AMD has officially unveiled its latest line of mobile processors, the Ryzen 8000HX “Dragon Range Refresh”, designed specifically for high-end gaming laptops set to dominate in 2025. This refreshed lineup builds upon the success of the Ryzen 7000HX series, while still leveraging the proven Zen 4 architecture and efficient 5nm process technology.
Cutting-Edge Performance with DDR5 and PCIe 5.0 Support
The Ryzen 8000HX series is equipped with the latest features, including DDR5 memory and PCIe 5.0, delivering blazing-fast speeds and increased bandwidth to support demanding gaming and creative workloads. AMD also integrates the Radeon 610M GPU, based on RDNA 2 architecture, providing capable graphics performance for media tasks, light gaming, and multi-monitor setups.
Built for Power and Efficiency
Optimized for performance without sacrificing energy efficiency, the Ryzen 8000HX processors are an ideal solution for both gamers and content creators who need mobile computing power on the go. With configurations offering up to 16 cores, 32 threads, and excellent multitasking capabilities, this lineup is ready to handle everything from AAA gaming to heavy rendering and everyday productivity.
Meet the Ryzen 8000HX Lineup
The AMD Ryzen 8000HX series features four powerful models:
- Ryzen 9 8945HX
- Ryzen 9 8940HX
- Ryzen 7 8840HX
- Ryzen 7 8745HX
Each model offers performance improvements over the previous generation, particularly in terms of boost clock speeds. The flagship Ryzen 9 8945HX features 16 cores, 32 threads, 80MB of cache, and a maximum clock speed of up to 5.4GHz, with configurable TDP ranging from 55W to 75W.
Ready for Next-Gen Graphics and Premium Gaming
AMD is clearly targeting the top-tier gaming laptop segment, making the 8000HX series ready to pair with next-gen GPUs like the NVIDIA RTX 5080 and RTX 5090. At the same time, this processor family is positioned as a cost-effective alternative for users who want high-end performance now, without waiting for the upcoming generation.
Looking ahead, AMD is also preparing the Ryzen 9000HX “Fire Range”, expected to feature the new Zen 5 architecture and 3D V-Cache technology. But until then, the Ryzen 8000HX series stands as a compelling choice for anyone eyeing a premium gaming laptop in 2025.
