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Rate My PC: AMD Ryzen 9 8945HX + AMD Radeon 890M

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Top 9% 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
97%
VS
GPU
86%
PROCESSOR

AMD Ryzen 9 8945HX

76,212 Benchmark Score
Top 3% Market Ranking
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AMD Radeon 890M

9,210 Benchmark Score
Top 14% Market Ranking
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Market Position

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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

The AMD Ryzen 9 8945HX and AMD Radeon 890M pairing represents a high-end mobile processor combined with an integrated graphics solution, targeting a specific niche in the laptop market. The CPU is a 16-core, 32-thread powerhouse based on the Zen 4 architecture, while the GPU is an RDNA 3.5 integrated part. This combination places the system at the 70th percentile overall, with the processor clearly carrying the performance load.

CPU Analysis

The AMD Ryzen 9 8945HX is a flagship mobile processor built on the Zen 4 architecture, codenamed Dragon Range. It belongs to the 8000 series and is manufactured on a 5 nm process at TSMC, featuring a transistor count of 13,140 million across a dual-die design of 2x 71 mm². The chip offers 16 cores and 32 threads, with a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 5.40 GHz. This high boost clock is critical for single-threaded workloads, while the core count provides substantial multi-threaded throughput.

The cache hierarchy is designed for performance: each core has 64 KB of L1 and 1 MB of L2, with a shared 64 MB L3 pool. This large L3 cache is beneficial for workloads that exhibit data locality, reducing latency and improving overall efficiency. The processor supports dual-channel DDR5 memory with a maximum bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s, and it connects to the rest of the system via PCIe Gen 5 with 28 lanes from the CPU. The TDP is rated at 55 W, which is modest for a chip with this core count, indicating a focus on power efficiency within a mobile form factor.

Benchmark results demonstrate the processor's capability. In Cinebench R23, the 8945HX scores 42,713 points in multi-core and 6,030 in single-core. The multi-core score is exceptionally high, placing it in the 95th percentile against all CPUs. The single-core score is equally strong, showing that the 5.40 GHz boost clock provides excellent responsiveness for lightly-threaded tasks. In Cinebench R20, the scores are 17,939 multi-core and 2,532 single-core, while in Cinebench R15, it achieves 4,305 multi-core and 607 single-core. These results show consistent scaling across different Cinebench versions.

PassMark results reinforce this picture. The multi-thread score is 51,405, with a single-thread score of 3,907. Data compression scores 677,755, and encryption scores 40,836. Extended instructions score 49,823, while floating-point math scores 117,453 and integer math scores 195,180. These numbers indicate a processor that excels in both integer and floating-point operations, making it suitable for a wide variety of compute-intensive tasks, from scientific calculations to financial modeling. The average benchmark score of 76,212 places it near the top of the charts, with the nearest rival being the AMD EPYC Embedded 8224P at 76,492, a difference of only -0.4%. The Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX is essentially tied at 76,155, a delta of 0.1% in favor of the 8945HX.

Benchmark Performance

The overall system performance is defined by the stark contrast between the CPU's high percentile and the GPU's more modest standing. The CPU's average benchmark score of 76,212 places it in the 95th percentile of all CPUs, a top-tier result. In comparison, the GPU's average benchmark score is 9,210, which places it in the 45th percentile of all GPUs. This disparity creates a combined percentile of 70 for the entire build, highlighting that the CPU is the dominant component in this pairing.

Analyzing the CPU benchmarks in detail, the Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 42,713 is a strong indicator of heavy multi-threaded workload performance, such as video rendering or 3D modeling. The single-core score of 6,030 ensures snappy performance in everyday tasks and games that rely on single-thread performance. The PassMark data compression score of 677,755 is notable, suggesting excellent performance in file archiving and compression tasks. The encryption score of 40,836 shows it can handle cryptographic workloads effectively.

The GPU benchmarks show a different story. In 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, the Radeon 890M scores 590 points. Geekbench scores are 37,254 for OpenCL and 40,808 for Vulkan. PassMark G3D score is 8,076, while G2D is 979. The PassMark GPU compute score is 4,157. These scores place the GPU near the AMD Radeon Vega 8, which has an average score of 9,221, a delta of -0.1%. It is also close to the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960 at 9,273, a delta of -0.7%. The combined picture is a system that offers exceptional CPU performance but is limited by its integrated GPU for graphics-intensive tasks.

GPU Analysis

The AMD Radeon 890M is an integrated graphics processor based on the RDNA 3.5 architecture, built on a 4 nm process at TSMC. The chip is part of the Strix Point generation and is designated as a Navi III IGP. It contains 34,000 million transistors on a 233 mm² die. The GPU operates with a base clock of 400 MHz and a boost clock of 2900 MHz. Memory is system-shared, meaning it uses the same DDR5 memory as the CPU, with bandwidth that is system-dependent. This is a critical limitation, as shared memory bandwidth can become a bottleneck for graphics performance.

The GPU has 1,024 shading units, 64 texture mapping units (TMUs), and 32 render output units (ROPs). It features 16 dedicated ray tracing (RT) cores. The pixel rate is 92.80 GPixel/s, and the texture rate is 185.6 GTexel/s. Floating-point performance is 5.939 TFLOPS for both FP32 and FP16 (1:1). The TDP is rated at 15 W, which is low, reflecting its integrated nature. It uses a PCIe 4.0 x8 bus interface and supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4. The RT cores provide hardware acceleration for ray-traced effects, but the overall GPU performance is constrained by the shared memory architecture and the relatively low TDP.

Benchmark results show that the 890M is a competent integrated GPU but not a high-performance one. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 590 is indicative of entry-level discrete GPU performance. The PassMark G3D score of 8,076 is comparable to older discrete graphics cards. The GPU's performance in rendering tasks is limited; for example, the pixel rate of 92.80 GPixel/s is sufficient for basic 2D and light 3D workloads. The 16 RT cores allow for ray tracing to be enabled in supported games, but the low overall compute performance means that ray tracing will likely require significant compromises in resolution or frame rate. The 5.939 TFLOPS of FP32 performance is respectable for an iGPU but pales in comparison to dedicated mid-range or high-end discrete GPUs.

FAQ

Q: What is the CPU's performance percentile compared to all other CPUs?

A: The AMD Ryzen 9 8945HX is in the 95th percentile of all CPUs, according to the data. This places it in the top 5% of processors globally.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rival, the Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX?

A: The average benchmark scores are nearly identical. The Ryzen 9 8945HX has an average score of 76,212, while the Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX scores 76,155. The delta is 0.1%, meaning the AMD chip is marginally ahead.

Q: What is the GPU's performance percentile and its closest rival?

A: The AMD Radeon 890M is in the 45th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rival is the AMD Radeon Vega 8, which has an average score of 9,221 compared to the 890M's 9,210, a delta of -0.1%.

Q: Does the GPU have dedicated memory?

A: No, the GPU uses system-shared memory. The memory size, type, bus width, and bandwidth are all listed as "System Shared" or "System Dependent," meaning it relies on the CPU's DDR5 memory.

Q: What is the memory bandwidth of the CPU?

A: The CPU supports dual-channel DDR5 memory with a maximum bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s.

Q: What is the TDP of the CPU and GPU?

A: The CPU has a TDP of 55 W, while the GPU has a TDP of 15 W.

Q: What is the combined percentile of the entire build?

A: The build has a combined percentile of 70, which reflects the strong CPU performance tempered by the moderate GPU performance.

Balance and Bottleneck

The data clearly indicates a CPU-bound system. The Ryzen 9 8945HX is in the 95th percentile for CPUs, while the Radeon 890M is in the 45th percentile for GPUs. This massive gap means that in most workloads, the GPU will be the limiting factor. For gaming, the CPU has ample headroom to calculate game logic and physics, but the GPU will struggle to render frames at high resolutions or with demanding graphical settings.

Evidence from measured FPS data supports this conclusion. In a demanding title like Cyberpunk 2077 at 1920x1080, the system achieves 23 FPS, which is below playable levels. In contrast, in a less demanding title like Counter-Strike: Global Offensive, it achieves 169 FPS at the same resolution. This scaling shows that the GPU is the primary constraint in graphically intensive scenarios. The CPU’s high single-thread score of 6,030 in Cinebench R23 ensures that it is not holding back the GPU in less demanding scenarios.

For non-gaming workloads, the balance shifts. In tasks like data compression, the CPU scores 677,755 in PassMark, indicating it can handle these tasks very quickly. The GPU is not heavily involved in such workloads. However, for 3D rendering, the GPU's 5.939 TFLOPS of FP32 performance will be a bottleneck. The system will rely heavily on the CPU for tasks that can be parallelized across its 16 cores. The GPU will be the limiting factor in any workload that requires rasterization or ray tracing. The FPS data shows an average of 51.2 FPS across all tested games, which is a modest figure reflecting the GPU's mid-tier standing.

Who Should Build It

This platform is suited for users who need maximum CPU performance in a laptop and are willing to accept integrated graphics. The primary audience is content creators and professionals who work with CPU-intensive applications. For video editors, the Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 42,713 indicates the CPU can handle 4K video encoding and effects processing with ease. Software developers will benefit from the 16 cores and 32 threads, which allow for fast compilation times. Data scientists and researchers can leverage the high integer and floating-point math scores of 195,180 and 117,453, respectively, for complex simulations and analysis.

Students and small business workstations would find this CPU useful for multitasking and running demanding productivity applications, though the integrated GPU means they should not expect to play modern games at high settings. For gamers, this build is only suitable for esports titles and older games at 1080p. The measured FPS shows that games like Valorant achieve 175 FPS at 1080p, and Counter-Strike: Global Offensive achieves 169 FPS. However, more demanding titles like Red Dead Redemption 2 only reach 21 FPS at 1080p. Therefore, it is not intended for high-refresh gaming of AAA titles.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The CPU is built for the AMD Socket FL1 platform. The system supports dual-channel DDR5 memory, which is the current standard. The CPU provides PCIe Gen 5 with 28 lanes, which allows for high-speed NVMe SSDs and potentially discrete GPUs if the laptop chassis supports it. The integrated GPU has a TDP of 15 W, and the CPU has a TDP of 55 W, meaning the total power draw of the platform is manageable within a laptop design.

A sensible next upgrade for this platform, assuming the laptop allows it, would be to add a discrete GPU. The CPU's PCIe Gen 5 lanes and high core count would not be a bottleneck for a mid-range or even high-end discrete graphics card. This would transform the system from a CPU-focused workstation into a capable gaming and rendering machine. However, this is contingent on the laptop's design and available expansion slots. The CPU's multiplier is unlocked, which may allow for overclocking in a suitable chassis with adequate cooling, though the 55 W TDP suggests limited thermal headroom.

Build Overview

This build combines the AMD Ryzen 9 8945HX processor with the AMD Radeon 890M integrated GPU in a laptop form factor. The CPU is a top-tier mobile processor, ranking in the 95th percentile, and is designed for high-end mobile workstations. The GPU is a mid-tier integrated solution, ranking in the 45th percentile, which provides adequate performance for basic tasks and light gaming. The overall system is in the 70th percentile, reflecting a performance profile that is heavily skewed toward CPU-bound workloads. This is a high-end CPU with an entry-level GPU, making it a workstation-class processor paired with an iGPU for basic display output.

Usage Scenarios

High-Refresh Gaming: For esports and older titles, this system is capable. It achieves 175 FPS in Valorant, 169 FPS in Counter-Strike: Global Offensive, and 152 FPS in Call of Duty: Warzone at 1920x1080. This allows for a smooth competitive experience at high refresh rates.

Streaming: The CPU's 16 cores and 32 threads are more than sufficient to handle game encoding and streaming simultaneously. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 42,713 ensures that the CPU can manage the extra load of encoding software without significant frame drops in CPU-bound scenarios.

Video Editing: The high multi-core performance is ideal for video editing. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 42,713 and the PassMark data compression score of 677,755 indicate fast rendering and export times. The GPU will be the limiting factor for effects and color grading, but the CPU will handle the heavy lifting of codecs and timelines.

3D Rendering: For CPU-based rendering, this system excels. The PassMark integer math score of 195,180 and floating-point math score of 117,453 show strong performance in ray tracing calculations that rely on the CPU. GPU-based rendering will be slow due to the 5.939 TFLOPS FP32 performance and 45th percentile standing.

Software Development: Compilation tasks will benefit from the 16 cores and 32 threads. The high single-thread score of 6,030 in Cinebench R23 ensures that build processes that are single-threaded will also run quickly. The large 64 MB L3 cache helps with code and data locality.

Student and Office Work: For general productivity, this system is overkill. The CPU's performance is far beyond what is needed for word processing or web browsing. The GPU is sufficient for 2D applications and multiple monitors. The system will be exceptionally responsive and handle any office workload with ease.

Gaming Performance

The data for gaming performance is measured and applies to ultra settings. The system shows a wide range of performance depending on the game. At 1920x1080, it achieves 152 FPS in Call of Duty: Warzone, 77 FPS in Counter-Strike 2, and 99 FPS in Roblox. It achieves 175 FPS in Valorant and 169 FPS in Counter-Strike: Global Offensive. In contrast, it only reaches 23 FPS in Cyberpunk 2077, 21 FPS in Red Dead Redemption 2, and 11 FPS in Ark: Survival Ascended. At 2560x1440, performance drops significantly, with Call of Duty: Warzone at 135 FPS, Valorant at 150 FPS, and Cyberpunk 2077 at 17 FPS. At 3840x2160, most games are unplayable, with Call of Duty: Warzone at 114 FPS being an exception, while Cyberpunk 2077 drops to 11 FPS. The system is best suited for playing competitive and older titles at 1080p, where it can deliver high frame rates. For AAA titles, it is only suitable at lower resolutions and settings.