Ryzen AI Max PRO 380
CPU·Mid-Range

Ryzen AI Max PRO 380

AMD

PassMark

24,613

MSRP

$400

AVG Price

$400

6 January 2025 (less than a year ago)
55 Watt
Strix Halo (2025)

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Overview

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.

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.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Ryzen AI Max PRO 380 specifications and capabilities.

Processing Power

The Ryzen AI Max PRO 380 is a 6-core / 12-thread processor based on the Strix Halo (2025) architecture, manufactured on a 4 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 4.9 GHz from a base frequency of 3.6 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 16 MB (total) of L3 cache, plus 1 MB (per core) of L2 cache and 80 kB (per core) of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 24,613, placing it in the Mid-Range performance tier as a Current Gen generation product.

SpecificationRyzen AI Max PRO 380
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units6C / 12T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost4.9 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency3.6 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture designStrix Halo (2025)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient4 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores16 MB (total)
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data1 MB (per core)
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache80 kB (per core)
64-bit SupportYes
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score24,613
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Memory & Platform

The Ryzen AI Max PRO 380 fits into the FP11 socket and supports PCIe 4.0. It supports DDR5 memory.

SpecificationRyzen AI Max PRO 380
TypeDesktop or Laptop processorLaptop
SocketMotherboard socket requiredFP11
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidthPCIe 4.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standardDDR5
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers1
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Power & Cooling

The Ryzen AI Max PRO 380 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 55 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

SpecificationRyzen AI Max PRO 380
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload55 Watt
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Value Analysis

At an average price of $400, the Ryzen AI Max PRO 380 delivers 62 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #589 out of all indexed processors.

SpecificationRyzen AI Max PRO 380
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price$400
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days$400
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch$299
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking#589
Release DateLaunch date6 January 2025 (less than a year ago)
Release Year2025
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)AMD
ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC)TSMC

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