Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) has unveiled four new processors under the Ryzen 7040U, based on the current-gen Zen 4 architecture. Designed specifically for thin and light laptops, these chips are touted to outperform the competition, namely Apple and Intel.
AMD’s new line is led by the Ryzen 7 7840U, paired with Radeon 780M graphics and Ryzen AI using the XDNA architecture, but the other processors are no less impressive.
Introducing the Ryzen 7040U Chips
Earlier this year at CES, AMD teased the Ryzen 7040U processors but did not reveal their specifications. The series, code-named “Phoenix,” includes four processors: Ryzen 7 7840U, Ryzen 5 7640U, Ryzen 5 7540U, and Ryzen 3 7440U. As per AMD’s naming convention, the “U” in their name should confirm a thermal design power (TDP) of 15-30 watts.
RDNA3-Based Radeon 780M iGPU Powers All Four Chips
The RDNA3-based Radeon 780M iGPU powers all four Ryzen 7040U chips, offering improved performance and power efficiency. AMD confidently compares its top-tier Phoenix CPU, Ryzen 7 7840U, with Intel’s Raptor Lake-based Core i7-1360p, boasting performance advantages ranging from 29% to an impressive 128% across various workloads. Moreover, the Ryzen 7 7840U chip is claimed to be 5% to 75% faster than the Apple M2 found in the 13-inch MacBook Pro.
Ryzen AI Acceleration for Improved Efficiency
These new chips from AMD also come with Ryzen AI acceleration, which helps lighten the workload on the main compute units by handling certain tasks. AMD highlights improved efficiency, aiming to offer laptops with the longest possible battery life, although specific estimates have not been provided. Major manufacturers are expected to announce laptops based on these chips in the upcoming weeks, although we’re still waiting for details on availability.
Final Words
Overall, AMD’s new Ryzen 7040U chips are a promising addition to the company’s processor lineup. These processors are designed for ultra-slim laptops and are expected to offer top-notch performance and power efficiency. AMD’s confidence in these new chips, coupled with its bold claims against Apple and Intel, make them an exciting development in the processor market. We look forward to seeing what laptops major manufacturers release based on these new chips.
