AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS vs AMD Ryzen Embedded 9950X3D Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data does not contain any direct head-to-head benchmark comparisons between the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS and the AMD Ryzen Embedded 9950X3D. The head-to-head benchmark section is empty, and the wins count for both processors is zero.

However, benchmark results are available for the Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS across multiple test suites. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score is 24565, while the single-core score is 3468. In Cinebench R20, the multi-core result is 10317 and the single-core result is 1456. The Cinebench R15 run shows 2476 for multi-core and 349 for single-core.

PassMark results for the Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS include a multi-thread score of 28572, single-thread score of 3762, integer math at 97625, floating point math at 58965, and extended instructions at 25434. Data encryption scores 20487, data compression scores 343952, and random string sorting scores 41867. The physics test returns 1389, and the find prime numbers test returns 87.

The Ryzen Embedded 9950X3D has no benchmark scores recorded in the database. Its percentile ranking against all CPUs is 50, and its average benchmark score is listed as 0. Without measured scores for the 9950X3D, quantitative comparison of workload performance between the two processors is not possible from the database.

The Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS sits at the 86th percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 39235. Its nearest rivals in the database include the AMD EPYC 4245P at 39215 (0.3% higher), the AMD Ryzen AI 7 450 at 39485 (0.4% lower), the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840HS at 39603 (0.7% lower), and the Intel Core i7-13700F at 39009 (0.8% higher). These deltas are small, placing the 8845HS in a tightly packed performance cluster.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9950X3D has 16 cores and 32 threads. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS has 8 cores and 16 threads.

Q: What are the clock speed differences between the two?

A: The Ryzen Embedded 9950X3D has a base clock of 4.30 GHz and a boost clock of 5.70 GHz. The Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS has a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz.

Q: Do these processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS and the Ryzen Embedded 9950X3D support ECC memory.

Q: Which processor has a larger L3 cache?

A: The Ryzen Embedded 9950X3D has 128 MB of L3 cache. The Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS has 16 MB of shared L3 cache.

Q: Are both processors currently in production?

A: Yes, both processors have an active production status.

Q: Which processor supports PCIe Gen 5?

A: The Ryzen Embedded 9950X3D supports PCIe Gen 5 with 24 lanes (CPU only). The Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS supports PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes (CPU only).

Where Each One Wins

The Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS is the only one of the two with recorded benchmark data, so its wins are measurable across a broad set of workloads. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 24565 and single-core score of 3468 indicate strong all-around compute capability for a mobile processor. PassMark integer math at 97625 and floating point math at 58965 show balanced arithmetic performance, while data compression at 343952 and data encryption at 20487 point to solid throughput in memory-heavy operations.

The Ryzen Embedded 9950X3D cannot be assigned workload wins from the database because it has no benchmark scores. Its specifications, however, suggest advantages in raw throughput potential: 16 cores versus 8, 32 threads versus 16, a higher base clock of 4.30 GHz versus 3.80 GHz, and a higher boost clock of 5.70 GHz versus 5.10 GHz. Its 128 MB L3 cache dwarfs the 16 MB L3 cache of the 8845HS, which typically benefits workloads with large working sets. The 9950X3D also supports PCIe Gen 5 with 24 lanes, compared to PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes on the 8845HS.

The 8845HS has a substantial advantage in power envelope, with a 45 W TDP versus 170 W for the 9950X3D, and it integrates a Radeon 780M graphics solution. The 9950X3D integrates a Radeon Graphics solution, but the database does not specify its configuration. For mobile or power-constrained environments, the 8845HS is the clear fit. For compute-heavy embedded workloads where power budget is less restrictive, the 9950X3D has the specification headroom to win, though the database lacks measured confirmation.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every major specification field. Core count doubles from 8 on the 8845HS to 16 on the 9950X3D, and thread count doubles from 16 to 32. Base clock rises from 3.80 GHz to 4.30 GHz, and boost clock rises from 5.10 GHz to 5.70 GHz. TDP jumps from 45 W to 170 W.

The socket changes from AMD Socket FP7 on the 8845HS to AMD Socket AM5 on the 9950X3D. The 8845HS belongs to the 8000 series with a Ryzen 7 (Zen 4, Hawk Point) generation label, while the 9950X3D belongs to the 9000 series with a Ryzen Embedded (Zen 5, Granite Ridge) generation label. The market segment differs as well: Mobile for the 8845HS, Desktop for the 9950X3D.

Die size and transistor counts differ markedly. The 8845HS has a die size of 178 mm² and 25,000 million transistors. The 9950X3D has a die size of 2x 70.6 mm² and 16,630 million transistors. Both use a 4 nm process node from TSMC.

Cache hierarchies are different. The 8845HS has 64 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of shared L3. The 9950X3D has 80 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 128 MB of L3. Memory support is DDR5 dual-channel on both, with identical 89.6 GB/s memory bandwidth. Both support ECC memory.

PCIe capability differs: Gen 4 with 20 lanes on the 8845HS versus Gen 5 with 24 lanes on the 9950X3D. Integrated graphics differ: Radeon 780M on the 8845HS versus Radeon Graphics on the 9950X3D. The multiplier is locked on the 8845HS and unlocked on the 9950X3D. The 8845HS has two part numbers (100-000001316 for FP7r2 and 100-000001387 for FP7), while the 9950X3D has one (100-000000719E). Release dates differ: the 8845HS launched on 2024-04-15, and the 9950X3D on 2025-10-06.

Architecture Differences

The architecture generation is the most significant split. The 8845HS uses Zen 4 under the Hawk Point codename, while the 9950X3D uses Zen 5 under the Granite Ridge codename. Both are built on TSMC's 4 nm process, but the implementation differs substantially.

The 8845HS is a monolithic design with a single 178 mm² die containing 25,000 million transistors. The 9950X3D uses a chiplets approach with two dies at 70.6 mm² each, totaling 16,630 million transistors. The per-core L1 cache increases from 64 KB on Zen 4 to 80 KB on Zen 5. L2 remains at 1 MB per core for both, but L3 jumps from 16 MB shared on the 8845HS to 128 MB on the 9950X3D.

The 8845HS targets mobile with its FP7 socket, 45 W TDP, and Radeon 780M integrated graphics. The 9950X3D targets desktop embedded use with the AM5 socket, 170 W TDP, and a more generic Radeon Graphics implementation. The 9950X3D adds PCIe Gen 5 support and an unlocked multiplier, features absent from the 8845HS. Both support DDR5 dual-channel memory with identical 89.6 GB/s bandwidth, and both support ECC memory, which is relevant for embedded and workstation reliability.

The 8845HS has a release date over a year earlier, and its production status is active. The 9950X3D also has an active production status. The zero-benchmark record for the 9950X3D means its architectural advantages have no measured confirmation in the database.

The Verdict

The data supports a clear split based on workload environment. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS is the option with verified performance, evidenced by its 86th percentile ranking and an average benchmark score of 39235. Its 45 W TDP, mobile socket, and Radeon 780M graphics make it appropriate for portable systems and power-sensitive designs. Benchmark results show strong multi-core throughput at 24565 in Cinebench R23 and a healthy single-thread score of 3468, with PassMark integer and floating point results at 97625 and 58965 respectively.

The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9950X3D offers specification advantages that the database cannot confirm through measurements: 16 cores, 32 threads, clock speeds up to 5.70 GHz, 128 MB L3 cache, PCIe Gen 5, and an unlocked multiplier. Its 170 W TDP and desktop AM5 socket indicate a design intended for stationary embedded systems with ample cooling and power delivery. The 50th percentile ranking and zero average benchmark score reflect missing data rather than poor performance.

Users with power constraints or mobile requirements should select the Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS, as its measured results and 45 W TDP align with that usage. Users building embedded desktop systems that need maximum core count, cache capacity, and modern I/O should consider the Ryzen Embedded 9950X3D, with the caveat that its benchmark performance is unrecorded in the database. The choice comes down to verified mobile efficiency against unverified desktop-class specification headroom.