AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX vs Intel Core 9 273PQE Comparison

The benchmark data positions the Intel Core 9 273PQE as the clear performance leader over the AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX. Across the eleven recorded head-to-head PassMark tests, the Intel processor claims every single win. The most decisive margin appears in floating point math, where the Intel part scores 125,546 against the AMD’s 61,972, a 50.6% advantage. Integer math also heavily favors Intel, with 164,629 versus 100,328, a 39.1% gap. These results indicate a fundamental throughput advantage for the Intel Core 9 273PQE in both scalar and vector workloads.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Intel Core 9 273PQE dominates the comparison with a perfect 11-0 record in the head-to-head PassMark tests. The smallest margin is in random string sorting, where Intel leads by 16.3% (53,167 versus 44,494). Single-thread performance also favors Intel by 15.2%, with scores of 4,573 versus 3,879. This means the Intel part delivers a higher result in tasks that rely on a single core, such as lightly threaded applications and responsive system operations.

The largest delta appears in floating point math, as noted, with Intel holding a 50.6% lead. This is followed by integer math at 39.1% and physics at 39%. The physics test shows Intel scoring 2,754 against AMD’s 1,681, a substantial difference that often correlates with gaming and simulation performance. Data compression results show Intel at 585,752 versus 363,759, a 37.9% lead, indicating faster archival and compression workloads. Data encryption also favors Intel, with 29,636 versus 21,840, a 26.3% advantage.

In multithreaded performance, the Intel Core 9 273PQE scores 46,107 against the AMD’s 31,517, a 31.6% lead. This metric reflects the ability to handle many concurrent tasks, and the Intel part’s additional cores and threads contribute to this outcome. Extended instructions, which test SIMD and other advanced instruction sets, show Intel at 38,743 versus 27,638, a 28.7% lead. Prime number finding, a test of pure integer processing, also goes to Intel with 198 versus 159, a 19.7% advantage.

The overall average benchmark score places the Intel Core 9 273PQE at 66,099, compared to the AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX at 60,104. This translates to a 10% higher average score for Intel. The AMD part sits in the 92nd percentile of all CPUs, while the Intel part is in the 93rd percentile, confirming that both are high performers, but Intel edges ahead in the recorded data.

The Verdict

The data indicates that the Intel Core 9 273PQE is the superior choice for any workload where raw processing throughput is the primary requirement. It wins every head-to-head benchmark, often by substantial margins. For users prioritizing maximum performance in multithreaded tasks, floating point math, or single-thread responsiveness, the Intel part delivers consistently higher scores. The AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX, while a capable processor in its own right, does not win a single recorded test, making it the secondary option in this pairing.

The Intel Core 9 273PQE also offers a higher boost clock of 5.90 GHz versus the AMD’s 5.10 GHz, which aligns with its single-thread lead. The Intel part’s 12 cores and 24 threads compare favorably to the AMD’s 8 cores and 16 threads, explaining its dominance in multithreaded tests. The Intel part’s average benchmark score of 66,099 places it within 0.1% of the Intel Core Ultra 5 250KF Plus and 0.3% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D, according to the nearest rivals data. The AMD part’s average score of 60,104 is essentially tied with the AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX and 0.2% behind the Intel Core i9-14900F.

For a desktop system where power consumption is less constrained, the Intel Core 9 273PQE, with its 125 W TDP, provides the higher performance ceiling. The AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX, with a 55 W TDP, is a mobile-focused part, and its lower power envelope may be preferable in thermally limited environments. However, the recorded benchmarks do not include any power or thermal measurements, so the analysis rests solely on performance scores.

FAQ

Q: Which processor wins the most benchmark tests?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PQE wins all 11 head-to-head PassMark tests against the AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX, with zero wins for the AMD part.

Q: What is the largest performance gap between the two?

A: The largest gap is in floating point math, where the Intel Core 9 273PQE scores 125,546 versus 61,972 for the AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX, a 50.6% difference.

Q: How do the single-thread scores compare?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PQE scores 4,573 in the single-thread test, while the AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX scores 3,879, giving Intel a 15.2% lead.

Q: What is the average benchmark score for each?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PQE has an average benchmark score of 66,099, while the AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX has an average of 60,104.

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PQE has 12 cores and 24 threads, while the AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX has 8 cores and 16 threads.

Q: Does the AMD part win in any recorded test?

A: No, the AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX does not win any of the 11 head-to-head benchmark tests against the Intel Core 9 273PQE.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in several core specifications. The AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX has a base clock of 3.60 GHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz, while the Intel Core 9 273PQE has a base clock of 3.40 GHz and a higher boost clock of 5.90 GHz. The AMD part has a TDP of 55 W, whereas the Intel part has a TDP of 125 W. The AMD processor uses AMD Socket FL1, while the Intel processor uses Intel Socket 1700. The AMD part is unlocked for overclocking, while the Intel part is locked. The AMD part has a part number of 100-000001851, and the Intel part has a part number of SA4Q9.

Memory support also differs: the AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX supports DDR5 only, while the Intel Core 9 273PQE supports both DDR4 and DDR5. The memory bus is dual-channel for both, but the memory bandwidth differs, with AMD at 83.2 GB/s and Intel at 89.6 GB/s. The AMD part does not support ECC memory, while the Intel part does. PCIe lanes also differ, with the AMD part offering Gen 5 with 28 lanes (CPU only) and the Intel part offering Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). The integrated graphics differ as well: the AMD part uses Radeon 610M, and the Intel part uses UHD Graphics 770. The market segment differs, with AMD listed as Mobile and Intel as Desktop. The Intel part has a launch MSRP of $589, while the AMD part has no recorded launch MSRP.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX is built on the Zen 4 architecture with the codename Dragon Range, part of the 8000 series. It uses a 5 nm process node fabricated by TSMC, with 6,570 million transistors and a die size of 71 mm². The Intel Core 9 273PQE uses the Bartlett Lake codename and is fabricated by Intel on a 10 nm process node; its transistor count and die size are not recorded. The AMD part has a cache configuration of 64 KB L1 per core, 1 MB L2 per core, and 32 MB shared L3. The Intel part has 80 KB L1 per core, 2 MB L2 per core, and 36 MB shared L3.

The AMD processor has a base clock of 3.60 GHz and a boost of 5.10 GHz, while the Intel part has a lower base of 3.40 GHz but a higher boost of 5.90 GHz. The AMD part is unlocked, allowing multiplier adjustment, while the Intel part is locked. The AMD part’s production status is Active, as is the Intel part’s. The release dates differ, with AMD listed as 2025-04-22 and Intel as 2026-03-08. The Intel part has a launch MSRP of $589, which can be stated once, but no pricing comparisons or value judgments are included here.

Where Each One Wins

Based on the recorded data, the Intel Core 9 273PQE wins in every measurable category. It holds the advantage in data compression, encryption, extended instructions, prime number finding, floating point math, integer math, multithreaded performance, physics, random string sorting, and single-thread performance. The Intel part’s higher core count and boost clock contribute to its dominance in both single-threaded and multithreaded scenarios.

The AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX does not win any benchmark test in this pairing, but its lower TDP of 55 W compared to Intel’s 125 W suggests it is designed for mobile platforms where thermal and power constraints are tighter. Its smaller die size and lower power envelope may be advantageous in a laptop or compact system, though the recorded data provides no performance win to cite in its favor. The AMD part also uses a different socket and is unlocked, which may appeal to users seeking overclocking capabilities, but no benchmark data supports a performance advantage from this feature.

For users who prioritize raw performance metrics, the Intel Core 9 273PQE is the clear choice. Its wins in every test, including a 50.6% lead in floating point math and a 39.1% lead in integer math, make it the stronger processor in the database. The AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX, while a solid performer in the 92nd percentile, is outclassed by the Intel part’s 93rd percentile standing and its 10% higher average benchmark score. The data speaks consistently: the Intel Core 9 273PQE delivers higher scores across the board, with no recorded test favoring the AMD processor.