AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U
Opinion and specs

Our verdict

High-end

The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U is a high-end processor. It is a low-power chip (28 W) that still performs like the mid-range ones: it draws what an ultraportable draws and performs like a work laptop. It came out in 2024.

It is currently fitted in 4 laptops from €1977, at an average price of €2801.

There is a faster and cheaper option: the Apple M5 10 Core is 12% faster and its entry price is €598 lower.

Frequently asked questions

Is the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U a good processor?

The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U is a high-end processor. It is a low-power chip (28 W) that still performs like the mid-range ones: it draws what an ultraportable draws and performs like a work laptop. It ranks 81 of 277 and delivers 38.1% of what the fastest one on the market does.

What does the U mean in AMD processors?

The U marks AMD's low-power line: 28 W, for thin, quiet laptops with longer battery life.

What year is the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U from?

AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U came out in 2024.

What is the Intel equivalent of AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U?

The closest in performance is Intel Core i5-14450HX.

What integrated graphics does the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U have?

The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U has AMD Radeon 780M integrated graphics.

How much does a laptop with the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U cost?

It is currently fitted in 4 laptops from €1977, at an average price of €2801.

Which alternative is worth it?

There is a faster and cheaper option: the Apple M5 10 Core is 12% faster and its entry price is €598 lower.

Specs

Model 8840U
Manufacturer AMD
L2 cache 8 MB
Family AMD Ryzen™ 7 PRO
L3 cache 16 MB
Boost frequency 5,1 GHz
Cores 8
Threads 16
Frequency 3,3 GHz
Cache 16 MB
Cache type L3
Generation AMD Ryzen PRO 8000 Series

Performance summary

#81 of 277
Relative performance 38.1%
Laptops 4
Price from €1977
Average price €2801

Recommended alternatives

More powerful, also low-power, with a similar starting price

Our pick Apple M5 10 Core 42.8% From €1379 Apple M5 Pro 15 Core 78.4% From €2799 AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 7840U 38.9% From €1972

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