AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8645HS vs Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-80-100 Comparison

AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8645HS and Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-80-100 represent two distinct approaches to mobile computing. The Ryzen 5 PRO is an x86 processor from AMD’s 8000 series, built on the Zen 4 architecture with the Hawk Point codename. The Snapdragon X1E-80-100 is an Arm-based processor from Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X Elite family, using the Oryon codename. This analysis compares the recorded data for both processors, focusing on benchmark results, architectural differences, and specification gaps.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains a full set of benchmark scores for the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8645HS, while the Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-80-100 has no recorded benchmark entries. This absence of data for the Snapdragon means direct head-to-head comparisons are impossible. The Ryzen 5 PRO 8645HS has an average benchmark score of 30879 across all recorded tests, placing it in the 82nd percentile of all CPUs in the database. The Snapdragon X1E-80-100 sits in the 50th percentile with an average benchmark score of 0, which reflects the lack of recorded measurements rather than actual performance.

The Ryzen 5 PRO 8645HS delivers strong results in Cinebench tests. Its Cinebench R23 multicore score is 19742, and its single-core score is 2787. In Cinebench R20, the multicore score is 8291 with a single-core score of 1170. The Cinebench R15 results show a multicore score of 1989 and a single-core score of 280. These scores indicate a processor capable of handling both heavily threaded workloads and single-threaded tasks with solid efficiency.

PassMark results for the Ryzen 5 PRO 8645HS further illustrate its capabilities. The multithread score is 23569, while the single-thread score is 3858. In specific computational tasks, the processor achieves 72740 in integer math, 45481 in floating point math, and 21212 in extended instructions. Data compression scores reach 265826, and data encryption scores 17387. The processor also records 35472 in random string sorting, 1208 in physics, and 73 in find prime numbers.

Because the Snapdragon X1E-80-100 has no recorded benchmarks, the database shows no head-to-head wins for either processor. The winsA and winsB fields both stand at 0. This means the comparison must rely on architectural and specification differences rather than direct performance measurements. The Ryzen 5 PRO 8645HS has a clear advantage in available data, but without Snapdragon scores, no definitive performance ranking can be established from benchmark results alone.

The nearest rivals for the Ryzen 5 PRO 8645HS provide context for its performance. The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F has an average score of 30746, which is 0.4% lower than the Ryzen 5 PRO’s 30879. The Intel Core i7-13700TE scores 31028, putting it 0.5% higher. The AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS scores 31074, 0.6% higher, and the Intel Core i7-12700F scores 31081, also 0.6% higher. These deltas show the Ryzen 5 PRO 8645HS performing within a narrow band around these comparable processors, slightly trailing the higher-tier options but nearly matching them.

Architecture Differences

The Ryzen 5 PRO 8645HS uses the Zen 4 architecture with the Hawk Point codename, while the Snapdragon X1E-80-100 uses the Oryon codename under the Snapdragon X Elite generation. Both processors are manufactured on a 4 nm process node at TSMC, so the fabrication technology is identical. The foundry for both is TSMC, and both are classified as mobile market segment processors with active production status.

The core counts differ significantly. The Ryzen 5 PRO 8645HS has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Snapdragon X1E-80-100 has 12 cores and 12 threads. The Ryzen processor uses simultaneous multithreading to double its thread count, whereas the Snapdragon has no thread doubling, so its 12 cores produce 12 threads. This structural difference means the Snapdragon relies on a higher physical core count, while the Ryzen depends on multithreading to reach its thread total.

Cache configurations differ in structure and size. The Ryzen 5 PRO 8645HS has 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 cache per core, and 16 MB of shared L3 cache. The Snapdragon X1E-80-100 has 288 KB of L1 cache per core, 12 MB of L2 cache per module, and 6 MB of shared L3 cache. The Snapdragon’s larger per-core L1 and per-module L2 caches contrast with the Ryzen’s larger shared L3 pool. Neither processor features a 3D V-Cache variant, as the vCache3d field is null for both.

Clock speeds also differ. The Ryzen 5 PRO 8645HS has a base clock of 4.30 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz. The Snapdragon X1E-80-100 has a base clock of 3.40 GHz and a boost clock of 4.00 GHz. The Ryzen runs at higher frequencies in both base and boost states, which contributes to its single-thread performance potential in the recorded data.

The memory and I/O architectures are distinct. The Ryzen 5 PRO 8645HS supports DDR5 memory on a dual-channel bus with a bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s and includes ECC memory support. The Snapdragon X1E-80-100 supports LPDDR5X memory on a dual-channel bus with a bandwidth of 135.2 GB/s and does not support ECC memory. The Snapdragon has a higher memory bandwidth figure, while the Ryzen offers ECC functionality.

PCIe connectivity differs as well. The Ryzen 5 PRO 8645HS uses PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes for the CPU, while the Snapdragon X1E-80-100 uses PCIe Gen 4 with 12 lanes for the CPU. Both are Gen 4, but the Ryzen provides more lanes. The integrated graphics also differ: the Ryzen uses the Radeon 760M, while the Snapdragon uses the Adreno X1-85.

The socket types are incompatible. The Ryzen 5 PRO 8645HS uses AMD Socket FP7, with part numbers 100-000001315 for FP7r2 and 100-000001388 for FP7. The Snapdragon X1E-80-100 uses Qualcomm BGA 2073, with part number X1E80100. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier, so overclocking is not supported on either.

Where Each One Wins

The recorded data only provides benchmark results for the Ryzen 5 PRO 8645HS, so win allocation must be inferred from specifications and the available measurements. The Ryzen 5 PRO 8645HS shows strength in single-threaded performance based on its Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2787 and PassMark single-thread score of 3858. The higher clock speeds of 4.30 GHz base and 5.00 GHz boost support this profile. The Snapdragon X1E-80-100, with a lower boost clock of 4.00 GHz, lacks recorded single-thread scores, but the frequency gap suggests the Ryzen holds an advantage in this area.

The Snapdragon X1E-80-100 has advantages in core count and memory bandwidth. Its 12 physical cores exceed the Ryzen’s 6 cores, which could benefit heavily parallel workloads if software is optimized for the Arm architecture. Its memory bandwidth of 135.2 GB/s is higher than the Ryzen’s 89.6 GB/s, which may help in memory-intensive tasks. However, without benchmark scores, these advantages remain theoretical.

The Ryzen 5 PRO 8645HS wins in ECC memory support, a feature absent on the Snapdragon. This makes the Ryzen suitable for environments where data integrity matters, such as certain professional or server-adjacent workloads. The Ryzen also has more PCIe lanes, 20 versus 12, which allows for more expansion devices or faster peripheral configurations.

The Snapdragon X1E-80-100 wins in cache capacity per core. Its L1 cache of 288 KB per core is larger than the Ryzen’s 64 KB per core, and its L2 cache of 12 MB per module exceeds the Ryzen’s 1 MB per core. The total L2 capacity for the Snapdragon is 12 MB per module, which with 12 cores could scale to a substantial aggregate, though the module structure is not fully detailed.

Power consumption differs. The Ryzen 5 PRO 8645HS has a TDP of 45 watts, while the Snapdragon X1E-80-100 has a TDP of 35 watts. The Snapdragon’s lower TDP suggests it may be more power-efficient, but efficiency depends on performance per watt, which cannot be determined without Snapdragon benchmark data.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in several key specification fields. Core count: the Ryzen 5 PRO 8645HS has 6 cores, the Snapdragon X1E-80-100 has 12 cores. Thread count: the Ryzen has 12 threads, the Snapdragon has 12 threads. Base clock: the Ryzen runs at 4.30 GHz, the Snapdragon at 3.40 GHz. Boost clock: the Ryzen runs at 5.00 GHz, the Snapdragon at 4.00 GHz. TDP: the Ryzen is rated at 45 watts, the Snapdragon at 35 watts.

Socket: the Ryzen uses AMD Socket FP7, the Snapdragon uses Qualcomm BGA 2073. Architecture: the Ryzen uses Zen 4, the Snapdragon has no recorded architecture field. Codename: the Ryzen uses Hawk Point, the Snapdragon uses Oryon. Generation: the Ryzen is listed as Ryzen 5 (Zen 4 (Hawk Point)), the Snapdragon as Snapdragon X (Elite). Process node: both use 4 nm. Foundry: both use TSMC. Transistor count: the Ryzen has 25,000 million transistors, the Snapdragon has no recorded transistor count. Die size: the Ryzen measures 178 mm², the Snapdragon has no recorded die size.

Cache: the Ryzen has 64 KB L1 per core, 1 MB L2 per core, and 16 MB shared L3. The Snapdragon has 288 KB L1 per core, 12 MB L2 per module, and 6 MB shared L3. Memory support: the Ryzen uses DDR5, the Snapdragon uses LPDDR5X. Memory bus: both are dual-channel. Memory bandwidth: the Ryzen has 89.6 GB/s, the Snapdragon has 135.2 GB/s. ECC memory: the Ryzen supports it, the Snapdragon does not. PCIe: the Ryzen uses Gen 4 with 20 lanes, the Snapdragon uses Gen 4 with 12 lanes.

Integrated graphics: the Ryzen uses Radeon 760M, the Snapdragon uses Adreno X1-85. Market segment: both are mobile. Production status: both are active. Release date: the Ryzen was released on 2024-04-15, the Snapdragon on 2024-04-23. Launch MSRP: neither processor has a recorded launch MSRP. Multiplier unlocked: neither processor supports an unlocked multiplier. Part numbers: the Ryzen has 100-000001315 (FP7r2) and 100-000001388 (FP7), the Snapdragon has X1E80100.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-80-100 has 12 cores, while the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8645HS has 6 cores. Both processors have 12 threads.

Q: What are the clock speed differences?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8645HS has a base clock of 4.30 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-80-100 has a base clock of 3.40 GHz and a boost clock of 4.00 GHz.

Q: Which processor has higher memory bandwidth?

A: The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-80-100 has a memory bandwidth of 135.2 GB/s, which is higher than the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8645HS’s 89.6 GB/s. The Snapdragon supports LPDDR5X memory, while the Ryzen supports DDR5.

Q: Does either processor support ECC memory?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8645HS supports ECC memory. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-80-100 does not support ECC memory.

Q: What are the benchmark scores for the Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-80-100?

A: The database contains no benchmark entries for the Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-80-100. Its average benchmark score is 0, and it has no nearest rivals recorded.

Q: How does the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8645HS compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8645HS has an average benchmark score of 30879. The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F scores 30746, which is 0.4% lower. The Intel Core i7-13700TE scores 31028, 0.5% higher. The AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS scores 31074, 0.6% higher, and the Intel Core i7-12700F scores 31081, 0.6% higher.

The Verdict

The data shows a clear split between the two processors. The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8645HS has extensive benchmark results, a high average score of 30879, and an 82nd percentile ranking among all CPUs. Its Cinebench R23 multicore score of 19742 and single-core score of 2787 indicate strong performance across both threaded and single-threaded workloads. Its higher clock speeds, ECC support, and larger L3 cache of 16 MB make it a suitable choice for users who need proven x86 performance and data integrity features.

The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-80-100 lacks any recorded benchmark data, so its actual performance cannot be verified from the database. It offers a higher core count of 12, higher memory bandwidth of 135.2 GB/s, and a lower TDP of 35 watts. Its larger per-core L1 cache of 288 KB and per-module L2 cache of 12 MB may benefit certain workloads, but without measurements, these are speculative advantages.

Users should select the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8645HS if they need a processor with documented benchmark performance, higher clock speeds, ECC memory support, and more PCIe lanes. Users should consider the Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-80-100 if they prioritize core count, memory bandwidth, or lower power consumption, but the lack of recorded benchmarks means its performance profile is unverified. The Ryzen 5 PRO 8645HS is the only processor in this comparison with measurable data supporting its capabilities.