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Brand:
AMD
Form Factor:
Desktop
CPU Socket:
FP8, FP7r2, FP7
Core/Thread Count:
6C/12T
TDP:
45W
iGPU:
AMD Radeon 760M
CPU Series:
Ryzen 200 Series

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Manufacturer: AMD Last updated: 2026-10-08

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AMD Ryzen 5 240 Review

AMD Ryzen 5 240 laptop processor: 6 cores, 12 threads, 4.3 GHz base, up to 5.0 GHz boost, 16 MB L3 cache, Radeon 760M graphics, NPU up to 16 TOPS, 45 W (35 to 54 W configurable), Zen 4 Hawk Point, 4 nm.

The AMD Ryzen 5 240 is a 6-core, 12-thread laptop processor from the AMD Ryzen 200 Series, launched in 2025. It uses the Zen 4 "Hawk Point" design, boosts up to 5.0 GHz, and has 16 MB of L3 cache, Radeon 760M graphics and an NPU rated at up to 16 TOPS in a 45 W default power envelope. It is common in budget gaming laptops paired with a dedicated GPU.

What the Ryzen 5 240 is

The Ryzen 5 240 is a laptop chip soldered to the motherboard, built for higher-power laptops rather than thin ultraportables. It is part of the AMD Ryzen 200 Series and has 6 full Zen 4 cores and 12 threads, a 4.3 GHz base clock and up to 5.0 GHz boost, with 6 MB of L2 and 16 MB of L3 cache. It runs at a 45 W default power level, configurable from 35 W to 54 W, on a 4 nm process, and supports dual-channel DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory with PCIe 4.0.

Performance in everyday use

The higher power budget lets its six Zen 4 cores hold high clocks for longer than the same core design in 15 W to 28 W laptops, so everyday apps feel fast and longer jobs such as video exports and code builds finish sooner. It is still a 6-core chip, so 8-core laptop processors pull ahead in heavy multi-core work. In gaming laptops it is a sensible match for an entry or midrange dedicated GPU.

Measured results

Cinebench scores

Cinebench 2024, Multi-Core
Median of 3 independently published results.
654
642 to 690.5
Cinebench 2024, Single-Core
Median of 2 independently published results.
102
100.5 to 104
Cinebench R23, Multi-Core
Median of 2 independently published results.
12,602
12,191 to 13,013
Cinebench R23, Single-Core
Median of 2 independently published results.
1,704
1,665 to 1,742

Graphics and AI

The built-in Radeon 760M has 8 graphics cores at up to 2600 MHz. It covers video, external displays and light games on its own, and in gaming laptops the dedicated GPU takes over for demanding games. The chip also has an NPU rated at up to 16 TOPS, with up to 31 TOPS for the whole processor according to AMD, for supported on-device AI features. That is below the 40 TOPS NPU requirement for Copilot+ PC features.

Comparison to Alternatives

The Ryzen 5 240 carries on from the Ryzen 5 8645HS and Ryzen 5 7640HS, the 6-core Zen 4 chips found in many earlier gaming laptops. On the Intel side, it is cross-shopped against the Core 5 210H, Core 5 220H and Core i5-13420H in similar budget gaming models. The Ryzen 5 230 uses the same core design tuned for thin-and-light laptops at lower power. Use the comparison pages below to check each spec side by side.

Should you buy a laptop with it?

Yes, if you want an affordable gaming laptop or a performance laptop with a dedicated GPU. Most gaming performance comes from the graphics card, so compare the GPU and cooling before the CPU. Check for dual-channel memory. If you want a thin laptop with long battery life, a Ryzen 5 230 laptop suits better, and for Copilot+ features look at the Ryzen AI 300 Series.

Our verdict

Reviewed by Burooj Alam. Rated by us, not by users.

Best for

  • Budget gaming laptops with a dedicated GPU
  • Creative and coding work on a performance laptop
  • Everyday use where fast response matters more than battery life

Not for

  • Thin, light laptops built for all-day battery life
  • Heavy multi-core rendering, where 8-core chips finish sooner
  • Copilot+ PC AI features, which need a 40+ TOPS NPU

Specifications

What these specs mean

Identity

CodenameHawk Point
Release Year2025

Segment and platform

Market SegmentLaptop
SocketFP8, FP7r2, FP7
Process Node4 nm

Core configuration

Total Cores6
Performance Cores6
Efficiency Cores0
Total Threads12
SMT EnabledYes

Clock speeds

P-Core Base Clock4.3 GHz
P-Core Boost ClockUp to 5 GHz
Unlocked MultiplierNo

Cache

L2 Cache6 MB
L3 Cache16 MB

Power and thermal

Base Power35-54W

Memory

Memory TypeDDR5 (FP8) , LPDDR5X (FP8) , LPDDR5X (FP7) , DDR5 (FP7r2), 2-Channel

Graphics and AI

Integrated GraphicsYes

Expansion

PCIe GenerationPCIe 4.0
Form FactorLaptop
TDP45 W
iGPUAMD Radeon 760M (8 cores, up to 2600 MHz)

FAQs

Is the AMD Ryzen 5 240 good for gaming?

Yes, as the CPU in a budget gaming laptop. Its six Zen 4 cores at up to 5.0 GHz pair well with an entry or midrange dedicated GPU. How well games run depends mostly on that GPU and on the laptop cooling.

Can you buy the Ryzen 5 240 on its own?

No. It is a laptop processor soldered to the motherboard, so you get it by buying a laptop that uses it, and you cannot upgrade to it later.

What is the difference between the Ryzen 5 240 and Ryzen 5 230?

Both have 6 Zen 4 cores, 12 threads, 16 MB of L3 cache and Radeon 760M graphics. The Ryzen 5 240 runs at a 45 W default power level with a 4.3 GHz base clock and up to 5.0 GHz boost, while the Ryzen 5 230 targets thin-and-light laptops at 28 W.

Does the Ryzen 5 240 have an NPU?

Yes. AMD rates its NPU at up to 16 TOPS, and up to 31 TOPS for the whole processor. That supports some on-device AI features but falls short of the 40 TOPS NPU needed for Copilot+ PC features.

What memory does the Ryzen 5 240 support?

Dual-channel DDR5 up to DDR5-5600 and LPDDR5X up to LPDDR5x-7500. Which one you get depends on the laptop. LPDDR5X is always soldered, so check the memory size before you buy.

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