AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS vs Intel Core 5 330 Comparison

AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS and Intel Core 5 330 are both mobile processors, but the benchmark data shows a decisive performance separation. The AMD part wins 14 of 17 recorded head-to-head tests, while the Intel chip takes 3, with the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS delivering consistently higher scores in multi-core, single-core, and most specialized workloads. The Intel Core 5 330 counters with a clear advantage in prime number calculation and PassMark's single-thread test, yet its overall average benchmark score of 18,345 places it far behind the AMD's 39,325, a gap that reflects a 72nd versus 86th percentile ranking among all CPUs.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher multi-core performance in Cinebench R23?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS scores 24,565 points in Cinebench R23 multi-core, which is 86.8% ahead of the Intel Core 5 330's 13,150 points.

Q: Does the Intel Core 5 330 win any benchmark tests?

A: Yes, the Intel Core 5 330 wins 3 tests: PassMark find prime numbers (114 vs 87, a 23.7% advantage) and both PassMark single-thread and single-threaded tests (4,088 vs 3,762, an 8% advantage).

Q: What is the difference in memory bandwidth between the two?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS has a dual-channel memory bus with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth, while the Intel Core 5 330 uses a single-channel bus with 59.7 GB/s. The AMD part also supports ECC memory; the Intel part does not.

Q: How do the core and thread counts compare?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel Core 5 330 has 6 cores and 6 threads. The AMD part has no hyper-threading equivalent on the Intel side.

Q: What is the process node for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS is built on a 4 nm process from TSMC, while the Intel Core 5 330 uses a 3 nm process from Intel.

Q: What is the launch MSRP for the Intel Core 5 330?

A: The launch MSRP for the Intel Core 5 330 is $309. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS has no recorded launch MSRP in the database.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS belongs to the 8000 series, uses the Zen 4 architecture under the Hawk Point codename, and is manufactured on a 4 nm process by TSMC. It contains 25,000 million transistors on a 178 mm² die. The Intel Core 5 330 uses the Wildcat Lake codename, has no listed architecture name, and is fabricated on a 3 nm process by Intel. Its transistor count and die size are not recorded.

Cache layouts differ substantially. The AMD part allocates 64 KB of L1 per core and 1 MB of L2 per core, with 16 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel part lists a single L1 figure of 192 KB, 2.5 MB of L2, and 6 MB of shared L3. The AMD's larger shared L3 cache provides more capacity for data reuse across all 8 cores.

Memory support separates the two clearly. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS supports DDR5 over a dual-channel bus delivering 89.6 GB/s, and it includes ECC memory capability. The Intel Core 5 330 supports both DDR5 and LPDDR5X but only over a single-channel bus yielding 59.7 GB/s, and it lacks ECC support. PCIe connectivity also differs: the AMD provides Gen 4 with 20 lanes from the CPU, while the Intel provides Gen 4 with 6 lanes.

The integrated graphics differ as well. The AMD chip uses the Radeon 780M, while the Intel chip uses Intel Xe3 Graphics with 2 Xe cores. Both processors are locked (multiplier not unlocked), target the mobile market segment, and are currently listed as Active in production. The AMD part has a base clock of 3.80 GHz and boost clock of 5.10 GHz with a 45 W TDP, whereas the Intel part runs at 1.50 GHz base and 4.60 GHz boost with a 15 W TDP. The AMD uses AMD Socket FP7, and the Intel uses Intel BGA 1516.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS dominates the Cinebench suite. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, it scores 2,476 versus 1,325, a 86.9% delta. Single-core R15 shows 349 against 186, an 87.6% advantage. R20 multi-core repeats the pattern at 10,317 versus 5,523 (86.8%), and R20 single-core at 1,456 versus 779 (86.9%). Cinebench R23 multi-core delivers 24,565 versus 13,150 (86.8%), with single-core at 3,468 versus 1,856 (86.9%). These deltas, all near 87%, indicate the AMD part's advantage is consistent across rendering generations and workload types.

PassMark integer math shows the largest single gap. The AMD scores 97,625 against the Intel's 33,258, a 193.5% difference. Data compression also favors AMD heavily: 343,952 versus 145,287, a 136.7% delta. Random string sorting follows at 41,867 versus 17,771, a 135.6% advantage. Extended instructions show 25,434 versus 12,808, a 98.6% delta. Data encryption adds an 85% lead (20,487 versus 11,076), and multithread performance sits at 28,572 versus 15,471, an 84.7% delta. Floating point math gives the AMD a narrower but still substantial 34.4% win (58,965 versus 43,885), and physics shows just a 15.7% edge (1,389 versus 1,201).

The Intel Core 5 330 wins three tests. PassMark find prime numbers shows a 23.7% advantage for Intel (114 versus 87). The PassMark single-thread and single-threaded tests, which appear as duplicate entries, both record 4,088 for Intel versus 3,762 for AMD, an 8% delta. These wins indicate Intel's design excels at specific integer-heavy single-thread tasks and prime number searches, but they do not offset the broader performance deficit.

The Verdict

The recorded data shows a clear hierarchy. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS is the stronger processor in nearly every measured category, with 14 wins out of 17 head-to-head tests. Its average benchmark score of 39,325 places it in the 86th percentile of all CPUs, while the Intel Core 5 330's 18,345 average sits in the 72nd percentile. The AMD's nearest rivals in the database, such as the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840HS at 39,603 (0.7% higher) and the AMD Ryzen AI 7 450 at 39,485 (0.4% higher), show it is competitive within its own class. The Intel Core 5 330's nearest rivals include the Intel Core i3-14100 at 18,318 (0.1% higher) and the Intel Core 7 360 at 18,374 (0.2% higher), placing it at the entry level of Intel's mobile lineup.

For users prioritizing multi-threaded rendering, data compression, encryption, or integer math, the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS is the selection supported by the data. It delivers roughly double the performance in Cinebench multi-core tests and triple the score in PassMark integer math. For workloads centered on prime number calculation or single-thread PassMark performance, the Intel Core 5 330 shows a measurable edge, but those wins are isolated. The AMD's higher TDP of 45 W versus 15 W aligns with its higher clock speeds and larger core count, indicating a trade-off between power draw and throughput. The Intel part's 3 nm process and lower TDP suggest a focus on efficiency, but the benchmark results do not translate that into performance superiority outside its three wins.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS | Intel Core 5 330 |

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

| Cores | 8 | 6 |

| Threads | 16 | 6 |

| Base clock | 3.80 GHz | 1.50 GHz |

| Boost clock | 5.10 GHz | 4.60 GHz |

| TDP | 45 W | 15 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP7 | Intel BGA 1516 |

| Codename | Hawk Point | Wildcat Lake |

| Process node | 4 nm (TSMC) | 3 nm (Intel) |

| Transistors | 25,000 million | Not recorded |

| Die size | 178 mm² | Not recorded |

| L1 cache | 64 KB per core | 192 KB (total) |

| L2 cache | 1 MB per core | 2.5 MB |

| L3 cache | 16 MB shared | 6 MB shared |

| Memory support | DDR5 | DDR5, LPDDR5X |

| Memory bus | Dual-channel | Single-channel |

| Memory bandwidth | 89.6 GB/s | 59.7 GB/s |

| ECC memory | Yes | No |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 20 lanes | Gen 4, 6 lanes |

| Integrated graphics | Radeon 780M | Intel Xe3 Graphics (2 Xe) |

| Release date | 2024-04-15 | 2026-04-15 |

| Launch MSRP | Not recorded | $309 |

| Part number | 100-000001316 (FP7r2), 100-000001387 (FP7) | SAE3G |

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS wins in 14 benchmark categories, establishing it as the choice for compute-heavy workloads. Cinebench R15, R20, and R23 multi-core and single-core tests all favor AMD with deltas near 87%, making it the stronger option for 3D rendering, video encoding, and any multi-threaded application. PassMark data compression (136.7% lead) and random string sorting (135.6% lead) point to wins in file archiving and database operations. Data encryption (85% lead) and extended instructions (98.6% lead) support cryptography and SIMD-heavy code. Integer math at 193.5% ahead and floating point math at 34.4% ahead cover general scientific and financial calculations. PassMark multithread (84.7% lead) and physics (15.7% lead) round out the AMD's dominance in parallel workloads.

The Intel Core 5 330 wins in 3 categories. Its PassMark find prime numbers score of 114 beats the AMD's 87 by 23.7%, indicating a specific strength in prime factorization and related number-theory tasks. The PassMark single-thread score of 4,088 versus 3,762 (8% lead) shows Intel's advantage in lightly threaded, latency-sensitive applications. These wins are narrow in scope, and the Intel part's 15 W TDP combined with a 3 nm process suggests it may draw less power in sustained single-thread workloads, though the database does not record power efficiency metrics. For users whose primary tasks involve prime number searches or single-thread PassMark workloads, the Intel Core 5 330 offers a measurable benefit, but the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS is the dominant processor across the wider benchmark suite.