Ryzen 7 5800X vs Ryzen AI 9 HX 375

Ryzen 7 5800X

8 Cores16 Thrd105 WWMax: 4.7 GHz2020

Ryzen AI 9 HX 375

12 Cores24 Thrd28 WWMax: 5.1 GHz2024

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Ryzen 7 5800X

8 / 16

27,712

0.0%

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX

Ryzen AI 9 HX 375

12 / 24

34,585

+24.8%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX

Ryzen Threadripper 7970X

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.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 7 5800X

#40

Core i5-14600KF

MSRP: $304|Avg: $239

105%

#41

Ryzen 7 5800

MSRP: $349|Avg: $160

104%

#42

Core i3-14100F

MSRP: $109|Avg: $96

104%

#43

Ryzen 7 3700X

MSRP: $329|Avg: $140

104%

#44

Ryzen 5 7600X

MSRP: $299|Avg: $178

103%

#45

Ryzen 3 3100

MSRP: $99|Avg: $75

103%

#46

Core i5-13490F

MSRP: $235|Avg: $170

102%

#47

Ryzen 5 5600F

MSRP: $99|Avg: $129

102%

#48

Ryzen 9 PRO 3900

MSRP: $499|Avg: $200

101%

#49

Ryzen 3 4300GE

MSRP: $94|Avg: $72

101%

#50

Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE

MSRP: $169|Avg: $50

101%

#51

Core Ultra 5 225

MSRP: $240|Avg: $200

101%

#52

Core i5-11500

MSRP: $192|Avg: $110

101%

#53

Core i3-12100F

MSRP: $97|Avg: $90

101%

#54

Core Ultra 7 265

MSRP: $384|Avg: $320

101%

#55

Ryzen 7 5800X

MSRP: $449|Avg: $180

100%

#56

Core i5-11400F

MSRP: $157|Avg: $110

100%

#57

Ryzen 7 5700G

MSRP: $359|Avg: $160

99%

#58

Ryzen 7 5700X

MSRP: $299|Avg: $175

99%

#59

Core i5-9500

MSRP: $192|Avg: $65

98%

#60

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX

MSRP: $429|Avg: $450

98%

#61

Core i9-9960X

MSRP: $1684|Avg: $200

97%

#62

Core Ultra 5 225T

MSRP: $240|Avg: $180

97%

#63

Ryzen 3 3300X

MSRP: $120|Avg: $90

97%

#64

Core i5-12600K

MSRP: $289|Avg: $185

97%

#65

Core Ultra 5 235

MSRP: $257|Avg: $269

96%

#66

Ryzen 7 5700

MSRP: $179|Avg: $164

96%

#67

Ryzen 5 PRO 2600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $90

96%

#68

Ryzen 3 4100

MSRP: $99|Avg: $75

96%

#69

Ryzen 9 9900X

MSRP: $499|Avg: $370

96%

#70

Ryzen 5 7600

MSRP: $229|Avg: $185

95%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Performance Leadership: The Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 delivers superior performance across the board. It outperforms the Ryzen 7 5800X in both compute-intensive tasks (22.1% faster) and gaming workloads.

Insight	Ryzen 7 5800X	Ryzen AI 9 HX 375
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($180)	✅ More affordable ($0)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) / 7 nm, 12 nm)	✨ Modern (Strix Point-HX (Zen 5) (2024) / 4 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

Insight	Ryzen 7 5800X	Ryzen AI 9 HX 375
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($180)	✅ More affordable ($0)

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

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.

Ryzen 7 5800X Benchmark Check

Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Ryzen 7 5800X and Ryzen AI 9 HX 375

Ryzen 7 5800X

The Ryzen 7 5800X 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 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.8 GHz, with boost up to 4.7 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm, 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 105 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 27,712 points. Launch price was $449.

Ryzen AI 9 HX 375

The Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in Julho 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Strix Point-HX (Zen 5) (2024) 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: 34,585 points. Launch price was $499.

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Processing Power

The Ryzen 7 5800X packs 8 cores / 16 threads, while the Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 offers 12 cores / 24 threads — the Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.7 GHz on the Ryzen 7 5800X versus 5.1 GHz on the Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 — a 8.2% clock advantage for the Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 (base: 3.8 GHz vs 2 GHz). The Ryzen 7 5800X uses the Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) architecture (7 nm, 12 nm), while the Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 uses Strix Point-HX (Zen 5) (2024) (4 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 7 5800X scores 27,712 against the Ryzen AI 9 HX 375's 34,585 — a 22.1% lead for the Ryzen AI 9 HX 375. L3 cache: 32 MB on the Ryzen 7 5800X vs 16 MB on the Ryzen AI 9 HX 375.

Feature	Ryzen 7 5800X	Ryzen AI 9 HX 375
Cores / Threads	8 / 16	12 / 24+50%
Boost Clock	4.7 GHz	5.1 GHz+9%
Base Clock	3.8 GHz+90%	2 GHz
L3 Cache	32 MB+100%	16 MB
L2 Cache	512K (per core)	1 MB (per core)+100%
Process	7 nm, 12 nm	4 nm-43%
Architecture	Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022)	Strix Point-HX (Zen 5) (2024)
PassMark	27,712	34,585+25%
Cinebench R23 Multi	—	22,246
Geekbench 6 Single	—	2,865
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	15,100

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Memory & Platform

The Ryzen 7 5800X uses the AM4 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 uses FP8 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen 7 5800X versus LPDDR5x-8000, DDR5-5600 on the Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 — the Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 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 7 5800X) vs 16 (Ryzen AI 9 HX 375) — the Ryzen 7 5800X offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: AMD 500 series,AMD 400 series,AMD 300 series (Ryzen 7 5800X) and SoC (Ryzen AI 9 HX 375).

Feature	Ryzen 7 5800X	Ryzen AI 9 HX 375
Socket	AM4	FP8
PCIe Generation	PCIe 4.0	PCIe 4.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR4-3200	LPDDR5x-8000, DDR5-5600+25%
Max RAM Capacity	128 GB	256 GB+100%
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	✅	❌
PCIe Lanes	24+50%	16

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Advanced Features

Only the Ryzen 7 5800X has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: AMD-V (Ryzen 7 5800X) vs AMD-V, AMD-Vi (Ryzen AI 9 HX 375). The Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 includes integrated graphics (Radeon 890M), while the Ryzen 7 5800X requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen 7 5800X targets Desktop, Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 targets AI-Notebook. Direct competitor: Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 rivals Ryzen AI 9 HX 370.

Feature	Ryzen 7 5800X	Ryzen AI 9 HX 375
Integrated GPU	No	Yes
IGPU Model	—	Radeon 890M
Unlocked	Yes	No
AVX-512	No	Yes
Virtualization	AMD-V	AMD-V, AMD-Vi
Target Use	Desktop	AI-Notebook

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Value Analysis

The Ryzen 7 5800X launched at $449 MSRP, while the Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 debuted at $0. At current prices ($180 vs $0), the Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 is $180 cheaper.