Ryzen 7 5800X3D vs Ryzen 7 7840HS
Ryzen 7 5800X3D
Ryzen 7 7840HS
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 7 5800X3D
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 7 7840HS
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 7 5800X3D | Ryzen 7 7840HS |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($429) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Vermeer (Zen3) (2020−2022) / 7 nm, 12 nm) | ✨ Modern (Phoenix-HS (Zen 4) (2023) / 4 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 7 5800X3D | Ryzen 7 7840HS |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($429) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
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 7 5800X3D and Ryzen 7 7840HS
Ryzen 7 5800X3D
The Ryzen 7 5800X3D is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 20 April 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Vermeer (Zen3) (2020−2022) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 4.5 GHz. L3 cache: 96 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 7 nm, 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 105 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 28,298 points. Launch price was $449.
Ryzen 7 7840HS
The Ryzen 7 7840HS is manufactured by AMD. It was released in Janeiro 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Phoenix-HS (Zen 4) (2023) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.8 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: FP8. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 28,538 points. Launch price was $299.
Processing Power
Both the Ryzen 7 5800X3D and Ryzen 7 7840HS share an identical 8-core/16-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 4.5 GHz on the Ryzen 7 5800X3D versus 5.1 GHz on the Ryzen 7 7840HS — a 12.5% clock advantage for the Ryzen 7 7840HS (base: 3.4 GHz vs 3.8 GHz). The Ryzen 7 5800X3D uses the Vermeer (Zen3) (2020−2022) architecture (7 nm, 12 nm), while the Ryzen 7 7840HS uses Phoenix-HS (Zen 4) (2023) (4 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 7 5800X3D scores 28,298 against the Ryzen 7 7840HS's 28,538 — a 0.8% lead for the Ryzen 7 7840HS. L3 cache: 96 MB (total) on the Ryzen 7 5800X3D vs 16 MB (total) on the Ryzen 7 7840HS.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 5800X3D | Ryzen 7 7840HS |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 16 | 8 / 16 |
| Boost Clock | 4.5 GHz | 5.1 GHz+13% |
| Base Clock | 3.4 GHz | 3.8 GHz+12% |
| L3 Cache | 96 MB (total)+500% | 16 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core) | 1 MB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 7 nm, 12 nm | 4 nm-43% |
| Architecture | Vermeer (Zen3) (2020−2022) | Phoenix-HS (Zen 4) (2023) |
| PassMark | 28,298 | 28,538 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 16,854 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,962 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 11,898 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 7 5800X3D uses the AM4 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Ryzen 7 7840HS uses FP8 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen 7 5800X3D versus LPDDR5-7500 / DDR5-5600 on the Ryzen 7 7840HS — the Ryzen 7 7840HS supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Ryzen 7 7840HS supports up to 256 GB of RAM compared to 128 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 24 (Ryzen 7 5800X3D) vs 20 (Ryzen 7 7840HS) — the Ryzen 7 5800X3D offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: AMD 500 series,AMD 400 series (Ryzen 7 5800X3D) and FP7,FP7r2,FP8 (Ryzen 7 7840HS).
| Feature | Ryzen 7 5800X3D | Ryzen 7 7840HS |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 | FP8 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-3200 | LPDDR5-7500 / DDR5-5600+25% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 GB | 256 GB+100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 24+20% | 20 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Ryzen 7 5800X3D) / AMD-V, SVM (Ryzen 7 7840HS). The Ryzen 7 7840HS includes integrated graphics (Radeon 780M), while the Ryzen 7 5800X3D requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen 7 7840HS targets High-performance Laptop / Mini-PC. Direct competitor: Ryzen 7 7840HS rivals Core i7-13700H.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 5800X3D | Ryzen 7 7840HS |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Radeon 780M |
| Unlocked | — | Yes |
| AVX-512 | — | Yes |
| Virtualization | — | AMD-V, SVM |
| Target Use | — | High-performance Laptop / Mini-PC |
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