CPU
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Ryzen 7 8745HX
Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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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 7 8745HX
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 7 8745HX | 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 ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($500) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Dragon Range (2025) / 5 nm) | ✨ Modern (Strix Point-HX PRO (Zen 5/5c) (2025) / 4 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 7 8745HX | Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ 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 Ryzen 7 8745HX and Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370
Ryzen 7 8745HX
The Ryzen 7 8745HX is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 23 April 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Dragon Range (2025) 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 5 nm process technology. Socket: FL1. Thermal design power (TDP): 55 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 32,620 points. Launch price was $499.
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 Ryzen 7 8745HX packs 8 cores / 16 threads, while the Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 offers 12 cores / 24 threads — the Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.1 GHz on the Ryzen 7 8745HX versus 5.1 GHz on the Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 — identical boost frequencies (base: 3.6 GHz vs 2 GHz). The Ryzen 7 8745HX uses the Dragon Range (2025) architecture (5 nm), while the Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 uses Strix Point-HX PRO (Zen 5/5c) (2025) (4 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 7 8745HX scores 32,620 against the Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370's 32,841 — a 0.7% lead for the Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370. L3 cache: 32 MB (total) on the Ryzen 7 8745HX vs 16 MB on the Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 8745HX | Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 16 | 12 / 24+50% |
| Boost Clock | 5.1 GHz | 5.1 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.6 GHz+80% | 2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 32 MB (total)+100% | 16 MB |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | 5 nm | 4 nm-20% |
| Architecture | Dragon Range (2025) | Strix Point-HX PRO (Zen 5/5c) (2025) |
| PassMark | 32,620 | 32,841 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 18,000 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 2,700 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 13,500 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 7 8745HX uses the FL1 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 uses FP8 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR5-5200 memory speed. Both support up to 64 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 28 (Ryzen 7 8745HX) vs 20 (Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370) — the Ryzen 7 8745HX offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 8745HX | Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FL1 | FP8 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-5200 | LPDDR5X-8000 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB | 64 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 28+40% | 20 |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen 7 8745HX has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Both support AVX-512 instructions, benefiting scientific computing, AI inference, and encryption workloads. Both support AMD-V virtualization. Both include integrated graphics — Radeon 610M (Ryzen 7 8745HX) 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: Ryzen 7 8745HX targets High-end Gaming Laptop, Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 targets Mobile Workstation / AI. Direct competitor: Ryzen 7 8745HX rivals Core i7-14700HX.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 8745HX | Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Radeon 610M | Radeon 890M |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | AMD-V |
| Target Use | High-end Gaming Laptop | Mobile Workstation / AI |
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