CPU
GPU
Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS
Xeon Platinum 8260
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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 9 PRO 8945HS
Performance Per Dollar Xeon Platinum 8260
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS | Xeon Platinum 8260 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($400) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Hawk Point-HS (Zen 4) (2023−2024) / 4 nm) | ✨ Modern (Cascade Lake-SP (2018) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS | Xeon Platinum 8260 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($400) |
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 Xeon Platinum 8260
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.
Xeon Platinum 8260
The Xeon Platinum 8260 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 11 December 2018 (6 years ago). It is based on the Cascade Lake-SP (2018) architecture. It features 24 cores and 48 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 35.75 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA3647. Thermal design power (TDP): 165 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2933. Passmark benchmark score: 30,720 points. Launch price was $4,702.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS packs 8 cores / 16 threads, while the Xeon Platinum 8260 offers 24 cores / 48 threads — the Xeon Platinum 8260 has 16 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.2 GHz on the Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS versus 3.9 GHz on the Xeon Platinum 8260 — a 28.6% clock advantage for the Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS (base: 4 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS uses the Hawk Point-HS (Zen 4) (2023−2024) architecture (4 nm), while the Xeon Platinum 8260 uses Cascade Lake-SP (2018) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS scores 30,689 against the Xeon Platinum 8260's 30,720 — a 0.1% lead for the Xeon Platinum 8260. Cinebench R23 multi-core: 16,529 vs 18,500 (11.3% advantage for the Xeon Platinum 8260). Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 2,617 vs 1,190, a 75% lead for the Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 13,098 vs 6,946 (61.4% advantage for the Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS). L3 cache: 16 MB (total) on the Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS vs 35.75 MB (total) on the Xeon Platinum 8260.
| Feature | Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS | Xeon Platinum 8260 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 16 | 24 / 48+200% |
| Boost Clock | 5.2 GHz+33% | 3.9 GHz |
| Base Clock | 4 GHz+67% | 2.4 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 16 MB (total) | 35.75 MB (total)+123% |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | 4 nm-71% | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Hawk Point-HS (Zen 4) (2023−2024) | Cascade Lake-SP (2018) |
| PassMark | 30,689 | 30,720 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 16,529 | 18,500+12% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 2,617+120% | 1,190 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 13,098+89% | 6,946 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS uses the FP7 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Xeon Platinum 8260 uses LGA3647 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-5600 on the Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS versus DDR4-2933 on the Xeon Platinum 8260 — the Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon Platinum 8260 supports up to 1024 GB of RAM compared to 256 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS) vs 6 (Xeon Platinum 8260). PCIe lanes: 20 (Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS) vs 48 (Xeon Platinum 8260) — the Xeon Platinum 8260 offers 28 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: FP7,FP7r2,FP8 (Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS) and C621,Lewisburg (Xeon Platinum 8260).
| Feature | Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS | Xeon Platinum 8260 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FP7 | LGA3647 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0+33% | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-5600+25% | DDR4-2933 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 256 GB | 1024 GB+300% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 6+200% |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 20 | 48+140% |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS 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. Virtualization support: AMD-V, SVM (Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS) vs VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Xeon Platinum 8260). The Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS includes integrated graphics (Radeon 780M), while the Xeon Platinum 8260 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS targets Professional AI Business Laptop, Xeon Platinum 8260 targets Server / Workstation. Direct competitor: Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS rivals Core Ultra 9 185H; Xeon Platinum 8260 rivals Xeon Gold 6248R.
| Feature | Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS | Xeon Platinum 8260 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Radeon 780M | — |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | AMD-V, SVM | VT-x, VT-d, EPT |
| Target Use | Professional AI Business Laptop | Server / Workstation |
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