Ryzen 3 7440U
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Ryzen 3 7440U

AMD

PassMark

13,100

3 May 2023 (2 years ago)
28 Watt
Phoenix-U (Zen 4 + Zen 4c) (2023)

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Overview

The Ryzen 3 7440U is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 3 May 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Phoenix-U (Zen 4 + Zen 4c) (2023) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 4.7 GHz. L3 cache: 8 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: 13,100 points. Launch price was $149.

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Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Ryzen 3 7440U specifications and capabilities.

Processing Power

The Ryzen 3 7440U is a 4-core / 8-thread processor based on the Phoenix-U (Zen 4 + Zen 4c) (2023) architecture, manufactured on a 4 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 4.7 GHz from a base frequency of 3 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 8 MB (total) of L3 cache, plus 1 MB (per core) of L2 cache and 64 kB (per core) of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 13,100, placing it in the Budget performance tier as a Recent generation product.

SpecificationRyzen 3 7440U
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units4C / 8T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost4.7 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency3 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture designPhoenix-U (Zen 4 + Zen 4c) (2023)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient4 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores8 MB (total)
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data1 MB (per core)
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache64 kB (per core)
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor137 mm2
Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities20,900 million
Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax)100 °C
64-bit SupportYes
Windows 11 CompatibleYes
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score13,100
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Memory & Platform

The Ryzen 3 7440U fits into the FP7 socket and supports PCIe 4.0. It supports DDR5 memory.

SpecificationRyzen 3 7440U
TypeDesktop or Laptop processorLaptop
SeriesProduct familyAMD Phoenix (Zen 4, Ryzen 7040)
SocketMotherboard socket requiredFP7
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidthPCIe 4.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standardDDR5
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers1
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Power & Cooling

The Ryzen 3 7440U has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 28 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

SpecificationRyzen 3 7440U
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload28 Watt
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)100 °C
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Value Analysis

Performance ranking position: #1135 out of all indexed processors.

SpecificationRyzen 3 7440U
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch$149
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking#1135
Release DateLaunch date3 May 2023 (2 years ago)
Release Year2023
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)AMD
ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC)TSMC

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