AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS Review | 78 Data compared

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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£350
  • Avg. price in US: ~$460
  • PassMark benchmark result: 28406
  • N. of physical cores: 8
  • CPU boost clock speed: 5.1 GHz

AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

6.6

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%

6.6

Technical Score

10.0%

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User score

Good
6.6

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%

6.1

Performance

18.0%

7.3

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

7.6

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

6.7

Power & Thermal

4.0%

8.5

Platform

1.0%

8.1

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

  • 6.2
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    7.0

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    6.8

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    7.9

    CPU boost clock speed

    17.0%

    3.3

    L3 cache

    8.0%

    3.5

    N. of physical cores

  • 5.0
    Video editing

    Score components:

    45.0%

    6.1

    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    3.5

    N. of physical cores

    20.0%

    5.2

    CPU threads

    15.0%

    3.3

    L3 cache

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Best prices in UK

    N/A~ £350

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Verdict

The AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS is a high-performance 8-core, 16-thread laptop processor based on the 4nm Zen 4 'Hawk Point' architecture, featuring a base clock of 3.8 GHz and a boost clock of up to 5.1 GHz. Key characteristics include its powerful Radeon 780M integrated graphics and a dedicated XDNA-based Neural Processing Unit (NPU) delivering up to 16 TOPS for AI workloads, all within a configurable TDP of 35-54W. Its main pros are exceptional energy efficiency, leading integrated graphics performance for 1080p gaming, and robust multi-threaded capabilities for productivity. However, notable cons include a locked multiplier that prevents traditional overclocking and a reliance on high-speed system RAM for optimal graphics performance due to the lack of dedicated VRAM.

Technical Specifications of processor AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS

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

6.6
AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS has a technical score of 6.62 points, which is higher than that of 76.4% 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 7 8845HS 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%

6.6

Overall score

40.0%

8.7

Price

7.2
AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS has a quality-to-price ratio of 7.2 points, which is higher than 77% 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 7 8845HS 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

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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

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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 7 8845HS 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+

8
AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS has 8 CPU cores, which is more than 63.4% of processors and equal to 13.6% 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+

16
AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS offers 16 CPU threads, which is more than 71.1% of processors and equal to 13.9% 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 7 8845HS 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

5.1 GHz
AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS reaches a boost clock of 5.1 GHz which is higher than that of 86.1% of processors and equal to that of 4.1% 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

8 x 3.8 GHz
AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS has a base clock of 8x3.8 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

4 nm
AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS uses a 4 nm process node, which is more advanced than that of 88.4% of processors and equal to that of 7.5% 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 4 nm
AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS is built on the TSMC 4 nm foundry process, which is more advanced than that of 87% of processors and equal to that of 7.5% 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

16 MB
AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS has an L3 cache of 16 MB which is larger than that of 64.2% of processors and equal to that of 12.7% 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

8 MB
AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS has an L2 cache of 8 MB which is larger than that of 73.5% of processors and equal to that of 4.3% 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

512 KB
AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS has an L1 cache of 512 KB which is larger than that of 63.6% of processors and equal to that of 9.5% 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

DDR5
AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS supports DDR DDR5, which is newer than that of 66.4% of processors and equal to that of 12.6% 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

7,500 MHz
AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS supports memory speeds up to 7,500 MHz, which is higher than that of 93.3% of processors and equal to 3.7% 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

DDR5-5600 MHz
AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS supports JEDEC memory speeds up to DDR5-5,600 MHz, which is higher than that of 80.3% of processors and equal to 5.1% 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

256 GB
AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS supports up to 256 GB of memory, which is more than 89.4% of processors and equal to 8.3% 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

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AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS 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 780M
AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS uses the Radeon 780M integrated GPU, which is more advanced than that in 95.8% of processors and equal to that in 1.9% 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

12
AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS has 12 GPU execution units, which is fewer than 62.8% of processors and equal to 9.2% 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

800 MHz
AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS has an integrated GPU clock of 800 MHz which is higher than that of 90.8% of processors and equal to that of 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 7 8845HS 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

45 W
AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS 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 7 8845HS 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

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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 7 8845HS supports configurable TDP. 52.9% of processors support configurable TDP.
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AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS vs the average processor

  • 2.75x higher multi-core score
    AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (13,188 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 8845HS has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (13,188 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.13,188 vs 4,793
  • 50.2% better single-core performance
    AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,729 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 8845HS has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,729 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.3,729 vs 2,483
  • 18.6% higher boost clock
    AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS 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 8845HS 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
  • 2.7x higher PassMark score
    AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (28,406 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 8845HS has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (28,406 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.28,406 vs 10,532.5
  • 58.3% higher single-core score
    AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,328 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 8845HS has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,328 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.2,328 vs 1,471
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Hawk Point 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 8845HS uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Hawk Point vs Kaby Lake).Hawk Point vs Kaby Lake
  • 4x more memory capacity
    AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS has more maximum memory capacity than the average processor (256 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
    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

    AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS has more maximum memory capacity than the average processor (256 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.256 GB vs 64 GB
  • 2.56x higher memory speed
    AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS has a higher maximum memory speed than the average processor (7,500 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.
    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

    AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS has a higher maximum memory speed than the average processor (7,500 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.7,500 MHz vs 2,933 MHz
  • 3 year/s newer release date
    AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS has a newer release date than the average processor (2023 vs 2020).
  • Includes crypto acceleration
    AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS includes crypto acceleration, the average processor does not.
  • 2.75x higher multi-core score
    AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (13,188 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
  • 50.2% better single-core performance
    AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,729 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • 18.6% higher boost clock
    AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS 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.
  • 2.7x higher PassMark score
    AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (28,406 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
  • 58.3% higher single-core score
    AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,328 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
  • 8 more CPU threads
    AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS 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 8845HS has more CPU cores than the average processor (8 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
  • 10 higher clock multiplier
    AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS has a higher clock multiplier than the average processor (38 vs 28). The average processor has a clock multiplier of 28.
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Hawk Point vs Kaby Lake).
  • 66.7% smaller process node
    AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS has a lower process node than the average processor (4 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
  • 3.2x larger L2 cache
    AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS 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 8845HS uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (TSMC 4 nm vs Intel 14 nm).
  • 2x more L2 per core
    AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS 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.
  • 5.05x more transistors
    AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS has more transistors than the average processor (25 billion vs 4.95 billion). The average processor has 4.95 billion transistors.
  • 2x larger L3 cache
    AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS has a higher L3 cache than the average processor (16 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.
  • 16.7% more L3 per core
    AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS has more L3 cache per core than the average processor (2 MB/core vs 1,714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1,714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
  • 33.3% larger L1 cache
    AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS has a higher L1 cache than the average processor (512 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.
  • 2.56x higher memory speed
    AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS has a higher maximum memory speed than the average processor (7,500 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.
  • 4x more memory capacity
    AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS has more maximum memory capacity than the average processor (256 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
  • 95.6% higher memory bandwidth
    AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS has a higher memory bandwidth than the average processor (89.6 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s). The average processor offers memory bandwidth of 45.8 GB/s.
  • Newer PCIe version
    AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (4 vs 3.0).
  • 4 more PCIe lanes
    AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (20 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
  • Newer DDR support
    AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR5 vs DDR4).
  • Better integrated GPU
    AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS uses a better integrated GPU than the average processor (Radeon 780M vs Intel UHD Graphics 630).
  • 2.29x higher GPU clock speed
    AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS has a higher integrated GPU frequency than the average processor (800 MHz vs 350 MHz). The average processor has integrated GPU frequency of 350 MHz.
  • 1 more supported displays
    AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS has more supported displays than the average processor (4 vs 3). The average processor supports 3 displays.
  • Older TPM support
    AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS supports an older TPM version than the average processor (fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0).
  • 61.4% slower classroom rendering
    AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS has a higher Blender Classroom render time than the average processor (306 vs 791,745). The average processor needs 791,745 for the Blender Classroom test.
  • Narrower media codec support
    AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS 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)).
  • 50% fewer GPU execution units
    AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS has fewer GPU execution units than the average processor (12 vs 24). The average processor has 24 GPU execution units.
  • 61.4% slower classroom rendering
    AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS has a higher Blender Classroom render time than the average processor (306 vs 791,745). The average processor needs 791,745 for the Blender Classroom test.
    What it is: A Blender render result based on the Classroom scene, used to show how quickly the processor can complete a demanding rendering workload.
    When it matters: When rendering speed matters for 3D work, content creation, or other workloads that behave like long multi-core renders.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >1500

    AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS has a higher Blender Classroom render time than the average processor (306 vs 791,745). The average processor needs 791,745 for the Blender Classroom test.306 vs 791,745
  • Narrower media codec support
    AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS 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 7 8845HS 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)
  • 40% more expensive
    AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS is more expensive than the average processor (£350 vs £250).
    AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS is more expensive than the average processor (£350 vs £250).£350 vs £250
  • Older TPM support
    AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS 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 8845HS supports an older TPM version than the average processor (fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0).fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0
  • 50% fewer GPU execution units
    AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS has fewer GPU execution units than the average processor (12 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 8845HS has fewer GPU execution units than the average processor (12 vs 24). The average processor has 24 GPU execution units.12 vs 24

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What customers like about AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS?

  • High multi-core performance for demanding tasks like 3D rendering and video editing
  • Excellent energy efficiency compared to Intel's 13th and 14th Gen HX counterparts
  • Strong integrated graphics (Radeon 780M) capable of light gaming at 1080p
  • Runs relatively cool under standard loads in well-ventilated laptop chassis
  • Competitive pricing, often offering better value for money than equivalent Intel chips
  • Supports modern standards including DDR5-5600 memory and AVX-512 instructions

What customers dislike about AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS?

  • Performance is highly dependent on the laptop manufacturer's specific TDP limits (e.g., lower in thin ultraportables)
  • Multiplier is locked, which prevents manual overclocking
  • The integrated NPU (AI chip) is considered 'useless' or underwhelming by some users for current workloads
  • Can experience significant thermal throttling if the laptop's cooling solution is insufficient
  • May require a dedicated GPU for modern AAA gaming at high settings, as the iGPU has limitations
  • Some users reported occasional random system freezes or performance drops that are difficult to troubleshoot

Expert reviews

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openbenchmarking.org
12/04/2024

The AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS is a high-performance 8-core/16-thread Zen 4 mobile processor built on a 4nm process with a 5.1 GHz boost clock, offering superior computational speed and AVX-512 support. Performance data reveals strong results in compilation tasks, reaching high percentiles in benchmarks, paired with the Radeon 780M iGPU, which offers excellent 1080p gaming performance....Read more

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minipc-review.com
26/12/2025

The Beelink SER8, featuring the AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS, provides high-performance computing in a compact, all-metal chassis suitable for demanding tasks, including 4K video editing and light gaming. It features 32GB DDR5 RAM, 1TB PCIe 4.0 SSD, and includes a 40Gbps USB4 port supporting eGPUs and triple 4K display output, with a notably quiet cooling system. However, the metal casing...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
15/05/2024

The AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS is an 8-core/16-thread "Hawk Point" mobile processor (4nm) featuring a 3.8 GHz base and 5.1 GHz boost clock, integrated Radeon 780M graphics, and an updated NPU for improved AI tasks. Benchmarks show strong performance (approx. 18,041 in Cinebench R23), slightly exceeding the Ryzen 9 7940HS with a configurable 35W-54W TDP. Pros include exceptional efficiency,...Read more

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myfixguide.com
28/03/2024

The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5 14AHP9 is a 14-inch, 1.46 kg laptop featuring an AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS processor and a high-quality 120Hz 2.8K OLED display, housed in a durable aluminum chassis. Key advantages include the vibrant display, strong performance, efficient dual-fan cooling, and an 84Wh battery offering long endurance, alongside comprehensive port selection like USB 4.0. However,...Read more

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lbtechreviews.com
31/08/2024

The LB Tech Reviews assessment of the Acer Swift Go 14 (R7-8845HS) highlights a 1.3kg laptop offering high-end performance at a mid-range price point. Its 2.8K OLED display provides exceptional sharpness and color, while the AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS processor delivers top-tier performance for tasks like photo editing. Despite a solid aluminum chassis, the design is considered somewhat...Read more

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pcmag.com
17/08/2024

The Acer Swift Go 14 (2024) with AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS offers strong mid-range performance, 16GB of RAM, and a 1TB SSD in a portable, 2.76-pound aluminum chassis. It features a bright 14-inch matte touchscreen, extensive port selection including USB4, and a high-quality 1440p webcam, making it an excellent productivity machine. While the laptop suffers from weak, harsh speakers and...Read more

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cpubenchmark.net
15/01/2024

The AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS is a 4nm "Hawk Point" mobile processor featuring 8 Zen 4 cores, 16 threads, and a 5.1 GHz boost clock. It integrates a 16 TOPS NPU for AI workloads and Radeon 780M graphics, which deliver strong 1080p gaming performance without a dedicated GPU. Pros include exceptional power efficiency with a 35W–54W configurable TDP and significant multi-threaded performance...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
06/12/2023

The AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS is a 4nm "Hawk Point" processor featuring 8 cores, 16 threads, and a 2nd generation Ryzen AI engine, offering enhanced generative AI capabilities with up to 16 TOPS of NPU performance. It serves as a high-performance, refreshed version of the Ryzen 7 7840HS, maintaining Zen 4 efficiency with slight speed optimizations. The integrated Radeon 780M graphics...Read more

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notebookcheck.com
10/06/2024

The Aoostar GEM12 is a high-performance mini PC featuring an AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS, 32 GB RAM, and a 1 TB SSD, highlighted by an OCuLink port for efficient external GPU connectivity. The device provides strong multi-core performance, especially in a 70–75W "Performance Mode," and keeps temperatures low using a vapor chamber cooling system. While offering great expandability (up to 128...Read more

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hardwareluxx.de
14/07/2024

The Beelink SER8 is a compact mini PC featuring an AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS (Zen 4), 32GB DDR5-5600 RAM, and a 1TB PCIe 4.0 SSD in a premium aluminum unibody design. Performance is a major pro, with the Radeon 780M graphics and CPU ideal for office work and light gaming, while the efficient MSC2.0 vapor chamber system keeps noise levels exceptionally low at 32–33 dB. However, cons include...Read more

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notebookcheck.com
22/04/2025

The Geekom A8 Max, equipped with an AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS, offers impressive, high-performance computing in a premium aluminum chassis, serving as a capable desktop replacement for demanding tasks. It features extensive connectivity, including dual USB4 ports and dual 2.5G Ethernet, alongside a generous 36-month warranty. While the system provides strong performance, it experiences...Read more

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computerbase.de
27/06/2024

The Beelink SER8 is a powerful and remarkably quiet mini PC, featuring an AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS and Radeon 780M graphics that provide strong performance for office tasks and light gaming. It features a redesigned all-metal aluminum chassis for superior thermals, using a large vapor chamber and a low-RPM fan to operate at nearly silent levels (roughly 32–33 dB) under load. The review...Read more

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geeknetic.es
20/05/2026

The PCSpecialist Ionico 15 S is a balanced gaming laptop featuring an AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS processor and a 140W NVIDIA RTX 4060 GPU, offering strong performance for its roughly €1,599 price point. Highlights include a fast 240Hz, 16:10 QHD+ display and a quick 2TB SSD, though the lack of USB4 is noted as a drawback for a modern machine. While the cooling system manages to avoid severe...Read more

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notebookcheck.nl
26/04/2025

The Geekom A8 Max, equipped with an AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS, serves as a high-performance, premium aluminum mini PC featuring rich connectivity options like dual USB4 and 2.5G Ethernet. While offering strong performance for office tasks and 4K editing with the Radeon 780M, the unit faces limitations due to sustained power throttling to 35W and a lack of dedicated OCuLink for external...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
20/05/2026

The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5 (16" AMD, 16AHP9) features a durable metal chassis and a standout 16-inch 2K 120Hz OLED display with excellent color coverage, though the lid exhibits slight flexibility and the hinge does not allow for a 180-degree lay-flat position. Performance is driven by potent 45W AMD Ryzen 8000 "Hawk Point" processors and capable Radeon 780M graphics, making it...Read more

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