AMD Ryzen 7 5800X vs AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850HS Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The head-to-head data records 17 benchmark comparisons between the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X and the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850HS. The desktop chip wins 14 of those matchups, while the mobile processor takes 3. The average benchmark score tells a similar story: the 5800X posts 29123 against 28549 for the PRO 6850HS, a gap of roughly 2%.

The largest single victory for the 5800X comes in PassMark's find prime numbers test, where it scores 124 against 58, a 113.8% advantage. That is more than double the mobile chip's output. Cinebench R15 multicore also favors the desktop part heavily, with scores of 2608.5 versus 1913, a 36.4% lead. Geekbench multicore shows a 30.9% margin in favor of the 5800X (11036 against 8429), and PassMark extended instructions delivers a 30.3% advantage (23573 versus 18091).

The 5800X also wins across several other PassMark workloads. Data compression scores 345414 against 272838, a 26.6% edge. Encryption comes in at 21191 versus 17350, a 22.1% margin. The multithread test shows 27732 versus 22330, a 24.2% difference. Physics results are 1364 against 1065, a 28.1% lead. Random string sorting lands at 35401 versus 28693, a 23.4% advantage. Floating point math favors the 5800X by 12.7% (52639 versus 46706), integer math by 11.1% (94969 versus 85459), and single-thread PassMark by only 4.4% (3445 versus 3301). Geekbench single-core is closer still, with the 5800X ahead by 8.7% (2032 versus 1869).

The PRO 6850HS takes its wins in Cinebench workloads. The most dramatic is Cinebench R23 single-core, where the mobile chip scores 2679 against 1574.5, a 41.2% advantage. That is a massive reversal from the other single-thread tests. Cinebench R23 multicore also goes to the PRO 6850HS, with 18980 versus 15476, an 18.5% lead. The third win is Cinebench R15 single-core, where the PRO 6850HS scores 270 against 265.5, a narrow 1.7% margin. These results indicate that the Cinebench suite, particularly R23, responds strongly to whatever architectural advantage the Zen 3+ mobile part holds, even though other benchmarks consistently favor the desktop chip.

The overall pattern is clear: the 5800X dominates most workloads, often by double-digit percentages, while the PRO 6850HS excels specifically in Cinebench R23. The average benchmark score difference is modest, but the distribution of wins is lopsided.

Architecture Differences

The two processors share an 8-core, 16-thread configuration, but their underlying designs diverge significantly. The 5800X uses the Zen 3 architecture, codenamed Vermeer, built on a 7 nm process at TSMC. The PRO 6850HS uses Zen 3+, codenamed Rembrandt, on a 6 nm process, also at TSMC. The process shrink is small but contributes to the mobile part's efficiency profile.

Die size tells a striking story. The 5800X has a 74 mm² die with 4,150 million transistors. The PRO 6850HS has a 208 mm² die, nearly three times larger, though its transistor count is not recorded in the database. The larger die accommodates the integrated Radeon 680M graphics, which the 5800X lacks entirely. That integrated GPU is a major functional difference: the desktop chip requires a discrete graphics card, while the mobile part can drive a display on its own.

Cache layouts also differ. Both have 64 KB of L1 per core and 512 KB of L2 per core. The L3 cache, however, is 32 MB on the 5800X versus 16 MB (shared) on the PRO 6850HS. That 16 MB difference likely explains some of the desktop chip's advantage in memory-sensitive workloads like data compression and encryption.

Clock speeds are nearly identical at the top end. Both parts boost to 4.70 GHz. The base clocks differ: the 5800X runs at 3.80 GHz, while the PRO 6850HS sits at 3.20 GHz. The lower base clock is expected for a 35 W mobile part. The TDP gap is enormous: 105 W for the 5800X versus 35 W for the PRO 6850HS. That threefold difference in power envelope is what allows the desktop chip to sustain higher performance in most tests.

Memory support is another differentiator. The 5800X uses DDR4 with dual-channel memory and 51.2 GB/s bandwidth. The PRO 6850HS uses DDR5 with dual-channel memory and 76.8 GB/s bandwidth. The mobile part has 50% more memory bandwidth on paper, which may contribute to its Cinebench R23 results. ECC memory support is present on the 5800X but absent on the PRO 6850HS.

The sockets are not interchangeable: the 5800X uses AMD Socket AM4, the PRO 6850HS uses AMD Socket FP7. The 5800X has an unlocked multiplier, while the PRO 6850HS is locked. The desktop part's market segment is Desktop, the mobile part's is Mobile. The 5800X launched on 2020-11-04 with a launch MSRP of $449. The PRO 6850HS released on 2022-04-18 with no recorded MSRP. Both are listed as Active in production status.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X has an average benchmark score of 29123, compared to 28549 for the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850HS. The 5800X also holds a higher percentile ranking at 81 versus 80 among all CPUs.

Q: How does the power consumption differ between the two?

A: The 5800X has a TDP of 105 W, while the PRO 6850HS has a TDP of 35 W. This is a 70 W difference, making the mobile part far more power-efficient on paper, though the desktop chip's higher power budget allows it to win most performance benchmarks.

Q: Why did the PRO 6850HS win Cinebench R23 despite losing most other tests?

A: The PRO 6850HS scored 18980 in Cinebench R23 multicore against 15476 for the 5800X, an 18.5% advantage. It also won R23 single-core by 41.2% (2679 versus 1574.5). The mobile part's DDR5 memory support with 76.8 GB/s bandwidth, compared to 51.2 GB/s for the 5800X, and its larger 208 mm² die may explain this specific workload advantage.

Q: Do both processors have the same core and thread counts?

A: Yes, both have 8 cores and 16 threads. They also share the same boost clock of 4.70 GHz. The base clocks differ, with the 5800X at 3.80 GHz and the PRO 6850HS at 3.20 GHz.

Q: Which processor has integrated graphics?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850HS includes Radeon 680M integrated graphics. The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X has no integrated graphics, meaning it requires a separate discrete GPU for display output.

Q: How do the cache sizes compare?

A: Both have 64 KB of L1 per core and 512 KB of L2 per core. The L3 cache differs: the 5800X has 32 MB, while the PRO 6850HS has 16 MB shared. The 5800X's larger L3 is likely a factor in its wins across data compression and encryption tests.

The Verdict

The data points to a clear split based on use case. The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X is the stronger performer in most measured workloads. It wins 14 of 17 head-to-head comparisons, including all PassMark tests and Geekbench multicore and single-core. Its advantages range from a narrow 4.4% in PassMark single-thread to a dominant 113.8% in prime number finding. The desktop chip's 32 MB L3 cache, higher base clock, and 105 W power budget give it a consistent edge in general-purpose computing, data processing, and encryption tasks. It also holds a higher average benchmark score (29123 versus 28549) and a higher percentile ranking (81 versus 80).

The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850HS is the clear winner in Cinebench R23, both multicore and single-core. Its 41.2% single-core lead and 18.5% multicore lead are substantial. The mobile part also wins Cinebench R15 single-core by a narrow 1.7%. If the workload is dominated by Cinebench rendering, the PRO 6850HS is the better choice. Its 35 W TDP, integrated Radeon 680M graphics, and DDR5 memory support make it suited for mobile systems where power efficiency and on-chip display output matter. The 5800X, by contrast, is a desktop part requiring a discrete GPU and a 105 W power delivery.

For a desktop builder focused on maximum multi-threaded performance across a wide range of applications, the 5800X is the data-backed pick. For a mobile user who needs integrated graphics, lower power draw, and exceptional Cinebench R23 scores, the PRO 6850HS is the logical option. The two parts are not direct competitors in the same form factor, and the benchmark data reflects their different design goals.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 7 5800X | AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850HS |

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

| Architecture | Zen 3 | Zen 3+ |

| Codename | Vermeer | Rembrandt |

| Process Node | 7 nm | 6 nm |

| Die Size | 74 mm² | 208 mm² |

| Transistors | 4,150 million | Not recorded |

| Base Clock | 3.80 GHz | 3.20 GHz |

| TDP | 105 W | 35 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM4 | AMD Socket FP7 |

| L3 Cache | 32 MB | 16 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | DDR4 | DDR5 |

| Memory Bandwidth | 51.2 GB/s | 76.8 GB/s |

| ECC Memory | Yes | No |

| Integrated Graphics | None | Radeon 680M |

| Market Segment | Desktop | Mobile |

| Release Date | 2020-11-04 | 2022-04-18 |

| Launch MSRP | $449 | Not recorded |

| Multiplier Unlocked | Yes | No |