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  • Avg. price: ~£330
  • PassMark benchmark result: 50348
  • N. of physical cores: 16
  • CPU boost clock speed: 5.3 GHz

AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

8.1

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%

8.1

Technical Score

10.0%

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User score

Excellent
8.1

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%

8.0

Performance

18.0%

9.2

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

8.1

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

6.2

Power & Thermal

4.0%

8.1

Platform

1.0%

7.6

Integrated Graphics

Excellent
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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

  • 8.2
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    7.4

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    8.3

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    8.5

    CPU boost clock speed

    17.0%

    10

    L3 cache

    8.0%

    6.7

    N. of physical cores

  • 8.1
    Video editing

    Score components:

    45.0%

    7.3

    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    6.7

    N. of physical cores

    20.0%

    10

    CPU threads

    15.0%

    10

    L3 cache

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Verdict

The AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX is a flagship 'Dragon Range' refresh laptop processor launched in April 2025, featuring 16 cores and 32 threads based on the Zen 4 architecture. It operates with a 2.4 GHz base clock and a 5.3 GHz boost clock, supported by a significant 80 MB of total cache (16 MB L2 and 64 MB L3) and a configurable TDP of 55–75W. Built using TSMC's 5nm process for CPU dies, it includes 28 PCIe 5.0 lanes and an unlocked multiplier for overclocking. Main pros include exceptional multi-threaded performance for gaming and content creation, high clock speeds, and support for the latest PCIe standards. However, notable cons include a basic Radeon 610M integrated GPU, lack of a dedicated NPU for AI acceleration, high power draw that limits battery life, and a RAM controller capped at DDR5-5200 speeds.

Technical Specifications of processor AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX

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

8.1
AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX has a technical score of 8.11 points, which is higher than that of 96.1% 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 9 8940HX 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%

8.1

Overall score

40.0%

8.8

Price

8.3
AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX has a quality-to-price ratio of 8.3 points, which is higher than 98.1% 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 9 8940HX 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

FL1
AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX uses the FL1 CPU socket, which is older than that of 60.9% of processors and equal to that of 1.1% 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 9 8940HX 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+

16
AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX has 16 CPU cores, which is more than 91.5% of processors and equal to 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+

32
AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX offers 32 CPU threads, which is more than 95% of processors and equal to 3% 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 9 8940HX 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

5.3 GHz
AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX reaches a boost clock of 5.3 GHz which is higher than that of 92.9% of processors and equal to that of 1.9% 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

16 x 2.4 GHz
AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX has a base clock of 16x2.4 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

5 nm
AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX uses a 5 nm process node, which is more advanced than that of 85.1% of processors and equal to that of 3.2% 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 5 nm
AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX is built on the TSMC 5 nm foundry process, which is more advanced than that of 83.7% of processors and equal to that of 3.2% 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

64 MB
AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX has an L3 cache of 64 MB which is larger than that of 94.6% of processors and equal to that of 2.8% 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

16 MB
AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX has an L2 cache of 16 MB which is larger than that of 89.8% of processors and equal to that of 2.7% 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

1,024 KB
AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX has an L1 cache of 1024 KB which is larger than that of 86.1% of processors and equal to that of 1.4% 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 9 8940HX 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

5,200 MHz
AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX supports memory speeds up to 5200 MHz, which is higher than that of 72.1% of processors and equal to 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

DDR5-5200 MHz
AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX supports JEDEC memory speeds up to DDR5-5200 MHz, which is higher than that of 74.1% of processors and equal to 5.2% 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

5,200 MHz
AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX supports XMP/EXPO memory speeds up to 5200 MHz, which is higher than that of 94.5% of processors and equal to 1.5% of processors.
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

64 GB
AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX supports up to 64 GB of memory, which is more than 28.4% of processors and equal to 27.6% 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 9 8940HX 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 610M
AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX uses the Radeon 610M integrated GPU, which is more advanced than that in 89.3% 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

2
AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX has 2 GPU execution units, which is fewer than 95.6% of processors and equal to 4.4% 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

400 MHz
AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX has an integrated GPU clock of 400 MHz which is higher than that of 73.3% of processors and equal to that of 8% 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

H.264 (HW decode), H.265 (HW decode), AV1 (HW decode)
AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX supports H.264 (HW decode), H.265 (HW decode), AV1 (HW decode) media codecs, which is broader support than 70.1% 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

55 W
AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX has a TDP of 55 W which is higher than that of 63.9% of processors and equal to that of 4.2% 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

55 W
AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX has a base power of 55 W which is higher than that of 64.1% of processors and equal to that of 4.1% 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

75 W
AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX has a boost power of 75 W which is higher than that of 53.7% of processors and equal to that of 0.8% 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 9 8940HX supports configurable TDP. 52.9% of processors support configurable TDP.
cTDP: 55-75 W
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AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX vs the average processor

  • 4.78x higher PassMark score
    AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (50,348 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 9 8940HX has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (50,348 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.50,348 vs 10,532.5
  • 3.38x higher multi-core score
    AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (16,188 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 9 8940HX has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (16,188 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.16,188 vs 4,793
  • 24 more CPU threads
    AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX has more CPU threads than the average processor (32 vs 8). The average processor has 8 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+

    AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX has more CPU threads than the average processor (32 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.32 vs 8
  • 93% higher single-core score
    AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,839 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 9 8940HX has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,839 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.2,839 vs 1,471
  • 10 more CPU cores
    AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX has more CPU cores than the average processor (16 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU 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+

    AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX has more CPU cores than the average processor (16 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.16 vs 6
  • 8x larger L3 cache
    AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX has a higher L3 cache than the average processor (64 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.
    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

    AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX has a higher L3 cache than the average processor (64 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.64 MB vs 8 MB
  • 56.2% better single-core performance
    AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,878 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 9 8940HX has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,878 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.3,878 vs 2,483
  • 23.3% higher boost clock
    AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (5.3 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 9 8940HX has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (5.3 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.5.3 GHz vs 4.3 GHz
  • 5 year/s newer release date
    AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX has a newer release date than the average processor (2,025 vs 2,020).
  • 4.78x higher PassMark score
    AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (50,348 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
  • 3.38x higher multi-core score
    AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (16,188 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
  • 24 more CPU threads
    AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX has more CPU threads than the average processor (32 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
  • 93% higher single-core score
    AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,839 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
  • 10 more CPU cores
    AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX has more CPU cores than the average processor (16 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
  • 56.2% better single-core performance
    AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,878 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • 23.3% higher boost clock
    AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (5.3 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
  • Unlocked for overclocking
    AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX has an unlocked multiplier, the average processor does not.
  • 8x larger L3 cache
    AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX has a higher L3 cache than the average processor (64 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Dragon Range Refresh vs Kaby Lake).
  • 6.4x larger L2 cache
    AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX has a higher L2 cache than the average processor (16 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.
  • 2.33x more L3 per core
    AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX has more L3 cache per core than the average processor (4 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
  • 58.3% smaller process node
    AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX has a lower process node than the average processor (5 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
  • 2.67x larger L1 cache
    AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX has a higher L1 cache than the average processor (1,024 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.
  • More advanced foundry
    AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (TSMC 5 nm vs Intel 14 nm).
  • 2x more L2 per core
    AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX 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.
  • 2.65x more transistors
    AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX has more transistors than the average processor (13.1 billion vs 4.95 billion). The average processor has 4.95 billion transistors.
  • 12 more PCIe lanes
    AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (28 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
  • Newer PCIe version
    AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (5 vs 3.0).
  • Supports memory overclocking
    AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not.
  • 81.7% higher memory bandwidth
    AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX has a higher memory bandwidth than the average processor (83.2 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s). The average processor offers memory bandwidth of 45.8 GB/s.
  • 77.3% higher memory speed
    AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX has a higher maximum memory speed than the average processor (5,200 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.
  • Newer DDR support
    AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR5 vs DDR4).
  • Better integrated GPU
    AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX uses a better integrated GPU than the average processor (Radeon 610M vs Intel UHD Graphics 630).
  • 1 more supported displays
    AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX has more supported displays than the average processor (4 vs 3). The average processor supports 3 displays.

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Overall
Platform
Performance
Cache & Architecture
Memory & PCIe
Integrated Graphics
  • Older TPM support
    AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX supports an older TPM version than the average processor (fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0).
  • 91.7% fewer GPU execution units
    AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX has fewer GPU execution units than the average processor (2 vs 24). The average processor has 24 GPU execution units.
  • Narrower media codec support
    AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX supports fewer media codecs than the average processor (H.264 (HW decode), H.265 (HW decode), AV1 (HW decode) vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)).
  • 22.2% higher base power
    AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX has a higher base power draw than the average processor (55 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
  • 22.2% higher TDP
    AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX has a higher TDP than the average processor (55 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.
  • 91.7% fewer GPU execution units
    AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX has fewer GPU execution units than the average processor (2 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 9 8940HX has fewer GPU execution units than the average processor (2 vs 24). The average processor has 24 GPU execution units.2 vs 24
  • 22.2% higher base power
    AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX has a higher base power draw than the average processor (55 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
    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

    AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX has a higher base power draw than the average processor (55 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.55 W vs 45 W
  • Older TPM support
    AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX 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 9 8940HX supports an older TPM version than the average processor (fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0).fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0
  • 32% more expensive
    AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX is more expensive than the average processor (£330 vs £250).
    AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX is more expensive than the average processor (£330 vs £250).£330 vs £250
  • 22.2% higher TDP
    AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX has a higher TDP than the average processor (55 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.
    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

    AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX has a higher TDP than the average processor (55 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.55 W vs 45 W
  • Narrower media codec support
    AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX supports fewer media codecs than the average processor (H.264 (HW decode), H.265 (HW decode), AV1 (HW decode) 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 9 8940HX supports fewer media codecs than the average processor (H.264 (HW decode), H.265 (HW decode), AV1 (HW decode) vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)).H.264 (HW decode), H.265 (HW decode), AV1 (HW decode) vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)
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What customers like about AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX?

  • Exceptional multi-core performance for gaming and content creation
  • Features 16 cores and 32 threads, offering desktop-class power in a laptop
  • Unlocked multiplier allows for easy overclocking to gain additional performance
  • Support for 28 PCIe 5.0 lanes, enabling high-speed connectivity for GPUs and SSDs
  • Competitive value when bundled in high-performance laptops like the HP Omen or ROG Strix

What customers dislike about AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX?

  • Poor battery life due to high idle power draw from the chiplet design
  • Integrated graphics (Radeon 610M) are very basic and only suitable for light workloads
  • Prone to high operating temperatures, sometimes reaching 100°C under heavy load
  • Limited RAM support compared to rivals, capped at DDR5-5200
  • Lack of advanced modern features like a dedicated NPU or Thunderbolt support

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01/03/2026
AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX - CPU Benchmarks(valid.x86.fr) | March 2026 | CPU-Z Benchmark for AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX (32T)

The AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX is a high-performance 16-core, 32-thread laptop processor based on the "Dragon Range" architecture. Utilizing a 5nm process, it boasts a 5.3 GHz boost clock and 64 MB of L3 cache, designed for demanding, high-TDP gaming and content creation workloads. Key strengths include exceptional multi-threaded performance, support for PCIe 5.0, and an unlocked...Read more

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notebookcheck.net
12/08/2025
Zen 4 at the limit: MSI Crosshair A17 HX gaming laptop with Ryzen 9 8940HX review

The MSI Crosshair A17 HX features a rare, high-performance AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX 16-core processor paired with an Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 (8GB VRAM), delivering robust multi-core capabilities suitable for gaming. Housed in a 2.9 kg chassis with a 180-degree hinge, the device boasts a high-quality, bright 240 Hz QHD+ display with excellent DCI-P3 color coverage, along with good internal...Read more

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cpubenchmark.net
30/03/2026
AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX - CPU Benchmarks

The AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX is a high-performance, 16-core (32-thread) "Dragon Range" refresh processor based on Zen 4 architecture, offering a 5.3 GHz turbo speed and 64 MB L3 cache to rank among the top 15 fastest laptop CPUs in the PassMark database. Key pros include massive multi-core performance for rendering, an unlocked multiplier for overclocking, and 28 PCIe 5 lanes. Cons...Read more

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valid.x86.fr
20/03/2026
CPU-Z Benchmark for AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX (24T): Compare Performance Against Intel Core Ultra Alternatives

The Intel Core i9-14900KS validation, based on a CPU-Z benchmark, showcases a 24-core (8 E) processor achieving a 6.2 GHz boost clock with top-tier single-thread (961) and multi-thread (16,879) scores, outperforming the standard i9-14900K. Pros include unparalleled clock speeds for enthusiasts, a 3% performance edge over the 14900K, and compatibility with existing LGA 1700/Z790...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
06/10/2025
AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX - LaptopMedia

The AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX is a flagship 16-core, 32-thread mobile processor based on the Zen 4 architecture, designed to provide desktop-level performance with a 2.4 GHz base and 5.3 GHz boost clock. Benchmarks indicate top-tier performance in heavy 3D rendering and multi-core tasks, with the added benefit of being unlocked for overclocking and supporting PCIe 5.0. However, the chip...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
11/11/2025
HP OMEN 16 (16-ap0000) Review – Exceptional Cooling

The HP OMEN 16 (16-ap0000, 2025) prioritizes thermal stability and quiet operation, featuring a "thermal masterpiece" cooling system that prevents heavy throttling during gaming. Powered by an AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070, it delivers strong performance for modern titles. While the design is practical and functional, featuring good port selection and 26-key...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
13/11/2025
ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA608, 2025) Review – 14-Hour Battery Life on a Gaming Laptop

The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA608, 2025) delivers exceptional performance for its class, featuring AMD Ryzen AI 300-series processors and high-power NVIDIA RTX 50-series GPUs, supported by efficient cooling. A major highlight is the remarkable 14+ hours of battery life during web browsing, setting a new standard for gaming laptop endurance. The 16-inch 16:10 display option offers great...Read more

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