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

FAQ

Q: How does the AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX compare to the Intel Core 9 273PTE in overall average benchmark score?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX records an average benchmark score of 60104, while the Intel Core 9 273PTE records 31143. The AMD part lands in the 92nd percentile of all CPUs, whereas the Intel part sits in the 82nd percentile.

Q: Which processor wins the majority of direct head-to-head benchmark comparisons?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX wins 10 out of 11 recorded head-to-head tests. The Intel Core 9 273PTE secures only a single win in the passmark_physics test.

Q: What is the largest performance gap in the head-to-head results?

A: The largest margin favors the AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX in passmark_extended_instructions, where it scores 27638 versus the Intel part's 15952, a delta of 73.3%. The second-largest gap is in passmark_random_string_sorting at 53.6%.

Q: How do the two processors compare in single-thread performance?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX scores 3879 in passmark_single_thread, while the Intel Core 9 273PTE scores 3433. That gives the AMD chip a 13% advantage in this metric.

Q: Does the Intel Core 9 273PTE have any clear advantage in the recorded benchmarks?

A: Yes, in passmark_physics the Intel part scores 1917 versus the AMD part's 1681, which is a 12.3% lead for Intel. This is the only head-to-head test where Intel comes out ahead.

Q: How do the nearest rival comparisons differ for these two CPUs?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX's nearest rival is the AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX with a delta of 0%, followed by the Intel Core i9-14900F at 0.2%. The Intel Core 9 273PTE's nearest rival is the Intel Core i7-12700F at 0.2%, with the AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS also at 0.2%.

The Verdict

The recorded data indicates that the AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX is the dominant performer across nearly every measured workload. Its average benchmark score of 60104 is roughly double that of the Intel Core 9 273PTE's 31143. The AMD chip wins 10 of 11 head-to-head tests, including decisive margins in data compression, encryption, extended instructions, and multithread performance. The Intel Core 9 273PTE only shows superiority in physics calculations, where it leads by 12.3%.

The AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX is the appropriate pick for users prioritizing raw throughput in integer math, floating-point math, encryption, compression, and multi-threaded workloads. Its 92nd percentile ranking among all CPUs places it in a higher performance tier than the Intel part's 82nd percentile. The Intel Core 9 273PTE, despite having more cores and threads (12 cores, 24 threads versus 8 cores, 16 threads), cannot match the AMD chip's per-core efficiency in most tests.

For anyone selecting based strictly on benchmark outcomes, the AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX is the clear choice. The Intel Core 9 273PTE would only be considered in scenarios where its physics test advantage is specifically relevant, or where its desktop platform characteristics (Socket 1700, DDR4 support) are required. However, the recorded data does not show any other workload where the Intel part outperforms the AMD part.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The head-to-head results reveal a consistent pattern of AMD dominance with one notable exception. In passmark_data_compression, the AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX scores 363759 against the Intel Core 9 273PTE's 258704, a 40.6% advantage. This gap suggests a substantial difference in how each processor handles compression algorithms, which often rely on highly parallel execution and efficient cache utilization.

The encryption test shows an even larger divide. The AMD chip scores 21840 versus 14253 for Intel, a 53.2% lead. This result implies the AMD architecture handles cryptographic workloads with significantly better throughput. Similarly, passmark_extended_instructions shows the biggest delta of all at 73.3% (27638 versus 15952), indicating that specialized instruction sets on the AMD side deliver outsized gains.

In integer math, the AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX scores 100328 compared to 82411 for the Intel Core 9 273PTE, a 21.7% margin. Floating-point math is closer: 61972 versus 60673, a 2.1% edge for AMD. The multithread test gives AMD a 31% lead (31517 versus 24054), which is notable given that the Intel chip has 12 cores and 24 threads versus the AMD chip's 8 cores and 16 threads.

Random string sorting favors AMD by 53.6% (44494 versus 28973), and prime number finding gives AMD a 12% edge (159 versus 142). Single-thread performance also goes to AMD with 3879 versus 3433, a 13% difference.

The only Intel victory comes in passmark_physics, where the Intel Core 9 273PTE scores 1917 against 1681 for AMD, a 12.3% margin. This test may respond differently to the Intel architecture's specific execution characteristics, but the surrounding data shows this is an isolated result rather than a trend.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in nearly every major specification field. The AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel Core 9 273PTE has 12 cores and 24 threads. Base clock speeds differ substantially: AMD runs at 3.60 GHz, Intel at 1.40 GHz. Boost clocks are closer, with AMD at 5.10 GHz and Intel at 5.50 GHz.

Thermal design power (TDP) favors the Intel part at 45 watts versus 55 watts for AMD. The AMD processor uses AMD Socket FL1, while the Intel processor uses Intel Socket 1700. Memory support also differs: AMD supports DDR5 only, while Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5. Both use dual-channel memory buses, but memory bandwidth ratings differ at 83.2 GB/s for AMD and 89.6 GB/s for Intel.

ECC memory support is present on the Intel Core 9 273PTE but not on the AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX. PCIe lane counts differ as well, with AMD offering Gen 5 with 28 lanes (CPU only) versus Intel's Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). Integrated graphics differ: AMD uses Radeon 610M, Intel uses UHD Graphics 730. The AMD processor has an unlocked multiplier, while the Intel processor is locked. The Intel part has a recorded launch MSRP of $549, whereas no launch MSRP is recorded for the AMD part.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX is built on 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 on a 71 mm² die. The Intel Core 9 273PTE uses Bartlett Lake architecture with a 10 nm process node from Intel's own foundry; no transistor count or die size is recorded for it.

Cache configurations differ notably. The AMD chip provides 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 32 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel chip provides 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 36 MB of shared L3 cache. Despite having more cache per core and more total L3, the Intel part's larger core count does not translate into benchmark wins.

The AMD processor is classified as a mobile part with a release date of 2025-04-22. The Intel processor is a desktop part with a release date of 2026-03-08. Both are listed as active in production. The AMD chip has an unlocked multiplier, suggesting overclocking flexibility, while the Intel chip's locked multiplier indicates fixed clock behavior.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX wins in 10 of the 11 recorded tests, making it the preferred choice for general-purpose computing, data-heavy workloads, and multi-threaded applications. Its 40.6% lead in data compression and 53.2% lead in encryption indicate strong performance for file archiving, database operations, and secure communications. The 73.3% advantage in extended instructions points to efficient handling of specialized computational tasks.

The AMD chip also leads in integer math (21.7%), multithread (31%), random string sorting (53.6%), and single-thread (13%) tests. Its floating-point edge is smaller at 2.1%, but still positive. For users running productivity suites, development tools, or scientific applications, the recorded data consistently favors the AMD processor.

The Intel Core 9 273PTE wins only in passmark_physics with a 12.3% margin. This suggests its architecture may have an advantage in physics simulation or similar workloads that stress certain execution units. However, this single data point does not establish a broader pattern. The Intel chip also offers ECC memory support, dual-channel DDR4 compatibility, and a lower TDP of 45 watts, which could matter in specific deployment scenarios.

For workloads that prioritize power efficiency per the recorded TDP, the Intel part draws less power, but the AMD part delivers far higher performance in almost every measured metric. The Intel Core 9 273PTE is a desktop processor with 16 PCIe Gen 5 lanes, while the AMD mobile part offers 28 PCIe Gen 5 lanes, which could affect expansion options in systems that support each socket type.