Core Ultra 5 245T vs Ryzen 7 7745HX
Core Ultra 5 245T
Ryzen 7 7745HX
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Core Ultra 5 245T
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Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core Ultra 5 245T | Ryzen 7 7745HX |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | Balanced gaming performance | Balanced gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($270) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) / 3 nm) | ✨ Modern (Dragon Range (Zen 4) (2023) / CCD = 5 nm, I/O = 6 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core Ultra 5 245T | Ryzen 7 7745HX |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($270) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
Performance Check
To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.
Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Core Ultra 5 245T and Ryzen 7 7745HX
Core Ultra 5 245T
The Core Ultra 5 245T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 7 January 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) architecture. It features 14 cores and 14 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 5.1 GHz. L3 cache: 24 MB (total). L2 cache: 3 MB (per core). Built on 3 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1851. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-6400. Passmark benchmark score: 32,444 points. Launch price was $270.
Ryzen 7 7745HX
The Ryzen 7 7745HX is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 4 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Dragon Range (Zen 4) (2023) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 5.1 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on CCD = 5 nm, I/O = 6 nm process technology. Socket: FL1. Thermal design power (TDP): 55 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 32,515 points. Launch price was $499.
Processing Power
The Core Ultra 5 245T packs 14 cores / 14 threads, while the Ryzen 7 7745HX offers 8 cores / 16 threads — the Core Ultra 5 245T has 6 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.1 GHz on the Core Ultra 5 245T versus 5.1 GHz on the Ryzen 7 7745HX — identical boost frequencies (base: 2.2 GHz vs 3.6 GHz). The Core Ultra 5 245T uses the Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) architecture (3 nm), while the Ryzen 7 7745HX uses Dragon Range (Zen 4) (2023) (CCD = 5 nm, I/O = 6 nm). In PassMark, the Core Ultra 5 245T scores 32,444 against the Ryzen 7 7745HX's 32,515 — a 0.2% lead for the Ryzen 7 7745HX. L3 cache: 24 MB (total) on the Core Ultra 5 245T vs 32 MB (total) on the Ryzen 7 7745HX.
| Feature | Core Ultra 5 245T | Ryzen 7 7745HX |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 14 / 14+75% | 8 / 16 |
| Boost Clock | 5.1 GHz | 5.1 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.2 GHz | 3.6 GHz+64% |
| L3 Cache | 24 MB (total) | 32 MB (total)+33% |
| L2 Cache | 3 MB (per core)+200% | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | 3 nm-40% | CCD = 5 nm, I/O = 6 nm |
| Architecture | Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) | Dragon Range (Zen 4) (2023) |
| PassMark | 32,444 | 32,515 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 18,606 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 2,623 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 14,000 |
Memory & Platform
The Core Ultra 5 245T uses the LGA1851 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Ryzen 7 7745HX uses FL1 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR5-6400 memory speed. The Core Ultra 5 245T supports up to 256 GB of RAM compared to 64 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 20 (Core Ultra 5 245T) vs 28 (Ryzen 7 7745HX) — the Ryzen 7 7745HX offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | Core Ultra 5 245T | Ryzen 7 7745HX |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1851 | FL1 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+25% | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-6400 | DDR5-5200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 256 GB+300% | 64 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 20 | 28+40% |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen 7 7745HX has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the Ryzen 7 7745HX supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Core Ultra 5 245T) vs AMD-V (Ryzen 7 7745HX). Both include integrated graphics — Arc Xe-LPG 64EU (Core Ultra 5 245T) and Radeon 610M (Ryzen 7 7745HX) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core Ultra 5 245T targets Desktop Low Power, Ryzen 7 7745HX targets Performance Gaming Laptop. Direct competitor: Ryzen 7 7745HX rivals Core i7-13700HX.
| Feature | Core Ultra 5 245T | Ryzen 7 7745HX |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Arc Xe-LPG 64EU | Radeon 610M |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | No | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Desktop Low Power | Performance Gaming Laptop |
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