AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS vs Intel Core i7-13700TE Comparison

The AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS and Intel Core i7-13700TE are remarkably close in overall performance, with average benchmark scores of 31074 and 31028 respectively — a negligible 0.1% difference. This places both processors in the 82nd percentile of all CPUs, making them near-perfect equivalents in aggregate. However, the similarity ends at the average; their benchmark breakdowns reveal starkly different personalities. The AMD chip wins 11 of the 15 head-to-head comparisons, while the Intel part takes 4, but the margins and workload types tell a more nuanced story than the win count suggests.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Ryzen 9 8945HS dominates the PassMark suite with crushing margins. Its most extreme victory comes in extended instructions, where it scores 26964 against Intel's 13750 — a 96.1% advantage that nearly doubles the Intel part's output. This is not a marginal win but a generational gap in raw compute density. The AMD chip also excels at data compression, scoring 356508 versus 243565 (46.4% ahead), and random string sorting, where it posts 43202 against 27307 (58.2% ahead). These are not synthetic outliers; they reflect the Zen 4 architecture's efficiency in handling repetitive, throughput-heavy workloads.

The Intel Core i7-13700TE claws back ground in other PassMark tests. It wins floating point math with 66421 versus 61821 (6.9% ahead) and find prime numbers with 101 versus 92 (8.9% ahead). These wins are narrow, suggesting that while Intel holds an edge in specific math operations, it lacks the broad superiority AMD shows elsewhere. The Intel chip also wins on integer math? No — AMD takes that 101226 to 97911 (3.4% ahead), though the margin is slim enough to be within run-to-run variance.

The Cinebench results split the processors by generation. In Cinebench R23 single-core, the Intel part is decisively faster: 2639 versus 1805, a 31.6% lead that reflects its higher boost clock and Raptor Lake's strong single-thread design. This carries into R23 multi-core, where Intel wins 18698 to 16795 (10.2% ahead), despite having fewer specialized cores in the benchmark. However, the older Cinebench R15 tells the opposite story: AMD wins multi-core 2640 to 1884 (40.1% ahead) and single-core 281 to 265 (6% ahead). The R15 result is anomalous given R23's outcome, but it demonstrates that AMD's 8-core, 16-thread design can outperform Intel's 16-core, 24-thread part under certain test conditions.

The overall PassMark multithread score favors AMD substantially: 29780 versus 22754 (30.9% ahead), and PassMark single-thread also goes to AMD at 3850 versus 3422 (12.5% ahead). The data encryption test likewise favors AMD 21323 to 15006 (42.1% ahead). Across all benchmarks, AMD wins 11 comparisons to Intel's 4, but the Intel wins in R23 are significant enough that no buyer should dismiss it outright.

FAQ

Q: Which CPU has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS averages 31074, while the Intel Core i7-13700TE averages 31028. The difference is 0.1%, making them statistically tied.

Q: How much faster is the AMD chip in data compression?

A: The Ryzen 9 8945HS scores 356508 in PassMark data compression, compared to 243565 for the Intel part — a 46.4% advantage that makes it the clear choice for archiving or database workloads.

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

A: Yes, the Intel Core i7-13700TE leads by 31.6% in Cinebench R23 single-core (2639 versus 1805) and by 10.2% in Cinebench R23 multi-core (18698 versus 16795).

Q: What is the most lopsided benchmark result between these two?

A: PassMark extended instructions shows the biggest gap: AMD scores 26964 versus Intel's 13750, a 96.1% difference in favor of the Ryzen 9 8945HS.

Q: How do they compare in multi-threaded PassMark performance?

A: AMD wins PassMark multithread with 29780 points against Intel's 22754, a 30.9% lead that reflects the AMD chip's superior scaling in this test.

Q: Are these CPUs in the same performance percentile?

A: Yes, both are in the 82nd percentile of all CPUs, confirming they sit at the same tier despite their divergent strengths.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS uses TSMC's 4 nm process with 25,000 million transistors on a 178 mm² die, built on the Zen 4 architecture under the Hawk Point codename. It packs 8 cores and 16 threads, with a base clock of 4.00 GHz and boost clock of 5.20 GHz. Its cache hierarchy is 64 KB L1 per core, 1 MB L2 per core, and 16 MB shared L3. The integrated graphics is the Radeon 780M, and it supports DDR5 memory in dual-channel configuration with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth.

The Intel Core i7-13700TE is built on Intel's 10 nm process (the company's own foundry) with a 257 mm² die size and no transistor count listed. It uses the Raptor Lake architecture and Raptor Lake-S codename, featuring 16 cores and 24 threads — a hybrid design that combines performance and efficiency cores. Its base clock is listed as 1100.00 MHz with a boost clock of 4.80 GHz. Cache is larger: 80 KB L1 per core, 2 MB L2 per core, and 30 MB shared L3. The integrated GPU is UHD Graphics 770, and memory support spans both DDR4 and DDR5 in dual-channel mode, though memory bandwidth is not specified.

The architectural gulf is vast: AMD's 4 nm process versus Intel's 10 nm, a 178 mm² die versus 257 mm², and 25,000 million transistors versus an undisclosed count. AMD's smaller node and die allow higher clock speeds (5.20 GHz boost versus 4.80 GHz) and better efficiency per watt, while Intel counters with more cores, threads, and cache. The Intel part also supports PCIe Gen 5 (20 lanes) versus AMD's PCIe Gen 4 (20 lanes), giving Intel a bandwidth advantage for future expansion.

Specification Differences

The core and thread counts differ sharply: AMD has 8 cores and 16 threads, while Intel has 16 cores and 24 threads. Base clocks are misleadingly different — AMD runs at 4.00 GHz, Intel at 1100.00 MHz (likely a low-power base for efficiency cores), but boost clocks are closer: 5.20 GHz for AMD versus 4.80 GHz for Intel. TDP favors Intel at 35 watts versus AMD's 45 watts, making the Intel part more power-efficient on paper.

Socket and market segment diverge completely: AMD uses AMD Socket FP8 and targets mobile, while Intel uses Intel Socket 1700 and targets desktop. Process node: 4 nm (TSMC) versus 10 nm (Intel). Die size: 178 mm² versus 257 mm². Cache: AMD has 64 KB L1 and 1 MB L2 per core with 16 MB L3; Intel has 80 KB L1 and 2 MB L2 per core with 30 MB L3. Memory: AMD supports only DDR5; Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5. Memory bandwidth: AMD specifies 89.6 GB/s; Intel lists none. PCIe: AMD Gen 4 with 20 lanes; Intel Gen 5 with 20 lanes. Integrated graphics: Radeon 780M versus UHD Graphics 770. ECC memory is false for both, and neither has an unlocked multiplier.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS is the clear winner for throughput-heavy workloads. Its PassMark multithread score (29780 versus 22754) and data compression win (46.4%) make it the pick for content creation, database operations, and any task that processes large volumes of data. The 96.1% lead in extended instructions suggests it handles AVX-style workloads far better, which is relevant for scientific computing or video encoding. Its 42.1% lead in data encryption also points to faster secure communication and file encryption tasks.

The Intel Core i7-13700TE wins where single-thread performance and raw multi-core rendering matter most. Its 31.6% lead in Cinebench R23 single-core and 10.2% lead in R23 multi-core make it the choice for 3D rendering workflows, CAD, and applications that rely heavily on Cinebench-style CPU rendering. The Intel part also wins floating point math (6.9%) and prime number finding (8.9%), which are niche but relevant for financial modeling or physics simulations. Its lower 35 W TDP and desktop socket also make it easier to cool in a compact desktop build.

The Verdict

The data supports a clear split: choose the AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS if your work involves data compression, encryption, sorting, or any multi-threaded PassMark-style workload where it leads by 30-96%. Its 8 cores and 16 threads are enough to outperform Intel's 16 cores and 24 threads in most practical tests, and its 82nd percentile ranking matches Intel's. The AMD chip is also the mobile choice, given its FP8 socket and Radeon 780M graphics.

Choose the Intel Core i7-13700TE if Cinebench R23 performance is your benchmark of record — it wins single-core by 31.6% and multi-core by 10.2% — or if you need DDR4 memory support for a budget build. Its 30 MB L3 cache and 16 cores provide headroom for rendering, and its 35 W TDP is more power-friendly. However, its losses in PassMark multithread (30.9%) and extended instructions (96.1%) mean it will feel slower in general-purpose desktop use despite winning the rendering tests. The average scores are tied, but the workloads you run will decide the winner.