Core Ultra 5 245T vs Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370
Core Ultra 5 245T
Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Core Ultra 5 245T
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core Ultra 5 245T | Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | Balanced gaming performance | Balanced gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($270) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($500) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) / 3 nm) | ✨ Modern (Strix Point-HX PRO (Zen 5/5c) (2025) / 4 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core Ultra 5 245T | Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+83%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($270) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($500) |
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 AI 9 HX PRO 370
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 AI 9 HX PRO 370
The Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 6 January 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Strix Point-HX PRO (Zen 5/5c) (2025) architecture. It features 12 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 5.1 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB. L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: FP8. Thermal design power (TDP): 28 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 32,841 points. Launch price was $499.
Processing Power
The Core Ultra 5 245T packs 14 cores / 14 threads, while the Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 offers 12 cores / 24 threads — the Core Ultra 5 245T has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.1 GHz on the Core Ultra 5 245T versus 5.1 GHz on the Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 — identical boost frequencies (base: 2.2 GHz vs 2 GHz). The Core Ultra 5 245T uses the Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) architecture (3 nm), while the Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 uses Strix Point-HX PRO (Zen 5/5c) (2025) (4 nm). In PassMark, the Core Ultra 5 245T scores 32,444 against the Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370's 32,841 — a 1.2% lead for the Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370. L3 cache: 24 MB (total) on the Core Ultra 5 245T vs 16 MB on the Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370.
| Feature | Core Ultra 5 245T | Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 14 / 14+17% | 12 / 24 |
| Boost Clock | 5.1 GHz | 5.1 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.2 GHz+10% | 2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 24 MB (total)+50% | 16 MB |
| L2 Cache | 3 MB (per core)+200% | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | 3 nm-25% | 4 nm |
| Architecture | Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) | Strix Point-HX PRO (Zen 5/5c) (2025) |
| PassMark | 32,444 | 32,841+1% |
Memory & Platform
The Core Ultra 5 245T uses the LGA1851 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 uses FP8 (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. Both provide 20 PCIe lanes.
| Feature | Core Ultra 5 245T | Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1851 | FP8 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+25% | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-6400 | LPDDR5X-8000 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 256 GB+300% | 64 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 20 | 20 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Only the Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 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 AI 9 HX PRO 370). Both include integrated graphics — Arc Xe-LPG 64EU (Core Ultra 5 245T) and Radeon 890M (Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370) — 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 AI 9 HX PRO 370 targets Mobile Workstation / AI.
| Feature | Core Ultra 5 245T | Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Arc Xe-LPG 64EU | Radeon 890M |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Desktop Low Power | Mobile Workstation / AI |
Value Analysis
The Core Ultra 5 245T launched at $270 MSRP, while the Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 debuted at $500. At current prices ($270 vs $500), the Core Ultra 5 245T is $230 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core Ultra 5 245T delivers 120.2 pts/$ vs 65.7 pts/$ for the Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 — making the Core Ultra 5 245T the 58.6% better value option.
| Feature | Core Ultra 5 245T | Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $270-46% | $500 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $270-46% | $500 |
| Performance per Dollar | 120.2+83% | 65.7 |
| Release Date | 2025 | 2025 |
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