The details make the difference
AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX vs Intel Core Ultra 7 265HX
Comparing 2 of up to 6 processors side by side.
| Metric | ||
|---|---|---|
| Single core | 3,926 | 4,471 |
| Multicore | 52,876 | 47,709 |
| Estimated price | Not listed | Not listed |
| Cores | 16 | 20 |
| Threads | 32 | 20 |
| Performance cores | Not listed | 8 |
| Efficient cores | Not listed | 12 |
| Turbo clock | 5.2 GHz | 5.3 GHz |
| Typical TDP | 55 W | 55 W |
| Socket | AM5 (LGA 1718) | FCBGA2114 |
| First seen | Q1 2024 | Q2 2025 |
How do the benchmark scores compare?
AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX has a PassMark single-core score of 3,926, compared with 4,471 for Intel Core Ultra 7 265HX. Intel Core Ultra 7 265HX has the higher score in this benchmark.
AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX has a PassMark multicore score of 52,876, compared with 47,709 for Intel Core Ultra 7 265HX. AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX has the higher score in this benchmark.
Single-core scores describe one thread; multicore scores describe aggregate CPU throughput. These results do not establish which CPU is faster in every application. Compare platform support and total upgrade cost before buying.
AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX lists AM5 (LGA 1718); Intel Core Ultra 7 265HX lists FCBGA2114. Check the motherboard manufacturer's CPU support list and BIOS requirements. If the required platform changes, include motherboard, memory and cooling costs; the CPU price alone is not the full upgrade cost.
Sources and data freshness
- AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX on PassMark CPU Benchmarks. Data retrieved .
- Intel Core Ultra 7 265HX on PassMark CPU Benchmarks. Data retrieved .
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Benchmark scores do not predict frame rates in a particular game. Typical TDP is a specification, not measured electricity use. A matching socket does not confirm motherboard support; check the manufacturer's CPU support list and BIOS requirements.
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