Ryzen 9 8945HX vs Xeon w5-2565X

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Passmark Score

53211

Passmark Score

52378

Performance Difference

Ryzen 9 8945HX is 1.6% faster than Xeon w5-2565X

Benchmarks & Performance Comparison

In this CPU comparison, Ryzen 9 8945HX performs 1.6% better in benchmarks. Below you'll find detailed performance analysis, gaming benchmarks, power consumption data, and specifications to help you decide between Ryzen 9 8945HX and Xeon w5-2565X.

Both processors are popular choices for gaming PCs. Consider factors like core count, boost clock speeds, power consumption (TDP), and gaming vs productivity performance when choosing between these CPUs.

Technical Specifications

Detailed hardware specifications for Ryzen 9 8945HX and Xeon w5-2565X

AMD

Ryzen 9 8945HX

The Ryzen 9 8945HX is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 23 April 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Dragon Range (2025) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 5.4 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm process technology. Socket: FL1. Thermal design power (TDP): 55 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 53,211 points.

General Information

Type:Para notebooks
Designer:AMD
Manufacturer:TSMC
Release Date:23 April 2025 (less than a year ago)
Architecture Codename:Dragon Range (2025)
Performance Ranking Position:176

Technical Specifications

Cores:16
Threads:32
Die Size:2x 71 mm2
L1 Cache:64 kB (per core)
L2 Cache:1 MB (per core)
L3 Cache:64 MB (total)
Max Frequency:5.4 GHz
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:2.5 GHz
Transistor Count:13,140 million
Process Technology:5 nm
Unlocked Multiplier:+

Compatibility

Socket:FL1
Power Consumption (TDP):55 Watt
Max Processors In Config:1

Memory

RAM Types:DDR5
Intel

Xeon w5-2565X

The Xeon w5-2565X is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 24 August 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) architecture. It features 18 cores and 36 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 GHz. L3 cache: 37.5 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 240 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 52,378 points. Launch price was $1,339.

General Information

Type:server
Designer:Intel
Launch Price:$1,339
Manufacturer:Intel
Release Date:24 August 2024 (1 year ago)
Architecture Codename:Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024)
Performance Ranking Position:182

Technical Specifications

Cores:18
Threads:36
L1 Cache:80 kB (per core)
L2 Cache:2 MB (per core)
L3 Cache:37.5 MB
Max Frequency:4.8 GHz
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:3.2 GHz
Process Technology:Intel 7 nm
Cores De Desempenho:18
Unlocked Multiplier:+
Max Case Temperature (TCase):79 °C

Compatibility

Socket:LGA4677
Power Consumption (TDP):240 Watt
Max Processors In Config:1

Memory

RAM Types:DDR5-4800
Memory Channels:4
ECC Memory Support:+
Max Memory Capacity:2 TB

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