Ryzen AI Max PRO 380 vs Ryzen 5 8400F

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.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Ryzen AI Max PRO 380

#82

Core i7-11700B

MSRP: $323|Avg: $311

109%

#83

Core i7-13700HX

MSRP: $485|Avg: N/A

108%

#86

Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370

MSRP: $500|Avg: $500

107%

#96

Ryzen AI Max PRO 380

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

100%

#97

Core Ultra 5 226V

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

100%

#101

Core i5-1350P

MSRP: $320|Avg: $250

95%

#102

Core i3-1220P

MSRP: $250|Avg: $150

94%

#107

Core Ultra 5 228V

MSRP: $295|Avg: $295

93%

#111

Ryzen 5 PRO 5675U

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $180

92%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 8400F

#1

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

698%

#2

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

660%

#3

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

479%

#4

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

144%

#5

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

114%

#6

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

100%

#7

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

57%

#8

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

57%

#9

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

51%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

51%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

51%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

50%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

49%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

49%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

48%

#16

Core Ultra 5 225F

MSRP: $231|Avg: $150

47%

#17

Core Ultra 7 265K

MSRP: $309|Avg: $285

46%

#18

Ryzen 9 3900

MSRP: $499|Avg: $150

46%

#19

Ryzen 5 3600X

MSRP: $249|Avg: $90

45%

#20

Core i7-14700KF

MSRP: $384|Avg: $260

45%

#21

Core i7-14700K

MSRP: $409|Avg: $270

43%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Performance Leadership: The Ryzen AI Max PRO 380 delivers superior performance across the board. It outperforms the Ryzen 5 8400F in both compute-intensive tasks (0.2% faster) and gaming workloads.

Insight	Ryzen AI Max PRO 380	Ryzen 5 8400F
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($400)	✅ More affordable ($55)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Strix Halo (2025) / 4 nm)	✨ Modern (Phoenix (2023−2024) / 4 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

Value Proposition: The Ryzen 5 8400F offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $55 (vs $400), it costs 86% less. While offering competitive performance, it results in a 626% higher cost efficiency score compared to the Ryzen AI Max PRO 380.

Insight	Ryzen AI Max PRO 380	Ryzen 5 8400F
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+626%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($400)	✅ More affordable ($55)

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

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.

Ryzen AI Max PRO 380 Benchmark Check

Ryzen 5 8400F Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Ryzen AI Max PRO 380 and Ryzen 5 8400F

Ryzen AI Max PRO 380

The Ryzen AI Max PRO 380 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 6 January 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Strix Halo (2025) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.9 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: FP11. Thermal design power (TDP): 55 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 24,613 points. Launch price was $299.

Ryzen 5 8400F

The Ryzen 5 8400F is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 1 April 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Phoenix (2023−2024) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 4.2 GHz, with boost up to 4.7 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 24,554 points. Launch price was $170.

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Processing Power

Both the Ryzen AI Max PRO 380 and Ryzen 5 8400F share an identical 6-core/12-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 4.9 GHz on the Ryzen AI Max PRO 380 versus 4.7 GHz on the Ryzen 5 8400F — a 4.2% clock advantage for the Ryzen AI Max PRO 380 (base: 3.6 GHz vs 4.2 GHz). The Ryzen AI Max PRO 380 uses the Strix Halo (2025) architecture (4 nm), while the Ryzen 5 8400F uses Phoenix (2023−2024) (4 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen AI Max PRO 380 scores 24,613 against the Ryzen 5 8400F's 24,554 — a 0.2% lead for the Ryzen AI Max PRO 380. Both processors carry 16 MB (total) of L3 cache.

Feature	Ryzen AI Max PRO 380	Ryzen 5 8400F
Cores / Threads	6 / 12	6 / 12
Boost Clock	4.9 GHz+4%	4.7 GHz
Base Clock	3.6 GHz	4.2 GHz+17%
L3 Cache	16 MB (total)	16 MB (total)
L2 Cache	1 MB (per core)	1 MB (per core)
Process	4 nm	4 nm
Architecture	Strix Halo (2025)	Phoenix (2023−2024)
PassMark	24,613	24,554

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Memory & Platform

The Ryzen AI Max PRO 380 uses the FP11 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Ryzen 5 8400F uses AM5 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Ryzen AI Max PRO 380	Ryzen 5 8400F
Socket	FP11	AM5
PCIe Generation	PCIe 4.0	PCIe 4.0

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Value Analysis

The Ryzen AI Max PRO 380 launched at $400 MSRP, while the Ryzen 5 8400F debuted at $303. At current prices ($400 vs $55), the Ryzen 5 8400F is $345 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen AI Max PRO 380 delivers 61.5 pts/$ vs 446.4 pts/$ for the Ryzen 5 8400F — making the Ryzen 5 8400F the 151.5% better value option.