AMD Ryzen 5 40
Opinion and specs
Our verdict
Entry-levelThe AMD Ryzen 5 40 is an entry-level processor. It is a low-power chip (15 W): the kind that goes into thin, quiet laptops with long battery life. It came out in 2025.
It is currently fitted in a single laptop, which costs $500.
There is a faster and cheaper option: the Intel Core 5 120U is 62% faster and its entry price is $1 lower.
Frequently asked questions
Is the AMD Ryzen 5 40 a good processor?
The AMD Ryzen 5 40 is an entry-level processor. It is a low-power chip (15 W): the kind that goes into thin, quiet laptops with long battery life. It ranks 214 of 277 and delivers 15.0% of what the fastest one on the market does.
What year is the AMD Ryzen 5 40 from?
AMD Ryzen 5 40 came out in 2025.
What is the Intel equivalent of AMD Ryzen 5 40?
The closest in performance is Intel Core i3-N305.
How much does a laptop with the AMD Ryzen 5 40 cost?
It is currently fitted in a single laptop, which costs $500.
Which alternative is worth it?
There is a faster and cheaper option: the Intel Core 5 120U is 62% faster and its entry price is $1 lower.
Specs
| Model | 40 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | AMD |
| L2 cache | 2 MB |
| Family | AMD Ryzen™ 5 |
| Socket | FT6 |
| L3 cache | 4 MB |
| Boost frequency | 4,3 GHz |
| Cores | 4 |
| Threads | 8 |
| Frequency | 2,8 GHz |
| Cache | 4 MB |
| Cache type | L2 & L3 |
Performance summary
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Laptops with AMD Ryzen 5 40:
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