CPU
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Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS
Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX
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 9 PRO 8945HS
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS | Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,300) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Hawk Point-HS (Zen 4) (2023−2024) / 4 nm) | ✨ Modern (Zen+ (2018−2019) / 12 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS | Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,300) |
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 9 PRO 8945HS and Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX
Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS
The Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 16 April 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Hawk Point-HS (Zen 4) (2023−2024) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 4 GHz, with boost up to 5.2 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: 30,689 points. Launch price was $499.
Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX
The Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2 October 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Zen+ (2018−2019) architecture. It features 24 cores and 48 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 12 nm process technology. Socket: TR4. Thermal design power (TDP): 250 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Quad-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 30,954 points. Launch price was $1,299.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS packs 8 cores / 16 threads, while the Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX offers 24 cores / 48 threads — the Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX has 16 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.2 GHz on the Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS versus 4.2 GHz on the Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX — a 21.3% clock advantage for the Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS (base: 4 GHz vs 3 GHz). The Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS uses the Hawk Point-HS (Zen 4) (2023−2024) architecture (4 nm), while the Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX uses Zen+ (2018−2019) (12 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS scores 30,689 against the Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX's 30,954 — a 0.9% lead for the Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX. Cinebench R23 multi-core: 16,529 vs 29,045 (54.9% advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX). Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 2,617 vs 1,240, a 71.4% lead for the Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 13,098 vs 7,241 (57.6% advantage for the Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS). L3 cache: 16 MB (total) on the Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS vs 64 MB on the Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX.
| Feature | Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS | Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 16 | 24 / 48+200% |
| Boost Clock | 5.2 GHz+24% | 4.2 GHz |
| Base Clock | 4 GHz+33% | 3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 16 MB (total) | 64 MB+300% |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core)+100% | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 4 nm-67% | 12 nm |
| Architecture | Hawk Point-HS (Zen 4) (2023−2024) | Zen+ (2018−2019) |
| PassMark | 30,689 | 30,954 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 16,529 | 29,045+76% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 2,617+111% | 1,240 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 13,098+81% | 7,241 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS uses the FP7 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX uses TR4 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-5600 on the Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS versus DDR4-2933 on the Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX — the Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX supports up to 2048 GB of RAM compared to 256 GB — 155.6% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS) vs 4 (Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX). PCIe lanes: 20 (Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS) vs 64 (Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX) — the Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX offers 44 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: FP7,FP7r2,FP8 (Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS) and X399 (Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX).
| Feature | Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS | Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FP7 | TR4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-5600+25% | DDR4-2933 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 256 GB | 2048 GB+700% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 4+100% |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 20 | 64+220% |
Advanced Features
Both processors feature an unlocked multiplier for overclocking. Only the Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: AMD-V, SVM (Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS) vs AMD-V (Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX). The Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS includes integrated graphics (Radeon 780M), while the Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS targets Professional AI Business Laptop, Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX targets Extreme Multi-threaded Workstation. Direct competitor: Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS rivals Core Ultra 9 185H; Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX rivals Core i9-7940X.
| Feature | Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS | Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Radeon 780M | — |
| Unlocked | Yes | Yes |
| AVX-512 | Yes | No |
| Virtualization | AMD-V, SVM | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Professional AI Business Laptop | Extreme Multi-threaded Workstation |
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