Ryzen 9 5900HX

Details and Benchmarks for AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX

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Benchmark Results

Combined benchmark scores based on multiple data points, giving a quick overview of this processor's performance.

Overall Score

Overall score for Ryzen 9 5900HX based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

5,915 Rank: 280
Rank Name Score Visual
276 Xeon W-1290 5,920
+0.1%
277 Xeon Gold 6142M 5,919
+0.1%
278 Xeon E5-2699 v4 5,916
+0%
279 Xeon D-2183IT 5,916
+0%
280 Ryzen 9 5900HX 5,915
281 Ryzen 5 5600G 5,910
-0.1%
282 Ryzen 7 3800X 5,899
-0.3%
283 Xeon E-2224G 5,898
-0.3%
284 Xeon Gold 6134M 5,889
-0.4%
285 Ryzen 3 7440U 5,886
-0.5%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Ryzen 9 5900HX based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

5,658 Rank: 334
Rank Name Score Visual
330 Core i9-10900F 5,668
+0.2%
331 EPYC 7551 5,665
+0.1%
332 Xeon Silver 4310 5,663
+0.1%
333 Xeon Silver 4116T 5,659
+0%
334 Ryzen 9 5900HX 5,658
335 Core i9-9980HK 5,653
-0.1%
336 Core i7-10700KF 5,652
-0.1%
337 EPYC 7601 5,651
-0.1%
338 EPYC 7501 5,650
-0.1%
339 Xeon Gold 6242 5,647
-0.2%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Ryzen 9 5900HX based on single-threaded benchmark results.

6,087 Rank: 240
Rank Name Score Visual
236 AMD Ryzen 3 1200 6,093
+0.1%
237 Core i9-7940X 6,089
+0%
238 Core i5-8600K 6,088
+0%
239 Ryzen 5 5600G 6,087
+0%
240 Ryzen 9 5900HX 6,087
241 Ryzen 9 3900 6,087
+0%
242 Ryzen 5 3600XT 6,080
-0.1%
243 Xeon W-1290 6,078
-0.1%
244 Ryzen 9 5980HX 6,077
-0.2%
245 Ryzen 7 3800X 6,075
-0.2%

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Workload Scores

Performance scores grouped by workload type, normalized and aggregated from multiple raw benchmark results.

Number Crunching

Aggregated score for Ryzen 9 5900HX based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

5,180 Rank: 289
Rank Name Score Visual
285 EPYC 7262 5,186
+0.1%
286 EPYC 7281 5,182
+0%
287 Xeon E5-2683 v4 5,181
+0%
288 Ryzen 7 7735HS 5,181
+0%
289 Ryzen 9 5900HX 5,180
290 Ryzen 7 7435HS 5,180
+0%
291 Ryzen 7 3800X 5,179
+-0%
292 Core i9-10900F 5,178
+-0%
293 Ryzen 7 PRO 3700 5,176
-0.1%
294 Ryzen 7 PRO 5750GE 5,174
-0.1%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Ryzen 9 5900HX based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

5,326 Rank: 271
Rank Name Score Visual
267 Ryzen AI 7 350 5,330
+0.1%
268 Ryzen 7 6800HS 5,328
+0%
269 Core i9-10900X 5,327
+0%
270 Xeon W-1370 5,327
+0%
271 Ryzen 9 5900HX 5,326
272 Ryzen 7 7735HS 5,323
-0.1%
273 Xeon D-2183IT 5,319
-0.1%
274 Xeon Gold 6146 5,317
-0.2%
275 Ryzen 9 PRO 6950HS 5,312
-0.3%
276 Xeon Gold 6136 5,308
-0.3%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Ryzen 9 5900HX based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

5,126 Rank: 329
Rank Name Score Visual
325 Xeon Gold 5215 5,127
+0%
326 Core i9-9900KF 5,127
+0%
327 Xeon E5-2689 v4 5,126
+0%
328 Core i9-9900K 5,126
+0%
329 Ryzen 9 5900HX 5,126
330 Xeon E5-2680 v4 5,122
-0.1%
331 Core i9-10900 5,120
-0.1%
332 Xeon W-1290 5,120
-0.1%
333 Xeon Silver 4214 5,118
-0.2%
334 Ryzen 5 3600XT 5,117
-0.2%

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Ryzen 9 5900HX Details

The Ryzen 9 5900HX stands as a high-performance mobile processor designed for demanding laptops and gaming systems, offering a compelling balance of single-core and multi-core performance. Launched in early 2021, it is based on AMD's Zen 3 architecture, specifically tailored for mobile platforms under the Cezanne designation. While not the newest in AMD’s lineup, the 5900HX remains a powerful option, especially for users who prioritize raw computing power in a portable form factor. As of early 2026, it is still relevant in the mobile segment, particularly in gaming and content creation laptops where its performance still holds strong against more recent offerings.

This processor features 8 cores and 16 threads, enabled by Simultaneous Multithreading (SMT), allowing it to handle multi-threaded workloads efficiently. It operates at a base frequency of 3.3 GHz and can boost up to 4.6 GHz, depending on the workload and thermal conditions. The chip is built on a 7 nm process by TSMC and contains 10.7 billion transistors, packed into a 180 mm² die. It supports DDR4 memory at speeds up to 4266 MT/s, with a dual-channel memory interface, delivering a memory bandwidth of 68.3 GB/s. The processor is designed for the FP6 socket and has a TDP of 45 W, making it energy-efficient for a high-performance mobile CPU.

The Ryzen 9 5900HX includes integrated Radeon Vega 8 graphics, capable of handling light gaming and multimedia tasks, though it is primarily intended for systems with discrete GPUs. It supports a range of advanced instruction sets including AVX, AVX2, AES, and AMD-V, making it suitable for virtualization, encryption, and high-performance computing tasks. The processor also supports PCIe Gen 3 for connectivity, ensuring compatibility with modern storage and expansion options.

In benchmark testing, the Ryzen 9 5900HX achieves an Overall Score of 5915, placing it at #280 among 2060 CPUs, with a Singlecore Score of 6087 (#239) and a Multicore Score of 5658 (#334). These results position it above many desktop processors, including the Core i9-10900F and EPYC 7501, while slightly behind the Ryzen 9 5980HX and Ryzen 7 3800X in single-core performance. Its multicore performance is particularly strong, outperforming several high-end desktop and server CPUs like the Xeon Silver 4116T and EPYC 7551. While it does not compete with the top-tier CPUs in the Passmark rankings—such as the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX or Core Ultra 9 285K—it remains one of the most capable mobile processors available.

Overall, the Ryzen 9 5900HX is best suited for users seeking a powerful mobile CPU for gaming, video editing, 3D rendering, or software development. Its combination of high clock speeds, efficient power usage, and strong multi-threaded performance makes it a reliable choice for demanding workloads. Although newer processors have since entered the market, the 5900HX continues to hold its own in the mid-to-high end mobile segment, offering excellent value and performance for its price point as of early 2026.
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AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX

Main Specifications

Designer: AMD
Name: Ryzen 9 5900HX
Cores: 8
Threads: 16
Base Frequency: 3300 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 33x (unlocked)
Core Name: Cezanne
Socket: Socket FP6
Package: FP6
Target Segment: Mobile
TDP: 45 W

Cache Specifications

L1 Cache: 62.464 KiB
L2 Cache: 0.488 MiB
L3 Cache: 15.259 MiB

Memory Specifications

Supported Memory Type: DDR4

Physical Specifications

Process: 7 nm
Die Area: 180 mm²
Manufacturer: TSMC

CPU Features

MMX SSE SSE2 SSE3 SSSE3 SSE4.1 SSE4.2 AVX AVX2 BMI1 BMI2 FMA3 AES F16C SMEP SSE4a SHA AMD-V SMT
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