Ryzen 5 5600X vs Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS
Ryzen 5 5600X
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About PassMark
PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 5600X
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 5 5600X | Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($135) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) / 7 nm, 12 nm) | ✨ Modern (Hawk Point (2024−2025) / 4 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 5 5600X | Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($135) | ✅ 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 Ryzen 5 5600X and Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS
Ryzen 5 5600X
The Ryzen 5 5600X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 5 November 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.7 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm, 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 21,845 points. Launch price was $299.
Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS
The Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 16 April 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Hawk Point (2024−2025) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.8 GHz, with boost up to 5.1 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: FP7. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 29,088 points. Launch price was $299.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 5 5600X packs 6 cores / 12 threads, while the Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS offers 8 cores / 16 threads — the Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.6 GHz on the Ryzen 5 5600X versus 5.1 GHz on the Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS — a 10.3% clock advantage for the Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS (base: 3.7 GHz vs 3.8 GHz). The Ryzen 5 5600X uses the Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) architecture (7 nm, 12 nm), while the Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS uses Hawk Point (2024−2025) (4 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 5 5600X scores 21,845 against the Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS's 29,088 — a 28.4% lead for the Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS. L3 cache: 32 MB on the Ryzen 5 5600X vs 16 MB (total) on the Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 5600X | Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 12 | 8 / 16+33% |
| Boost Clock | 4.6 GHz | 5.1 GHz+11% |
| Base Clock | 3.7 GHz | 3.8 GHz+3% |
| L3 Cache | 32 MB+100% | 16 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core) | 1 MB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 7 nm, 12 nm | 4 nm-43% |
| Architecture | Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) | Hawk Point (2024−2025) |
| PassMark | 21,845 | 29,088+33% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 15,930 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 2,332 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 11,037 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 5 5600X uses the AM4 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS uses FP7 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen 5 5600X versus DDR5-5600 on the Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS — the Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS supports up to 256 GB of RAM compared to 128 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 24 (Ryzen 5 5600X) vs 20 (Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS) — the Ryzen 5 5600X offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: AMD 500 series,AMD 400 series,AMD 300 series (Ryzen 5 5600X) and FP7,FP7r2,FP8 (Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS).
| Feature | Ryzen 5 5600X | Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 | FP7 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-3200 | DDR5-5600+25% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 GB | 256 GB+100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 24+20% | 20 |
Advanced Features
Both processors feature an unlocked multiplier for overclocking. Only the Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: AMD-V (Ryzen 5 5600X) vs AMD-V, SVM (Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS). The Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS includes integrated graphics (Radeon 780M), while the Ryzen 5 5600X requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen 5 5600X targets Desktop, Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS targets Enterprise Performance Laptop. Direct competitor: Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS rivals Core i7-13700H.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 5600X | Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Radeon 780M |
| Unlocked | Yes | Yes |
| AVX-512 | No | Yes |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | AMD-V, SVM |
| Target Use | Desktop | Enterprise Performance Laptop |
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