Ryzen 5 7540U

Details and Benchmarks for AMD Ryzen 5 7540U

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Benchmark Results

Combined benchmark scores based on multiple data points, giving a quick overview of this processor's performance.

Overall Score

Overall score for Ryzen 5 7540U based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

6,204 Rank: 181
Rank Name Score Visual
177 Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX 6,213
+0.1%
178 Xeon W-1350 6,210
+0.1%
179 EPYC 7551P 6,208
+0.1%
180 Core i7-8086K 6,204
+0%
181 Ryzen 5 7540U 6,204
182 Xeon W-1370 6,201
+-0%
183 Core i9-11900T 6,201
+-0%
184 Ryzen Z1 Extreme 6,199
-0.1%
185 Xeon Gold 6430 6,186
-0.3%
186 Xeon W-3345 6,183
-0.3%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Ryzen 5 7540U based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

5,602 Rank: 355
Rank Name Score Visual
351 Core i7-7820X 5,610
+0.1%
352 Ryzen 7 2700X 5,605
+0.1%
353 Xeon Gold 5120T 5,602
+0%
354 Xeon E-2278G 5,602
+0%
355 Ryzen 5 7540U 5,602
356 Ryzen 7 7736U 5,601
+-0%
357 Ryzen 7 6800U 5,600
+-0%
358 Core i9-9900K 5,597
-0.1%
359 Xeon E5-2643 v4 5,595
-0.1%
360 Core i7-10700K 5,595
-0.1%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Ryzen 5 7540U based on single-threaded benchmark results.

6,606 Rank: 95
Rank Name Score Visual
91 Xeon W-1370P 6,635
+0.4%
92 Ryzen 9 3900X 6,633
+0.4%
93 Ryzen 7 8845HS 6,625
+0.3%
94 Core i9-9900KF 6,610
+0.1%
95 Ryzen 5 7540U 6,606
96 Xeon W-1350 6,602
-0.1%
97 Ryzen 7 PRO 5845 6,601
-0.1%
98 Xeon w9-3495X 6,600
-0.1%
99 Core i9-11900K 6,599
-0.1%
100 Core Ultra 7 256V 6,598
-0.1%

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Workload Scores

Performance scores grouped by workload type, normalized and aggregated from multiple raw benchmark results.

Number Crunching

Aggregated score for Ryzen 5 7540U based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

5,048 Rank: 353
Rank Name Score Visual
349 Core i9-9900KF 5,053
+0.1%
350 Xeon Silver 4309Y 5,053
+0.1%
351 Core Ultra 5 125U 5,052
+0.1%
352 Core i9-9900K 5,051
+0.1%
353 Ryzen 5 7540U 5,048
354 Core Ultra 5 135U 5,047
+-0%
355 Xeon E-2288G 5,045
-0.1%
356 Ryzen 5 5500 5,045
-0.1%
357 Xeon E-2278G 5,044
-0.1%
358 Ryzen 7 7730U 5,044
-0.1%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Ryzen 5 7540U based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

5,100 Rank: 372
Rank Name Score Visual
368 Xeon E-2356G 5,106
+0.1%
369 Core i9-11900T 5,104
+0.1%
370 Xeon Gold 5118 5,103
+0.1%
371 Xeon W-2140B 5,101
+0%
372 Ryzen 5 7540U 5,100
373 Ryzen 5 PRO 4650GE 5,099
+-0%
374 Core i7-7820X 5,096
-0.1%
375 Xeon Silver 4214 5,095
-0.1%
376 Xeon E5-4650 v4 5,094
-0.1%
377 Xeon E5-2697 v2 5,094
-0.1%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Ryzen 5 7540U based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

5,061 Rank: 360
Rank Name Score Visual
356 Ryzen 7 PRO 5750GE 5,074
+0.3%
357 Ryzen 7 PRO 6850U 5,074
+0.3%
358 Xeon W-2135 5,068
+0.1%
359 Xeon E-2386G 5,062
+0%
360 Ryzen 5 7540U 5,061
361 Xeon E-2288G 5,059
+-0%
362 Xeon Gold 6128 5,058
-0.1%
363 Xeon Silver 4116 5,055
-0.1%
364 Ryzen Z1 5,054
-0.1%
365 Xeon W-1350 5,051
-0.2%

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Ryzen 5 7540U Details

Ranked #95 in single-core performance with a score of 6606, the Ryzen 5 7540U stands out for its impressive per-core efficiency despite being a mobile processor released in May 2023. While it may not compete with flagship desktop CPUs, its single-threaded performance places it among the top-tier mobile processors, outperforming several high-end Intel Core i9 and Ryzen 9 variants in its class. This strong single-core score suggests it is well-suited for tasks that benefit from high clock speeds and low latency, such as gaming, content creation, and responsive multitasking on laptops.

The processor is built on AMD’s Zen 4 architecture, fabricated on a 4 nm process by TSMC, and features a 6-core, 12-thread configuration enabled by Simultaneous Multithreading. With a base clock of 3.2 GHz and a turbo frequency reaching up to 4.9 GHz, the chip delivers excellent performance per watt, particularly considering its 28 W TDP. The integrated Radeon 740M graphics provide decent visual performance for light gaming and multimedia tasks, supporting up to four display outputs and offering a balance between performance and power efficiency.

In multicore performance, the Ryzen 5 7540U achieves a score of 5602, placing it at #353 overall, which is solid for a mobile processor in its segment. While it lags behind higher-end desktop and workstation CPUs, it competes effectively with other mid-tier mobile processors like the Ryzen 7 7736U and Core i9-9900K. Its 15.259 MiB of L3 cache and dual-channel DDR5 memory support at up to 5600 MT/s contribute to its strong memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, enabling efficient data throughput for memory-intensive applications.

The chip supports a wide range of modern technologies, including AVX2, AVX-512, AES-NI, and AMD-V for virtualization, making it suitable for both productivity and technical workloads. ECC memory support adds a layer of reliability, appealing to users who require data integrity. However, the locked multiplier limits overclocking potential, a trade-off typical for mobile processors.

As of March 2026, the Ryzen 5 7540U remains a compelling option for users seeking a balance of performance, efficiency, and integrated graphics in a thin-and-light laptop. While it is no longer the latest in AMD’s mobile lineup, its strong single-core performance and efficient power delivery make it a reliable choice for everyday computing, casual gaming, and light creative work. Its position in the top 100 of both single-core and multicore rankings confirms its relevance in the mobile market, even as newer models emerge.
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AMD Ryzen 5 7540U

Main Specifications

Designer: AMD
Name: Ryzen 5 7540U
Cores: 6
Threads: 12
Base Frequency: 3200 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 30x (locked)
Core Name: Phoenix
Socket: Socket FP7
Package: FP7, FP7r2
Target Segment: Mobile
TDP: 28 W

Cache Specifications

L1 Cache: 62.464 KiB
L2 Cache: 0.954 MiB
L3 Cache: 15.259 MiB

Memory Specifications

Supported Memory Type: DDR5

Physical Specifications

Process: 4 nm
Die Area: 178 mm²
Manufacturer: TSMC

CPU Features

MMX SSE SSE2 SSE3 SSSE3 SSE4.1 SSE4.2 AVX AVX2 BMI1 BMI2 FMA3 AES F16C SMEP SSE4a SHA AMD-V AVX-512 SMT
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