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AMD Ryzen 5 4600H Review | 78 Data compared

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  • Avg. price: ~£110
  • PassMark benchmark result: 14140
  • N. of physical cores: 6
  • CPU boost clock speed: 4.0 GHz

AMD Ryzen 5 4600H review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

5.4

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%

5.4

Technical Score

10.0%

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User score

Good
5.4

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%

4.8

Performance

18.0%

5.9

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

5.5

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

6.6

Power & Thermal

4.0%

8.2

Platform

1.0%

7.1

Integrated Graphics

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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

  • 3.7
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    4.0

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    3.9

    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

  • 5.7
    Video editing

    Score components:

    45.0%

    9.0

    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    2.6

    N. of physical cores

    20.0%

    4.0

    CPU threads

    15.0%

    2.1

    L3 cache

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Verdict

The AMD Ryzen 5 4600H is a high-performance mobile processor based on the 7nm Zen 2 architecture, specifically designed for gaming and productivity laptops. It features 6 cores and 12 threads with a base clock of 3.0 GHz and a turbo boost up to 4.0 GHz, supported by 8MB of L3 cache and a standard 45W TDP. Main pros include exceptional multi-threaded performance that rivalled much more expensive Intel Core i7 and i9 chips of its era, high energy efficiency due to the TSMC 7nm process, and capable integrated Radeon RX Vega 6 graphics. However, its main cons include its age as a 2020-released part which may bottleneck modern AAA titles, lack of an unlocked multiplier for overclocking, and a high reliance on dual-channel memory to reach its full potential.

Technical Specifications of processor AMD Ryzen 5 4600H

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

5.4
AMD Ryzen 5 4600H has a technical score of 5.38 points, which is higher than that of 53.1% 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 4600H 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%

5.4

Overall score

40.0%

9.9

Price

6.8
AMD Ryzen 5 4600H has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.8 points, which is higher than 65.9% 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 4600H 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 4600H 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

N/A
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 4600H 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 4600H 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+

12
AMD Ryzen 5 4600H offers 12 CPU threads, which is more than 55.1% of processors and equal to 14.1% 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

2
AMD Ryzen 5 4600H offers 2 threads per core, which is more than 30.4% of processors and equal to 69.6% 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 4600H 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 3.0 GHz
AMD Ryzen 5 4600H has a base clock of 6x3.0 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 4600H 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 4600H 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 4600H 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 4600H 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 4600H 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 4600H 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 4600H 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 4600H 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 4600H 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 4600H 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 4600H 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 4600H 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 4600H 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

H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode)
AMD Ryzen 5 4600H supports H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode) media codecs, which is broader support than 56.2% of processors and equal to 9.5% 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

45 W
AMD Ryzen 5 4600H has a TDP of 45 W which is lower than that of 39.9% of processors and equal to that of 11.4% 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

45 W
AMD Ryzen 5 4600H has a base power of 45 W which is lower than that of 39.7% of processors and equal to that of 11.6% 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

54 W
AMD Ryzen 5 4600H has a boost power of 54 W which is lower than that of 62.1% of processors and equal to that of 4% 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 4600H supports configurable TDP. 52.9% of processors support configurable TDP.
cTDP: 35 W
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AMD Ryzen 5 4600H vs the average processor

  • 41.7% smaller process node
    AMD Ryzen 5 4600H 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 4600H 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 4600H 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 4600H 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
  • 4 more CPU threads
    AMD Ryzen 5 4600H has more CPU threads than the average processor (12 vs 8). The average processor has 8 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+

    AMD Ryzen 5 4600H has more CPU threads than the average processor (12 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.12 vs 8
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    AMD Ryzen 5 4600H 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 4600H uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Renoir vs Kaby Lake).Renoir vs Kaby Lake
  • 49.1% higher memory bandwidth
    AMD Ryzen 5 4600H has a higher memory bandwidth than the average processor (68.3 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s). The average processor offers memory bandwidth of 45.8 GB/s.
    What it is: The maximum theoretical memory bandwidth the processor can support.
    When it matters: When memory-heavy workloads matter to you.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >75 GB/s

    AMD Ryzen 5 4600H has a higher memory bandwidth than the average processor (68.3 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s). The average processor offers memory bandwidth of 45.8 GB/s.68.3 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s
  • Newer DDR support
    AMD Ryzen 5 4600H 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 4600H supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR4/LPDDR4 vs DDR4).DDR4/LPDDR4 vs DDR4
  • More advanced foundry
    AMD Ryzen 5 4600H 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 4600H uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (TSMC 7 nm vs Intel 14 nm).TSMC 7 nm vs Intel 14 nm
  • Includes crypto acceleration
    AMD Ryzen 5 4600H includes crypto acceleration, the average processor does not.
    What it is: Built-in hardware support for accelerating encryption and cryptographic tasks.
    When it matters: When encryption speed or secure workloads matter to you.

    Importance: LOW

    AMD Ryzen 5 4600H includes crypto acceleration, the average processor does not.AES, SHA, RSA/PKA vs AES, SHA
  • Includes crypto acceleration
    AMD Ryzen 5 4600H includes crypto acceleration, the average processor does not.
  • Broader instruction support
    AMD Ryzen 5 4600H 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 vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).
  • 4 more CPU threads
    AMD Ryzen 5 4600H has more CPU threads than the average processor (12 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
  • 23.5% better multi-core performance
    AMD Ryzen 5 4600H has a higher multi-core performance than the average processor (3,438 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.
  • 34.3% higher PassMark score
    AMD Ryzen 5 4600H has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (14,140 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
  • 41.7% smaller process node
    AMD Ryzen 5 4600H 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 4600H uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Renoir vs Kaby Lake).
  • More advanced foundry
    AMD Ryzen 5 4600H 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 4600H has a lower die size than the average processor (156 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
  • 49.1% higher memory bandwidth
    AMD Ryzen 5 4600H has a higher memory bandwidth than the average processor (68.3 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s). The average processor offers memory bandwidth of 45.8 GB/s.
  • Newer DDR support
    AMD Ryzen 5 4600H supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR4/LPDDR4 vs DDR4).
  • 45.4% higher memory speed
    AMD Ryzen 5 4600H 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.
  • 1 more supported displays
    AMD Ryzen 5 4600H has more supported displays than the average processor (4 vs 3). The average processor supports 3 displays.
  • 5 °C higher TJ Max
    AMD Ryzen 5 4600H has a higher TJ Max than the average processor (105 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor has a TJ Max of 100 °C.
  • 15.6% lower boost power
    AMD Ryzen 5 4600H has a lower boost power draw than the average processor (54 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.

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Platform
Performance
Cache & Architecture
Memory & PCIe
Integrated Graphics
Power & Thermal
  • Older TPM support
    AMD Ryzen 5 4600H supports an older TPM version than the average processor (fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0).
  • 7% lower boost clock
    AMD Ryzen 5 4600H 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.
  • 7% lower Cinebench R20 single-core score
    AMD Ryzen 5 4600H has a lower Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (450 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.
  • 5.8% lower single-core score
    AMD Ryzen 5 4600H has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,385 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
  • 75% fewer GPU execution units
    AMD Ryzen 5 4600H has fewer GPU execution units than the average processor (6 vs 24). The average processor has 24 GPU execution units.
  • Narrower media codec support
    AMD Ryzen 5 4600H supports fewer media codecs than the average processor (H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode) vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)).
  • 5 °C higher CPU temperature
    AMD Ryzen 5 4600H 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.
  • 7% lower boost clock
    AMD Ryzen 5 4600H 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 4600H 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
  • 5 °C higher CPU temperature
    AMD Ryzen 5 4600H 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 4600H 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
  • 7% lower Cinebench R20 single-core score
    AMD Ryzen 5 4600H has a lower Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (450 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.
    What it is: A Cinebench R20 benchmark score that reflects single-core CPU performance.
    When it matters: When you care about lighter workloads, interface responsiveness, or software that still depends heavily on one fast core.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >600

    AMD Ryzen 5 4600H has a lower Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (450 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.450 vs 484
  • 75% fewer GPU execution units
    AMD Ryzen 5 4600H has fewer GPU execution units than the average processor (6 vs 24). The average processor has 24 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

    AMD Ryzen 5 4600H has fewer GPU execution units than the average processor (6 vs 24). The average processor has 24 GPU execution units.6 vs 24
  • Narrower media codec support
    AMD Ryzen 5 4600H supports fewer media codecs than the average processor (H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), 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 4600H supports fewer media codecs than the average processor (H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode) vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)).H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode) vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)
  • 5.8% lower single-core score
    AMD Ryzen 5 4600H has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,385 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 4600H has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,385 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.1,385 vs 1,471
  • Older TPM support
    AMD Ryzen 5 4600H supports an older TPM version than the average processor (fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0).
    What it is: The kind of TPM security support associated with the processor or its platform.
    When it matters: When operating-system requirements, device encryption, enterprise security, or platform trust features matter.

    Importance: LOW

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What customers like about AMD Ryzen 5 4600H?

  • Exceptional multi-core performance for its price class, often rivaling or beating Intel Core i7 10th Gen processors in productivity tasks
  • Strong value for money, frequently described as a top choice for entry-level and mid-range gaming laptops
  • High efficiency due to the 7nm Zen 2 architecture, leading to better battery life in many laptop models
  • Impressive performance in creative workloads like video editing (Premiere Pro) and photo editing (Photoshop)
  • Reliable integrated Radeon Vega 6 graphics that can handle many modern games at decent frame rates even without a dedicated GPU

What customers dislike about AMD Ryzen 5 4600H?

  • Lower single-core performance compared to some Intel competitors and newer Ryzen 5000 series chips, which can impact specific high-refresh gaming scenarios
  • Becomes a potential bottleneck for high-end dedicated GPUs (like RTX 2060 or higher) in newer, CPU-intensive game releases
  • Locked multiplier prevents manual overclocking for enthusiasts seeking extra performance
  • Performance is heavily dependent on the laptop's specific cooling system and memory configuration (suffers significantly in single-channel RAM setups)
  • Considered outdated by current standards as it has been superseded by multiple generations (5000, 6000, and 7000 series) with significant IPC improvements

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laptopmedia.com
30/03/2021
All our articles tagged with Ryzen 5 4600H on YouTube

The AMD Ryzen 5 4600H, based on the 7nm Zen 2 architecture, is a high-performance, 6-core/12-thread mobile processor designed for entry-level gaming and high-performance productivity devices. Benchmarking shows the chip excels in multi-threaded tasks, delivering significant performance leads over competitors like the 10th Gen Intel Core i5-10300H, with substantial improvements over...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
10/11/2020
[Comparison] AMD Ryzen 5 4600H vs Intel Core i7-1065G7

According to a LaptopMedia comparison, the 6-core/12-thread AMD Ryzen 5 4600H (45W TDP) significantly outperforms the 4-core/8-thread Intel Core i7-1065G7 (15W TDP) in multi-threaded tasks, rendering traditional tier rankings obsolete. Benchmarks show the Ryzen 5 is nearly twice as fast in Cinebench 15 3D rendering, though the Intel chip holds a negligible 3% advantage in Photoshop....Read more

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techspot.com
19/05/2020
AMD Ryzen 5 4600H Review: The Fastest Entry-Level Laptop CPU Ever

The TechSpot review identifies the AMD Ryzen 5 4600H as a dominant entry-level laptop CPU, offering superior 6-core/12-thread 7nm Zen 2 performance that outclasses more expensive Intel alternatives. Key advantages include industry-leading multi-threaded efficiency in tasks like Blender and Handbrake, paired with capable integrated Radeon Vega 6 graphics. While offering high...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
23/07/2021
AMD Ryzen 5 5600H vs Ryzen 5 4600H Comparison

LaptopMedia compares the AMD Ryzen 5 5600H and 4600H, highlighting a generational shift from Zen 2 to Zen 3 that gives the 5600H a 16MB L3 cache and higher clock speeds, resulting in superior raw performance. While the 5600H shows significant advantages in 3D rendering (7% higher in Cinebench 20) and Photoshop speed, the 4600H offers better value for budget-conscious users as a,...Read more

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valid.x86.fr
30/03/2026
CPU-Z Benchmark for AMD Ryzen 5 4600H (4T) - x86 Valid

The Intel Core i9-14900KS, as shown in the CPU-Z benchmark, represents the peak of the Raptor Lake Refresh architecture with 24 cores (8 E) and a 6.2 GHz maximum turbo frequency. It sets records in single-threaded performance with scores exceeding 940–960 points, offering roughly 3–5% higher speed than the 13900KS. This CPU serves as a top-binned "guaranteed winner" for...Read more

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forbes.com.mx
11/06/2021
Huawei MateBook D 16: Great versatility and power, but...

The Huawei MateBook D 16, featured in Forbes Mexico, is a portable 16.1-inch laptop with a durable aluminum chassis designed to balance large-screen productivity with mobility. Key pros include the immersive 16:10 "FullView" display with narrow bezels, a comfortable, full-sized keyboard, and a robust selection of ports for connectivity. Performance is strong for demanding tasks,...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
10/01/2020
AMD Ryzen 5 4600H - Specifications and Benchmarks

The AMD Ryzen 5 4600H is a 7nm Zen 2, 6-core/12-thread mobile processor designed for budget-friendly gaming, offering exceptional multi-core performance that often outperforms costlier Intel competitors in rendering and video encoding. Its 7nm process enables superior energy efficiency, though it is limited by slightly weaker single-thread performance compared to higher-end...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
05/10/2020
AMD Ryzen 5 4600H vs Ryzen 7 4800H Comparison – Ryzen 7 Leads the Way by 17%

The LaptopMedia comparison between the AMD Ryzen 7 4800H and Ryzen 5 4600H highlights a significant performance gap, with the 8-core/16-thread Ryzen 7 delivering superior multi-threaded results, particularly a 26% lead in 3D rendering tasks. A key pro for the Ryzen 7 is its high-end horsepower, while a con for both processors is that they share a similar 45W TDP, requiring similar...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
23/07/2021
AMD Ryzen 5 5600H vs Ryzen 5 4600H Comparison: Even in defeat, the Ryzen 5 4600H is still worth considering", "AMD Ryzen 5 5600H vs Ryzen 5 4600H: Des...

The LaptopMedia review compares the AMD Ryzen 5 5600H (Zen 3) to the Ryzen 5 4600H (Zen 2), highlighting the performance leap between the 6-core/12-thread generations. While both share a 45W TDP, the 5600H offers a higher boost clock (4.2 GHz vs. 4.0 GHz) and double the L3 cache at 16MB. The 5600H (pro) leads in 3D rendering (7% faster) and 2D tasks (1.5s faster) due to its superior...Read more

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techtesters.eu
20/09/2019
AMD Ryzen 5 Review & Buying Advice - Techtesters

The TechTesters review identifies the AMD Ryzen 5 3600 as the definitive mid-range value king, recommending it over the 3600X due to negligible real-world performance differences. It is praised for exceptional 6-core/12-thread multi-threading capabilities, offering high versatility in gaming, multitasking, and content creation. Furthermore, the CPU boasts superior power efficiency...Read more

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hardware.info
24/04/2023
Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming: Gaming laptop with GTX 1650 for 555 euros - Comparison table - Hardware Info

The Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 (15ARH05), featuring an AMD Ryzen 5 4600H and GTX 1650, is lauded by Hardware Info as a premier budget gaming laptop for roughly €555, delivering exceptional value through superior multi-threaded performance,. Key advantages include a subtle, professional design suitable for work or study, and a high-quality keyboard with impressive tactile feedback,....Read more

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hardware.info
24/04/2023
Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming Review: Gaming Laptop with GTX 1650 for 555 Euros - Benchmarks & Display

The Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 (15ARH05) is a budget-focused gaming laptop featuring an AMD Ryzen 5 4600H and NVIDIA GTX 1650 that delivers strong 1080p performance for the price. While it offers effective thermal management, the laptop is limited by a 250-nit display with poor color accuracy and 8GB of RAM, which requires an upgrade to 16GB for optimal performance. The machine boasts...Read more

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tweakers.net
01/06/2023
Laptop Best Buy Guide - June 2023: Affordable yet powerful with Ryzen 5

The June 2023 Tweakers Laptop Best Buy Guide highlights that post-pandemic inventory surpluses have created excellent, low-cost options, with the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ALC6 (Ryzen 5 5500U) recommended as the sub-€500 choice for its high performance-to-price ratio. Pros for this budget option include its speed, while cons are a modest 38Wh battery, lack of backlit keyboard/fingerprint...Read more

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notebookcheck.nl
11/03/2020
Asus TUF Gaming A15 hands-on review: AMD meets Nvidia

The Asus TUF Gaming A15 (FA506), featuring the AMD Ryzen 5 4600H, offers high-value, entry-level gaming with exceptional multi-core performance and impressive battery life, particularly with the 90Wh option. While the "military-grade" chassis is durable, the design relies heavily on plastic and includes a 144Hz display that is limited by low brightness and poor color accuracy...Read more

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notebookcheck.nl
19/09/2020
Honor MagicBook Pro Review: AMD Ryzen 5 4600H Performance!

The Honor MagicBook Pro 4600H, reviewed by Notebookcheck, is a 16.1-inch multimedia laptop offering high performance through an AMD Ryzen 5 4600H processor at a competitive price point. It features a high-quality, matte IPS display with 100% sRGB coverage and a lightweight aluminum chassis with a 90% screen-to-body ratio. Key advantages include efficient cooling, surprisingly rich...Read more

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tweakers.net
09/07/2023
Laptop Best Buy Guide August 2023: The best laptops under 500 euros

The August 2023 Tweakers Laptop Best Buy Guide focuses on "back-to-school" options across several budget categories, prioritizing functional specs and value. In the €500 range, the Medion Akoya E16423 and ASUS Vivobook Go 15 are recommended for featuring IPS screens and decent SSDs, though they feature plastic builds and non-upgradeable RAM. The €700 mainstream segment highlights...Read more

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