AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS vs Intel Core 7 253PE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows a clear overall winner in raw benchmark counts: the Intel Core 7 253PE takes 13 of the 17 head-to-head tests, while the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS wins 4. However, the margins tell a more nuanced story than the win count alone.

In the Cinebench suite, Intel leads consistently but narrowly. The multicore results are nearly identical: Cinebench R15 shows Intel at 2507 versus AMD at 2476, a 1.2% gap. Cinebench R20 multicore puts Intel at 10449 against AMD's 10317, a 1.3% difference. The R23 multicore test follows the same pattern, with Intel scoring 24880 and AMD scoring 24565, again a 1.3% margin. Single-core Cinebench results are similarly tight, with Intel ahead by 1.3% to 1.4% across R15, R20, and R23.

The PassMark multithread test gives Intel a 2.4% edge, scoring 29271 versus 28572. PassMark single-thread shows Intel at 3955 versus AMD's 3762, a 4.9% advantage. These results indicate Intel holds a consistent, if modest, lead in general processing throughput.

The large Intel wins come in specific computational workloads. PassMark physics shows Intel at 1845 versus AMD's 1389, a 24.7% advantage. Floating point math swings even further: Intel scores 80870 against AMD's 58965, a 27.1% gap. Integer math favors Intel by 14.5%, with scores of 114158 and 97625. Prime number finding is the most lopsided test: Intel scores 138 versus AMD's 87, a 37% difference.

AMD's wins are concentrated in data and memory-oriented tasks. Random string sorting is AMD's strongest result: 41867 versus Intel's 32777, a 27.7% margin. Extended instructions favor AMD by 16.6%, with scores of 25434 and 21806. Data encryption shows AMD at 20487 versus Intel's 18385, an 11.4% advantage. Data compression is closer, with AMD at 343952 and Intel at 339133, a 1.4% edge.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 7 253PE dominates in computational throughput tasks. The 37% lead in prime number finding, 27.1% in floating point math, and 24.7% in physics all point to a processor that handles heavy arithmetic workloads more efficiently. The 14.5% advantage in integer math supports this pattern, as does the 4.9% single-thread lead. Across the entire Cinebench suite, Intel's 1.2% to 1.4% margins in both single-core and multi-core tests confirm a broad, if modest, superiority in rendering and CPU-bound productivity.

The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS wins where memory manipulation and specialized instruction sets matter. The 27.7% lead in random string sorting indicates faster memory access patterns or more efficient sorting algorithms. The 16.6% advantage in extended instructions suggests better support for newer or more specialized instruction sets. Data encryption at 11.4% ahead shows a meaningful edge in security-related workloads. Data compression, while only 1.4% ahead, still favors AMD.

The overall average benchmark score reflects this split: Intel averages 40557 across all tests, while AMD averages 39325. Intel sits at the 87th percentile of all CPUs, AMD at the 86th. Intel's nearest rival, the Intel Core 5 223PE, scores 40585, a 0.1% difference. AMD's closest competitor, the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840HS, scores 39603, which is 0.7% above the 8845HS.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher single-core performance?

A: The Intel Core 7 253PE leads in single-core tests. PassMark single-thread scores are 3955 for Intel versus 3762 for AMD, a 4.9% difference. Cinebench R23 single-core shows Intel at 3512 and AMD at 3468, a 1.3% gap.

Q: How do the two compare in multicore rendering workloads?

A: Intel wins all three Cinebench multicore tests by similar margins. R15 scores are 2507 versus 2476 (1.2% gap), R20 scores are 10449 versus 10317 (1.3% gap), and R23 scores are 24880 versus 24565 (1.3% gap).

Q: Are there any workloads where the AMD processor wins by a large margin?

A: Yes. AMD leads by 27.7% in random string sorting (41867 versus 32777) and by 16.6% in extended instructions (25434 versus 21806). Data encryption shows an 11.4% advantage for AMD.

Q: What is the largest performance gap between the two processors?

A: The largest gap is in PassMark find prime numbers, where Intel scores 138 and AMD scores 87, giving Intel a 37% advantage.

Q: How do the processors compare in overall average performance?

A: The Intel Core 7 253PE has an average benchmark score of 40557, while the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS averages 39325. Intel ranks at the 87th percentile of all CPUs, AMD at the 86th.

Q: Which processor has better floating point performance?

A: Intel is substantially ahead in floating point math, scoring 80870 versus AMD's 58965, a 27.1% advantage.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in nearly every fundamental specification. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS uses 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel Core 7 253PE uses 10 cores and 20 threads. Base clocks differ significantly: AMD runs at 3.80 GHz, Intel at 2.50 GHz. Boost clocks reverse the order: AMD boosts to 5.10 GHz, Intel to 5.50 GHz. Thermal design power also differs, with AMD rated at 45 watts and Intel at 65 watts.

Sockets are incompatible: AMD uses AMD Socket FP7, Intel uses Intel Socket 1700. The market segments differ as well, with AMD classified as Mobile and Intel as Desktop. The integrated graphics are different, featuring the Radeon 780M on the AMD side and UHD Graphics 730 on Intel.

Memory support differs: AMD supports DDR5 only, while Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5. Both use dual-channel memory buses with the same 89.6 GB/s bandwidth. PCIe support differs, with AMD offering Gen 4 with 20 lanes (CPU only) and Intel offering Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). Both support ECC memory. Neither has an unlocked multiplier.

Release dates are far apart. AMD launched on April 15, 2024, while Intel launched on March 8, 2026. The Intel processor has a recorded launch MSRP of $384. The AMD processor has no recorded launch MSRP.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS uses Zen 4 architecture under the codename Hawk Point, part of the Ryzen 7 generation. It is built on a 4 nm process at TSMC, with 25,000 million transistors on a 178 mm² die. The cache layout includes 64 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of shared L3 cache.

The Intel Core 7 253PE uses the codename Bartlett Lake, classified as Core 7 generation. It is built on a 10 nm process at Intel. No transistor count or die size is recorded for this processor. The cache layout differs from AMD: 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 33 MB of shared L3 cache.

The process node difference is notable: 4 nm versus 10 nm gives AMD a significant manufacturing advantage on paper, though the benchmark data shows Intel still achieves higher performance in most tests. The cache differences are substantial in the L2 and L3 levels, with Intel providing 2 MB of L2 per core and 33 MB of shared L3, versus AMD's 1 MB per core and 16 MB shared.

The part numbers also differ: AMD lists 100-000001316 (FP7r2) and 100-000001387 (FP7), while Intel lists SA4QE. Both processors are active in production.

The Verdict

The data supports a straightforward choice based on workload. The Intel Core 7 253PE is the stronger processor for CPU-intensive computational tasks. It wins 13 of 17 benchmarks, holds a 37% lead in prime number finding, a 27.1% lead in floating point math, and a 24.7% lead in physics. Its single-thread advantage of 4.9% and consistent 1.3% multicore leads across the Cinebench suite make it the better option for rendering, scientific computing, and general productivity. The higher average benchmark score of 40557 versus 39325 confirms this overall advantage.

The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS is the better choice when workloads involve data manipulation, encryption, or specialized instruction sets. It leads by 27.7% in random string sorting, 16.6% in extended instructions, and 11.4% in data encryption. Its 45 watt TDP versus Intel's 65 watts also makes it the more power-efficient option, which matters for mobile platforms since it is classified as a mobile processor.

Buyers should note the market segments: AMD is a mobile processor, Intel is a desktop processor. The Intel part carries a launch MSRP of $384. The AMD part has no recorded launch MSRP. Socket compatibility is exclusive to each platform, so the choice of processor is tied to the choice of motherboard and system form factor. For desktop users prioritizing arithmetic throughput and rendering, Intel is the data-backed pick. For mobile users prioritizing encryption, compression, and specialized instructions, AMD is the data-backed pick.