AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5845 vs Intel Core 7 250H Comparison

The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5845 and Intel Core 7 250H are closely matched processors overall, separated by a mere 0.2% in average benchmark score (35802 vs 35728). The data presents a clear split: the AMD chip dominates in Cinebench R23 and several PassMark compute tasks, while the Intel chip leads in Cinebench R15/R20 and a different set of PassMark workloads. The Ryzen 7 PRO 5845 is the choice for users prioritizing sustained multi-core rendering in the latest Cinebench version and cryptographic or instruction-heavy tasks, given its 33.7% lead in R23 multi-core and 61.9% lead in R23 single-core. Conversely, the Intel Core 7 250H is better suited for physics simulation, floating-point math, and single-threaded PassMark performance, where it leads by 39.2%, 20%, and 17% respectively. The Intel part also offers integrated graphics, a key feature absent from the AMD desktop chip.

The Verdict

From the benchmark data, the choice between these two CPUs depends entirely on the workload. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5845 is the definitive winner in rendering tasks measured by Cinebench R23, posting a 33.7% higher multi-core score (22145 vs 16561) and a 61.9% higher single-core score (3126 vs 1931) than the Intel Core 7 250H. It also wins in data encryption (8.8% ahead), extended instructions (21.9% ahead), and data compression (3.7% ahead). The Intel Core 7 250H, however, takes the lead in Cinebench R15 multi-core by 29.1%, Cinebench R20 multi-core by 4.1%, and notably in PassMark physics (1824 vs 1109, a 39.2% advantage) and floating-point math (65094 vs 52105, a 20% advantage). For single-threaded PassMark performance, the Intel chip is 17% ahead (4148 vs 3442).

The overall average scores are nearly identical, with the Ryzen holding a 0.2% edge. This means the decision is not about which is faster overall, but which specific application set matters more. The AMD processor is the pick for users running the latest Cinebench R23 benchmarks, encryption, and compression workloads. The Intel processor is the pick for physics calculations, floating-point math, and older Cinebench versions. The Intel chip also brings integrated Iris Xe Graphics 96EU to the table, making it a more complete package for systems without a discrete GPU.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5845 has a slightly higher average benchmark score of 35802, compared to the Intel Core 7 250H's 35728. This represents a 0.2% difference in favor of the AMD chip.

Q: How do the two compare in Cinebench R23 multi-core performance?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5845 wins decisively with a score of 22145, which is 33.7% higher than the Intel Core 7 250H's score of 16561.

Q: Is the Intel Core 7 250H better in any single-threaded test?

A: Yes, in the PassMark single-thread test, the Intel Core 7 250H scores 4148, which is 17% higher than the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5845's score of 3442.

Q: Which processor offers integrated graphics?

A: The Intel Core 7 250H features integrated Iris Xe Graphics 96EU. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5845 has no integrated graphics listed.

Q: What is the difference in physical core count?

A: The Intel Core 7 250H has 14 cores and 20 threads, while the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5845 has 8 cores and 16 threads.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core 7 250H has a boost clock of 5.40 GHz, which is higher than the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5845's boost clock of 4.60 GHz.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5845 is built on the Zen 3 architecture with the codename Vermeer, representing the 5000 series. It is manufactured on a 7 nm process at TSMC with 4,150 million transistors on a 74 mm² die. The Intel Core 7 250H uses the Raptor Lake architecture, specifically Raptor Lake-H, from the Raptor Lake Refresh generation. It is built on a 10 nm process at Intel's own foundry.

The core configurations differ significantly. The AMD chip uses a monolithic design with 8 full cores and 16 threads, each with 64 KB of L1 cache and 512 KB of L2 cache, sharing a 32 MB L3 cache. The Intel chip has 14 cores and 20 threads, with a hybrid configuration implied by its Raptor Lake architecture, though the data does not specify performance vs efficiency core counts. Each Intel core has 80 KB of L1 cache and 2 MB of L2 cache, with a shared 24 MB L3 cache.

Memory support also diverges. The AMD processor uses DDR4 memory with a dual-channel bus and a specified memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s, and it supports ECC memory. The Intel processor supports both DDR4 and DDR5 in dual-channel mode, but its memory bandwidth is not listed, and it does not support ECC. The PCIe implementation differs as well: the AMD chip offers Gen 4 with 20 lanes (CPU only), while the Intel chip offers Gen 5 with 8 lanes (CPU only). The Intel chip is a mobile part with a BGA 1744 socket, while the AMD is a desktop part on Socket AM4.

Specification Differences

The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5845 and Intel Core 7 250H differ in several key specifications. The AMD part has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel part has 14 cores and 20 threads. The base clock of the AMD chip is 3.40 GHz, compared to the Intel chip's 2.50 GHz. However, the Intel chip boosts higher at 5.40 GHz versus the AMD's 4.60 GHz. The thermal design power (TDP) also differs: the AMD chip is rated at 65 W, while the Intel chip is rated at 45 W.

The cache hierarchy shows the AMD chip with 64 KB L1 and 512 KB L2 per core, and 32 MB shared L3. The Intel chip has 80 KB L1 and 2 MB L2 per core, and 24 MB shared L3. The AMD chip supports DDR4 memory only, with ECC support, while the Intel chip supports both DDR4 and DDR5 without ECC. The memory bandwidth is listed only for the AMD chip at 51.2 GB/s. The PCIe version and lane count differ: AMD has Gen 4 with 20 lanes, Intel has Gen 5 with 8 lanes. The manufacturing process is 7 nm for AMD and 10 nm for Intel. The Intel chip has integrated Iris Xe Graphics 96EU, while the AMD chip has no integrated graphics. The Intel chip also has a launch MSRP of $502.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark results paint a complex picture of relative strengths. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the Intel Core 7 250H wins with a score of 3147 against the AMD's 2232, a 29.1% margin. In Cinebench R20 multi-core, the Intel chip again wins with 9697 vs 9300, a 4.1% lead. However, the tables turn dramatically in Cinebench R23. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5845 scores 22145 in multi-core, which is 33.7% higher than the Intel's 16561. In single-core R23, the AMD chip also wins decisively with 3126 vs 1931, a 61.9% advantage.

In PassMark tests, the wins are split across different task types. The AMD chip wins in data compression (314363 vs 303269, a 3.7% lead), data encryption (19815 vs 18206, an 8.8% lead), extended instructions (21117 vs 17318, a 21.9% lead), and find prime numbers (115 vs 106, an 8.5% lead). The Intel chip wins in floating-point math (65094 vs 52105, a 20% lead), integer math (99100 vs 94884, a 4.3% lead), multithread (27030 vs 26054, a 3.6% lead), physics (1824 vs 1109, a 39.2% lead), random string sorting (34136 vs 33754, a 1.1% lead), and single-thread (4148 vs 3442, a 17% lead). The total win count is 7 for the AMD chip and 10 for the Intel chip.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5845 wins in scenarios involving the latest rendering benchmark, Cinebench R23, with a 33.7% multi-core and 61.9% single-core advantage. This suggests it is better suited for modern 3D rendering and animation workloads that are optimized for this benchmark. It also wins in data compression and encryption tasks, making it a strong choice for file archiving, database operations, and security-related processing. Its 21.9% lead in extended instructions indicates superior performance for workloads utilizing advanced CPU instruction sets, such as certain scientific and simulation software.

The Intel Core 7 250H wins in physics simulation with a 39.2% margin, making it the better option for physics-based calculations in engineering or gaming physics engines. Its 20% lead in floating-point math points to advantages in scientific computing, financial modeling, and any task heavily reliant on decimal point calculations. The 17% single-thread PassMark lead suggests better responsiveness in lightly-threaded applications, such as older games or productivity software that uses a single core. The Intel chip's higher core count of 14 vs 8 gives it wins in multithread (3.6%) and integer math (4.3%), which can benefit video encoding and general productivity suites. Additionally, the Intel chip's integrated graphics make it a more versatile option for systems without a discrete GPU, a capability the AMD chip lacks entirely.