Apple M1 vs AMD Ryzen 7 8840HS

The Apple M1, with the M1 architecture, was introduced in November 2020 and targets Apple devices like MacBooks and Mac Minis, known for its high energy efficiency.

It is manufactured by Apple using a 5 nm process and features an 8-core CPU (4 performance cores, 4 efficiency cores) as well as an integrated Apple M1 (8 Core) GPU with 16 MB Level 2 Cache and a maximum memory bandwidth of 68 GB/s. In single-core performance, the Apple M1 shows strong results.

For multi-core applications, its performance is below that of its competitor. For gaming, the Apple M1 (8 Core) GPU delivers good results with optimized titles. The M1 is known for its exceptional energy efficiency and low power consumption, enabling fanless or very quiet system designs. It is an integral part of Apple devices and stands out with a highly optimized ecosystem.

The AMD Ryzen 7 8840HS, architecture name Hawk Point (Zen 4), was introduced in the first quarter of 2024 and targets high-performance mobile computers and compact desktop systems.

It is manufactured by AMD using a 4 nm process and offers 8 cores and 16 threads. The integrated AMD Radeon 780M graphics unit with 8 MB Level 2 Cache, 16 MB Level 3 Cache, and a maximum memory bandwidth of 77 GB/s offers superior gaming performance, especially with modern games. In single-core performance, it is often slightly superior to the Apple M1 and demonstrates significantly higher performance in multi-core applications.

Although also efficient, it typically operates in a higher TDP range and is available in laptops and mini-PCs from various manufacturers, offering a competitive price/performance ratio.