AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS vs Intel Core Ultra 5 245T Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data presents a clear split: the Intel Core Ultra 5 245T wins the majority of head-to-head tests, taking 13 of 17 comparisons, while the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS secures 4 wins. The Intel part dominates across all Cinebench versions, both single-core and multi-core, with a consistent margin of roughly 6% in every rendering test. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the Intel scores 26208 against AMD's 24565, a 6.3% difference; in single-core, it posts 3699 versus 3468, a 6.2% edge. The same pattern repeats in R20 and R15, where Intel leads by 6.2% to 6.3% in both metrics.

The largest overall victory belongs to Intel in the PassMark find prime numbers test, where it scores 324 against AMD's 87, a staggering 73.1% advantage. Intel also shows a massive lead in floating point math, scoring 108499 versus 58965, a 45.7% gap, and in physics, posting 2278 against 1389, a 39% difference. PassMark data encryption goes to Intel as well, 23656 to 20487, a 13.4% margin, and the single-thread PassMark test shows Intel ahead at 4367 versus 3762, a 13.9% lead. The multi-thread PassMark score also favors Intel, 30833 to 28572, a 7.3% difference.

AMD's wins are concentrated in specific workloads rather than across the board. The most notable is PassMark data compression, where AMD scores 343952 against Intel's 283812, a 21.2% advantage. In PassMark extended instructions, AMD leads 25434 to 22071, a 15.2% margin. Random string sorting goes to AMD, 41867 versus 34931, a 19.9% gap, and integer math favors AMD, 97625 to 88676, a 10.1% edge. These results indicate that AMD holds a clear advantage in data compression and string manipulation tasks, while Intel dominates computational math, encryption, and rendering workloads.

FAQ

Q: Which processor is faster in multi-core rendering?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 245T leads in every multi-core Cinebench test. It scores 26208 in R23 multi-core versus AMD's 24565, a 6.3% advantage, and similarly leads in R20 (11007 vs 10317) and R15 (2641 vs 2476).

Q: Does the AMD processor win any benchmark by a large margin?

A: Yes, AMD wins PassMark data compression by 21.2%, scoring 343952 against Intel's 283812. It also leads in random string sorting by 19.9% (41867 vs 34931) and extended instructions by 15.2% (25434 vs 22071).

Q: How do the two compare in single-thread performance?

A: Intel is consistently ahead. In PassMark single-thread, Intel scores 4367 versus AMD's 3762, a 13.9% lead. In Cinebench R23 single-core, Intel posts 3699 against AMD's 3468, a 6.2% difference.

Q: What is the biggest performance gap between the two?

A: The largest gap is in PassMark find prime numbers, where Intel scores 324 and AMD scores 87, giving Intel a 73.1% advantage. The second largest is floating point math, where Intel leads by 45.7% (108499 vs 58965).

Q: Are both processors in the same performance percentile?

A: Yes, both are in the 86th percentile against all CPUs in the database, indicating they occupy the same overall performance tier despite their different benchmark results.

Q: Does the AMD processor have any advantage in integer-heavy workloads?

A: Yes, AMD wins PassMark integer math with a score of 97625 versus Intel's 88676, a 10.1% advantage. This suggests AMD handles integer arithmetic more efficiently in this specific test.

Architecture Differences

The two processors are built on fundamentally different architectures and manufacturing processes. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS uses Zen 4 architecture on a 4 nm TSMC process node, with the codename Hawk Point. It integrates 25,000 million transistors on a 178 mm² die. The Intel Core Ultra 5 245T uses Arrow Lake architecture on a 3 nm TSMC process node, with the codename Arrow Lake-S. It packs 17,800 million transistors on a 243 mm² die, which is physically larger but contains fewer transistors than the AMD part.

Core counts differ substantially. The AMD processor has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel processor has 14 cores and 14 threads. Notably, the Intel part does not support hyper-threading in this configuration, so its thread count equals its core count. The AMD part doubles its thread count through simultaneous multithreading. This explains why Intel can win multi-core benchmarks despite having fewer threads: its 14 physical cores provide more raw parallel execution units.

Cache hierarchies also differ. AMD provides 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of shared L3 cache. Intel provides 192 KB of L1 per core, 3 MB of L2 per core, and 24 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel part has larger per-core caches and more total L3, which likely contributes to its single-thread performance advantage. Clock speeds are identical at the boost level, with both reaching 5.10 GHz, but the base clocks differ: AMD runs at 3.80 GHz, while Intel runs at 2.20 GHz. The lower base clock on Intel suggests a different power management strategy, despite the higher 65 W TDP compared to AMD's 45 W TDP.

Memory support is similar: both use DDR5 with dual-channel memory buses. However, Intel has a higher memory bandwidth at 102.4 GB/s versus AMD's 89.6 GB/s. Both support ECC memory. PCIe capabilities differ, with Intel offering Gen 5 with 20 CPU lanes, while AMD offers Gen 4 with 20 CPU lanes. Integrated graphics also differ, with AMD using Radeon 780M and Intel using Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 64EU. The AMD part targets the mobile segment with an FP7 socket, while Intel targets the desktop segment with Socket 1851.

The Verdict

The data points to a clear verdict for most workloads: the Intel Core Ultra 5 245T is the stronger overall performer. It wins 13 of 17 head-to-head benchmarks, holds a consistent 6% lead in all Cinebench tests, and delivers massive advantages in find prime numbers (73.1%), floating point math (45.7%), physics (39%), and single-thread performance (13.9%). For rendering, computational math, encryption, and general single-threaded tasks, Intel is the recommended choice.

The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS, however, is not without its strengths. It wins PassMark data compression by 21.2%, random string sorting by 19.9%, extended instructions by 15.2%, and integer math by 10.1%. These results indicate AMD has a distinct edge in data compression, sorting, and certain instruction-heavy workloads. For users whose primary tasks involve file compression, string handling, or specific integer operations, the AMD processor offers a measurable advantage.

Both processors sit in the 86th percentile against all CPUs, meaning they belong to the same performance class. The Intel part achieves a higher average benchmark score of 38194 compared to AMD's 39325, though this average is pulled down by AMD's weaker results in math-heavy tests. The AMD part's average is higher because its wins in compression and sorting are very large, while Intel's wins are more numerous but often smaller in percentage terms. The choice ultimately depends on workload mix: Intel for rendering and math, AMD for compression and integer tasks.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS | Intel Core Ultra 5 245T |

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

| Cores | 8 | 14 |

| Threads | 16 | 14 |

| Base Clock | 3.80 GHz | 2.20 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.10 GHz | 5.10 GHz |

| TDP | 45 W | 65 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP7 | Intel Socket 1851 |

| Process Node | 4 nm | 3 nm |

| Transistors | 25,000 million | 17,800 million |

| Die Size | 178 mm² | 243 mm² |

| L1 Cache | 64 KB (per core) | 192 KB (per core) |

| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 3 MB (per core) |

| L3 Cache | 16 MB (shared) | 24 MB (shared) |

| Memory Bandwidth | 89.6 GB/s | 102.4 GB/s |

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

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon 780M | Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 64EU |

| Market Segment | Mobile | Desktop |

| Release Date | 2024-04-15 | 2025-01-06 |

| Launch MSRP | None listed | $270 |

Where Each One Wins

AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS wins where data manipulation dominates. The PassMark data compression score of 343952 is 21.2% higher than Intel's, making it the clear choice for file compression, archiving, and data deduplication tasks. Random string sorting shows a 19.9% advantage, indicating strength in text processing and sorting algorithms. Extended instructions score 15.2% higher, suggesting better execution of specialized instruction sets. Integer math also favors AMD by 10.1%, which benefits applications relying heavily on integer arithmetic, such as certain database operations and financial calculations. The 8-core, 16-thread configuration with simultaneous multithreading provides strong parallel throughput for these specific workloads, despite having fewer physical cores than Intel.

Intel Core Ultra 5 245T wins where raw computational power and rendering matter. The Cinebench results are uniformly in Intel's favor, with a 6.2% to 6.3% lead across R15, R20, and R23 in both single and multi-core tests. This makes Intel the better choice for 3D rendering, video encoding, and other CPU-intensive creative workloads. The find prime numbers score of 324 versus 87 represents a 73.1% lead, indicating exceptional performance in prime number calculations and related mathematical operations. Floating point math shows a 45.7% advantage, benefiting scientific computing, simulation, and numerical analysis. Physics simulation scores 39% higher, which matters for game physics and engineering simulations. Data encryption is 13.4% faster, making Intel preferable for security-related tasks. The 14 physical cores provide a substantial advantage in workloads that scale with core count, even without hyper-threading. Single-thread performance is also markedly better, with a 13.9% lead in PassMark single-thread and a 6.2% lead in Cinebench single-core, making Intel the better choice for lightly threaded applications and general responsiveness. The higher memory bandwidth of 102.4 GB/s further supports memory-intensive workloads.