Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS vs Core i9-9980XE
Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS
Core i9-9980XE
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 PRO 8845HS
Performance Per Dollar Core i9-9980XE
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS | Core i9-9980XE |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($593) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Hawk Point (2024−2025) / 4 nm) | ✨ Modern (Skylake (server) (2017−2018) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS | Core i9-9980XE |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($593) |
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 PRO 8845HS and Core i9-9980XE
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.
Core i9-9980XE
The Core i9-9980XE is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 19 October 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture. It features 18 cores and 36 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 4.5 GHz. L3 cache: 24.75 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2066. Thermal design power (TDP): 165 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 29,127 points. Launch price was $1,979.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS packs 8 cores / 16 threads, while the Core i9-9980XE offers 18 cores / 36 threads — the Core i9-9980XE has 10 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.1 GHz on the Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS versus 4.5 GHz on the Core i9-9980XE — a 12.5% clock advantage for the Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS (base: 3.8 GHz vs 3 GHz). The Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS uses the Hawk Point (2024−2025) architecture (4 nm), while the Core i9-9980XE uses Skylake (server) (2017−2018) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS scores 29,088 against the Core i9-9980XE's 29,127 — a 0.1% lead for the Core i9-9980XE. Cinebench R23 multi-core: 15,930 vs 22,000 (32% advantage for the Core i9-9980XE). Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 2,332 vs 1,459, a 46.1% lead for the Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 11,037 vs 12,177 (9.8% advantage for the Core i9-9980XE). L3 cache: 16 MB (total) on the Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS vs 24.75 MB (total) on the Core i9-9980XE.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS | Core i9-9980XE |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 16 | 18 / 36+125% |
| Boost Clock | 5.1 GHz+13% | 4.5 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.8 GHz+27% | 3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 16 MB (total) | 24.75 MB (total)+55% |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | 4 nm-71% | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Hawk Point (2024−2025) | Skylake (server) (2017−2018) |
| PassMark | 29,088 | 29,127 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 15,930 | 22,000+38% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 2,332+60% | 1,459 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 11,037 | 12,177+10% |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS uses the FP7 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Core i9-9980XE uses LGA2066 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-5600 on the Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS versus DDR4-2666 on the Core i9-9980XE — 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. Memory channels: 2 (Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS) vs 4 (Core i9-9980XE). PCIe lanes: 20 (Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS) vs 44 (Core i9-9980XE) — the Core i9-9980XE offers 24 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: FP7,FP7r2,FP8 (Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS) and X299 (Core i9-9980XE).
| Feature | Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS | Core i9-9980XE |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FP7 | LGA2066 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0+33% | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-5600+25% | DDR4-2666 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 256 GB+100% | 128 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 4+100% |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 20 | 44+120% |
Advanced Features
Both processors feature an unlocked multiplier for overclocking. Both support AVX-512 instructions, benefiting scientific computing, AI inference, and encryption workloads. Virtualization support: AMD-V, SVM (Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS) vs VT-x, VT-d (Core i9-9980XE). The Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS includes integrated graphics (Radeon 780M), while the Core i9-9980XE requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS targets Enterprise Performance Laptop, Core i9-9980XE targets HEDT / Workstation / Content Creation. Direct competitor: Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS rivals Core i7-13700H; Core i9-9980XE rivals Ryzen Threadripper 2950X.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS | Core i9-9980XE |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Radeon 780M | — |
| Unlocked | Yes | Yes |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | AMD-V, SVM | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | Enterprise Performance Laptop | HEDT / Workstation / Content Creation |
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