AMD Ryzen 5 8540U

The AMD Ryzen 5 8540U, launched in Q1 2024, is a powerful processor tailored for high-performance laptops. Built on the advanced Hawk Point (Zen 4) architecture with a 4nm manufacturing process, this CPU boasts 6 cores and 12 threads, making it ideal for multitasking and demanding applications. With a base frequency of 3.2GHz and a boost up to 4.9GHz, it ensures responsive performance. Integrated AMD Radeon 740M graphics, running between 0.8GHz and 2.5GHz, support a wide range of multimedia and casual gaming needs. The processor supports up to 256GB of DDR5 and LPDDR5 memory, providing ample bandwidth at 120GB/s for smooth operation. Benchmark results highlight its strong performance, particularly in single-core tasks with Geekbench 6 scores of 2402 (single-core) and 7841 (multi-core). This makes the Ryzen 5 8540U a versatile choice for professionals and gamers alike.

AMD Ryzen 5 8540U

AMD Ryzen 5 8540U

AMD Ryzen 5 8540U

The AMD Ryzen 5 8540U, launched in Q1 2024, is a powerful processor tailored for high-performance laptops. Built on the advanced Hawk Point (Zen 4) architecture with a 4nm manufacturing process, this CPU boasts 6 cores and 12 threads, making it ideal for multitasking and demanding applications. With a base frequency of 3.2GHz and a boost up to 4.9GHz, it ensures responsive performance. Integrated AMD Radeon 740M graphics, running between 0.8GHz and 2.5GHz, support a wide range of multimedia and casual gaming needs. The processor supports up to 256GB of DDR5 and LPDDR5 memory, providing ample bandwidth at 120GB/s for smooth operation. Benchmark results highlight its strong performance, particularly in single-core tasks with Geekbench 6 scores of 2402 (single-core) and 7841 (multi-core). This makes the Ryzen 5 8540U a versatile choice for professionals and gamers alike.

General Parameters

Release DateQ1 2024
ManufacturerAMD
TypeLaptop
Instruction Setx86-64
Core ArchitectureHawk Point (Zen 4)
PCI ExpressN/A
PCIE Version4
Integrated GraphicsYes

Test in benchmarks

Performance test of AMD Ryzen 5 8540U in benchmarks

PassMark

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Multi Core-

Cinebench 2024

Cross-platform benchmark reference for high-performance processors

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Multi Core-

Cinebench R23

Cross-platform benchmark reference for high-performance processors

Single Core-
Multi Core-

Cinebench R20

Cross-platform benchmark reference for high-performance processors

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Multi Core-

Geekbench 6

The new version of this benchmark reference emulates common operations often used in real-world applications.

Single Core2402
Multi Core7841

Geekbench 5

The previous version of this benchmark reference emulates common operations often used in real-world applications.

Single Core1700
Multi Core6915

Others

Blender-
iGPU FP321280
Fabrication Process4 nm
SocketFP8
Energy Consumption28 W
Max Temp100ºC

CPU Performance

Main Cores6
Main ThreadsN/A
Main Cores Base Freq.N/A
Main Cores Turbo Freq.4.9GHz
Total Cores6
Total Threads12
Bus FrequencyN/A
MultiplierN/A
L1 CacheN/A
L2 Cache6MB
L3 Cache16MB
Unlocked MultiplierNo

Memory Parameters

Memory TypesDDR5-4800,;DDR5-5600,;LPDDR5-6400,;LPDDR5X-7500
Max Memory256GB
Max. Memory Channels2
Max BandwidthN/A
ECC Memory SupportN/A

GPU Parameters

Integrated GraphicsYes
GPU Base Frequency0.8GHz
Dynamic Max GPU Frequency2.5GHz
Shaders256
Texture UnitsN/A
ROP UnitsN/A
Execution Units4
Energy ConsumptionN/A

Miscellaneous

PCIE Version4
PCIE LinesN/A

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