Ryzen 5 7400F vs Core i9-7940X
Ryzen 5 7400F
Core i9-7940X
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 7400F
Performance Per Dollar Core i9-7940X
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 5 7400F | Core i9-7940X |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($147) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($275) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Raphael (2023−2025) / 5 nm) | ✨ Modern (Skylake (server) (2017−2018) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 5 7400F | Core i9-7940X |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+88%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($147) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($275) |
Performance Check
To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.
Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Ryzen 5 7400F and Core i9-7940X
Ryzen 5 7400F
The Ryzen 5 7400F is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 9 January 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Raphael (2023−2025) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.7 GHz, with boost up to 4.7 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 25,529 points. Launch price was $229.
Core i9-7940X
The Core i9-7940X is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture. It features 14 cores and 28 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 4.4 GHz. L3 cache: 19.25 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2066. Thermal design power (TDP): 165 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 25,452 points. Launch price was $1,399.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 5 7400F packs 6 cores / 12 threads, while the Core i9-7940X offers 14 cores / 28 threads — the Core i9-7940X has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.7 GHz on the Ryzen 5 7400F versus 4.4 GHz on the Core i9-7940X — a 6.6% clock advantage for the Ryzen 5 7400F (base: 3.7 GHz vs 3.1 GHz). The Ryzen 5 7400F uses the Raphael (2023−2025) architecture (5 nm), while the Core i9-7940X uses Skylake (server) (2017−2018) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 5 7400F scores 25,529 against the Core i9-7940X's 25,452 — a 0.3% lead for the Ryzen 5 7400F. L3 cache: 32 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 7400F vs 19.25 MB (total) on the Core i9-7940X.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 7400F | Core i9-7940X |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 12 | 14 / 28+133% |
| Boost Clock | 4.7 GHz+7% | 4.4 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.7 GHz+19% | 3.1 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 32 MB (total)+66% | 19.25 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | 5 nm-64% | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Raphael (2023−2025) | Skylake (server) (2017−2018) |
| PassMark | 25,529 | 25,452 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 5 7400F uses the AM5 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Core i9-7940X uses LGA2066 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 7400F | Core i9-7940X |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM5 | LGA2066 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+67% | PCIe 3.0 |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 5 7400F launched at $150 MSRP, while the Core i9-7940X debuted at $1399. At current prices ($147 vs $275), the Ryzen 5 7400F is $128 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 5 7400F delivers 173.7 pts/$ vs 92.6 pts/$ for the Core i9-7940X — making the Ryzen 5 7400F the 60.9% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 7400F | Core i9-7940X |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $150-89% | $1399 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $147-47% | $275 |
| Performance per Dollar | 173.7+88% | 92.6 |
| Release Date | 2025 | 2017 |
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