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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£400
  • Avg. price in US: ~$370
  • PassMark benchmark result: 10677
  • N. of physical cores: 6
  • CPU boost clock speed: 4.0 GHz

AMD Ryzen 5 4500U review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

5.1

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the processor's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best processors on the market.

Score components:

90.0%

5.1

Technical Score

10.0%

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User score

Good
5.1

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the processor's technical performance, covering key areas such as processing performance, core configuration, efficiency, platform support, integrated features, and thermal behavior.

When it matters: When you want to compare processors based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

60.0%

4.4

Performance

18.0%

5.6

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

5.4

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

7.6

Power & Thermal

4.0%

8.3

Platform

1.0%

6.2

Integrated Graphics

Good
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User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the processor.

When it matters: When you want to know how a processor performs in real workloads and how reliable it is for gaming, productivity, and efficiency according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

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User reviews

30.0%

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Popularity

  • 3.6
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    3.9

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    3.6

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    4.6

    CPU boost clock speed

    17.0%

    2.1

    L3 cache

    8.0%

    2.6

    N. of physical cores

  • 5.3
    Video editing

    Score components:

    45.0%

    9.0

    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    2.6

    N. of physical cores

    20.0%

    2.2

    CPU threads

    15.0%

    2.1

    L3 cache

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Verdict

The AMD Ryzen 5 4500U is a mid-range mobile processor based on the 7nm Zen 2 'Renoir' architecture, launched in early 2020 for ultra-thin laptops. It features 6 physical cores and 6 threads with a base clock of 2.3 GHz and a maximum boost clock of 4.0 GHz, complemented by 8 MB of L3 cache and an integrated Radeon RX Vega 6 GPU running at 1500 MHz. Its primary strengths include exceptional energy efficiency with a default 15W TDP (configurable between 10-25W), strong multi-core performance that competes with contemporary Intel Core i7 U-series chips, and support for fast memory up to LPDDR4x-4266. However, it lacks Simultaneous Multithreading (SMT), and its reliance on the older PCIe 3.0 standard and integrated graphics that struggle with modern AAA titles are notable drawbacks.

Technical Specifications of processor AMD Ryzen 5 4500U

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the processor's technical performance, covering key areas such as processing performance, core configuration, efficiency, platform support, integrated features, and thermal behavior.

When it matters: When you want to compare processors based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

60.0%

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Performance

18.0%

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Cache & Architecture

10.0%

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Memory & PCIe

7.0%

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Power & Thermal

4.0%

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Platform

1.0%

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Integrated Graphics

5.1
AMD Ryzen 5 4500U has a technical score of 5.09 points, which is lower than that of 52.9% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the processor.

When it matters: When you want to know how a processor performs in real workloads and how reliable it is for gaming, productivity, and efficiency according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the processor.
When it matters: When you prefer to choose a processor reviewed and selected by many other buyers.
1.0
AMD Ryzen 5 4500U has a popularity of 1 points, which is higher than 0% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the processor's overall rating with its cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for a processor with a good balance between performance, efficiency, and price.

Score components:

60.0%

5.1

Overall score

40.0%

8.4

Price

6.1
AMD Ryzen 5 4500U has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.1 points, which is lower than 61% of products in this category.
Brand name
What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.
When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

AMD
Processor type
What it is: The kind of system the processor is built for, such as desktop PCs, laptops, workstations, or servers.
When it matters: When you want a processor meant for the kind of machine you are actually building or buying, rather than a chip aimed at a different class of system.

Importance: HIGH

mobile
AMD Ryzen 5 4500U belongs to the mobile processor class, which is more advanced than that of 7.3% of processors and equal to that of 48.6% of processors.
CPU socket
What it is: The physical socket the processor fits into on the motherboard.
When it matters: When you need to make sure the CPU can actually be installed on a specific motherboard.

Importance: HIGH

FP6
AMD Ryzen 5 4500U uses the FP6 CPU socket, which is older than that of 51.9% of processors and equal to that of 4.4% of processors.
Chipset
What it is: The motherboard chipset families officially meant to work with the processor.
When it matters: When you are checking whether a CPU will work with the motherboard features and platform you plan to use.

Importance: HIGH

AMD 300 Series, AMD 400 Series, AMD 500 Series
AMD Ryzen 5 4500U supports AMD 300 Series, AMD 400 Series, AMD 500 Series chipsets, which is broader compatibility than 71.8% of processors and equal to that of 2% of processors.
CPU architecture
What it is: The processor family or design generation behind the chip, such as Zen 4 or Raptor Lake.
When it matters: When you are comparing CPUs across generations and want a clearer sense of their design age, feature level, and expected performance class.

Importance: HIGH

x86-64
AMD Ryzen 5 4500U uses the x86-64 architecture, which is more advanced than that of 1.7% of processors and equal to that of 98.3% of processors.
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N. of physical cores
What it is: The number of physical CPU cores on the processor.
When it matters: When you run workloads that benefit from more real cores.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 8+

6
AMD Ryzen 5 4500U has 6 CPU cores, which is more than 49.9% of processors and equal to 13.4% of processors.
CPU threads
What it is: The total number of processing threads the CPU can handle at once.
When it matters: When you run heavily threaded workloads or multitask a lot.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 16+

6
AMD Ryzen 5 4500U offers 6 CPU threads, which is fewer than 64.8% of processors and equal to 2.2% of processors.
Threads per core
What it is: The number of threads each physical core can handle at once.
When it matters: When you want to understand how much thread-level parallelism each core can provide in multitasking or heavily threaded work.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: 2

1
AMD Ryzen 5 4500U offers 1 threads per core, which is fewer than 69.7% of processors and equal to 30.3% of processors.
CPU boost clock speed
What it is: The highest clock speed the processor can reach under boost conditions.
When it matters: When you care about peak speed in short bursts.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >4.7 GHz

4.0 GHz
AMD Ryzen 5 4500U reaches a boost clock of 4.0 GHz which is lower than that of 59.8% of processors and equal to that of 5% of processors.
CPU base clock speed
What it is: The processor's normal all-core starting frequency before boost behavior raises clocks temporarily.
When it matters: When you care about steadier performance in longer workloads rather than short burst speed alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

6 x 2.3 GHz
AMD Ryzen 5 4500U has a base clock of 6x2.3 GHz which is equal to that of 100% of processors.
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Semiconductor size
What it is: The manufacturing process node used to produce the processor, usually expressed in nanometers.
When it matters: When efficiency, heat, and the relative modernity of the chip-making process matter to your comparison.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <10 nm

7 nm
AMD Ryzen 5 4500U uses a 7 nm process node, which is more advanced than that of 71.5% of processors and equal to that of 10.9% of processors.
Foundry
What it is: The semiconductor manufacturer that physically fabricates the processor chip.
When it matters: When process source, manufacturing generation, or foundry differences matter to your comparison more than day-to-day performance alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

TSMC 7 nm
AMD Ryzen 5 4500U is built on the TSMC 7 nm foundry process, which is more advanced than that of 56.7% of processors and equal to that of 9.4% of processors.
L3 cache
What it is: The total amount of L3 cache available on the processor.
When it matters: When you want better performance in cache-sensitive workloads and games.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=16 MB

8 MB
AMD Ryzen 5 4500U has an L3 cache of 8 MB which is larger than that of 39.7% of processors and equal to that of 11.8% of processors.
L2 cache
What it is: The total amount of L2 cache available across the processor.
When it matters: When you want to compare CPU design efficiency and how much fast intermediate cache the cores have available.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=6 MB

3 MB
AMD Ryzen 5 4500U has an L2 cache of 3 MB which is larger than that of 50.2% of processors and equal to that of 4.4% of processors.
L1 cache
What it is: The total amount of L1 cache built into the processor, which sits closest to the cores.
When it matters: When you are comparing low-level CPU design details rather than the broader performance picture buyers usually notice first.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=512 KB

384 KB
AMD Ryzen 5 4500U has an L1 cache of 384 KB which is larger than that of 45% of processors and equal to that of 15.8% of processors.
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DDR memory version
What it is: The RAM generation the processor is designed to support, such as DDR4 or DDR5.
When it matters: When you need the CPU to match the kind of memory platform you want to buy or reuse.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: DDR5

DDR4/LPDDR4
AMD Ryzen 5 4500U supports DDR DDR4/LPDDR4, which is newer than that of 60.5% of processors and equal to that of 2.6% of processors.
Maximum memory speed
What it is: The highest official memory speed supported by the processor.
When it matters: When you choose RAM and want to know the supported speed ceiling.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=4800 MHz

4,266 MHz
AMD Ryzen 5 4500U supports memory speeds up to 4266 MHz, which is higher than that of 61.2% of processors and equal to 2.5% of processors.
Max memory speed (JEDEC)
What it is: The highest official RAM speed the processor supports under standard JEDEC settings, before any memory overclocking profiles are applied.
When it matters: When officially supported stock RAM speed matters more than XMP, EXPO, or manual memory tuning.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5600 MHz

LPDDR4-4266 MHz
AMD Ryzen 5 4500U supports JEDEC memory speeds up to LPDDR4-4266 MHz, which is higher than that of 61.3% of processors and equal to 2% of processors.
Max memory speed (XMP / EXPO)
What it is: The highest memory speed supported through XMP or EXPO profiles.
When it matters: When you want faster RAM through memory profiles.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5200 MHz

N/A
Maximum memory capacity
What it is: The largest total amount of memory officially supported by the processor.
When it matters: When you plan a system with very large RAM capacity.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=128 GB

64 GB
AMD Ryzen 5 4500U supports up to 64 GB of memory, which is more than 28.4% of processors and equal to 27.6% of processors.
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Integrated graphics
What it is: Includes built-in graphics, so the system can output video without a separate graphics card.
When it matters: When you want the PC to work without a dedicated GPU, or you are building an office, media, compact, or troubleshooting-friendly system.

Importance: HIGH

yes
AMD Ryzen 5 4500U includes integrated graphics. 87.6% of processors include integrated graphics.
Integrated GPU model
What it is: The model name of the integrated graphics processor, if present.
When it matters: When you plan to use the CPU's built-in graphics.

Importance: MEDIUM

Radeon Vega 6
AMD Ryzen 5 4500U uses the Radeon Vega 6 integrated GPU, which is more advanced than that in 68.4% of processors and equal to that in 2.2% of processors.
Integrated GPU execution units
What it is: The number of execution units available in the integrated graphics part of the processor.
When it matters: When you plan to rely on built-in graphics and want a better sense of its light gaming, display, or media capability.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=24

6
AMD Ryzen 5 4500U has 6 GPU execution units, which is fewer than 83.8% of processors and equal to 6.2% of processors.
Integrated GPU base frequency
What it is: The base operating frequency of the integrated GPU.
When it matters: When integrated graphics performance matters to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=350 MHz

300 MHz
AMD Ryzen 5 4500U has an integrated GPU clock of 300 MHz which is lower than that of 57% of processors and equal to that of 38.7% of processors.
Integrated media encoders/decoders
What it is: The hardware media formats the processor can encode or decode directly.
When it matters: When you stream, edit video, or rely on hardware media acceleration.

Importance: LOW

VP9 (HW decode)
AMD Ryzen 5 4500U supports VP9 (HW decode) media codecs, which is narrower support than 76.2% of processors and equal to 3.6% of processors.
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TDP (Thermal design power)
What it is: The rated thermal design power, which gives a general idea of cooling and power needs.
When it matters: When you choose a cooler or build in a tighter case.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <30 W

15 W
AMD Ryzen 5 4500U has a TDP of 15 W which is lower than that of 77.7% of processors and equal to that of 16.1% of processors.
Base power (PL1)
What it is: The sustained power target used for longer CPU loads.
When it matters: When you choose cooling and power delivery for sustained workloads.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <30 W

15 W
AMD Ryzen 5 4500U has a base power of 15 W which is lower than that of 77.2% of processors and equal to that of 16.2% of processors.
Boost power (PL2)
What it is: The short-term boost power limit the processor may draw under heavier turbo loads.
When it matters: When you size cooling and power delivery for peak turbo behavior.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <50 W

25 W
AMD Ryzen 5 4500U has a boost power of 25 W which is lower than that of 83.1% of processors and equal to that of 9.2% of processors.
Tau (power duration limit)
What it is: The time limit the CPU can stay at higher boost power before dropping toward sustained power.
When it matters: When you want to understand turbo behavior under longer loads.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=28 s

N/A
Configurable TDP
What it is: Allows the processor to run in alternate power modes instead of being fixed to one default TDP target.
When it matters: When you want more control over heat, noise, and power draw in compact systems, quieter builds, or thermally limited machines.

Importance: LOW

yes
AMD Ryzen 5 4500U supports configurable TDP. 52.9% of processors support configurable TDP.
cTDP: 10-25 W
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AMD Ryzen 5 4500U vs the average processor

  • 66.7% lower base power
    AMD Ryzen 5 4500U has a lower base power draw than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
    What it is: The sustained power target used for longer CPU loads.
    When it matters: When you choose cooling and power delivery for sustained workloads.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <30 W

    AMD Ryzen 5 4500U has a lower base power draw than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.15 W vs 45 W
  • 60.9% lower boost power
    AMD Ryzen 5 4500U has a lower boost power draw than the average processor (25 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.
    What it is: The short-term boost power limit the processor may draw under heavier turbo loads.
    When it matters: When you size cooling and power delivery for peak turbo behavior.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <50 W

    AMD Ryzen 5 4500U has a lower boost power draw than the average processor (25 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.25 W vs 64 W
  • 41.7% smaller process node
    AMD Ryzen 5 4500U has a lower process node than the average processor (7 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
    What it is: The manufacturing process node used to produce the processor, usually expressed in nanometers.
    When it matters: When efficiency, heat, and the relative modernity of the chip-making process matter to your comparison.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: <10 nm

    AMD Ryzen 5 4500U has a lower process node than the average processor (7 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.7 nm vs 12 nm
  • 5 °C higher TJ Max
    AMD Ryzen 5 4500U has a higher TJ Max than the average processor (105 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor has a TJ Max of 100 °C.
    What it is: The highest safe operating junction temperature before the CPU starts throttling or protecting itself.
    When it matters: When you tune cooling or monitor thermals under load.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >=100 °C

    AMD Ryzen 5 4500U has a higher TJ Max than the average processor (105 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor has a TJ Max of 100 °C.105 °C vs 100 °C
  • 66.7% lower TDP
    AMD Ryzen 5 4500U has a lower TDP than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.
    What it is: The rated thermal design power, which gives a general idea of cooling and power needs.
    When it matters: When you choose a cooler or build in a tighter case.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: <30 W

    AMD Ryzen 5 4500U has a lower TDP than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.15 W vs 45 W
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    AMD Ryzen 5 4500U uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Renoir vs Kaby Lake).
    What it is: The internal core-design codename used for this processor generation.
    When it matters: When you are comparing CPUs at a deeper design level and want to identify the exact architecture behind marketing names.

    Importance: LOW

    AMD Ryzen 5 4500U uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Renoir vs Kaby Lake).Renoir vs Kaby Lake
  • Newer DDR support
    AMD Ryzen 5 4500U supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR4/LPDDR4 vs DDR4).
    What it is: The RAM generation the processor is designed to support, such as DDR4 or DDR5.
    When it matters: When you need the CPU to match the kind of memory platform you want to buy or reuse.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: DDR5

    AMD Ryzen 5 4500U supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR4/LPDDR4 vs DDR4).DDR4/LPDDR4 vs DDR4
  • More advanced foundry
    AMD Ryzen 5 4500U uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (TSMC 7 nm vs Intel 14 nm).
    What it is: The semiconductor manufacturer that physically fabricates the processor chip.
    When it matters: When process source, manufacturing generation, or foundry differences matter to your comparison more than day-to-day performance alone.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    AMD Ryzen 5 4500U uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (TSMC 7 nm vs Intel 14 nm).TSMC 7 nm vs Intel 14 nm
  • 41.7% smaller process node
    AMD Ryzen 5 4500U has a lower process node than the average processor (7 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    AMD Ryzen 5 4500U uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Renoir vs Kaby Lake).
  • More advanced foundry
    AMD Ryzen 5 4500U uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (TSMC 7 nm vs Intel 14 nm).
  • 12.4% smaller die size
    AMD Ryzen 5 4500U has a lower die size than the average processor (156 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
  • Newer DDR support
    AMD Ryzen 5 4500U supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR4/LPDDR4 vs DDR4).
  • 45.4% higher memory speed
    AMD Ryzen 5 4500U has a higher maximum memory speed than the average processor (4,266 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.
  • 66.7% lower base power
    AMD Ryzen 5 4500U has a lower base power draw than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
  • 60.9% lower boost power
    AMD Ryzen 5 4500U has a lower boost power draw than the average processor (25 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.
  • 5 °C higher TJ Max
    AMD Ryzen 5 4500U has a higher TJ Max than the average processor (105 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor has a TJ Max of 100 °C.
  • 66.7% lower TDP
    AMD Ryzen 5 4500U has a lower TDP than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.

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Cache & Architecture
Memory & PCIe
Power & Thermal
  • Older TPM support
    AMD Ryzen 5 4500U supports an older TPM version than the average processor (fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0).
  • No multithreading support
    AMD Ryzen 5 4500U does not support multithreading, the average processor does.
  • 31% weaker multi-core performance
    AMD Ryzen 5 4500U has a lower multi-core performance than the average processor (1,921 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.
  • 7% lower boost clock
    AMD Ryzen 5 4500U has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (4 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
  • 11.9% lower single-core score
    AMD Ryzen 5 4500U has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,296 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
  • 7.4% lower Cinebench R20 single-core score
    AMD Ryzen 5 4500U has a lower Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (448 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.
  • 1 fewer threads per core
    AMD Ryzen 5 4500U has fewer threads per core than the average processor (1 vs 2). The average processor offers 2 threads per core.
  • 2 fewer CPU threads
    AMD Ryzen 5 4500U has fewer CPU threads than the average processor (6 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
  • 22.4% less L3 per core
    AMD Ryzen 5 4500U has less L3 cache per core than the average processor (1.3 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
  • 4 fewer PCIe lanes
    AMD Ryzen 5 4500U has fewer PCIe lanes than the average processor (12 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
    8 usable lanes
  • Narrower media codec support
    AMD Ryzen 5 4500U supports fewer media codecs than the average processor (VP9 (HW decode) vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)).
  • 75% fewer GPU execution units
    AMD Ryzen 5 4500U has fewer GPU execution units than the average processor (6 vs 24). The average processor has 24 GPU execution units.
  • 5 °C higher CPU temperature
    AMD Ryzen 5 4500U has a higher CPU temperature than the average processor (105 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor runs at a CPU temperature of 100 °C.
  • No multithreading support
    AMD Ryzen 5 4500U does not support multithreading, the average processor does.
    What it is: Lets each physical core run more than one thread at the same time, such as with Hyper-Threading or SMT.
    When it matters: When multitasking, rendering, compiling, virtualization, or other thread-heavy work benefits from more total processing threads.

    Importance: HIGH

    AMD Ryzen 5 4500U does not support multithreading, the average processor does.
  • 22.4% less L3 per core
    AMD Ryzen 5 4500U has less L3 cache per core than the average processor (1.3 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
    What it is: The amount of L3 cache effectively available per CPU core.
    When it matters: When you are comparing how much shared cache each core can draw on in deeper technical analysis.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=2 MB/core

    AMD Ryzen 5 4500U has less L3 cache per core than the average processor (1.3 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.1.33 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core
  • 31% weaker multi-core performance
    AMD Ryzen 5 4500U has a lower multi-core performance than the average processor (1,921 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.
    What it is: A Cinebench R20 score that reflects how well the processor handles long, heavy rendering workloads across many cores.
    When it matters: When you care about sustained multi-core performance in rendering, compiling, heavy creation work, or productivity workloads that use many threads.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >4700

    AMD Ryzen 5 4500U has a lower multi-core performance than the average processor (1,921 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.1,921 vs 2,783
  • 7% lower boost clock
    AMD Ryzen 5 4500U has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (4 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
    What it is: The highest clock speed the processor can reach under boost conditions.
    When it matters: When you care about peak speed in short bursts.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >4.7 GHz

    AMD Ryzen 5 4500U has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (4 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.4.0 GHz vs 4.3 GHz
  • Narrower media codec support
    AMD Ryzen 5 4500U supports fewer media codecs than the average processor (VP9 (HW decode) vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)).
    What it is: The hardware media formats the processor can encode or decode directly.
    When it matters: When you stream, edit video, or rely on hardware media acceleration.

    Importance: LOW

    AMD Ryzen 5 4500U supports fewer media codecs than the average processor (VP9 (HW decode) vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)).VP9 (HW decode) vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)
  • 4 fewer PCIe lanes
    AMD Ryzen 5 4500U has fewer PCIe lanes than the average processor (12 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
    8 usable lanes
    What it is: The number of PCIe lanes provided directly by the processor.
    When it matters: When you connect fast GPUs, SSDs, or expansion cards.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=20

    AMD Ryzen 5 4500U has fewer PCIe lanes than the average processor (12 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.12 vs 16
  • 11.9% lower single-core score
    AMD Ryzen 5 4500U has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,296 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
    What it is: A Geekbench 6 score that reflects single-core CPU performance in mixed modern workloads.
    When it matters: When you care about snappy everyday performance in lighter apps, browsing, office work, or tasks that do not scale well across many cores.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >2000

    AMD Ryzen 5 4500U has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,296 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.1,296 vs 1,471
  • 5 °C higher CPU temperature
    AMD Ryzen 5 4500U has a higher CPU temperature than the average processor (105 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor runs at a CPU temperature of 100 °C.
    What it is: The reported operating temperature of the processor.
    When it matters: When you monitor thermals, cooling, or system stability.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: <100 °C

    AMD Ryzen 5 4500U has a higher CPU temperature than the average processor (105 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor runs at a CPU temperature of 100 °C.105 °C vs 100 °C
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What customers like about AMD Ryzen 5 4500U?

  • Excellent value for money, often found in highly competitive budget-friendly laptops.
  • Strong multi-threaded performance due to its 6-core architecture, outperforming many Intel Core i5 and i7 U-series competitors of its time.
  • Highly power-efficient 7nm design that 'sips power,' leading to impressive battery life in ultraportable laptops.
  • Runs significantly cooler than many Intel alternatives under similar workloads.
  • Capable integrated Vega 6 graphics that handle eSports titles like League of Legends and CS:GO at playable frame rates.
  • Substantial generational performance and efficiency leap over the previous Ryzen 5 3500U.

What customers dislike about AMD Ryzen 5 4500U?

  • Lacks SMT (Simultaneous Multithreading), limiting it to 6 threads compared to the 12 threads found in the slightly higher-end Ryzen 5 4600U.
  • Integrated graphics performance is heavily dependent on dual-channel RAM configurations; single-channel memory significantly bottlenecks the iGPU.
  • Struggles with modern AAA games, often requiring 720p resolution and low settings for a playable experience.
  • Lacks dedicated GPU acceleration features found in Intel or NVIDIA competitors, which can impact performance in specific software like Adobe Premiere Pro.
  • Older 'Zen 2' architecture and smaller L3 cache compared to newer Zen 3-based processors.
  • Processor is permanently soldered to the motherboard (FP6 socket), making it impossible for users to upgrade the CPU later.

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laptopmedia.com
15/09/2020
AMD Ryzen 5 4500U vs Intel Core i7-10510U Comparison

The LaptopMedia review indicates a decisive victory for the AMD Ryzen 5 4500U, which outperforms the Intel Core i7-10510U in both rendering and integrated graphics performance. Built on a 7nm process with six cores, the Ryzen 5 4500U offers superior 3D rendering (34% faster) and Photoshop performance (12% faster) compared to the 14nm Intel chip, which relies on a higher 4.90 GHz...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
28/08/2020
AMD Ryzen 5 4500U crushes last year's flagship AMD Ryzen 7 3700U

According to a LaptopMedia comparison, the 7nm AMD Ryzen 5 4500U vastly outperforms the 12nm Ryzen 7 3700U due to superior Zen 2 architecture, higher IPC, and 6 physical cores with an 8MB cache. Performance tests indicate a one-sided victory, with the 4500U delivering nearly double the speed in Photoshop, 45% better rendering in Cinebench 20, and over 180% higher frame rates in...Read more

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phoronix.com
01/06/2020
AMD Ryzen 5 4500U Benchmarks - Phoronix

The AMD Ryzen 5 4500U offers exceptional performance for sub-$600 laptops, featuring six Zen 2 cores, a 2.3GHz base clock, and a 15W TDP that excels in Linux-based benchmarks against Intel rivals. Key strengths include high-value performance, efficient integrated Vega graphics, and stable, power-efficient operation. However, the chip lacks SMT, and early Linux users may face issues...Read more

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techspot.com
23/06/2020
AMD Ryzen 5 4500U Review

The AMD Ryzen 5 4500U, based on 7nm Zen 2 architecture, is a highly efficient 6-core processor that significantly outperforms Intel’s 10th Gen U-series, offering up to 50% faster multi-core performance in tests like Cinebench R20. A major pro is its ability to bring heavy-duty performance to ultraportable laptops, while a key con is the lack of Simultaneous Multithreading (SMT),...Read more

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computerbase.de
25/01/2021
ASRock Mars 4500U with AMD Ryzen Review

The ASRock Mars 4500U is a 0.7-liter, 26mm-thick barebones mini PC powered by an AMD Ryzen 5 4500U, featuring 6-core/6-thread performance with support for up to 64GB DDR4-3200 RAM and dual storage drives (M.2 NVMe + 2.5-inch SATA). It excels in productivity tasks and light 720p/low 1080p gaming, while offering extensive I/O including seven USB ports and legacy VGA support. However,...Read more

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notebooks-und-mobiles.de
28/08/2020
HP ProBook 445 G7 (Ryzen 5 4500U) Review

The HP ProBook 445 G7, powered by an AMD Ryzen 5 4500U, is reviewed as a cost-effective 14-inch business laptop offering exceptional multitasking performance. Key pros include superior audio quality, a durable design, and versatile connectivity, while the primary cons are limited display brightness for outdoor use and restricted sRGB color coverage. The review concludes that while...Read more

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notebooks-und-mobiles.de
05/05/2020
AMD Ryzen 5 4500U vs. Intel Core i5-10210U

The review from notebooks-und-mobiles.de positions the AMD Ryzen 5 4500U as the superior performer over the Intel Core i5-10210U, driven by its 7nm, 6-core architecture compared to Intel's 14nm 4-core, 8-thread design. The Ryzen chip offers roughly 25% better CPU performance and significantly faster integrated Radeon Vega graphics, whereas the Intel chip, while supporting...Read more

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notebooks-und-mobiles.de
02/05/2020
AMD Ryzen 5 4500U (Laptop) Review: Renoir Tested

The AMD Ryzen 5 4500U, based on the 7nm Zen 2 "Renoir" architecture, acts as a "bread-and-butter" processor that disruptive to the mid-range notebook market with its 6 cores. A major pro is its exceptional multi-core and improved single-thread performance, which outperforms many Intel Core i7 U-series and 6-core H-series processors in productivity, while maintaining consistent...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
02/07/2021
Our articles tagged AMD Ryzen 5 4500U

The AMD Ryzen 5 4500U is a 7nm, 6-core/6-thread Renoir processor that delivers massive performance gains over previous generations, offering up to 180% better performance than the older Ryzen 7 3700U. It is highly efficient for thin laptops and features an integrated Radeon RX Vega 6 GPU that provides capable graphics for light gaming. In LaptopMedia benchmarks, it frequently...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
28/08/2020
AMD Ryzen 5 4500U crushes last year's flagship, the Ryzen 7 3700U, with up to 180% better performance

The LaptopMedia review highlights a significant performance leap, with the AMD Ryzen 5 4500U (Zen 2) outperforming the previous year's flagship, the Ryzen 7 3700U (Zen+), in nearly all metrics. Key advantages of the 4500U include a 6-core/6-thread configuration with a larger 8MB L3 cache and support for faster DDR4-3200 memory, delivering up to 45% better 3D rendering and double the...Read more

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notebookcheck.biz
08/11/2020
HP Envy x360 13 2020 Review (Ryzen 5 4500U, RX Vega 6, FHD): The Ryzen 5 Convertible Outperforms the Core i7

The 2020 HP Envy x360 13 featuring the AMD Ryzen 5 4500U is a highly competitive 13.3-inch convertible with a premium, lightweight metal chassis and superior multi-core performance that often outperforms Intel Core i7 alternatives. It boasts a bright, accurate IPS touchscreen, excellent battery life, and a comfortable keyboard, though it lacks Thunderbolt support and has soldered,...Read more

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tomshw.it
06/02/2020
Ryzen 5 4500U: Early reviews are encouraging

The AMD Ryzen 5 4500U, featuring 7nm Zen 2 architecture, delivers exceptional multi-core performance for thin laptops, often matching or exceeding Intel's 10th Gen i7 counterparts in productivity tasks. Key pros include significant performance gains over previous Ryzen 3000 series, strong integrated Vega 6 graphics for light gaming, and enhanced efficiency for improved battery life....Read more

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laptopmedia.com
08/06/2020
AMD Ryzen 3 5300U vs Ryzen 5 4500U Comparison – The Ryzen 5 Performed Better

The AMD Ryzen 5 4500U is a 7nm mid-range processor that revolutionized the laptop market with 6 physical cores, offering exceptional multi-core performance that significantly outperforms previous-generation processors. Pros include high efficiency, cooler operation, and impressive integrated Radeon RX Vega 6 graphics, which are twice as fast as competing Intel UHD solutions for...Read more

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id.nl
08/01/2021
Acer Swift 3 SF314 Review

The Acer Swift 3 SF314 is a highly portable 14-inch laptop featuring a durable aluminum-magnesium chassis and a full HD display suitable for office tasks, priced around €699. It provides solid performance with an AMD Ryzen 5 4500U processor and exceptional battery life, lasting nearly 12 hours in standard usage. While praised for its portability and build quality, limitations...Read more

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