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AMD Ryzen 5 4500U Review | 78 Data compared

Avg. price:~£400PassMark benchmark result:10677N. of physical cores:6CPU boost clock speed:4.0 GHzCPU socket:FP6TDP (Thermal design power):15 W

AMD Ryzen 5 4500U Review: Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Processors category and whether it is worth buying.

5.4

Overall score

Score
5.4/ 10
✕
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 distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 54% of models
Score components

90%

5.4

Technical score

10%

?

User score

▼Worse than 54% of processors
5.4

Technical score

Technical score
5.4/ 10
✕
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 distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 52% of models
Score components

60%

4.8

Performance

18%

5.7

Cache & Architecture

10%

5.6

Memory & PCIe

7%

7.7

Power & Thermal

4%

8.3

Platform

1%

6.2

Integrated Graphics

▼Worse than 52% of processors
?

User score

User score
8.0/ 10
✕
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 distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 91% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

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Best prices

    N/A~ £400

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Technical Specifications of processor AMD Ryzen 5 4500U

Technical score
Technical score
5.4/ 10
✕
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 distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 52% of models
Score components:

60%

4.8

Performance

18%

5.7

Cache & Architecture

10%

5.6

Memory & PCIe

7%

7.7

Power & Thermal

4%

8.3

Platform

1%

6.2

Integrated Graphics

5.4
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
✕
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 distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 91% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

?
Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 10
✕
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.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
AMD Ryzen 5 4500U has a popularity score of 1 point, which is higher than that of 0% of products in this category.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
6.3/ 10
✕
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 distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 63% of models
Score components:

60%

5.4

Overall score

40%

8.4

Price

6.3
Brand name
AMD
Processor type
mobile
Processor type
mobile
▼ Worse than 44% of models
This processor 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
FP6
CPU socket
FP6
▼ Worse than 53% of models
This processor uses the FP6 CPU socket, which is older than that of 52.7% of processors and equal to that of 4.4% of processors.
Chipset
AMD 300 Series, AMD 400 Series, AMD 500 Series
Chipset
AMD 300 Series, AMD 400 Series, AMD 500 Series
▲ Better than 72% of models
This processor 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
x86-64
CPU architecture
x86-64
▲ Better than 2% of models
This processor 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
6
N. of physical cores
6
▲ Better than 50% of models
Market range: <2 – >12
This processor has 6 CPU cores, which is more than 49.9% of processors and equal to 13.4% of processors.
CPU threads
6
CPU threads
6
▼ Worse than 65% of models
Market range: <4 – >24
This processor offers 6 CPU threads, which is fewer than 64.9% of processors and equal to 2.2% of processors.
Threads per core
1
Threads per core
1
▼ Worse than 70% of models
Market range: <0 – >2.5
This processor offers 1 threads per core, which is fewer than 69.8% of processors and equal to 30.2% of processors.
CPU boost clock speed
4 GHz
CPU boost clock speed
4 GHz
▼ Worse than 60% of models
Market range: <3 GHz – >5.5 GHz
This processor reaches a boost clock of 4 GHz which is lower than that of 59.8% of processors and equal to that of 5.1% of processors.
CPU base clock speed
6x 2.3 GHz
CPU base clock speed
6x 2.3 GHz
▼ Worse than 51% of models
This processor has a base clock of 6x2.3 GHz which is lower than that of 50.7% of processors and equal to that of 0.8% of processors.
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Semiconductor size
7 nm
Semiconductor size
7 nm
▲ Better than 72% of models
Market range: <4 nm – >24 nm
This processor 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
TSMC 7 nm
Foundry
TSMC 7 nm
▲ Better than 57% of models
This processor 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
8 MB
L3 cache
8 MB
▼ Worse than 49% of models
Market range: <2 MB – >32 MB
This processor 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
3 MB
L2 cache
3 MB
▲ Better than 51% of models
Market range: <1 MB – >16 MB
This processor has an L2 cache of 3 MB which is larger than that of 50.5% of processors and equal to that of 4.4% of processors.
L1 cache
384 KB
L1 cache
384 KB
▲ Better than 45% of models
Market range: <128 KB – >1.2k KB
This processor has an L1 cache of 384 KB which is larger than that of 44.9% of processors and equal to that of 15.7% of processors.
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DDR memory version
DDR4/LPDDR4
DDR memory version
DDR4/LPDDR4
▲ Better than 60% of models
This processor 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
4,266 MHz
Maximum memory speed
4,266 MHz
▲ Better than 62% of models
Market range: <1.5k MHz – >6.5k MHz
This processor supports memory speeds up to 4,266 MHz, which is higher than that of 61.5% of processors and equal to 2.5% of processors.
Max memory speed (JEDEC)
LPDDR4-4266 MHz
Max memory speed (JEDEC)
LPDDR4-4266 MHz
▲ Better than 59% of models
This processor supports JEDEC memory speeds up to LPDDR4-4266 MHz, which is higher than that of 58.6% of processors and equal to 2.2% of processors.
Max memory speed (XMP / EXPO)
N/A
Maximum memory capacity
64 GB
Maximum memory capacity
64 GB
▼ Worse than 44% of models
Market range: <32 GB – >256 GB
This processor supports up to 64 GB of memory, which is more than 28.4% of processors and equal to 27.5% of processors.
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Integrated graphics
yes
Integrated graphics
yes
▲ Better than 12% of models
This processor includes integrated graphics. 12.4% of processors include integrated graphics.
Integrated GPU model
Radeon Vega 6
Integrated GPU model
Radeon Vega 6
▲ Better than 68% of models
This processor uses the Radeon Vega 6 integrated GPU, which is more advanced than that in 68.5% of processors and equal to that in 2.2% of processors.
Integrated GPU execution units
6
Integrated GPU execution units
6
▼ Worse than 84% of models
Market range: <6 – >64
This processor has 6 GPU execution units, which is fewer than 83.8% of processors and equal to 6.3% of processors.
Integrated GPU base frequency
300 MHz
Integrated GPU base frequency
300 MHz
▼ Worse than 58% of models
Market range: <300 MHz – >800 MHz
This processor has an integrated GPU clock of 300 MHz which is lower than that of 58.1% of processors and equal to that of 37.9% of processors.
Integrated media encoders/decoders
VP9 (HW decode)
Integrated media encoders/decoders
VP9 (HW decode)
▼ Worse than 76% of models
This processor 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)
15 W
TDP (Thermal design power)
15 W
▲ Better than 78% of models
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This processor has a TDP of 15 W which is lower than that of 78% of processors and equal to that of 16% of processors.
Base power (PL1)
15 W
Base power (PL1)
15 W
▲ Better than 77% of models
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This processor has a base power of 15 W which is lower than that of 77.2% of processors and equal to that of 16.3% of processors.
Boost power (PL2)
?
Tau (power duration limit)
N/A
Configurable TDP
yes
Configurable TDP
yes
▲ Better than 47% of models
This processor supports configurable TDP. 47.3% of processors support configurable TDP.
cTDP: 10-25 W
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AMD Ryzen 5 4500U vs the average processor

246810TotalPlatformPerformanceCache & ArchitectureMemory & PCIeIntegrated GraphicsPower & Thermal
  • 66.7% lower base power
    Base power (PL1)
    15 W
    ▲ Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <15 W – >90 W
    This processor 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
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    Microarchitecture codename
    Renoir
    ▲ Better than 57% of models
    This processor uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Renoir vs Kaby Lake).
    Renoir vs Kaby Lake
  • 41.7% smaller process node
    Semiconductor size
    7 nm
    ▲ Better than 72% of models
    Market range: <4 nm – >24 nm
    This processor 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
    Maximum operating temperature (TJ Max)
    105 °C
    ▲ Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <95 °C – >105 °C
    This processor 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
    TDP (Thermal design power)
    15 W
    ▲ Better than 78% of models
    Market range: <15 W – >90 W
    This processor 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
  • Broader instruction support
    Instruction sets
    MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA, BMI1, BMI2, AMD-V
    ▲ Better than 85% of models
    This processor supports a broader instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA, BMI1, BMI2, AMD-V vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).
    MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA, BMI1, BMI2, AMD-V vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA
  • Newer DDR support
    DDR memory version
    DDR4/LPDDR4
    ▲ Better than 60% of models
    This processor supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR4/LPDDR4 vs DDR4).
    DDR4/LPDDR4 vs DDR4
  • More advanced foundry
    Foundry
    TSMC 7 nm
    ▲ Better than 57% of models
    This processor uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (TSMC 7 nm vs Intel 14 nm).
    TSMC 7 nm vs Intel 14 nm
  • Broader instruction support
    Instruction sets
    MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA, BMI1, BMI2, AMD-V
    ▲ Better than 85% of models
    This processor supports a broader instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA, BMI1, BMI2, AMD-V vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).
    MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA, BMI1, BMI2, AMD-V vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    Microarchitecture codename
    Renoir
    ▲ Better than 57% of models
    This processor uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Renoir vs Kaby Lake).
    Renoir vs Kaby Lake
  • 41.7% smaller process node
    Semiconductor size
    7 nm
    ▲ Better than 72% of models
    Market range: <4 nm – >24 nm
    This processor 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
  • More advanced foundry
    Foundry
    TSMC 7 nm
    ▲ Better than 57% of models
    This processor uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (TSMC 7 nm vs Intel 14 nm).
    TSMC 7 nm vs Intel 14 nm
  • Newer DDR support
    DDR memory version
    DDR4/LPDDR4
    ▲ Better than 60% of models
    This processor supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR4/LPDDR4 vs DDR4).
    DDR4/LPDDR4 vs DDR4
  • 45.4% higher memory speed
    Maximum memory speed
    4,266 MHz
    ▲ Better than 62% of models
    Market range: <1.5k MHz – >6.5k MHz
    This processor has a higher maximum memory speed than the average processor (4266 MHz vs 2933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2933 MHz.
    4,266 MHz vs 2,933 MHz
  • 66.7% lower base power
    Base power (PL1)
    15 W
    ▲ Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <15 W – >90 W
    This processor 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
  • 5 °C higher TJ Max
    Maximum operating temperature (TJ Max)
    105 °C
    ▲ Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <95 °C – >105 °C
    This processor 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
    TDP (Thermal design power)
    15 W
    ▲ Better than 78% of models
    Market range: <15 W – >90 W
    This processor 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
  • No multithreading support
    Multithreading
    no
    ▼ Worse than 74% of models
    This processor does not support multithreading, the average processor does. 74.2% of processors support multithreading.
  • 22.4% less L3 per core
    L3 per core
    1.33 MB/core
    ▼ Worse than 77% of models
    Market range: <1 MB/core – >3 MB/core
    This processor has less L3 cache per core than the average processor (1.3 MB/core vs 1.7 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
    1.33 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core
  • 31.2% weaker multi-core performance
    Cinebench R20 multi-core benchmark score
    1921
    ▼ Worse than 62% of models
    Market range: <702 – >10.8k
    This processor has a lower multi-core performance than the average processor (1921 vs 2,791). The average processor scores 2,791 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.
    1,921 vs 2,791
  • 7% lower boost clock
    CPU boost clock speed
    4.0 GHz
    ▼ Worse than 60% of models
    Market range: <3 GHz – >5.5 GHz
    This processor 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
    Integrated media encoders/decoders
    VP9 (HW decode)
    ▼ Worse than 76% of models
    This processor 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
    PCIe lane count
    12
    ▼ Worse than 81% of models
    Market range: <10 – >30
    This processor has fewer PCIe lanes than the average processor (12 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
    8 usable lanes
    12 vs 16
  • 11.9% lower single-core score
    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    1,296
    ▼ Worse than 59% of models
    Market range: <561 – >2.7k
    This processor 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
    CPU temperature
    105 °C
    ▼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <95 °C – >105 °C
    This processor 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
  • 60% more expensive
    AMD Ryzen 5 4500U is more expensive than the average processor (£400 vs £250).
    £400 vs £250
  • Older TPM support
    TPM type
    fTPM 2.0
    ▼ Worse than 59% of models
    This processor supports an older TPM version than the average processor (fTPM 2 vs PTT 2).
    fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0
  • No multithreading support
    Multithreading
    no
    ▼ Worse than 74% of models
    This processor does not support multithreading, the average processor does. 74.2% of processors support multithreading.
  • 31.2% weaker multi-core performance
    Cinebench R20 multi-core benchmark score
    1921
    ▼ Worse than 62% of models
    Market range: <702 – >10.8k
    This processor has a lower multi-core performance than the average processor (1921 vs 2,791). The average processor scores 2,791 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.
    1,921 vs 2,791
  • 7% lower boost clock
    CPU boost clock speed
    4.0 GHz
    ▼ Worse than 60% of models
    Market range: <3 GHz – >5.5 GHz
    This processor 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
  • 11.9% lower single-core score
    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    1,296
    ▼ Worse than 59% of models
    Market range: <561 – >2.7k
    This processor 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
  • 8.4% lower Cinebench R20 single-core score
    Cinebench R20 single-core benchmark score
    448
    ▼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <282 – >775
    This processor has a lower Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (448 vs 489). The average processor scores 489 in Cinebench R20 single-core.
    448 vs 489
  • 2 fewer CPU threads
    CPU threads
    6
    ▼ Worse than 65% of models
    Market range: <4 – >24
    This processor has fewer CPU threads than the average processor (6 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
    6 vs 8
  • 1 fewer threads per core
    Threads per core
    1
    ▼ Worse than 70% of models
    Market range: <0 – >2.5
    This processor has fewer threads per core than the average processor (1 vs 2). The average processor offers 2 threads per core.
    1 vs 2
  • 3.8% weaker single-core performance
    PassMark single-core benchmark score
    2,404
    ▼ Worse than 53% of models
    Market range: <1.4k – >4k
    This processor has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (2,404 vs 2,500). The average processor scores 2,500 in PassMark single-core.
    2,404 vs 2,500
  • 22.4% less L3 per core
    L3 per core
    1.33 MB/core
    ▼ Worse than 77% of models
    Market range: <1 MB/core – >3 MB/core
    This processor has less L3 cache per core than the average processor (1.3 MB/core vs 1.7 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
    1.33 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core
  • 4 fewer PCIe lanes
    PCIe lane count
    12
    ▼ Worse than 81% of models
    Market range: <10 – >30
    This processor has fewer PCIe lanes than the average processor (12 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
    8 usable lanes
    12 vs 16
  • Narrower media codec support
    Integrated media encoders/decoders
    VP9 (HW decode)
    ▼ Worse than 76% of models
    This processor 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)
  • 75% fewer GPU execution units
    Integrated GPU execution units
    6
    ▼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <6 – >64
    This processor has fewer GPU execution units than the average processor (6 vs 24). The average processor has 24 GPU execution units.
    6 vs 24
  • 5 °C higher CPU temperature
    CPU temperature
    105 °C
    ▼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <95 °C – >105 °C
    This processor 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

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

9.0
UFD Gaming
≈ estimated
25/06/2020
Benchmark review · game tests versus MX250 dedicated GPU
Verdict
AMD Ryzen 5 4500U is a strong integrated-graphics chip that beats the MX250 in most games and is hard to beat for a budget laptop.
9.5
Hardware Unboxed
≈ estimated
12/06/2020
Hands-on review · benchmarks, gaming and battery notes
Verdict
AMD Ryzen 5 4500U is an easy pick on performance over Intel's mainstream chip for most buyers, though battery life remains unknown.
Not graded yet
Hands-on video, no verdict
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

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laptopmedia.com
15/09/2020
Summary of the review
[Comparison] AMD Ryzen 5 4500U vs Intel Core i7-10510U
laptopmedia.com
28/08/2020
Benchmark comparison · Laptop chips
Verdict
AMD Ryzen 5 4500U beats last year's Ryzen 7 3700U in every test here, running nearly twice as fast in Photoshop despite having fewer graphics cores.
phoronix.com
01/06/2020
Linux benchmark · Laptop chip
Verdict
AMD Ryzen 5 4500U is a six-core laptop chip that installs Ubuntu easily, but its graphics only work after a kernel upgrade to 5.6 or 5.7.
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techspot.com
23/06/2020
Summary of the review
AMD Ryzen 5 4500U Review - TechSpot
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computerbase.de
25/01/2021
Summary of the review
ASRock Mars 4500U with AMD Ryzen Review
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notebooks-und-mobiles.de
28/08/2020
Summary of the review
HP ProBook 445 G7 (Ryzen 5 4500U) Review
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notebooks-und-mobiles.de
05/05/2020
Notebook test · Laptop chip comparison
Verdict
AMD Ryzen 5 4500U beats Intel's Core i5-10210U in CPU and graphics tests while drawing less power, and holds its speed in long, demanding workloads.
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02/05/2020
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What we 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 we don't like 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.

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.

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