AMD Ryzen 7 170 vs AMD Ryzen AI 7 345 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data shows a clear split between these two mobile processors. The AMD Ryzen 7 170 wins 7 of the 11 recorded head-to-head tests, while the AMD Ryzen AI 7 345 takes 4. The largest margins favor the Ryzen 7 170, particularly in encryption and integer workloads.

The Ryzen 7 170 leads by its biggest margin in `passmark_data_encryption`, scoring 16078 against 11814 for the Ryzen AI 7 345, a 36.1% advantage. This is followed closely by `passmark_integer_math`, where the Ryzen 7 170 scores 79738 versus 63475, a 25.6% lead. The Ryzen 7 170 also leads in `passmark_data_compression` with 265920 against 237484, a 12% advantage. In `passmark_random_string_sorting`, the Ryzen 7 170 scores 27804 versus 25435, a 9.3% lead. The `passmark_extended_instructions` test shows a narrower 6.5% win for the Ryzen 7 170, with scores of 18107 and 17003. `passmark_floating_point_math` favors the Ryzen 7 170 by 5.5%, at 44979 against 42621. The `passmark_multithread` score is close: 20760 for the Ryzen 7 170 versus 19927 for the Ryzen AI 7 345, a 4.2% margin.

The Ryzen AI 7 345 claims the single-thread victories. Its `passmark_single_thread` score is 3875 against 3128 for the Ryzen 7 170, a 19.3% advantage. The same margin applies to the duplicate `passmark_singlethread` entry. In `passmark_physics`, the Ryzen AI 7 345 scores 1089 versus 890, an 18.3% lead. The `passmark_find_prime_numbers` test shows the Ryzen AI 7 345 ahead at 62 versus 49, a 21% difference.

The average benchmark score reinforces the split. The Ryzen 7 170 records an average benchmark score of 43689 and sits at the 88th percentile among all CPUs. The Ryzen AI 7 345 averages 29461, placing it in the 81st percentile. The nearest rivals for the Ryzen 7 170 include the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 7745 with an average score of 43704, the AMD Ryzen 7 260 at 43717, the AMD Ryzen AI 9 465 at 43431, and the AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 385 at 43326. For the Ryzen AI 7 345, the nearest rivals are the AMD Ryzen 7 3800X at 29447, the AMD EPYC 9654 at 29409, the Intel Core i5-13500HX at 29270, and the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE at 29656. The delta values are all within 0.8% for either processor, indicating both sit in tightly clustered performance tiers relative to their nearest competition.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different design generations and use different process nodes. The Ryzen 7 170 is built on the Zen 3+ architecture with the Rembrandt-R codename, part of the Ryzen 7 family. The Ryzen AI 7 345 uses the Krackan Point codename from the Ryzen AI 300 generation, which combines Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. The process node differs: the Ryzen 7 170 uses a 6 nm process from TSMC, while the Ryzen AI 7 345 uses a 4 nm process, also from TSMC.

Core counts differ substantially. The Ryzen 7 170 has 8 cores and 16 threads. The Ryzen AI 7 345 has 6 cores and 12 threads. Clock speeds also differ: the Ryzen 7 170 has a base clock of 3.20 GHz and a boost clock of 4.75 GHz, while the Ryzen AI 7 345 has a base clock of 2.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. The Ryzen 7 170 runs at a 35 W TDP, and the Ryzen AI 7 345 at 28 W.

Cache layouts are distinct. The Ryzen 7 170 has 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of shared L3. The Ryzen AI 7 345 has 80 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, but only 4 MB of L3. The Ryzen 7 170 also has a larger die size at 210 mm², while the Ryzen AI 7 345 has no recorded die size in the database.

Memory support differs. The Ryzen 7 170 supports DDR5 with dual-channel memory and a recorded memory bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s, plus ECC memory support. The Ryzen AI 7 345 supports both DDR5 and LPDDR5X, also dual-channel, with a higher recorded memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, but no ECC support. PCIe lane counts differ as well: the Ryzen 7 170 has Gen 4 with 20 lanes (CPU only), while the Ryzen AI 7 345 has Gen 4 with 14 lanes (CPU only).

The integrated graphics differ. The Ryzen 7 170 uses a Radeon 680M, while the Ryzen AI 7 345 uses a Radeon 840M. Both are mobile processors with active production status. Neither has an unlocked multiplier. The sockets are different: the Ryzen 7 170 uses AMD Socket FP7, and the Ryzen AI 7 345 uses AMD Socket FP8.

Where Each One Wins

The Ryzen 7 170 is the stronger multi-threaded and data-heavy processor. Its 36.1% lead in data encryption and 25.6% lead in integer math indicate strong throughput for workloads that rely on parallel integer operations. The 12% win in data compression and 9.3% win in random string sorting point to advantages in data processing and sorting tasks. The 6.5% lead in extended instructions and 5.5% lead in floating point math round out a broad set of compute wins. The Ryzen 7 170 also wins the multithread test by 4.2%, confirming that its 8-core, 16-thread configuration carries an overall threaded workload advantage despite the newer architecture of the rival.

The Ryzen AI 7 345 wins where single-thread efficiency and latency-sensitive physics matter. Its 19.3% lead in single-thread score shows a substantial per-core performance advantage, which aligns with its newer Zen 5 and Zen 5c design. The 18.3% win in physics and the 21% lead in find prime numbers indicate strength in workloads that depend on fast individual core execution rather than raw thread count. The Ryzen AI 7 345 also has a higher recorded memory bandwidth at 89.6 GB/s compared to 76.8 GB/s, and it supports LPDDR5X in addition to DDR5, which may benefit memory-sensitive scenarios.

The data suggests a workload-dependent split. The Ryzen 7 170 suits sustained multi-threaded compute and data manipulation, while the Ryzen AI 7 345 suits single-thread responsiveness and physics-style simulation. The Ryzen 7 170 sits at the 88th percentile versus the 81st percentile for the Ryzen AI 7 345, and its average benchmark score of 43689 is notably higher than 29461.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher single-thread score?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 345 records a `passmark_single_thread` score of 3875, which is 19.3% higher than the 3128 scored by the AMD Ryzen 7 170.

Q: How large is the multithread performance gap?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 170 scores 20760 in `passmark_multithread` against 19927 for the AMD Ryzen AI 7 345, a 4.2% advantage.

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 170 has 8 cores and 16 threads. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 345 has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Q: What are the cache differences?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 170 has 64 KB L1 per core, 512 KB L2 per core, and 16 MB shared L3. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 345 has 80 KB L1 per core, 1 MB L2 per core, and 4 MB L3.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 170 supports ECC memory. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 345 does not.

Q: What are the TDP ratings?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 170 has a TDP of 35 W. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 345 has a TDP of 28 W.

The Verdict

The recorded data supports a clear recommendation based on workload profile. The AMD Ryzen 7 170 is the choice for users prioritizing multi-threaded throughput and data-heavy processing. It wins 7 of 11 head-to-head tests, including the largest margin in the set at 36.1% in data encryption. Its average benchmark score of 43689 and 88th percentile ranking place it well above the Ryzen AI 7 345, which averages 29461 at the 81st percentile. The Ryzen 7 170 also has more cores, more threads, and a larger L3 cache, all of which align with its multithread wins.

The AMD Ryzen AI 7 345 is the choice for users prioritizing single-thread performance and efficiency. It wins the single-thread test by 19.3%, the physics test by 18.3%, and the find prime numbers test by 21%. It runs at a lower TDP of 28 W versus 35 W, uses a smaller 4 nm process, and records higher memory bandwidth at 89.6 GB/s. Its 6-core, 12-thread configuration delivers strong per-core performance, but the data shows it trails in aggregate multithread workloads.

The specifications reinforce this split. The Ryzen 7 170 has 16 MB of shared L3 versus 4 MB for the Ryzen AI 7 345, and 20 PCIe Gen 4 lanes versus 14. The Ryzen AI 7 345 has a higher boost clock of 4.60 GHz versus 4.75 GHz for the Ryzen 7 170. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier. Both are active mobile parts from AMD, but they target different corners of the mobile market.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 7 170 | AMD Ryzen AI 7 345 |

|---|---|---|

| Cores | 8 | 6 |

| Threads | 16 | 12 |

| Base Clock | 3.20 GHz | 2.00 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.75 GHz | 4.60 GHz |

| TDP | 35 W | 28 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP7 | AMD Socket FP8 |

| Architecture | Zen 3+ | Zen 5 / Zen 5c |

| Codename | Rembrandt-R | Krackan Point |

| Process Node | 6 nm | 4 nm |

| Die Size | 210 mm² | Not recorded |

| L1 Cache | 64 KB (per core) | 80 KB (per core) |

| L2 Cache | 512 KB (per core) | 1 MB (per core) |

| L3 Cache | 16 MB (shared) | 4 MB |

| Memory Support | DDR5 | DDR5, LPDDR5X |

| Memory Bandwidth | 76.8 GB/s | 89.6 GB/s |

| ECC Memory | Yes | No |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 20 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 4, 14 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon 680M | Radeon 840M |

| Part Number | 100-000000989 | 100-000002122 |

| Release Date | 2025-09-30 | 2025-01-14 |