AMD Ryzen 7 170 vs AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows a clear split between the AMD Ryzen 7 170 and the AMD Ryzen AI 7 445, with each processor claiming victories in distinct workload categories. Out of the 11 head-to-head benchmark comparisons, the Ryzen 7 170 wins 7, while the Ryzen AI 7 445 wins 4.

The Ryzen 7 170's largest margin of victory comes in data encryption, where it scores 16078 against the Ryzen AI 7 445's 10519, a 52.8% advantage. This is a substantial lead that suggests the older Zen 3+ architecture handles cryptographic workloads with considerably more efficiency. Integer math tells a similar story: the Ryzen 7 170 posts 79738 versus 58332, a 36.7% gap. Data compression follows with 265920 against 215812, a 23.2% edge. These three wins indicate that the Ryzen 7 170's eight cores and sixteen threads provide a meaningful throughput advantage in heavily parallel, data-intensive tasks.

The Ryzen 7 170 also wins random string sorting by 18.4% (27804 versus 23488) and multithread performance by 14.6% (20760 versus 18115). Extended instructions and floating point math round out its victories, with 14.4% and 14.3% deltas respectively. The pattern is consistent: in every workload that scales with core count and thread count, the Ryzen 7 170 moves ahead, often by double-digit percentages.

The Ryzen AI 7 445 counterattacks in single-threaded performance. It scores 3591 in passmark single thread against the Ryzen 7 170's 3128, a 12.9% advantage. This is the largest win for either processor in the single-thread domain, and it reflects the newer Zen 5 architecture's superior per-core efficiency. The Ryzen AI 7 445 also wins find prime numbers, scoring 56 versus 49, a 12.5% gap that suggests better branch prediction or integer execution per clock. Physics simulation goes to the Ryzen AI 7 445 as well, with 976 versus 890, an 8.8% margin.

Looking at the broader benchmark averages, the Ryzen 7 170 holds an average benchmark score of 43689, placing it in the 88th percentile of all CPUs in the database. The Ryzen AI 7 445 averages 26936, good for the 79th percentile. The nearest rivals for the Ryzen 7 170 include the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 7745 at 43704 (0% delta) and the AMD Ryzen 7 260 at 43717 (-0.1% delta), meaning the Ryzen 7 170 sits in a tightly contested performance band. The Ryzen AI 7 445's nearest rivals include the Intel Core i7-1370P at 26900 (0.1% delta) and the AMD Ryzen 5 7545U at 26849 (0.3% delta), showing that its performance class is defined by lower-power, efficiency-oriented parts.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher single-threaded benchmark score?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 scores 3591 in passmark single thread, which is 12.9% higher than the AMD Ryzen 7 170's 3128.

Q: How large is the multithreading performance gap between the two?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 170 scores 20760 in passmark multithread, while the AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 scores 18115, giving the Ryzen 7 170 a 14.6% advantage.

Q: What is the biggest performance difference in either direction?

A: The largest delta is in passmark data encryption, where the AMD Ryzen 7 170 leads by 52.8% (16078 versus 10519).

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 170 has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Q: How do their average benchmark scores compare?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 170 has an average benchmark score of 43689, compared to 26936 for the AMD Ryzen AI 7 445, a substantial overall difference.

Q: Which processor ranks higher in the overall CPU percentile?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 170 ranks in the 88th percentile of all CPUs, while the AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 ranks in the 79th percentile.

The Verdict

The data points to two different design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen 7 170 is the stronger overall performer, with an average benchmark score of 43689 and wins in 7 of 11 head-to-head tests. Its victories span data compression, encryption, integer math, floating point math, multithread, extended instructions, and random string sorting. Any workload that can utilize eight cores and sixteen threads will favor this processor.

The AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 wins in single-threaded performance, prime number calculation, and physics simulation, which are workloads that respond to per-core efficiency rather than raw core count. Its 12.9% single-thread advantage over the Ryzen 7 170 is notable, and its 4 nm process node with Zen 5 architecture delivers better performance per clock. However, its overall average score of 26936 places it in a different performance class entirely, roughly equivalent to an Intel Core i7-1370P or an AMD Ryzen 7 5700G.

For users running multithreaded productivity tasks, data processing, or content creation that scales with cores, the Ryzen 7 170 is the clear choice based on the recorded benchmarks. For users whose workloads are dominated by single-threaded responsiveness, the Ryzen AI 7 445 offers a measurable advantage, though its overall throughput is lower. The percentile rankings reinforce this: the Ryzen 7 170 sits at the 88th percentile, while the Ryzen AI 7 445 sits at the 79th.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every major specification field. The Ryzen 7 170 uses 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Ryzen AI 7 445 uses 6 cores and 12 threads. Base clocks differ substantially: the Ryzen 7 170 runs at 3.20 GHz, while the Ryzen AI 7 445 runs at 2.00 GHz. Boost clocks are closer, with the Ryzen 7 170 reaching 4.75 GHz and the Ryzen AI 7 445 reaching 4.60 GHz.

Thermal design power differs as well. The Ryzen 7 170 has a TDP of 35 watts, while the Ryzen AI 7 445 has a TDP of 28 watts. Socket compatibility is not shared: the Ryzen 7 170 uses AMD Socket FP7, while the Ryzen AI 7 445 uses AMD Socket FP8. The Ryzen 7 170 supports DDR5 memory with dual-channel configuration and 76.8 GB/s bandwidth, while the Ryzen AI 7 445 supports both DDR5 and LPDDR5X, also dual-channel, with a higher 89.6 GB/s bandwidth. Both support ECC memory.

PCIe lane counts differ. The Ryzen 7 170 provides Gen 4 with 20 lanes (CPU only), while the Ryzen AI 7 445 provides Gen 4 with 14 lanes (CPU only). Integrated graphics differ: the Ryzen 7 170 uses Radeon 680M, while the Ryzen AI 7 445 uses Radeon 840M. Release dates are also different, with the Ryzen 7 170 released in September 2025 and the Ryzen AI 7 445 released in January 2026.

Architecture Differences

The architectural gap between these two processors is significant. The Ryzen 7 170 is built on Zen 3+ architecture with the Rembrandt-R codename, while the Ryzen AI 7 445 uses Zen 5 architecture with the Gorgon Point codename. The Ryzen 7 170 belongs to the Ryzen 7 generation based on Zen 3+ (Rembrandt), while the Ryzen AI 7 445 belongs to the Ryzen AI 400 generation based on Zen 5 and Zen 5c.

Process technology differs by two nodes. The Ryzen 7 170 uses a 6 nm process from TSMC, while the Ryzen AI 7 445 uses a 4 nm process from the same foundry. The Ryzen 7 170 has a die size of 210 mm², while the Ryzen AI 7 445 has no recorded die size in the database.

Cache layouts are notably different. The Ryzen 7 170 provides 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 cache per core, and 16 MB of shared L3 cache. The Ryzen AI 7 445 provides 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 cache per core, but only 4 MB of L3 cache. This means the Ryzen 7 170 has significantly more shared L3 cache, while the Ryzen AI 7 445 has larger per-core L1 and L2 caches. The larger per-core caches on the Ryzen AI 7 445 help explain its single-threaded advantage, while the larger L3 pool on the Ryzen 7 170 benefits multi-threaded workloads that share data.

Both processors are unlocked in terms of multiplier, and both target the mobile market segment with active production status. The Ryzen 7 170 has part number 100-000000989, while the Ryzen AI 7 445 has part number 100-000001935.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 7 170 wins in data compression, data encryption, extended instructions, floating point math, integer math, multithread, and random string sorting. These are all workloads that benefit from having eight cores and sixteen threads available. The 52.8% encryption advantage and 36.7% integer math advantage are particularly pronounced, suggesting that the Ryzen 7 170 is well suited for security-related processing, database operations, and any task that involves heavy arithmetic throughput. Its 14.6% multithread advantage and 18.4% random string sorting advantage further indicate strength in parallel data manipulation.

The AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 wins in find prime numbers, physics simulation, and both single-thread tests. Its 12.9% single-thread advantage is the defining characteristic of this processor. The 12.5% win in prime number calculation and the 8.8% win in physics simulation suggest that workloads with tight per-core dependencies, such as certain scientific calculations or game physics, will run relatively faster on this chip. The Zen 5 architecture's larger per-core L1 and L2 caches likely contribute to these wins, as does the higher boost clock efficiency per watt.

The performance class difference is worth emphasizing. The Ryzen 7 170's nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 7745 and the AMD Ryzen 7 260, both of which have average scores around 43700. The Ryzen AI 7 445's nearest rivals include the Intel Core i7-1370P and the AMD Ryzen 5 7545U, with average scores around 26900. These neighboring data points confirm that the two processors compete in different tiers despite both being mobile-class AMD parts. The Ryzen 7 170 delivers roughly 62% higher average benchmark score than the Ryzen AI 7 445, a gap that no single-threaded advantage can overcome in overall throughput.

The 89.6 GB/s memory bandwidth of the Ryzen AI 7 445 outperforms the Ryzen 7 170's 76.8 GB/s, and the newer processor supports LPDDR5X in addition to DDR5, which may matter for memory-sensitive workloads. The Ryzen 7 170 counters with 20 PCIe Gen 4 lanes versus 14, providing more expansion headroom for external devices. These specification differences frame the benchmark results: the Ryzen 7 170 is a higher-throughput part with more cores and more PCIe connectivity, while the Ryzen AI 7 445 is a more efficient design with superior per-core performance and faster memory bandwidth.