Name: AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX
Brand: AMD

Technical Specifications of processor AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX

Overall score

7.2

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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.

Platform

8.7

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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

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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

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

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

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

Performance

6.7

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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+

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+

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

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

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

Cache & Architecture

8.1

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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

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

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

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

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

Memory & PCIe

8.1

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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

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

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

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

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

Integrated Graphics

7.9

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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

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

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

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

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

Power & Thermal

6.5

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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

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

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

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

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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

AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX vs the average processor

Why is AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX better than the average processor?

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88.8% higher single-core score
AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,777 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 7 8745HX has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,777 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.2,777 vs 1,471
2.81x higher multi-core score
AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (13,482 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
What it is: A Geekbench 6 score that reflects multi-core CPU performance in mixed modern workloads.
When it matters: When you want a quick picture of multi-core speed in everyday mixed workloads, multitasking, and broadly optimized software.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: >8500
AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (13,482 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.13,482 vs 4,793
55% better single-core performance
AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,849 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
What it is: A benchmark score that reflects single-core CPU performance.
When it matters: When you care about responsiveness in lighter or older software.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: >3200
AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,849 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.3,849 vs 2,483
More advanced microarchitecture
AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Dragon Range Refresh 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 7 8745HX uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Dragon Range Refresh vs Kaby Lake).Dragon Range Refresh vs Kaby Lake
3.01x higher PassMark score
AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (31,679 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
What it is: A benchmark score that gives a broad idea of overall processor performance.
When it matters: When you want a quick overall performance comparison.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: >19000
AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (31,679 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.31,679 vs 10,532.5
18.6% higher boost clock
AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (5.1 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 7 8745HX has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (5.1 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.5.1 GHz vs 4.3 GHz
12 more PCIe lanes
AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (28 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe 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 7 8745HX has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (28 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.28 vs 16
Newer PCIe version
AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (5 vs 3.0).
What it is: The newest PCIe generation the processor can use directly for graphics cards, SSDs, and other high-speed expansion devices.
When it matters: When you want support for newer GPUs or SSDs, or more bandwidth for high-speed expansion hardware.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: 4.0
AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (5 vs 3.0).5.0 vs 3.0
5 year/s newer release date
AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX has a newer release date than the average processor (2,025 vs 2,020).
88.8% higher single-core score
AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,777 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
55% better single-core performance
AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,849 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
2.81x higher multi-core score
AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (13,482 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
3.01x higher PassMark score
AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (31,679 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
18.6% higher boost clock
AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (5.1 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
Unlocked for overclocking
AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX has an unlocked multiplier, the average processor does not.
8 more CPU threads
AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX has more CPU threads than the average processor (16 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
2 more CPU cores
AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX has more CPU cores than the average processor (8 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
More advanced microarchitecture
AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Dragon Range Refresh vs Kaby Lake).
4x larger L3 cache
AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX has a higher L3 cache than the average processor (32 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.
2.33x more L3 per core
AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX has more L3 cache per core than the average processor (4 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
58.3% smaller process node
AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX has a lower process node than the average processor (5 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
3.2x larger L2 cache
AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX has a higher L2 cache than the average processor (8 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.
More advanced foundry
AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (TSMC 5 nm vs Intel 14 nm).
2x more L2 per core
AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX has more L2 cache per core than the average processor (1 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core). The average processor provides 0.5 MB/core of L2 cache per core.
33.3% larger L1 cache
AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX has a higher L1 cache than the average processor (512 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.
12 more PCIe lanes
AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (28 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
Newer PCIe version
AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (5 vs 3.0).
Supports memory overclocking
AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not.
81.7% higher memory bandwidth
AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX has a higher memory bandwidth than the average processor (83.2 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s). The average processor offers memory bandwidth of 45.8 GB/s.
77.3% higher memory speed
AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX has a higher maximum memory speed than the average processor (5,200 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.
Newer DDR support
AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR5 vs DDR4).
Better integrated GPU
AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX uses a better integrated GPU than the average processor (Radeon 610M vs Intel UHD Graphics 630).
1 more supported displays
AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX has more supported displays than the average processor (4 vs 3). The average processor supports 3 displays.

Why is AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX worse than the average processor?

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Older TPM support
AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX supports an older TPM version than the average processor (fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0).
91.7% fewer GPU execution units
AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX has fewer GPU execution units than the average processor (2 vs 24). The average processor has 24 GPU execution units.
22.2% higher base power
AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX has a higher base power draw than the average processor (55 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
22.2% higher TDP
AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX has a higher TDP than the average processor (55 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.
91.7% fewer GPU execution units
AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX has fewer GPU execution units than the average processor (2 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 7 8745HX has fewer GPU execution units than the average processor (2 vs 24). The average processor has 24 GPU execution units.2 vs 24
22.2% higher base power
AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX has a higher base power draw than the average processor (55 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 7 8745HX has a higher base power draw than the average processor (55 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.55 W vs 45 W
Older TPM support
AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX 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
AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX supports an older TPM version than the average processor (fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0).fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0
22.2% higher TDP
AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX has a higher TDP than the average processor (55 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 7 8745HX has a higher TDP than the average processor (55 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.55 W vs 45 W

Third-party reviews

What customers like about AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX?

High gaming performance when paired with a dedicated GPU (e.g., RTX 40/50 series)
Excellent value for money compared to higher-end Ryzen 9 or Intel equivalents
Strong multi-threaded performance suitable for AI development, coding, and video editing
Improved power efficiency and thermals due to the 5nm Zen 4 architecture
Unlocked multiplier allows for easy overclocking to gain additional performance
Support for PCIe 5.0 with 28 lanes for high-speed NVMe SSDs and GPUs

What customers dislike about AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX?

Lacks a dedicated NPU (Neural Processing Unit), making it less 'future-proof' for on-device AI tasks compared to the 8845HS
Slower integrated graphics (Radeon 610M) compared to the Radeon 780M found in 'HS' series chips
RAM support is limited to DDR5-5200, which is slower than some competitors
May experience high operating temperatures (up to 100°C) under heavy load in some laptop designs
Lacks native Thunderbolt support, relying instead on USB4
Basically a rebadge of the older Ryzen 7 7745HX with minimal architectural changes

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