45W flagship with a 5.2 GHz boost, providing superior performance for 3D rendering and creative tasks, though it requires robust cooling. Conversely, the Ryzen 7 7840HS operates at 35W,...Read more

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notebookcheck.biz
27/05/2024

The BOSGAME M1 is a high-performance mini PC featuring an AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS processor and Radeon 780M graphics, offering strong capabilities for multitasking and moderate gaming, although it suffers from a significant design flaw regarding persistently noisy,, low-quality internal Bluetooth speakers. Despite the audio issue, the system provides excellent connectivity, including...Read more

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tomshardware.fr
02/05/2023

AMD's Ryzen 7040HS and 7040H processors, based on the 4nm "Zen 4" architecture, offer significant mobile performance improvements with integrated RDNA 3 graphics and dedicated XDNA AI engines. Benchmarks show the Ryzen 7 7840HS outperforming Intel's 13th Gen Core i7-13700H and i5-13500H in many gaming and application tasks, with the Radeon 780M iGPU providing strong, efficient...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
28/06/2026

The AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS is a 4nm "Phoenix" series processor featuring 8 cores, 16 threads, and a 5.10 GHz boost clock, delivering exceptional multi-core performance for heavy workloads like rendering. Its 35W-54W TDP range provides high-end efficiency suitable for portable designs, accompanied by the capable Radeon 780M integrated graphics for 1080p gaming and a Ryzen AI accelerator....Read more

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tweakers.net
24/06/2024

The Framework Laptop 16, reviewed by Tweakers, centers on unmatched modularity, allowing users to customize, upgrade, and repair components, including swappable expansion ports, input modules, and a removable discrete GPU module. While this approach offers exceptional longevity and repairability (pros), the physical design exhibits minor chassis flex and a less polished,...Read more

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tweakers.net
15/08/2024

The Tweakers.net review of the HP Omen 16-xf analyzes why this mid-range laptop commands a higher price than the budget Victus 16 despite utilizing the same AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS and NVIDIA RTX 4070 hardware, which hits maximum 140W TGP for solid performance. Key advantages over lower-tier models include a sturdier build, superior cooling, a more refined aesthetic, and a superior...Read more

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tweakers.net
04/07/2023

The Beelink GTR7 7840HS is highlighted as the first mini-PC featuring AMD's Zen 4-based Ryzen 7 7840HS processor, delivering a 20% to 30% performance jump over previous generations. It features a sturdy metal housing, dual 2.5G Ethernet, USB4 ports, and a fingerprint reader. The Radeon 780M graphics allow for competent 1080p gaming and efficient video editing, though the 65W power...Read more

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notebookcheck.nl
25/11/2023

The AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS is a high-end 4nm "Phoenix" series laptop processor featuring 8 Zen 4 cores and an integrated RDNA 3-based Radeon 780M GPU, offering significant performance gains. It is highly competitive in multi-threaded tasks, often rivaling previous-generation, higher-wattage, or competing Intel chips, while introducing dedicated Ryzen AI acceleration. Pros include...Read more

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notebookcheck.nl
10/09/2023

The Beelink SER7 is a compact 4x4-inch mini PC featuring an AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS processor and Radeon 780M graphics, capable of sustaining a 65W TDP through an advanced vapor chamber cooling system. Offering high-end performance for 1080p gaming and workstation tasks, the unit features a premium metal chassis, dual USB4 ports, and extensive storage expandability with two PCIe 4.0 M.2...Read more

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