AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 6950HS vs Intel Core i5-4250U
The Ryzen 9 PRO 6950HS has 323% better performance than the Core i5-4250U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.
We do not have any performance per dollar data for the Ryzen 9 PRO 6950HS and the Core i5-4250U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.
Summary
About the AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 6950HS CPU
The AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 6950HS is a 8-core (16-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q2 2022. It is part of AMD's Ryzen 9 lineup, which is based on the Zen 3+ microarchitecture. The PRO 6950HS is compatible with AMD Socket FP7 motherboards and is fabricated on TSMC's 6 nm manufacturing process. It features the Radeon 680M integrated graphics solution.
Memory and Cache
The Ryzen 9 PRO 6950HS supports DDR5 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Ryzen 9 PRO 6950HS has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 64 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 512 KB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 16 MB.
Cores and Clock Speeds
The Ryzen 9 PRO 6950HS features 8 total cores which can process 16 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 3.3 GHz, and it can boost up to 4.9 GHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is locked, making it incapable of overclocking for pushing performance further.
Integrated Graphics
The Ryzen 9 PRO 6950HS includes an integrated graphics solution called Radeon 680M. This graphics processor is directly integrated into the CPU and is not as powerful as a dedicated graphics card. While integrated graphics can handle basic tasks like web browsing and office applications, it is not suitable for more demanding activities such as gaming or video editing, where a dedicated graphics card offers superior performance.
Benchmark Performance
The Ryzen 9 PRO 6950HS has the 192nd best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 768 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 36.46% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X.
About the Intel Core i5-4250U CPU
The Intel Core i5-4250U is a 2-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q2 2013. It is part of Intel's Core i5 lineup, which is based on the Haswell microarchitecture. The i5-4250U is compatible with Intel BGA 1168 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 22 nm manufacturing process. It features the Intel HD 5000 integrated graphics solution.
Memory and Cache
The Core i5-4250U supports DDR3 memory. In terms of cache, the Core i5-4250U has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 64 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 256 KB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 3 MB.
Cores and Clock Speeds
The Core i5-4250U features 2 total cores which can process 4 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 1300.0 MHz, and it can boost up to 2.6 GHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is locked, making it incapable of overclocking for pushing performance further.
Integrated Graphics
The Core i5-4250U includes an integrated graphics solution called Intel HD 5000. This graphics processor is directly integrated into the CPU and is not as powerful as a dedicated graphics card. While integrated graphics can handle basic tasks like web browsing and office applications, it is not suitable for more demanding activities such as gaming or video editing, where a dedicated graphics card offers superior performance.
Benchmark Performance
The Core i5-4250U has the 547th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 768 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 8.63% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X.
General Info
General overview of the CPU, including details like its manufacturer, release date, launch price, and current production status.
| Info | Ryzen 9 PRO 6950HS | Core i5-4250U |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | AMD | Intel |
| Series | Ryzen 9 | Core i5 |
| Market Segment | Mobile | Mobile |
| Release Date | Q2 2022 | Q2 2013 |
| Production Status | Active | -- |
| Shop | Check Price | Check Price |
Benchmark Performance
The Ryzen 9 PRO 6950HS has 323% better performance than the Core i5-4250U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.
The Ryzen 9 PRO 6950HS is ranked 192nd with a score of 13,952, and the Core i5-4250U is ranked 547th with a score of 3,301.5.
We do not have any performance per dollar data for the Ryzen 9 PRO 6950HS and the Core i5-4250U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.
Relative Performance
The average score in the benchmark test can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative performance. Generally, powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.
| CPU | Benchmark Performance | |
|---|---|---|
| Ryzen 5 6600H | 14,220 | +2% |
| Ryzen 7 PRO 6850U | 14,139 | +1% |
| Ryzen 9 PRO 6950HS | 13,952 | |
| Ryzen 5 6600HS | 13,933 | -0% |
| Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H | 13,828 | -1% |
| Ryzen 3 2200U | 3,327 | -76% |
| Core i5-3230M | 3,310 | -76% |
| Core i5-4250U | 3,301.5 | -76% |
| Core i5-4300U | 3,288 | -76% |
| Core i5-4310U | 3,263.5 | -77% |
Relative Value For Money
The average performance per dollar in the benchmark test can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative value. A higher score implies a better value for your money.
| CPU | Performance Per Dollar | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Our database does not have enough data to compare the benchmark performance per dollar with other CPUs. | |||
Benchmark Scores
This table showcases the average performance scores achieved by both CPUs across industry-standard benchmark tests. These scores provide a valuable insight into overall performance. Powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.
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| Benchmark | Ryzen 9 PRO 6950HS | Core i5-4250U |
|---|---|---|
| 3DMark 11 Performance Physics | 13,952 (+322.6%) | 3,301.5 |
| 3DMark Time Spy CPU | 7,132 | -- |
| Cinebench R15 Multi-Core | 1,913 | -- |
| Cinebench R15 Single-Core | 239 | -- |
| Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core | 8,756 (+510.6%) | 1,434 |
| Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core | 1,903 (+156.47%) | 742 |
| CPU Mark Multi-Thread | 22,697 (+959.62%) | 2,142 |
| CPU Mark Single-Thread | 3,405 (+155.44%) | 1,333 |
Technical Specs
Manufacturing Details
Information about the CPU's manufacturing like its foundry, process size, and transistor count.
| Spec | Ryzen 9 PRO 6950HS | Core i5-4250U |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | AMD | Intel |
| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |
| Process Size | 6 nm | 22 nm |
| Transistors | -- | 1,400 million |
Architecture
CPU architecture specs like its memory channels, memory support, and microarchitecture. Newer CPU architectures can minimize bottlenecks and improve execution efficiency using more advanced techniques.
| Spec | Ryzen 9 PRO 6950HS | Core i5-4250U |
|---|---|---|
| Series | Ryzen 9 | Core i5 |
| Microarchitecture | Zen 3+ | Haswell |
| Codename | Rembrandt | Haswell |
| Memory Support | DDR5 | DDR3 |
| Memory Channels | Dual-channel | -- |
| ECC Memory | No | No |
Cores & Clock Speeds
Processing power information like its cores and clock speed. These specs impact how fast they can handle instructions and tasks. These have a strong impact on the CPU's performance.
| Spec | Ryzen 9 PRO 6950HS | Core i5-4250U |
|---|---|---|
| Cores | 8 | 2 |
| Threads | 16 | 4 |
| Clock Speed | 3.3 GHz | 1300.0 MHz |
| Turbo Clock | 4.9 GHz | 2.6 GHz |
| Base Clock | 100 MHz | 100 MHz |
| Multiplier | 33.0x | 13.0x |
| Multiplier Unlocked | No | No |
Cache
CPU cache specs like its L1 & L2 cache. These provide the CPU with a small, but super-fast memory access. A larger cache can improve a CPU's performance.
| Spec | Ryzen 9 PRO 6950HS | Core i5-4250U |
|---|---|---|
| L1 Cache | 64 KB | 64 KB |
| L2 Cache | 512 KB | 256 KB |
| L3 Cache | 16 MB | 3 MB |
Compatibility & Power Consumption
Compatibility and power consumption information like its socket type, thermal design power, power limits. These can help verify the CPU's compatibility with other PC components.
| Spec | Ryzen 9 PRO 6950HS | Core i5-4250U |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AMD Socket FP7 | Intel BGA 1168 |
| PCI Express | PCIe 4.0 x20 | -- |
| Thermal Design Power (TDP) | 35 W | 15 W |
| TJ Max | 95 °C | 100 °C |
Graphics, Features, & Extensions
Additional CPU features like its bundled coolers, integrated graphics, and extensions/technologies.
| Spec | Ryzen 9 PRO 6950HS | Core i5-4250U |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated Graphics | Radeon 680M | Intel HD 5000 |
| Extensions / Technologies | MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AES, AVX, AVX2, BMI1, BMI2, SHA, F16C, FMA3, AMD64, EVP, AMD-V, SMAP, SMEP, SMT, Precision Boost 2, XFR 2 | MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, TXT, VT-x, VT-d, HTT, AES-NI |
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* Performance rating, performance per dollar, and rankings are based on the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark and MSRP.