SYSTEM ANALYZER

Rate My PC: AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 Mobile

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89 / 100
HIGH-END

Power Build

Top 11% of systems. Excellent for 1440p Ultra or 4K High gaming.

1440p Ultra4K High

System Balance Analysis

CPU vs GPU performance ratio
Well Balanced
CPU
87%
VS
GPU
91%
PROCESSOR

AMD Ryzen AI 7 445

26,936 Benchmark Score
Top 13% Market Ranking
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GRAPHICS CARD

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 Mobile

19,049 Benchmark Score
Top 9% 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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Strong Performance

Excellent for 1440p gaming. Most games will run at high/ultra settings smoothly.

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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

CPU Analysis

The AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 is a 6-core, 12-thread mobile processor built on the Zen 5 architecture (Gorgon Point codename) using TSMC's 4 nm process node. It operates with a base clock of 2.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz, within a 28 W TDP envelope. The cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and a modest 4 MB of L3 cache — a relatively small shared pool that suggests the design prioritizes power efficiency over sustained multi-threaded throughput.

In Cinebench R23, the chip scores 10,590 points in multi-core and 1,806 points in single-core. The single-core result is particularly strong, placing the CPU in the 79th percentile of all processors. This indicates excellent responsiveness for lightly-threaded workloads. The multi-core score of 10,590, while respectable for a 28 W part, reflects the physical constraints of 6 cores and the limited L3 capacity. The average benchmark score of 26,936 places it essentially at parity with the Intel Core i7-1370P (26,900, +0.1% delta) and the AMD Ryzen 5 7545U (26,849, +0.3% delta). It trails the AMD Ryzen 7 5700G (27,051, -0.4% delta) and Intel Core i9-9900K (27,097, -0.6% delta) by negligible margins — all four rivals are within a single percentage point, indicating this CPU sits in a tightly contested performance tier.

Passmark integer math (58,332) and floating-point math (39,362) scores show balanced ALU and FPU capabilities. The data compression score of 215,812 is a standout, suggesting strong memory-side performance for this class. Data encryption at 10,519 and extended instructions at 15,826 indicate capable cryptographic and SIMD throughput. The single-thread Passmark score of 3,591 confirms the strong single-core story. The multi-thread score of 18,115 underscores that while the CPU is not a multi-core monster, it punches above its 28 W envelope. The physics score of 976 and prime number finding at 56 are lower, typical for a mobile part with limited sustained power headroom.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The combination of a strong single-core CPU (1,806 in Cinebench R23 single-core, 79th percentile) and the RTX 4050 Mobile GPU can drive high frame rates in esports and older titles. However, with no measured FPS data, expectations must be formed from benchmark scores. The CPU's single-thread advantage ensures frame pacing is not CPU-limited in most scenarios, though the GPU's 63rd percentile position will cap maximum FPS in demanding titles.

Streaming: The CPU's data encryption (10,519) and extended instruction scores (15,826) support software encoding overhead. However, the RTX 4050 Mobile includes 80 tensor cores and 20 RT cores, enabling NVENC-based hardware encoding that offloads the CPU. The 6-core/12-thread layout provides enough headroom for simultaneous game and encode workloads, though the 28 W TDP means sustained multi-threaded loads will throttle.

Video editing: The Passmark multi-thread score of 18,115 and integer math of 58,332 indicate competent timeline scrubbing and export performance for 1080p and light 4K edits. The 4 MB L3 cache is small, but the dual-channel DDR5/LPDDR5X memory at 89.6 GB/s bandwidth provides sufficient data flow. The GPU's 8.986 TFLOPS FP32 and 6 GB VRAM can accelerate effects and color grading, though complex composites may exceed VRAM capacity.

3D rendering: Cinebench R23 multi-core of 10,590 is adequate for occasional rendering, but the 6-core/12-thread layout and 28 W power envelope limit sustained render throughput. The RTX 4050's 8.986 TFLOPS FP32 and 20 RT cores enable hardware-accelerated ray tracing in DXR and Vulkan workloads, but the 6 GB VRAM (96-bit bus, 192.0 GB/s bandwidth) will be a bottleneck for large scenes. Expect moderate render times for small-to-medium projects.

Software development: The single-core strength (1,806 Cinebench R23 single-core, 3,591 Passmark single-thread) accelerates compilation of small-to-medium codebases, while 12 threads handle parallel builds. Data compression at 215,812 aids large repository operations. The CPU's 79th percentile overall placement indicates responsive IDE performance and fast test execution. Multi-threaded builds will be slower than higher-core-count desktop parts.

Student and office work: The 28 W TDP and integrated Radeon 840M graphics provide efficient daily computing. The strong single-core score ensures snappy application launches and spreadsheet calculations. Passmark data encryption (10,519) supports secure browsing and VPN workloads. This is a capable all-day productivity machine with excellent responsiveness per watt.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU's average benchmark score of 26,936 places it at the 79th percentile of all CPUs, with nearest rivals within a 1% band: the Intel Core i7-1370P (26,900, +0.1% delta), AMD Ryzen 5 7545U (26,849, +0.3% delta), AMD Ryzen 7 5700G (27,051, -0.4% delta), and Intel Core i9-9900K (27,097, -0.6% delta). This clustering shows exceptional parity — the Ryzen AI 7 445 trades blows with desktop processors from previous generations.

The GPU's average benchmark score of 19,049 places it at the 63rd percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon RX 6600 (19,036, +0.1% delta), NVIDIA Quadro K6000 (19,030, +0.1% delta), NVIDIA Tesla K20m (19,089, -0.2% delta), and NVIDIA RTX 2000 Ada Generation (18,954, +0.5% delta). Again, the delta band is tight, showing the RTX 4050 Mobile performs on par with desktop-class GPUs from earlier architectures.

The combined percentile for this CPU+GPU pairing is 71st. The Passmark G3D score of 14,423 and GPU compute score of 5,947 indicate solid rasterization and compute capability. Geekbench OpenCL (74,748) and Vulkan (75,235) scores are nearly identical, suggesting balanced compute performance across APIs. The DirectX 12 score of 61 and DirectX 11 score of 130 (Passmark) show modern API efficiency, while DirectX 10 (79) and DirectX 9 (184) demonstrate backward compatibility.

The data shows a CPU that outperforms its GPU in relative percentile terms (79 vs. 63). This creates an interesting dynamic: the processor has more headroom than the graphics solution, meaning CPU-bound tasks will complete faster than GPU-bound tasks. The combined 71st percentile indicates a system that sits comfortably above median performance but below high-end enthusiast territory.

Balance and Bottleneck

The 16-percentage-point gap between CPU (79th percentile) and GPU (63rd percentile) is significant. In gaming, this means the RTX 4050 Mobile will be the limiting factor in most scenarios. The CPU's 1,806 single-core Cinebench R23 score ensures it can feed frames to the GPU faster than the GPU can render them in most titles. However, in CPU-intensive simulations or strategy games, the 6-core/12-thread layout with 4 MB L3 could become the constraint.

The GPU's 6 GB VRAM on a 96-bit bus with 192.0 GB/s bandwidth is the most restrictive element. At 1080p ultra settings, modern games can exceed 6 GB VRAM, forcing texture quality reductions. The 8.986 TFLOPS FP32 throughput is moderate — adequate for 1080p high-refresh gaming but insufficient for 4K. The 50 W TDP (GPU) versus 28 W TDP (CPU) means the GPU draws nearly twice the power of the CPU, yet still sits at only the 63rd percentile.

FPS scaling in this pairing would show GPU limitation at high resolutions and CPU limitation at very low resolutions or high frame rates above 144 FPS in esports titles. The CPU's Passmark multi-thread score of 18,115 suggests it can sustain high FPS in competitive games, but the GPU's Passmark G3D of 14,423 will cap maximum frame rates in visually demanding titles. The balanced 71st combined percentile indicates neither component is egregiously mismatched, but the GPU is clearly the bottleneck for graphics-intensive workloads.

Gaming Performance

No measured FPS rows exist for this exact CPU+GPU combination. All frame rate figures below are estimates derived from the benchmark scores and should be treated as approximations rather than verified results. The CPU's 79th percentile and GPU's 63rd percentile provide the basis for these projections.

At 1080p ultra settings, the RTX 4050 Mobile's 8.986 TFLOPS FP32 and 6 GB VRAM suggest playable frame rates in most titles. Esports games like Counter-Strike 2 and Valorant should exceed 144 FPS given the CPU's single-core strength. AAA titles such as Cyberpunk 2077 or Alan Wake 2 would likely run between 40-60 FPS at ultra settings, with DLSS (enabled by the tensor cores) potentially boosting to 60-80 FPS. The 20 RT cores enable ray tracing, but at significant performance cost — expect 30-45 FPS with RT enabled at 1080p.

At 1440p, the 192.0 GB/s memory bandwidth and 6 GB VRAM become limiting. Frame rates would drop 25-35% from 1080p figures. The 96-bit memory bus is a structural weakness for higher resolutions. At 4K, the GPU is not viable for modern AAA titles at ultra settings; frame rates would likely fall below 30 FPS. The Passmark DirectX 12 score of 61 indicates modern API efficiency, but the hardware lacks the fill rate (84.24 GPixel/s) and texture rate (140.4 GTexel/s) for high-resolution gaming.

Who Should Build It

This pairing targets gamers who prioritize 1080p high-refresh gaming over higher resolutions. The CPU's 79th percentile ensures no CPU bottleneck in esports, while the GPU's 63rd percentile handles mainstream AAA titles at medium-to-high settings. Content creators working with 1080p video or small 3D scenes will find the combination workable, with the CPU's data compression (215,812) and encryption (10,519) scores supporting asset-heavy workflows.

Developers will appreciate the strong single-core performance (1,806 Cinebench R23 single-core) for rapid compilation of small-to-medium projects, and the 12 threads for parallel builds. Students and office workers benefit from the 28 W TDP — long battery life and quiet operation — combined with responsive single-threaded performance for daily tasks. Small business workstations requiring ECC memory support (a feature of this CPU) will find the platform suitable for data integrity-sensitive workloads. This is not a build for 4K gaming, heavy 3D rendering, or AI model training — those workloads require higher GPU percentiles and more VRAM.

FAQ

Q: What is the CPU's single-core performance tier?

A: The Ryzen AI 7 445 scores 1,806 in Cinebench R23 single-core and 3,591 in Passmark single-thread, placing the CPU at the 79th percentile of all processors.

Q: How does the CPU compare to the Intel Core i7-1370P?

A: The average benchmark score of 26,936 is 0.1% higher than the Core i7-1370P's 26,900, indicating statistical parity.

Q: What is the GPU's memory configuration?

A: The RTX 4050 Mobile has 6 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 96-bit bus with 192.0 GB/s bandwidth and 16 Gbps effective memory clock.

Q: Does the CPU support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the Ryzen AI 7 445 supports ECC memory, which is uncommon for mobile processors.

Q: What is the combined performance percentile of this CPU+GPU pairing?

A: The combined percentile is 71st, with the CPU at 79th and GPU at 63rd percentile individually.

Q: What is the GPU's architecture and process node?

A: The RTX 4050 Mobile uses the Ada Lovelace architecture (AD107 chip) on TSMC's 5 nm process with 18,900 million transistors on a 159 mm² die.

Q: How does the GPU compare to the AMD Radeon RX 6600?

A: The RTX 4050 Mobile's average score of 19,049 is 0.1% higher than the RX 6600's 19,036, showing near-identical performance.

Build Overview

This is a laptop-class build (buildClass: laptop) pairing the AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 (6-core/12-thread Zen 5 mobile CPU) with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 Mobile (Ada Lovelace, 6 GB GDDR6). The CPU sits at the 79th percentile of all CPUs, while the GPU occupies the 63rd percentile of all GPUs, yielding a combined percentile of 71st. This places the system comfortably in the upper-midrange tier — above median performance, below enthusiast-class hardware.

The CPU's 28 W TDP and the GPU's 50 W TDP (combined ~78 W) make this a power-efficient pairing suitable for thin-and-light gaming laptops. The CPU's average benchmark score of 26,936 rivals desktop processors like the Intel Core i9-9900K (26,936 vs. 27,097, -0.6% delta), while the GPU's average score of 19,049 matches desktop GPUs like the Radeon RX 6600. The system offers desktop-class performance from previous generations in a mobile thermal envelope.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The CPU uses AMD Socket FP8 with a 28 W TDP, supporting DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory in dual-channel configuration with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth. ECC memory is supported, which is rare for mobile platforms. The CPU provides PCIe Gen 4 with 14 lanes (CPU only), while the GPU uses a PCIe 4.0 x8 interface. The integrated Radeon 840M GPU provides a fallback display output when the discrete GPU is idle.

The CPU is not multiplier-unlocked (multiplierUnlocked: false), limiting overclocking potential. The socket is FP8, which is the same platform family as other Ryzen AI 400-series (Zen 5 / Zen 5c) processors. A sensible next upgrade would be a higher-core-count Ryzen AI 400-series CPU on the same socket, assuming BIOS support. However, the 28 W TDP envelope constrains how much performance headroom a drop-in upgrade can offer — power delivery and cooling are designed around this TDP.

The GPU has no power connectors (powerConnectors: None) and a 50 W TDP, with no suggested PSU listed. This is an IGP (integrated GPU) form factor, meaning it is soldered and not upgradeable in most laptop implementations. The platform's PCIe Gen 4 x8 interface for the GPU is sufficient for the RTX 4050's bandwidth needs (192.0 GB/s memory bandwidth). Memory upgrades are the most practical path — moving from 16 GB to 32 GB of DDR5/LPDDR5X would benefit multitasking, given the CPU's 79th percentile multi-threaded capabilities.

GPU Analysis

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 Mobile is built on the Ada Lovelace architecture (AD107 chip) using TSMC's 5 nm process with 18,900 million transistors on a 159 mm² die — a transistor density of 118.9M per mm². It features 2,560 shading units, 80 TMUs, and 48 ROPs, with 20 RT cores and 80 tensor cores. The base clock is 1,455 MHz with a boost of 1,755 MHz. The 6 GB GDDR6 memory runs at 2,000 MHz (16 Gbps effective) on a 96-bit bus, yielding 192.0 GB/s bandwidth.

Compute throughput is 8.986 TFLOPS FP32 and 8.986 TFLOPS FP16 (1:1 ratio), placing it in the mainstream mobile GPU tier. The pixel rate is 84.24 GPixel/s and texture rate is 140.4 GTexel/s. The average benchmark score of 19,049 places it at the 63rd percentile of all GPUs, matching the desktop Radeon RX 6600 (19,036, +0.1% delta) and NVIDIA RTX 2000 Ada Generation (18,954, +0.5% delta).

The Passmark G3D score of 14,423 and GPU compute of 5,947 show balanced rasterization and compute performance. DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2) support and Vulkan 1.4 ensure modern API compatibility. The 6 GB VRAM is the primary limitation for rendering — large textures and complex scenes will exceed capacity. The 80 tensor cores enable DLSS, which can effectively boost frame rates in supported titles by rendering at lower resolutions and upscaling. The 20 RT cores provide hardware ray tracing, though the 8.986 TFLOPS FP32 throughput limits RT performance in demanding scenes. For 1080p gaming and light-to-moderate creative workloads, this GPU is well-suited; for 1440p+ or heavy 3D rendering, it will struggle.