Ryzen 9 9850HX
12C/24T · 5.2 GHz · 55 W TDP · FL1 · PassMark #242
Ryzen 9 8945HX
16C/32T · 5.4 GHz · 55 W TDP · FL1 · PassMark #245
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Ryzen 9 9850HX lands at 29 and Ryzen 9 8945HX at 29. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Ryzen 9 9850HX if…
- ✓PassMark CPU Mark of 51,722 — solid multi-thread numbers
- ✓Mainstream desktop flagship core count
Pick Ryzen 9 8945HX if…
- ✓PassMark CPU Mark of 51,573 — solid multi-thread numbers
- ✓Mainstream desktop flagship core count
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testValue for money
TieSpecdex score per dollar at MSRP
Effectively tied — similar score-per-dollar at MSRP.
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Ryzen 9 9850HX | Ryzen 9 8945HX |
|---|---|---|
| Cores | 12 | ▲ 16 |
| Threads | 24 | ▲ 32 |
| Base clock | 3.0 GHz | 2.5 GHz |
| Boost clock | 5.2 GHz | 5.4 GHz |
| L3 cache | 64 MB | 64 MB |
| TDP | 55 W | 55 W |
| Socket | FL1 | FL1 |
| Class | Desktop, Laptop | Laptop |
| PassMark rank | #242 of 5,901 | #245 of 5,901 |
| PassMark CPU Mark | ▲ 51,722 | 51,573 |
Ryzen 9 9850HX
- +PassMark CPU Mark of 51,722 — solid multi-thread numbers
- +Mainstream desktop flagship core count
- −Requires recent-generation motherboard and DDR5 memory
- −Newer-generation parts pull ahead in current rankings
Ryzen 9 8945HX
- +PassMark CPU Mark of 51,573 — solid multi-thread numbers
- +Mainstream desktop flagship core count
- −Requires recent-generation motherboard and DDR5 memory
- −Newer-generation parts pull ahead in current rankings
FAQ: Ryzen 9 9850HX vs Ryzen 9 8945HX
Which is better, Ryzen 9 9850HX or Ryzen 9 8945HX? +
Both score 29 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Ryzen 9 9850HX worth the price? +
At $549, Ryzen 9 9850HX delivers a Specdex score of 29 — strongest in passmark.
Is Ryzen 9 8945HX worth the price? +
At $549, Ryzen 9 8945HX delivers a Specdex score of 29 — strongest in passmark.
Does Ryzen 9 9850HX or Ryzen 9 8945HX last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.