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Rate My PC: AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Mobile

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Top 6% of systems. Capable of 4K Ultra gaming and advanced rendering.

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System Balance Analysis

CPU vs GPU performance ratio
Well Balanced
CPU
95%
VS
GPU
92%
PROCESSOR

AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX

60,104 Benchmark Score
Top 5% Market Ranking
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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Mobile

22,729 Benchmark Score
Top 8% Market Ranking
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Market Position

How your build compares to others
Budget
0-30
Mid-Range
30-60
High-End
60-85
Enthusiast
85-100
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Performance Tiers Explained

90-100

Ultimate

4K Ultra gaming, VR ready, ray tracing enabled, professional workloads

4K 60+ FPS VR Ready
70-89

High-End

1440p Ultra or 4K High settings, excellent for modern AAA titles

1440p Ultra 4K High
50-69

Mid-Range

1080p Ultra or 1440p Medium, great value for most gamers

1080p Ultra 1440p Med
30-49

Entry Level

1080p Medium settings, suitable for eSports and older titles

1080p Med eSports
0-29

Legacy

Basic gaming, older titles, consider upgrading for modern games

720p-1080p Low Older Games

Balance and Bottleneck

The AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Mobile pairing presents a notably balanced mobile platform, but the data reveals distinct workload-dependent bottlenecks. The CPU holds a 92nd percentile position across all processors, while the GPU sits at the 67th percentile across all GPUs — a 25-percentile gap that tilts the overall balance toward CPU-bound scenarios. In multithreaded productivity tasks, the Ryzen 7 8745HX posts a PassMark multithread score of 31,517, which places it within 0.8% of the AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX3D (avg score 59,641) and effectively tied with the Ryzen 9 7945HX (avg score 60,099, delta 0%). This means the CPU is rarely the limiting factor in heavily threaded workloads.

The RTX 4060 Mobile, by contrast, delivers a PassMark G3D score of 17,469, landing just 1.3% behind the RTX 5060 Mobile (avg score 22,435) and 0.7% ahead of the desktop RTX 2080 (avg score 22,895). The GPU's 67th percentile ranking suggests it will bottleneck the CPU in graphics-intensive scenarios, particularly at higher resolutions where rasterization load increases. The CPU's single-thread score of 3,879 indicates strong per-core performance, but the GPU's FP32 throughput of 11.61 TFLOPS and 8 GB GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus (256.0 GB/s bandwidth) will cap frame rates in GPU-bound titles long before the CPU's headroom is exhausted.

Bottleneck analysis from the benchmark deltas shows the CPU outperforms its closest rivals in mixed workloads — the 8745HX's average benchmark score of 60,104 is 0.2% above the Intel Core i9-14900F (avg 60,008) and 0.8% above the Ryzen 9 7945HX3D. The GPU, however, trades blows with mid-range desktop parts, indicating that in gaming the RTX 4060 Mobile is the constraining component. For CPU-heavy tasks like data compression (PassMark score 363,759) or encryption (21,840), the processor leads decisively; for gaming, the GPU's 67th percentile will dominate the experience. The combined percentile of 80 reflects this equilibrium — a system that leans CPU-capable but GPU-adequate for 1080p and 1440p gaming rather than 4K or extreme refresh rates.

Benchmark Performance

The Ryzen 7 8745HX achieves an average benchmark score of 60,104, placing it in the 92nd percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX, scores 60,099 — a delta of 0%, meaning the 8745HX is statistically identical in aggregate performance to a higher-tier HX part. Against the Intel Core i9-14900F, the 8745HX leads by 0.2% (60,104 vs 60,008), and against the Ryzen 9 7945HX3D, it leads by 0.8% (60,104 vs 59,641). The only rival ahead is the Intel Xeon Gold 6338T at 60,572, which beats the 8745HX by 0.8% — a margin within run-to-run variance. This places the CPU firmly in flagship-class territory for mobile, despite being an 8-core part.

The RTX 4060 Mobile posts an average benchmark score of 22,729, sitting in the 67th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 (desktop), scores 22,895 — the 4060 Mobile trails by 0.7%. Against the AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT (22,549), the 4060 Mobile leads by 0.8%, and against the Intel Arc B580 (23,021), it trails by 1.3%. The RTX 5060 Mobile scores 22,435, putting the 4060 Mobile 1.3% ahead. These deltas show the 4060 Mobile performing at the level of a mid-range desktop GPU from a previous generation, with negligible differences among its closest competitors.

The combined picture is a laptop that delivers top-tier CPU performance — comparable to desktop i9 and Ryzen 9 parts — paired with a GPU that matches desktop RTX 2080-class graphics. In GPU compute, the 4060 Mobile scores 6,816 on PassMark GPU compute, which is modest relative to its G3D score, indicating strong rasterization but less impressive compute throughput. The Geekbench OpenCL score of 89,420 and Vulkan score of 89,569 confirm consistent API-level performance. For a laptop, this pairing means productivity workloads will see desktop-class responsiveness, while gaming will be constrained to the GPU's 67th-percentile envelope. The system's combined percentile of 80 reflects this dual nature: an upper-midrange gaming laptop with an exceptional processor.

CPU Analysis

The AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX is an 8-core, 16-thread processor based on the Zen 4 architecture, codenamed Dragon Range, built on TSMC's 5 nm process node with 6,570 million transistors on a 71 mm² die. It operates at a base clock of 3.60 GHz with a boost clock of 5.10 GHz, and has a TDP of 55 W — a modest figure for a high-performance mobile part, given its performance class. The CPU supports dual-channel DDR5 memory with a bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s, and integrates a Radeon 610M GPU for basic display output. It uses AMD Socket FL1 and offers PCIe Gen 5 with 28 lanes from the CPU, making it future-proof for high-speed storage and external graphics.

The cache hierarchy includes 64 KB L1 per core, 1 MB L2 per core, and 32 MB of shared L3 cache. This configuration yields strong single-thread performance, evidenced by a PassMark single-thread score of 3,879 and a PassMark physics score of 1,681. The multithread score of 31,517 demonstrates robust scaling across all 16 threads, with integer math scoring 100,328 and floating-point math scoring 61,972. The extended instructions score of 27,638 indicates solid AVX-512-class performance for scientific and encryption workloads, while the data encryption score of 21,840 and data compression score of 363,759 highlight its prowess in data-intensive tasks.

The multiplier is unlocked, allowing overclocking on supported platforms, though this is a mobile part where thermal headroom is limited. The 92nd percentile ranking places the 8745HX among the top 8% of all CPUs ever benchmarked, with its average score of 60,104 nearly identical to the Ryzen 9 7945HX. For real workloads, this means the CPU can handle video encoding, 3D rendering, and software compilation with desktop-class speed. The boost clock of 5.10 GHz is particularly notable for a 55 W mobile part, giving it an edge in lightly threaded tasks like gaming physics and single-threaded applications. The L3 cache of 32 MB is sufficient for modern game engines, though not as large as some desktop parts.

Who Should Build It

This CPU+GPU pairing targets users who prioritize CPU horsepower in a laptop form factor. Gamers at 1080p and 1440p resolutions will find the RTX 4060 Mobile adequate for most titles, but the CPU's 92nd-percentile performance ensures that even at lower resolutions where the GPU is less stressed, frame rates remain high. Content creators working with video editing, 3D rendering, or large data sets will benefit most — the 8745HX's multithread score of 31,517 and floating-point math score of 61,972 are competitive with desktop i9-class processors, making this a viable mobile workstation.

Software developers compiling large codebases will appreciate the integer math score of 100,328 and the 16 threads, which accelerate build times significantly. Students in engineering or computer science fields can run simulations and virtual machines without hitting CPU limits, while the GPU handles CAD and light rendering tasks. Small business workstations that require data encryption (score 21,840) or compression (score 363,759) will see throughput that rivals desktop systems. The laptop class means portability, but the performance is firmly desktop-tier on the CPU side.

The GPU's 67th percentile suggests this is not a hardcore gaming laptop — esports titles at 1080p will run smoothly, but high-refresh 1440p or 4K gaming will require lower settings. Users who need GPU compute for machine learning or rendering may find the 4060 Mobile's compute score of 6,816 limiting, though the Geekbench OpenCL score of 89,420 shows acceptable performance for entry-level tasks. This build is ideal for professionals who need a fast CPU on the go and are willing to accept mid-range GPU performance as a trade-off.

Gaming Performance

No measured FPS data exists for this exact CPU+GPU combination — the FACT PACK contains no measured FPS rows for the Ryzen 7 8745HX with the RTX 4060 Mobile. As such, all FPS figures here are estimates derived from the benchmark scores and are not empirical measurements. The GPU's PassMark G3D score of 17,469, which is 0.7% below the desktop RTX 2080, suggests the 4060 Mobile will deliver roughly RTX 2080-class frame rates in most games. At 1080p ultra settings, this translates to playable 60+ FPS in most AAA titles, with esports games reaching higher frame rates given the CPU's single-thread score of 3,879.

The CPU's 92nd-percentile ranking ensures it will not bottleneck the GPU at 1080p, where the 4060 Mobile's 8 GB GDDR6 memory and 256.0 GB/s bandwidth will be the primary constraint. At 1440p, expect frame rates to drop by 20-30% relative to 1080p, with the GPU's FP32 throughput of 11.61 TFLOPS determining performance. The RTX 4060 Mobile's 24 RT cores and 96 tensor cores support ray tracing and DLSS, which can offset some performance losses, but the 128-bit memory bus limits high-resolution textures. For 4K gaming, this GPU is not suitable at ultra settings — the 67th percentile ranking puts it below the threshold for comfortable 4K play.

The nearest rival data shows the 4060 Mobile is 1.3% behind the Intel Arc B580 and 0.7% behind the desktop RTX 2080, so expectations should align with those parts. DirectX 12 scores (73 on PassMark) and DirectX 11 scores (157) suggest modern API performance is solid, while DirectX 9 (216) and DirectX 10 (107) indicate legacy titles will run well. Since no measured FPS exists, treat all figures as estimates: a reasonable expectation is 80-120 FPS in competitive shooters at 1080p, 60-80 FPS in AAA games at 1080p ultra, and 40-60 FPS at 1440p with settings adjustments.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The RTX 4060 Mobile's 67th percentile and G3D score of 17,469 support 144Hz gaming at 1080p in esports titles, but AAA games will hover around 60-80 FPS. The CPU's single-thread score of 3,879 ensures no frame drops from processor limitations.

Streaming: The CPU's 16 threads and multithread score of 31,517 handle encoding overhead without impacting game performance, though the GPU's 96 tensor cores can also accelerate NVENC-based streaming with minimal quality loss.

Video editing: The floating-point math score of 61,972 and integer math score of 100,328 make timeline scrubbing and export fast. The 8 GB GPU memory is adequate for 1080p and 1440p projects, but 4K editing will strain the 256.0 GB/s bandwidth.

3D rendering: CPU-based rendering benefits from the 92nd-percentile processor, but GPU rendering is limited by the 4060 Mobile's compute score of 6,816 — expect slower GPU renders than CPU renders for complex scenes.

Software development: The 8 cores and 16 threads accelerate compilation, while the data compression score of 363,759 speeds up build artifact packaging. The 5.10 GHz boost clock reduces single-threaded tool latency.

Student and office work: Productivity apps are trivially handled by the CPU's single-thread score of 3,879, and the integrated Radeon 610M provides a fallback for basic tasks when the discrete GPU is idle, extending battery life.

FAQ

Q: How does the Ryzen 7 8745HX compare to the Ryzen 9 7945HX in benchmarks?

A: The 8745HX scores 60,104 on average, while the Ryzen 9 7945HX scores 60,099 — a delta of 0%, meaning they perform identically in aggregate benchmarks.

Q: What is the RTX 4060 Mobile's performance relative to desktop GPUs?

A: Its average score of 22,729 places it 0.7% behind the desktop RTX 2080 (22,895) and 0.8% ahead of the RX 7700 XT (22,549), making it roughly RTX 2080-class.

Q: Is this CPU or GPU better relative to their respective markets?

A: The CPU is in the 92nd percentile of all CPUs, while the GPU is in the 67th percentile of all GPUs — the CPU is significantly stronger relative to its market.

Q: What memory type does the CPU support?

A: It supports dual-channel DDR5 with a memory bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s, and does not support ECC memory.

Q: Does the RTX 4060 Mobile support ray tracing?

A: Yes, it has 24 RT cores and is based on Ada Lovelace architecture, supporting DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2) and Vulkan 1.4.

Q: What is the CPU's process node and transistor count?

A: It is built on TSMC's 5 nm process with 6,570 million transistors on a 71 mm² die, using Zen 4 (Dragon Range) architecture.

Q: Are there measured FPS figures for this specific CPU+GPU combo?

A: No, the FACT PACK contains no measured FPS data for this combination — all FPS discussion is estimated from benchmark scores.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The Ryzen 7 8745HX uses AMD Socket FL1, which is specific to the Dragon Range mobile platform. This socket supports the 8000 series processors, meaning a future upgrade would likely involve a newer HX-class part within the same generation, though no specific successors are listed in the data. The CPU supports PCIe Gen 5 with 28 lanes from the CPU, providing ample bandwidth for next-generation NVMe SSDs and external GPU enclosures. Memory is limited to dual-channel DDR5 with 83.2 GB/s bandwidth — upgrading from slower DDR5 modules could improve memory-bound workloads, but the controller is fixed at dual-channel.

The RTX 4060 Mobile has a TDP of 115 W and uses a PCIe 4.0 x8 interface, with no separate power connectors since it is an integrated mobile part (IGP slot width). The suggested PSU is not listed, and since this is a laptop, PSU headroom is not applicable — power delivery is managed by the laptop's adapter. The GPU's 8 GB GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus is a potential bottleneck for future games, but the 256.0 GB/s bandwidth is adequate for 1080p. A sensible next upgrade would be a GPU with more memory and bandwidth, though this requires a new laptop or an external GPU solution via the CPU's PCIe Gen 5 lanes.

The platform's 55 W CPU TDP leaves thermal headroom for sustained boosts, and the unlocked multiplier allows overclocking on supported laptops. The CPU's production status is active, and its release date of April 22, 2025, suggests it is a current-generation part. The GPU's release date of January 2, 2023, and its successor (GeForce 50 Mobile) indicate the 4060 Mobile is one generation old, so an upgrade to a 50-series mobile GPU would be the natural path, though that requires a new laptop. For the CPU, the nearest rival Ryzen 9 7945HX offers identical performance, so upgrading within the same platform provides no benefit.

Build Overview

This build pairs the AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX — an 8-core, 16-thread Zen 4 processor in the 8000 series — with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Mobile, an Ada Lovelace GPU with 3,072 shading units and 8 GB GDDR6 memory. It is a laptop-class system, as indicated by the build class, with the CPU in the 92nd percentile of all CPUs and the GPU in the 67th percentile of all GPUs, giving a combined percentile of 80. This places the system in the upper-midrange tier of laptops: exceptional processor performance that rivals desktop i9 and Ryzen 9 parts, paired with GPU performance that matches a desktop RTX 2080.

The CPU's average benchmark score of 60,104 is within 0.8% of the Ryzen 9 7945HX3D and 0.2% above the Intel Core i9-14900F, making it a flagship-class mobile processor. The GPU's average score of 22,729 is within 1.3% of the RTX 5060 Mobile and 0.7% of the RTX 2080, confirming mid-range graphics capability. The system's overall tier is that of a productivity-first laptop that can handle gaming at 1080p and 1440p with adjusted settings, but its true strength lies in CPU-bound workloads like rendering, compilation, and data processing. The 55 W CPU TDP and 115 W GPU TDP indicate a balanced thermal design, though the GPU is the clear bottleneck in graphics-intensive scenarios. This is a laptop for users who need desktop-class compute power on the move, with gaming as a secondary consideration.