Key Takeaways
1. Systems with the Ryzen 7 H 255 CPU, like the GMK NucBox K12, are becoming more common but may not offer significant advantages over older models.
2. The Ryzen 7 H 255 performs similarly to the Ryzen 7 7840HS, Ryzen 9 7940HS, and Ryzen 9 8845HS, raising questions about the number of processor models available.
3. All tested CPUs have the same core/thread counts and integrated graphics, with the Ryzen 7 H 255 being a relabeled last-gen Zen 4 chip.
4. The Ryzen 7 7840HS offers better performance for the price, making it a cost-effective choice for home theater PC or 4K streaming tasks.
5. The naming system for AMD CPUs has changed, complicating the buying process for consumers unfamiliar with the updates.
Systems with the Ryzen 7 H 255 CPU, like the GMK NucBox K12, are starting to pop up more often. After testing a few of these systems, buyers might want to think about older and often less expensive options like the Ryzen 7 7840HS, Ryzen 9 7940HS, or even the Ryzen 9 7940HS. The performance is quite similar to the Ryzen 9 8845HS, which raises the question of whether there are too many processor models with not much difference between them.
Performance Insights
Our tests indicate that the Ryzen 7 H 255 operates nearly identically to the other mentioned options. All four CPUs have the same core and thread counts, cache sizes, integrated Radeon 780M graphics, and they all lack an NPU. The Ryzen 7 H 255 is essentially just a relabeled last-gen Zen 4 chip, despite being released amidst a range of quicker and more efficient Zen 5 alternatives.
Value for Money
In general, the performance remains strong for most home theater PC (HTPC) or 4K streaming tasks, especially when you compare it to older mini PCs with Iris Xe or Radeon RX Vega graphics. For those looking to save some cash, the almost 3-year-old Ryzen 7 7840HS can provide better performance for the price. The naming system for AMD CPUs has shifted since the Ryzen 7 7840HS days, making it tougher for buyers who might not be up to speed with the latest changes.
Further Readings
For additional benchmarks and comparisons regarding the Ryzen 7 H 255, check out our review of the NucBox K12.
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