AMD Ryzen 5 4600H
Opinion and specs

Our verdict

Entry-level

The AMD Ryzen 5 4600H is an entry-level processor. It is a mid-power chip (45 W): enough for real work without the weight or the noise of a gaming laptop. It came out in 2020.

It is currently fitted in 2 laptops from $728, at an average price of $762.

There is a faster and cheaper option: the Intel Core Ultra 7 255H is 118% faster and its entry price is $99 lower.

Frequently asked questions

Is the AMD Ryzen 5 4600H a good processor?

The AMD Ryzen 5 4600H is an entry-level processor. It is a mid-power chip (45 W): enough for real work without the weight or the noise of a gaming laptop. It ranks 171 of 271 and delivers 22.5% of what the fastest one on the market does.

What does the H mean in AMD processors?

The H marks AMD's mid line: 45 W, the usual balance in a work laptop.

What year is the AMD Ryzen 5 4600H from?

AMD Ryzen 5 4600H came out in 2020.

What is the Intel equivalent of AMD Ryzen 5 4600H?

The closest in performance is Intel Core i7-10870H.

How much does a laptop with the AMD Ryzen 5 4600H cost?

It is currently fitted in 2 laptops from $728, at an average price of $762.

Which alternative is worth it?

There is a faster and cheaper option: the Intel Core Ultra 7 255H is 118% faster and its entry price is $99 lower.

Specs

Model 4600H
Manufacturer AMD
L2 cache 3 MB
Family AMD Ryzen™ 5
L3 cache 8 MB
Motherboard chipset AMD SoC
Boost frequency 4 GHz
Cores 6
Threads 12
Frequency 3 GHz
Cache 8 MB
Cache type L3

Performance summary

#171 of 271
Relative performance 22.5%
Laptops 2
Price from $728
Average price $762

Recommended alternatives

More powerful, also mid-power, with a similar starting price

Our pick Intel Core Ultra 7 255H 49.0% From $629 Intel Core Ultra 9 185H 46.3% From $1000 Intel Core 9 270H 46.0% From $967 AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS 45.3% From $763 AMD Ryzen 7 260 45.0% From $910

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