Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395 vs Ryzen 9 8940HX
Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395
Ryzen 9 8940HX
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 9 8940HX
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395 | Ryzen 9 8940HX |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Strix Halo (2025) / 4 nm) | ✨ Modern (Dragon Range (2025) / 5 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395 | Ryzen 9 8940HX |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
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 AI Max+ PRO 395 and Ryzen 9 8940HX
Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395
The Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2025-01-01. It is based on the Strix Halo (2025) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 5.1 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: FP11. Thermal design power (TDP): 55 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 51,646 points. Launch price was $500.
Ryzen 9 8940HX
The Ryzen 9 8940HX is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 23 April 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Dragon Range (2025) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 5.3 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm process technology. Socket: FL1. Thermal design power (TDP): 55 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 51,161 points. Launch price was $499.
Processing Power
Both the Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395 and Ryzen 9 8940HX share an identical 16-core/32-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 5.1 GHz on the Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395 versus 5.3 GHz on the Ryzen 9 8940HX — a 3.8% clock advantage for the Ryzen 9 8940HX (base: 3 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395 uses the Strix Halo (2025) architecture (4 nm), while the Ryzen 9 8940HX uses Dragon Range (2025) (5 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395 scores 51,646 against the Ryzen 9 8940HX's 51,161 — a 0.9% lead for the Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395. Both processors carry 64 MB (total) of L3 cache.
| Feature | Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395 | Ryzen 9 8940HX |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 16 / 32 | 16 / 32 |
| Boost Clock | 5.1 GHz | 5.3 GHz+4% |
| Base Clock | 3 GHz+25% | 2.4 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 64 MB (total) | 64 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | 4 nm-20% | 5 nm |
| Architecture | Strix Halo (2025) | Dragon Range (2025) |
| PassMark | 51,646 | 51,161 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 2,800 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 16,000 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395 uses the FP11 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Ryzen 9 8940HX uses FL1 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 8000 on the Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395 versus DDR5-5200 on the Ryzen 9 8940HX — the Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395 supports 199.8% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395 supports up to 128 of RAM compared to 64 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 4 (Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395) vs 2 (Ryzen 9 8940HX). PCIe lanes: 16 (Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395) vs 28 (Ryzen 9 8940HX) — the Ryzen 9 8940HX offers 12 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: FP11 (Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395) and AMD FL1 (Ryzen 9 8940HX).
| Feature | Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395 | Ryzen 9 8940HX |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FP11 | FL1 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 5.0+25% |
| Max RAM Speed | 8000+159900% | DDR5-5200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 | 64 GB+52428700% |
| RAM Channels | 4+100% | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 28+75% |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395 has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Both support AVX-512 instructions, benefiting scientific computing, AI inference, and encryption workloads. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V (Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395) vs true (Ryzen 9 8940HX). Both include integrated graphics — AMD Radeon 8060S (Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395) and Radeon 610M (Ryzen 9 8940HX) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395 rivals Core Ultra 7 255HX.
| Feature | Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395 | Ryzen 9 8940HX |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | AMD Radeon 8060S | Radeon 610M |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V | true |
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