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AMD Ryzen 5 8540U vs AMD Ryzen 5 8645HS: Comparison
AMD Ryzen 5 8540U and AMD Ryzen 5 8645HS differ on tdp: AMD Ryzen 5 8540U at 15 W, AMD Ryzen 5 8645HS at 35 W. They match on 7 other specifications, including form factor, release year and socket.
Specs
| Specification | ![]() | ![]() |
|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | Laptop | Laptop |
| Release Year | 2023 | 2023 |
| TDP | 15 W | 35 W |
| iGPU | AMD Radeon 740M/760M/780M Graphics (RDNA 3) | AMD Radeon 780M Graphics (RDNA 3) |
| Socket | BGA (soldered, mobile) | BGA (soldered, mobile) |
| L3 Cache | 16 MB | 16 MB |
| Cores | 6 | 6 |
| Threads | 12 | 12 |
| Base Clock | 1.7 GHz | 3.3 GHz |
| Boost Clock | 4.9 GHz | 5.1 GHz |
| Architecture | Zen 4 (Phoenix/Hawk Point) | Zen 4 (Phoenix/Hawk Point) |
Verdict
AMD Ryzen 5 8540U
7.8 / 10 Expert Rating
The AMD Ryzen 5 8540U is a well-balanced ultraportable chip that prioritizes battery life and everyday responsiveness.
AMD Ryzen 5 8645HS
8.1 / 10 Expert Rating
The AMD Ryzen 5 8645HS strikes a strong balance between performance and portability for mainstream laptops.

