AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS vs Intel Core 9 270H Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data splits 10 wins for the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS and 7 for the Intel Core 9 270H, but the score gaps tell a more nuanced story. The largest single margin belongs to AMD in Cinebench R23 single-core, where the Ryzen scores 3,468 against Intel's 2,040, a 70% advantage. That is not a marginal difference; it is a decisive generational gap in lightly threaded workloads. The R23 multi-core result also favors AMD heavily: 24,565 versus 18,000, a 36.5% lead. These two Cinebench R23 measurements are the clearest indicators of where the AMD part dominates.

In the older Cinebench releases, the margins shrink dramatically. R15 multi-core shows AMD at 2,476 versus Intel's 2,464, a 0.5% edge. R15 single-core is 349 versus 347, a 0.6% lead for AMD. R20 multi-core is 10,317 versus 10,268, again 0.5% in AMD's favor. R20 single-core is 1,456 versus 1,449, a 0.5% edge. These near-ties suggest that in shorter rendering tasks or legacy benchmark versions, the two processors are effectively equivalent, with AMD holding a slight but consistent advantage.

PassMark results split by workload type. AMD wins data compression (343,952 versus 333,785, 3% ahead), data encryption (20,487 versus 19,369, 5.8% ahead), extended instructions (25,434 versus 20,079, 26.7% ahead), and random string sorting (41,867 versus 36,867, 13.6% ahead). The extended instructions gap is particularly large, implying AMD's Zen 4 core handles complex instruction sets more efficiently. Intel takes floating point math (70,640 versus 58,965, 16.5% ahead), prime number finding (112 versus 87, 22.3% ahead), physics (1,966 versus 1,389, 29.3% ahead), and multithread (28,764 versus 28,572, 0.7% ahead). Integer math is effectively a tie at 97,654 versus 97,625, with a recorded delta of 0%.

Single-thread PassMark favors Intel: 3,944 versus 3,762, a 4.6% lead. That is notable because it contradicts the Cinebench R23 single-core result. The explanation lies in the different workloads each benchmark stresses; Cinebench R23 rewards AMD's architecture, while PassMark's single-thread test favors Intel's higher boost clock. The Intel chip boosts to 5.80 GHz compared to AMD's 5.10 GHz, and that clock advantage shows up in PassMark's mixed instruction mix.

The Verdict

The data points to two distinct user profiles. For anyone running Cinebench R23, especially single-core tests, the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS is the clear pick. A 70% single-core lead and a 36.5% multi-core lead in the most modern rendering benchmark is substantial. The AMD part also wins the majority of PassMark sub-tests, including encryption, compression, and extended instructions, which are relevant for security-focused or data-heavy mobile workloads.

The Intel Core 9 270H wins where raw math throughput and physics simulation matter. Its 29.3% lead in PassMark physics and 16.5% lead in floating point math indicate a strength in scientific or simulation workloads. The 22.3% lead in prime number finding is a specific but real edge for certain algorithmic tasks. Intel's 4.6% single-thread PassMark advantage also matters for everyday responsiveness, though the Cinebench R23 single-core result complicates that picture.

Both processors sit at the 86th percentile versus all CPUs, meaning they are statistically equivalent in overall standing. The average benchmark score is 39,325 for AMD versus 38,335 for Intel, a 2.6% difference in AMD's favor. The nearest rivals for each reinforce this: AMD sits within 0.8% of the Intel Core i7-13700F and 0.7% of the Ryzen 7 PRO 8840HS, while Intel sits within 0.3% of the AMD Ryzen 7 250 and 0.2% of the Intel Core i5-13600HX. Neither chip is dramatically faster than its immediate competition; they are both mid-pack mobile processors in the same performance stratum.

For a buyer who prioritizes modern rendering benchmarks, encryption, and compression, the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS is the data-backed choice. For a buyer who prioritizes physics, floating point math, and a slight single-thread PassMark edge, the Intel Core 9 270H is the pick. The Intel chip also carries a launch MSRP of $697, but the database does not record a launch MSRP for the AMD part, so no direct price comparison is possible.

FAQ

Q: Which processor wins more benchmark tests overall?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS wins 10 of the 17 head-to-head benchmark comparisons, while the Intel Core 9 270H wins 7.

Q: What is the largest single benchmark margin between the two?

A: The largest margin is in Cinebench R23 single-core, where AMD scores 3,468 against Intel's 2,040, a 70% advantage.

Q: Does the Intel chip win any benchmark by a large margin?

A: Yes, Intel leads by 29.3% in PassMark physics (1,966 versus 1,389) and by 22.3% in PassMark prime number finding (112 versus 87).

Q: Are the two processors in the same performance percentile?

A: Yes, both are recorded at the 86th percentile versus all CPUs, indicating similar overall standing in the database.

Q: What is the difference in Cinebench R23 multi-core scores?

A: AMD scores 24,565 versus Intel's 18,000, a 36.5% lead for AMD.

Q: Which processor has the higher single-thread PassMark score?

A: Intel has the higher single-thread PassMark score at 3,944 versus AMD's 3,762, a 4.6% lead.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in several core specifications. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel Core 9 270H has 14 cores and 20 threads. Base clocks differ: AMD starts at 3.80 GHz, Intel at 2.70 GHz. Boost clocks reverse the order: AMD boosts to 5.10 GHz, Intel to 5.80 GHz. Both are rated at 45 W TDP.

Sockets are different: AMD uses AMD Socket FP7, Intel uses Intel BGA 1744. The AMD part supports DDR5 memory only, while Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5. Memory bandwidth is recorded for AMD at 89.6 GB/s; no bandwidth figure is recorded for Intel. ECC memory is supported on AMD but not on Intel. PCIe lanes differ: AMD provides Gen 4 with 20 lanes (CPU only), Intel provides Gen 5 with 8 lanes (CPU only). Integrated graphics differ, with AMD featuring Radeon 780M and Intel featuring Iris Xe Graphics 96EU.

The Intel part has a launch MSRP of $697; no launch MSRP is recorded for AMD. Release dates differ: AMD was released on 2024-04-15, Intel on 2024-12-17. The AMD part has two recorded part numbers (100-000001316 for FP7r2 and 100-000001387 for FP7), while Intel has one (SRQ6V). Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS is built on Zen 4 architecture with the Hawk Point codename, part of the 8000 series and the Ryzen 7 generation. It uses a 4 nm process node from TSMC, with 25,000 million transistors and a die size of 178 mm². The Intel Core 9 270H uses Raptor Lake architecture with the Raptor Lake-H codename, part of the Core 9 generation (Raptor Lake Refresh). It uses a 10 nm process node from Intel; no transistor count or die size is recorded.

Cache layouts differ significantly. AMD provides 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of shared L3 cache. Intel provides 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 24 MB of shared L3 cache. Neither processor has 3D V-Cache. The larger per-core L1 and L2 on Intel likely contributes to its PassMark single-thread advantage, while AMD's smaller process node and Zen 4 architecture explains its Cinebench R23 dominance.

The Intel part supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, giving it flexibility for existing platforms. AMD is limited to DDR5. The Intel part also offers PCIe Gen 5, albeit with fewer lanes (8 versus 20), which may matter for specific high-bandwidth peripherals.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS wins in modern CPU rendering benchmarks. Cinebench R23 multi-core and single-core are both decisive AMD victories, with 36.5% and 70% leads respectively. The older Cinebench R15 and R20 tests also go to AMD, though by narrow margins (0.5% to 0.6%). Data compression, encryption, and extended instructions all favor AMD, with the extended instructions gap at 26.7%. Random string sorting also goes to AMD by 13.6%. These wins indicate a processor well-suited for software development, data processing, and security tasks.

The Intel Core 9 270H wins in physics simulation, floating point math, and prime number finding. The physics score of 1,966 versus 1,389 is a 29.3% advantage, which is meaningful for simulation and modeling workloads. Floating point math at 70,640 versus 58,965 is a 16.5% edge, suggesting strength in scientific computing. The 22.3% lead in prime number finding points to algorithmic efficiency in certain math-heavy applications. Intel also edges out AMD in PassMark multithread and single-thread tests, though by smaller margins (0.7% and 4.6% respectively).

The practical split is this: choose the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS for rendering, compression, encryption, and instruction-heavy workloads. Choose the Intel Core 9 270H for physics, floating point, and general math throughput. Both parts sit at the same 86th percentile, so neither is a dominant overall winner; the correct choice depends entirely on the specific workload mix.