Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U vs Ryzen Z2 Extreme

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Passmark Score

23934

Passmark Score

24177

Performance Difference

Ryzen Z2 Extreme is 1.0% faster than Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U

Benchmarks & Performance Comparison

In this CPU comparison, Ryzen Z2 Extreme performs 1.0% better in benchmarks. Below you'll find detailed performance analysis, gaming benchmarks, power consumption data, and specifications to help you decide between Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U and Ryzen Z2 Extreme.

Both processors are popular choices for gaming PCs. Consider factors like core count, boost clock speeds, power consumption (TDP), and gaming vs productivity performance when choosing between these CPUs.

Technical Specifications

Detailed hardware specifications for Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U and Ryzen Z2 Extreme

AMD

Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U

The Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 16 April 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Hawk Point (2024−2025) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.3 GHz, with boost up to 5.1 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: FP7. Thermal design power (TDP): 28 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 23,934 points.

General Information

Type:server
Designer:AMD
Manufacturer:TSMC
Release Date:16 April 2024 (1 year ago)
Architecture Codename:Hawk Point (2024−2025)
Performance Ranking Position:615

Technical Specifications

Cores:8
Threads:16
Die Size:178 mm2
L1 Cache:64 kB (per core)
L2 Cache:1 MB (per core)
L3 Cache:16 MB (total)
Max Frequency:5.1 GHz
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:3.3 GHz
Transistor Count:25,000 million
Process Technology:4 nm

Compatibility

Socket:FP7
Power Consumption (TDP):28 Watt
Max Processors In Config:1

Memory

RAM Types:DDR5
AMD

Ryzen Z2 Extreme

The Ryzen Z2 Extreme is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 6 January 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Strix Point (Zen 5) (2025) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 5 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB. L2 cache: 8 MB. Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: FP8. Thermal design power (TDP): 8 MB + 16 MB. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 24,177 points.

General Information

Type:Para notebooks
Series:AMD Strix Halo/Point (Zen 5/5c, Ryzen AI 300)
Designer:AMD
Release Date:6 January 2025 (less than a year ago)
Architecture Codename:Strix Point (Zen 5) (2025)
Performance Ranking Position:606

Technical Specifications

Cores:8
Threads:16
L2 Cache:8 MB
L3 Cache:16 MB
Max Frequency:5 GHz
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:2 GHz
Process Technology:4 nm

Compatibility

Socket:FP8
Power Consumption (TDP):8 MB + 16 MB

Memory

RAM Types:DDR5

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