Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 vs Ryzen 5 5600
Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370
Ryzen 5 5600
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 5600
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 | Ryzen 5 5600 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($500) | ✅ More affordable ($115) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Strix Point-HX PRO (Zen 5/5c) (2025) / 4 nm) | ✨ Modern (Vermeer (2020−2025) / 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 | Ryzen 5 5600 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+185%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($500) | ✅ More affordable ($115) |
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 AI 9 HX PRO 370 and Ryzen 5 5600
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.
Ryzen 5 5600
The Ryzen 5 5600 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 20 April 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Vermeer (2020−2025) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.4 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 21,550 points. Launch price was $299.
Processing Power
The Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 packs 12 cores / 24 threads, while the Ryzen 5 5600 offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 has 6 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.1 GHz on the Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 versus 4.4 GHz on the Ryzen 5 5600 — a 14.7% clock advantage for the Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 (base: 2 GHz vs 3.5 GHz). The Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 uses the Strix Point-HX PRO (Zen 5/5c) (2025) architecture (4 nm), while the Ryzen 5 5600 uses Vermeer (2020−2025) (7 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 scores 32,841 against the Ryzen 5 5600's 21,550 — a 41.5% lead for the Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370. L3 cache: 16 MB on the Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 vs 32 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 5600.
| Feature | Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 | Ryzen 5 5600 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 12 / 24+100% | 6 / 12 |
| Boost Clock | 5.1 GHz+16% | 4.4 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2 GHz | 3.5 GHz+75% |
| L3 Cache | 16 MB | 32 MB (total)+100% |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core)+100% | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 4 nm-43% | 7 nm |
| Architecture | Strix Point-HX PRO (Zen 5/5c) (2025) | Vermeer (2020−2025) |
| PassMark | 32,841+52% | 21,550 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 11,077 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 2,052 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 8,600 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 uses the FP8 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Ryzen 5 5600 uses AM4 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches LPDDR5X-8000 on the Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 versus DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen 5 5600 — the Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Ryzen 5 5600 supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 64 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 20 (Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370) vs 24 (Ryzen 5 5600) — the Ryzen 5 5600 offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 | Ryzen 5 5600 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FP8 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | LPDDR5X-8000+25% | DDR4-3200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB | 128 GB+100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 20 | 24+20% |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen 5 5600 has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Both support AMD-V virtualization. The Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 includes integrated graphics (Radeon 890M), while the Ryzen 5 5600 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 targets Mobile Workstation / AI, Ryzen 5 5600 targets Desktop.
| Feature | Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 | Ryzen 5 5600 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Radeon 890M | — |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | Yes | No |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Mobile Workstation / AI | Desktop |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 launched at $500 MSRP, while the Ryzen 5 5600 debuted at $199. At current prices ($500 vs $115), the Ryzen 5 5600 is $385 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 delivers 65.7 pts/$ vs 187.4 pts/$ for the Ryzen 5 5600 — making the Ryzen 5 5600 the 96.2% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 | Ryzen 5 5600 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $500 | $199-60% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $500 | $115-77% |
| Performance per Dollar | 65.7 | 187.4+185% |
| Release Date | 2025 | 2022 |
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