AMD Ryzen 5 150 vs AMD Ryzen AI 7 345 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data shows a clear overall victory for the AMD Ryzen AI 7 345, which wins 10 of the 11 head-to-head comparisons. The Ryzen 5 150 takes only a single win, but it is a decisive one. In data encryption, the Ryzen 5 150 scores 13,425 against the Ryzen AI 7 345's 11,814, a 13.6% advantage. This is the only test where the older architecture outperforms the newer one, and the margin is substantial.

Everywhere else, the Ryzen AI 7 345 dominates. The largest gap appears in the physics test, where the Ryzen AI 7 345 records 1,089 versus 806 for the Ryzen 5 150, a 26% lead. Prime number finding shows a 24.2% advantage (62 versus 47), and single-thread performance is 18.6% higher (3,875 versus 3,155). Floating point math also favors the Ryzen AI 7 345 by 17.6%, with scores of 42,621 and 35,118 respectively.

The multithreaded PassMark score confirms the trend: 19,927 for the Ryzen AI 7 345 against 17,492 for the Ryzen 5 150, a 12.2% difference. Extended instructions show a 13.7% lead (17,003 versus 14,675), while data compression and random string sorting both sit at 11% and 12% gaps respectively (237,484 versus 211,289 and 25,435 versus 22,382). The closest contest is integer math, where the Ryzen AI 7 345 leads by only 2.1% (63,475 versus 62,151).

Looking at the broader database context, the Ryzen 5 150 holds an 84th percentile ranking among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 34,881. Its nearest rivals in the database are the Intel Xeon 6349P at 34,890 (0% delta), the Intel Core 7 253PTE at 34,962 (-0.2%), the Intel Core i7-13800H at 34,988 (-0.3%), and the Intel Core i9-12900HX at 35,003 (-0.3%). The Ryzen AI 7 345, meanwhile, sits at the 81st percentile with an average score of 29,461. Its closest competitors are the AMD Ryzen 7 3800X at 29,447 (0% delta), the AMD EPYC 9654 at 29,409 (0.2%), the Intel Core i5-13500HX at 29,270 (0.7%), and the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE at 29,656 (-0.7%). Despite losing most head-to-head tests, the Ryzen 5 150 actually posts a higher average benchmark score than the Ryzen AI 7 345, indicating that its single strong win in encryption and its overall balance place it slightly higher in the aggregate database ranking.

Where Each One Wins

The Ryzen AI 7 345 is the clear winner for general-purpose computing workloads. Its advantages in single-thread performance (18.6%), floating point math (17.6%), and multithreaded tasks (12.2%) make it the stronger choice for everyday responsiveness, productivity applications, and lightly threaded software. The physics test result, a 26% lead, suggests particular strength in simulation or physics-based calculations. Data compression, extended instructions, and random string sorting all show double-digit gains, indicating broad superiority across data processing and algorithmic workloads.

The Ryzen 5 150 has a narrower but specific niche. Its 13.6% lead in data encryption means it handles cryptographic workloads more efficiently. For tasks that rely heavily on encryption, such as secure communications, VPN processing, or disk encryption, the Ryzen 5 150 delivers measurably better throughput. Outside of that single category, the data does not show any other area where the Ryzen 5 150 outperforms the Ryzen AI 7 345.

The Ryzen AI 7 345 also carries a higher percentile ranking for its single-thread score (3,875 versus 3,155), which typically translates to faster application launches and smoother single-core performance in daily use. The Ryzen 5 150's higher overall average benchmark score (34,881 versus 29,461) is interesting, but it is driven largely by the encryption result and does not reflect a systematic advantage across the test suite.

FAQ

Q: Which processor wins more head-to-head benchmark comparisons?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 345 wins 10 of the 11 head-to-head tests. The AMD Ryzen 5 150 wins only one, which is the data encryption test.

Q: How large is the single-thread performance gap?

A: The Ryzen AI 7 345 scores 3,875 in the single-thread PassMark test, while the Ryzen 5 150 scores 3,155. That is an 18.6% advantage for the Ryzen AI 7 345.

Q: Does the Ryzen 5 150 have any advantage at all?

A: Yes, it wins the data encryption test with a score of 13,425 versus 11,814 for the Ryzen AI 7 345, a 13.6% lead. It also has a higher average benchmark score overall: 34,881 versus 29,461.

Q: What is the biggest margin between the two?

A: The physics test shows the largest gap. The Ryzen AI 7 345 scores 1,089, and the Ryzen 5 150 scores 806, a 26% difference.

Q: How do the two compare in multithreaded performance?

A: The Ryzen AI 7 345 scores 19,927 in the PassMark multithread test, against 17,492 for the Ryzen 5 150. This is a 12.2% advantage.

Q: Which processor has a higher percentile ranking among all CPUs?

A: The Ryzen 5 150 ranks in the 84th percentile, while the Ryzen AI 7 345 ranks in the 81st percentile, according to the database.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in several fundamental specifications. The Ryzen 5 150 has a base clock of 3.30 GHz and a boost clock of 4.55 GHz. The Ryzen AI 7 345 has a much lower base clock of 2.00 GHz but a slightly higher boost clock of 4.60 GHz. The Ryzen 5 150 carries a 35 W TDP, while the Ryzen AI 7 345 is rated at 28 W.

The memory support differs as well. The Ryzen 5 150 supports DDR5 only, while the Ryzen AI 7 345 supports both DDR5 and LPDDR5X. The memory bandwidth also differs: 76.8 GB/s for the Ryzen 5 150 versus 89.6 GB/s for the Ryzen AI 7 345, a meaningful increase for the newer chip. Both use dual-channel memory buses.

The PCIe configurations are not identical. The Ryzen 5 150 provides Gen 4 with 20 lanes (CPU only), while the Ryzen AI 7 345 provides Gen 4 with 14 lanes (CPU only). The integrated graphics differ as well: the Ryzen 5 150 uses the Radeon 660M, and the Ryzen AI 7 345 uses the Radeon 840M. The sockets are different, with the Ryzen 5 150 on AMD Socket FP7 and the Ryzen AI 7 345 on AMD Socket FP8. Neither processor supports ECC memory, and neither has an unlocked multiplier.

Architecture Differences

The Ryzen 5 150 is built on the Zen 3+ architecture with the Rembrandt-R codename, representing the Ryzen 5 generation. The Ryzen AI 7 345 belongs to the Ryzen AI 300 generation and uses a hybrid design based on Zen 5 and Zen 5c, with the codename Krackan Point. The process node differs: the Ryzen 5 150 uses TSMC's 6 nm process, while the Ryzen AI 7 345 uses TSMC's 4 nm process. The die size for the Ryzen 5 150 is 210 mm², while the die size for the Ryzen AI 7 345 is not recorded in the database.

Cache layouts are significantly different. The Ryzen 5 150 has 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 cache per core, and 16 MB of shared L3 cache. The Ryzen AI 7 345 has 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 cache per core, and only 4 MB of L3 cache. This means the Ryzen 5 150 has four times the L3 cache, while the Ryzen AI 7 345 has larger per-core L1 and L2 caches. Both processors have 6 cores and 12 threads, so the thread count is identical.

The release dates differ: the Ryzen AI 7 345 was released on 2025-01-14, while the Ryzen 5 150 was released on 2025-09-30. Both parts are currently marked as Active in production status and target the mobile market segment.

The Verdict

The benchmark data points decisively to the AMD Ryzen AI 7 345 for users who prioritize overall performance. It wins 10 of 11 comparisons, with particularly large margins in physics (26%), prime number finding (24.2%), single-thread performance (18.6%), and floating point math (17.6%). The newer Zen 5 and Zen 5c architecture on a 4 nm process delivers higher boost clocks, more memory bandwidth (89.6 GB/s versus 76.8 GB/s), and lower TDP (28 W versus 35 W) while outperforming the older chip in nearly every measured workload. The larger L1 and L2 caches per core likely contribute to its single-thread and math advantages, despite having only 4 MB of L3 cache compared to the Ryzen 5 150's 16 MB.

The AMD Ryzen 5 150 still holds a specific appeal. Its 13.6% lead in data encryption makes it the better option for encryption-heavy workloads. Its 35 W TDP is higher, but its higher base clock of 3.30 GHz may provide more consistent performance in sustained, lightly threaded tasks. Its 84th percentile ranking and higher average benchmark score (34,881 versus 29,461) also indicate that, in aggregate database terms, it sits slightly above the Ryzen AI 7 345, which ranks at the 81st percentile.

For most users, the Ryzen AI 7 345 is the stronger choice based on the recorded data. It wins the majority of tests by wide margins and offers the efficiency benefits of a 28 W TDP. For users with encryption-centric workflows, the Ryzen 5 150 delivers a measurable advantage that may justify its selection. The data does not support a recommendation for the Ryzen 5 150 for general-purpose use, but its encryption win is the one clear bright spot in an otherwise one-sided comparison.