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In today’s mobile CPU comparison, I’ll compare the Apple M2 vs Ryzen 5 7640U. The M2 is Apple’s entry-level chip from their second-generation Silicon CPUs. On the other hand, the Ryzen 5 7640U is a power-efficient mid-range chip using AMD’s Zen 4 architecture.
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Key Takeaways
- The Apple M2 uses TSMC’s 5nm (N5P) node, while the Ryzen 5 7640U uses TSMC’s 4nm node.
- Performance-wise, the Ryzen 5 7640U proved 13.4% faster in multi-core applications and 13.7% in single-core applications.
Comparison Table
Let’s compare the specifications of the two CPUs to trace the similarities and differences.
| Mobile CPU | Apple M2 | Ryzen 5 7640U |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Apple Silicon | Zen 4 |
| Codename | Tiger Lake | Phoenix |
| Instruction Set | ARMv8 | x86-64 |
| Processing Node | TSMC 5nm (N5P) | TSMC 4nm |
| Socket | Apple-M | FP8 |
| No. of Cores | 8 (4P + 4E) | 6 |
| No. of Threads | 8 (4 + 4) | 12 |
| Base Clock |
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3.5GHz |
| Boost Clock | – | 4.9GHz |
| L1 Cache | 192KB per core | 64KB per core |
| L2 Cache | 16MB (shared) | 1MB per core |
| L3 Cache | – | 16MB (shared) |
| Memory Support |
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| Memory Size | Up to 24GB (Unified) | Up to 256GB |
| PCIe Revision | 4.0 | 4.0 |
| No. of PCIe Lanes | – | 20 |
| Overclocking Support | No | No |
| Integrated Graphics | Apple M2 GPU | Radeon 760M |
| GPU Base Clock | 500MHz | 1500MHz |
| GPU Boost Clock | 1398MHz | 2600MHz |
| No. of Shaders | 1024 | 384 |
| No. of TMUs | 64 | 24 |
| No. of ROPs | 32 | 16 |
| No. of Execution Units | 128 | 6 |
| iGPU Theoretical Performance |
3 TFLOPs | 4.06 TFLOPs |
| Total Graphics Power | 15W | 15W |
| CPU Max Operating Temperature | – | 100°C |
| CPU Base Power | 20W | 15-30W (configurable) Default 28W |
| Price Range (As of Aug 2023) | – | $1099-$2499 |
| Launch Date | June 6, 2022 | May 3, 2023 |
We can see that there are no evident similarities except that both CPUs have 16MB of shared cache. Also, they may have the same 20-watt base power draw.
Architectural Differences
- Instruction Set: The Ryzen 5 7640U consists of the usual x86-64 instruction set while the Apple M2 uses the ARMv8 set.
- Process Nodes: The Apple M2 uses TSMC’s optimized 5nm node named N5P. Conversely, the Ryzen 5 7640U uses the more efficient 4nm process from TSMC.
- Core/Thread Counts: The Apple M2 has 8 cores, including 4 P-cores and 4 E-cores. In contrast, the Ryzen 5 7640U has 6 full-power cores. Regarding the number of threads, the Apple M2 has 8 (4+4), while the Ryzen 5 7640U has 12.
- Clock Speeds: The Apple M2 and Ryzen 5 7640U have the same base frequency (3.5GHz) as far as the full-power cores are concerned. Additionally, the Apple M2 clocks 2.4GHz on its E-cores. Lastly, the Ryzen 5 7640U pushes its cores to an impressive 4.9GHz at boost mode, while the Apple M2 does not support boost frequencies.
- Memory: Firstly, the Apple M2 uses unified memory, while the Ryzen 5 7640U supports the traditional “RAM on motherboard” configuration.
As for memory types, the Apple M2 supports and runs solely on LPDDR5 memory with a speed of 6400 MT/s. In opposition, the Ryzen 5 7640U supports DDR5 (up to 5600 MT/s) and LPDDR5x (up to 7500 MT/s) memory. - Cache: The next question is of cache capacities. Starting with the L1 cache, Apple M2 has 192KB per core, as opposed to 64KB per core of the Ryzen 5 7640U.
Concerning the L2 cache, the Apple M2 has a 16MB pool, while the Ryzen 5 7640U has 1MB for each core. Lastly, the Ryzen 5 7640U has 16MB of shared L3 cache, while the Apple M2 does not have an L3 cache. - TDP: The Apple M2 has a base TDP rating of 20 watts, while the Ryzen 5 7640U has an adjustable TDP (between 15 and 30 watts).
Apple M2 Vs Ryzen 5 7640U: Performance Benchmarks
Let’s compare the two mobile chips in performance.
Cinebench R23
- Starting off with the Cinebench R23 multi-core test, the Ryzen 5 7640U scores 12648 points compared to 8753 of the Apple M2.
- The Ryzen 5 7640U also top-scores in the single-core test with 1778 points, beating the Apple M2’s tally of 1590 points.
Geekbench 5
- Next up is Geekbench 5, in which the Apple M2 scores 9016 multi-core points over 8868 points of the Ryzen 5 7640U — taking a 1.6% lead.
- In the single-core test, the Apple M2 recorded 1938 points, taking another marginal lead over the Ryzen 5 7640U (1884 points).
Similar Read: Apple M2 vs Apple M2 Pro
Geekbench 6
- The last benchmark is Geekbench 6, in which the Apple M2’s score is 9311 points. In reply, the Ryzen 5 7640U accumulated 9197 points.
- Concerning the single-core results, the Ryzen 5 7640U snatches the lead with 2340 points in response to 1747 points of the Apple M2.
Summing Up The Multi-Core And Single-Core Performance
Here is the summary of the multi-core and single-core performance from both CPUs.
- Multi-core Performance: The Apple M2 averaged 9026 points, whereas Ryzen 5 7640U averaged 10237 points over the three tests. Overall, the Ryzen 5 7640U is 13.4% faster than the Apple M2.
- Single-core Performance: Across the three single-core benchmarks, the Ryzen 5 7640U averaged 2000 points compared to the 1758-point tally of the Apple M2. So, in single-core applications, the Ryzen 5 7640U is about 13.7% faster than the Apple M2.
Read: How To Benchmark Your PC/Laptop
Verdict
You’ve reached the end of this Apple M2 vs Ryzen 5 7640U comparison. I found that the Ryzen 5 7640U is faster in both multi-core and single-core applications. However, since the Ryzen 5 7640U-based laptops have yet to launch, it’s hard to estimate which CPU is better value-wise.
However, we do know about the specifications the Ryzen 5 7640U packs, and they are mighty impressive. My benchmarks have shown that it will be a solid power-efficient CPU for mid-range laptops. The only thing AMD needs to do is price this CPU competitively, and it will easily challenge Apple and Intel CPUs in its class.
| CPU | Pros | Cons |
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| Ryzen 5 7640U |
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[Hardware Reviewer]
Hi! I’m Ali Tauseef, and I have been writing for Tech4Gamers since 2022. I love all things computer hardware but am particularly fond of CPUs and motherboards, and I like to stay up-to-date about the latest advancements in these worlds, and when possible, write about it. When I’m not doing that, I like to get into a little FPS action in CS2 or get lost in the vast world of RDR2.
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