AMD Ryzen 7 6800HS vs AMD Ryzen 7 7745HX Comparison

The AMD Ryzen 7 7745HX and the AMD Ryzen 7 6800HS are both 8-core, 16-thread mobile processors, but the benchmark data reveals a decisive performance gap. The 7745HX wins every single head-to-head comparison in the database, 17 wins to 0, establishing it as the clear performance leader. The 6800HS, while a capable chip in its own right, consistently trails across all measured workloads, from single-threaded tasks to heavily multithreaded rendering.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The most dramatic differences appear in multi-threaded workloads. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the 7745HX scores 18,452.5 against the 6800HS’s 11,992, a 53.9% advantage. This pattern repeats in Geekbench multi-core, where the 7745HX posts 13,613 versus 9,515, a 43.1% lead. The PassMark multi-thread test shows a 42.9% gap, with scores of 32,581 and 22,801 respectively. These results indicate that the 7745HX is substantially more capable in CPU-bound rendering, video encoding, and compilation tasks.

Single-thread performance also favors the 7745HX, though by a smaller margin. In Cinebench R23 single-core, the 7745HX scores 1,850 against 1,455, a 27.1% improvement. Geekbench single-core shows a 43.2% lead, with 2,366 versus 1,652. PassMark single-thread results are closer, showing a 24% advantage (3,947 vs 3,184). The 7745HX’s higher boost clock of 5.10 GHz versus 4.70 GHz likely contributes to this, though the architectural differences also play a role.

The largest percentage win for the 7745HX is in PassMark’s find prime numbers test, where it scores 156 versus 56, a massive 178.6% delta. This suggests a significant advantage in pure integer throughput and possibly better branch prediction or ALU efficiency. Similarly, the physics test shows a 68.2% lead (1,697 vs 1,009), indicating superior performance in simulation and game physics workloads.

Other notable wins include PassMark extended instructions, where the 7745HX leads by 44% (28,966 vs 20,114), and random string sorting, where it leads by 46.9% (44,474 vs 30,266). Data compression shows a 31% advantage (383,322 vs 292,698), while data encryption shows a 26.9% lead (22,967 vs 18,104). Floating-point math sees a 35.3% gap (64,297 vs 47,533), and integer math a 25.6% gap (105,773 vs 84,228).

Even in older Cinebench R15 tests, the 7745HX dominates. Multi-core scores are 2,986 versus 1,987, a 50.3% delta, while single-core scores are 294.5 versus 234, a 25.9% delta. The consistency of these results across different benchmark suites reinforces the conclusion that the 7745HX is the faster processor in nearly every measurable aspect.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 7745HX has an average benchmark score of 33,091, while the AMD Ryzen 7 6800HS scores 32,354. The 7745HX sits at the 83rd percentile among all CPUs, and the 6800HS is also at the 83rd percentile.

Q: How does the 7745HX compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The 7745HX is essentially tied with the Intel Core i7-13650HX (33,089, 0% delta) and the AMD Ryzen 7 8700G (33,089, 0% delta). It is also within 0.3% of the AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D (33,079) and 0.3% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 6950H (33,201).

Q: What is the biggest performance gap between the two processors?

A: The largest delta in the head-to-head data is in the PassMark find prime numbers test, where the 7745HX scores 156 versus 56 for the 6800HS, a 178.6% advantage.

Q: Does the 6800HS win any benchmark comparisons?

A: No. The recorded head-to-head data shows the 7745HX winning all 17 compared benchmarks, with the 6800HS recording 0 wins.

Q: How does the 6800HS compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The 6800HS is 0.2% behind the Intel Core i5-14400F (32,279), 0.3% behind the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 7645 (32,446), 0.4% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U (32,233), and 0.4% ahead of the Intel Core i9-11900 (32,226).

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The 7745HX has a boost clock of 5.10 GHz, while the 6800HS has a boost clock of 4.70 GHz.

Where Each One Wins

The 7745HX wins in every workload category represented in the data. For users prioritizing maximum performance, the 7745HX is the obvious choice. It excels in multi-threaded tasks such as 3D rendering, video encoding, and software compilation, as evidenced by its 53.9% lead in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 43.1% lead in Geekbench multi-core. Its significant advantage in PassMark physics (68.2%) and find prime numbers (178.6%) makes it better suited for scientific simulations, financial modeling, and other integer-heavy workloads.

The 7745HX also leads in single-threaded performance, making it stronger for everyday responsiveness, office productivity, and applications that rely heavily on a single core. Its 43.2% lead in Geekbench single-core is particularly notable. For gaming, the higher single-thread scores and the physics test advantage suggest the 7745HX would provide a smoother experience in CPU-bound game scenarios.

The 6800HS, while slower, still provides a competent level of performance. Its scores are respectable in absolute terms, such as 11,992 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 9,515 in Geekbench multi-core. The data does not show a specific workload where the 6800HS outperforms the 7745HX, so the 6800HS is not a winner in any of the tested categories. Its role would be in systems where other factors, such as power efficiency or platform features, are prioritized over raw performance.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in several key specification areas. The 7745HX has a base clock of 3.60 GHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz, while the 6800HS operates at 3.20 GHz and 4.70 GHz. The thermal design power (TDP) also differs significantly: the 7745HX has a TDP of 55 watts, while the 6800HS is rated at 35 watts.

The processors use different sockets. The 7745HX uses AMD Socket FL1, while the 6800HS uses AMD Socket FP7. Memory bandwidth is another differentiator, with the 7745HX supporting 83.2 GB/s compared to 76.8 GB/s for the 6800HS. The 7745HX supports ECC memory, while the 6800HS does not.

PCIe capabilities differ as well. The 7745HX supports PCIe Gen 5 with 28 lanes (CPU only), while the 6800HS supports PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes (CPU only). The integrated graphics differ, with the 7745HX featuring a Radeon 610M and the 6800HS featuring a Radeon 680M. The 7745HX has an unlocked multiplier, while the 6800HS does not.

Architecture Differences

The 7745HX is built on the Zen 4 architecture, codenamed Dragon Range, and is part of the 7000 series. It uses a 5 nm process node from TSMC. The 6800HS uses the Zen 3+ architecture, codenamed Rembrandt, and is part of the 6000 series. It uses a 6 nm process node from TSMC.

Cache configurations differ between the two. Both have 64 KB of L1 cache per core, but the 7745HX has 1 MB of L2 cache per core, while the 6800HS has 512 KB per core. The L3 cache also differs, with the 7745HX offering 32 MB shared, while the 6800HS offers 16 MB shared. The 7745HX has a die size of 71 mm² and contains 6,570 million transistors. The 6800HS has a larger die size of 208 mm², with no transistor count listed in the data.

The manufacturing foundry is the same for both: TSMC. The 7745HX was released on January 3, 2023, while no release date is recorded for the 6800HS. The 7745HX has part number 100-000000721, while the 6800HS has part numbers 100-000000545 and 100-000000561.

The Verdict

The data is unambiguous: the AMD Ryzen 7 7745HX is the superior processor in every benchmark recorded. It outperforms the 6800HS by margins ranging from 24% in PassMark single-thread to 178.6% in find prime numbers. For users who need maximum CPU performance in a mobile form factor, the 7745HX is the clear choice, offering substantial advantages in multi-threaded rendering, single-thread responsiveness, and specialized workloads like physics and integer math.

The 6800HS, despite its lower performance, still delivers functional results. Its 83rd percentile ranking among all CPUs indicates it is not a slow processor in absolute terms. However, the data shows no scenario where the 6800HS beats the 7745HX. Users considering the 6800HS would do so based on factors not captured in these benchmarks, such as its lower 35-watt TDP, which may enable thinner and lighter laptop designs with longer battery life. The 7745HX, with its 55-watt TDP, is likely intended for larger, performance-focused machines.

In summary, the 7745HX wins on raw performance across the board. The 6800HS offers a more power-efficient alternative, but the benchmark data does not show any performance advantage for it. The choice between them is a trade-off between peak capability and efficiency, with the 7745HX being the definitive performance pick.