AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5845 vs Intel Core i7-13700HX Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The head-to-head data shows a clear split between the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5845 and the Intel Core i7-13700HX, with Intel winning 14 of the 17 recorded comparisons. The most dramatic Intel victory comes in Cinebench R15 multi-core, where the i7-13700HX scores 3277 against the AMD part's 2232, a 31.9% advantage. PassMark physics tells a similar story: Intel's 1908 score beats AMD's 1109 by 41.9%, the largest delta in the entire comparison. Floating point math also favors Intel heavily, with 85863 versus 52105, a 39.3% gap.

The Intel part also dominates in PassMark multi-thread performance, scoring 32637 against 26054, a 20.2% lead. Data compression shows 392725 versus 314363, a 20% difference. Integer math goes Intel's way by 18.6% (116617 vs 94884). Random string sorting favors Intel by 19.1% (41717 vs 33754). Extended instructions show a 12.5% Intel edge (24127 vs 21117), and data encryption is 11.5% ahead for Intel (22386 vs 19815). Even in single-thread PassMark tests, Intel leads by 9.9% (3819 vs 3442).

The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5845 takes three wins, and they are substantial. Cinebench R23 single-core is the standout: AMD scores 3126 against Intel's 1875, a 66.7% advantage that is the largest win for either side. Cinebench R23 multi-core also goes AMD's way, with 22145 versus 20479, an 8.1% lead. Cinebench R15 single-core completes the AMD set, 314 versus 272, a 15.4% margin.

The pattern is consistent: Intel wins most throughput-heavy and parallel workloads, while AMD wins in Cinebench's newer R23 version and shows exceptional single-core strength in that specific test. The R20 results are mixed for AMD: Intel leads R20 multi-core by 17.6% (11290 vs 9300) and R20 single-core by the same 17.6% (1593 vs 1312). This creates an unusual situation where AMD wins R23 single-core by a huge margin but loses R20 single-core by a significant one.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5845 is a desktop part built on Zen 3 architecture, codenamed Vermeer, using a 7 nm process from TSMC. It packs 8 cores and 16 threads. The Intel Core i7-13700HX is a mobile processor using Raptor Lake architecture, codenamed Raptor Lake-HX, fabricated on Intel's 10 nm process. It has 16 cores and 24 threads.

Cache configurations differ substantially. AMD provides 64 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 32 MB of shared L3. Intel offers 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 30 MB of shared L3. The larger per-core L2 on Intel (2 MB vs 512 KB) likely contributes to its strong performance in data-heavy workloads like compression and integer math.

Clock speeds tell another part of the story. AMD's base clock is 3.40 GHz with a boost of 4.60 GHz. Intel starts lower at 2.10 GHz base but boosts to 5.00 GHz. The higher boost clock on Intel helps explain its single-thread PassMark advantage, though the R23 single-core result contradicts that trend.

Memory support differs as well. AMD supports DDR4 only, with dual-channel access and a measured bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s. Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5, also dual-channel, though no bandwidth figure is recorded. Both support ECC memory. PCIe generations differ: AMD uses Gen 4 with 20 CPU lanes, while Intel uses Gen 5 with 20 CPU lanes.

The Intel part includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 770), while the AMD part has no integrated graphics listed. This matters for systems without a discrete GPU, though both are typically paired with dedicated graphics in performance builds. The AMD chip uses the AM4 socket, while Intel uses BGA 1964, meaning the Intel part is soldered for mobile use.

Power envelopes are close but not identical. AMD lists a TDP of 65 watts, Intel 55 watts. The die sizes reflect their process differences: AMD's 74 mm² die versus Intel's 257 mm². AMD's transistor count is listed at 4,150 million, while Intel's is not recorded.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i7-13700HX is the clear choice for parallel compute. Its 16 cores and 24 threads give it a structural advantage in multi-threaded workloads. PassMark multi-thread shows a 20.2% lead. Cinebench R15 multi-core shows a 31.9% lead. PassMark physics, which heavily rewards core count, shows a 41.9% advantage. The i7 also wins every PassMark sub-test except none, covering compression, encryption, extended instructions, prime numbers, floating point, integer math, random string sorting, and single-thread.

The Intel part's strength in floating point math is particularly pronounced. A 39.3% lead in that category suggests it handles scientific computing, simulations, and any FP-heavy code better. Data compression at 20% ahead indicates faster archive handling and file operations. Integer math at 18.6% ahead helps with general productivity software.

The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5845 wins in Cinebench R23, both single and multi-core. The R23 multi-core win (8.1%) is notable because it contradicts the R15 and R20 multi-core results, suggesting AMD's architecture handles the newer Cinebench workload more efficiently. The R23 single-core win is massive at 66.7%, though this is offset by losing R20 single-core by 17.6%.

For single-threaded performance outside of Cinebench, Intel has the edge. PassMark single-thread shows Intel ahead by 9.9%, and PassMark singlethread confirms the same score. The AMD part's 3.40 GHz base clock versus Intel's 2.10 GHz base does not translate into a general single-thread win, likely due to Intel's 5.00 GHz boost capability.

The Verdict

The data supports Intel for most users. The i7-13700HX wins 14 of 17 head-to-head tests, and its victories span nearly every workload category. If the workload involves compression, encryption, math, physics, sorting, or general multi-threading, Intel is the pick. The PassMark multi-thread score of 32637 versus 26054 makes this straightforward for rendering, compilation, or any parallel task.

The Ryzen 7 PRO 5845 is the choice specifically for Cinebench R23 workloads. Its 66.7% single-core lead and 8.1% multi-core lead in that test are substantial. If the primary application is Cinebench R23 or similar rendering software that mirrors its behavior, the AMD part wins. The R23 multi-core score of 22145 versus 20479 means a real performance advantage, not a marginal one.

The Intel part's integrated graphics add flexibility for systems that need a display output without a discrete GPU. The AMD part requires a separate graphics card. For a desktop build with a dedicated GPU already planned, this is irrelevant, but for troubleshooting or basic tasks, Intel's iGPU is a safety net.

The 55 watt TDP on Intel versus 65 watts on AMD is interesting given Intel's higher core count. Neither number is extreme, and both fit in typical performance systems. The AMD part's smaller die (74 mm² vs 257 mm²) and 7 nm process suggest efficiency advantages, but the benchmark data does not show a power consumption metric, so that remains qualitative.

For a mobile laptop user, the Intel part is the obvious answer given its BGA socket and mobile market segment. For a desktop builder on AM4, the AMD part makes sense, but the benchmark data shows it loses most comparisons. The launch MSRP for the Intel part is $485, stated once here for reference.

FAQ

Q: Which CPU wins more head-to-head benchmarks?

A: The Intel Core i7-13700HX wins 14 of the 17 recorded comparisons. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5845 wins 3.

Q: What is the biggest single benchmark difference between them?

A: Cinebench R23 single-core shows the largest gap, with AMD scoring 3126 against Intel's 1875, a 66.7% advantage for AMD.

Q: How do they compare in multi-core performance?

A: Intel wins Cinebench R15 multi-core by 31.9% (3277 vs 2232) and R20 multi-core by 17.6% (11290 vs 9300), but AMD wins R23 multi-core by 8.1% (22145 vs 20479). PassMark multi-thread favors Intel by 20.2% (32637 vs 26054).

Q: Do both CPUs support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5845 and Intel Core i7-13700HX list ECC memory support as true.

Q: Which CPU has integrated graphics?

A: Only the Intel Core i7-13700HX includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 770). The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5845 has no integrated graphics listed.

Q: What are the core and thread counts for each?

A: The AMD part has 8 cores and 16 threads. The Intel part has 16 cores and 24 threads.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5845 | Intel Core i7-13700HX |

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

| Cores | 8 | 16 |

| Threads | 16 | 24 |

| Base Clock | 3.40 GHz | 2.10 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.60 GHz | 5.00 GHz |

| TDP | 65 W | 55 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM4 | Intel BGA 1964 |

| Architecture | Zen 3 | Raptor Lake |

| Codename | Vermeer | Raptor Lake-HX |

| Process Node | 7 nm | 10 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| Die Size | 74 mm² | 257 mm² |

| L1 Cache | 64 KB (per core) | 80 KB (per core) |

| L2 Cache | 512 KB (per core) | 2 MB (per core) |

| L3 Cache | 32 MB (shared) | 30 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | DDR4 | DDR4, DDR5 |

| Memory Bandwidth | 51.2 GB/s | Not recorded |

| ECC Memory | Yes | Yes |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 20 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 5, 20 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | None | UHD Graphics 770 |

| Market Segment | Desktop | Mobile |

| Multiplier Unlocked | No | Yes |

| Release Date | 2022-04-03 | 2023-01-03 |

| Part Number | 100-000000832 | SRME5 |