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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£1,360
  • Avg. price in US: ~$1,200
  • PassMark benchmark result: 7173
  • N. of physical cores: 4
  • CPU boost clock speed: 3.7 GHz

AMD Ryzen 5 3580U review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

3.7

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the processor's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best processors on the market.

Score components:

90.0%

3.7

Technical Score

10.0%

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User score

Poor
3.7

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the processor's technical performance, covering key areas such as processing performance, core configuration, efficiency, platform support, integrated features, and thermal behavior.

When it matters: When you want to compare processors based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

60.0%

2.7

Performance

18.0%

4.3

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

4.2

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

7.6

Power & Thermal

4.0%

8.4

Platform

1.0%

7.4

Integrated Graphics

Poor
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User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the processor.

When it matters: When you want to know how a processor performs in real workloads and how reliable it is for gaming, productivity, and efficiency according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

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User reviews

30.0%

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Popularity

  • 2.6
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    2.8

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    2.4

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    3.7

    CPU boost clock speed

    17.0%

    1.6

    L3 cache

    8.0%

    1.8

    N. of physical cores

  • 1.7
    Video editing

    Score components:

    45.0%

    1.1

    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    1.8

    N. of physical cores

    20.0%

    2.8

    CPU threads

    15.0%

    1.6

    L3 cache

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Verdict

The AMD Ryzen 5 3580U is a quad-core mobile processor built on the 12nm Zen+ architecture, specifically designed as a 'Microsoft Surface Edition' chip for devices like the Surface Laptop 3. It features 8 threads, a base clock of 2.1 GHz with a boost up to 3.7 GHz, and 4MB of L3 cache, operating at a default 15W TDP. Its primary advantage is the integrated Radeon RX Vega 9 graphics, which includes 9 compute units and clock speeds up to 1300 MHz, providing superior graphical performance compared to the standard Ryzen 5 3500U. However, its main drawbacks include subpar energy efficiency by modern standards due to the aging 12nm process and a lack of support for fan-free, passively cooled designs.

Technical Specifications of processor AMD Ryzen 5 3580U

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the processor's technical performance, covering key areas such as processing performance, core configuration, efficiency, platform support, integrated features, and thermal behavior.

When it matters: When you want to compare processors based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

60.0%

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Performance

18.0%

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Cache & Architecture

10.0%

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Memory & PCIe

7.0%

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Power & Thermal

4.0%

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Platform

1.0%

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Integrated Graphics

3.7
AMD Ryzen 5 3580U has a technical score of 3.74 points, which is lower than that of 90% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the processor.

When it matters: When you want to know how a processor performs in real workloads and how reliable it is for gaming, productivity, and efficiency according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the processor.
When it matters: When you prefer to choose a processor reviewed and selected by many other buyers.
1.0
AMD Ryzen 5 3580U has a popularity of 1 points, which is higher than 0% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the processor's overall rating with its cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for a processor with a good balance between performance, efficiency, and price.

Score components:

60.0%

3.7

Overall score

40.0%

3.3

Price

3.6
AMD Ryzen 5 3580U has a quality-to-price ratio of 3.6 points, which is lower than 100% of products in this category.
Brand name
What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.
When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

AMD
Processor type
What it is: The kind of system the processor is built for, such as desktop PCs, laptops, workstations, or servers.
When it matters: When you want a processor meant for the kind of machine you are actually building or buying, rather than a chip aimed at a different class of system.

Importance: HIGH

mobile
AMD Ryzen 5 3580U belongs to the mobile processor class, which is more advanced than that of 7.3% of processors and equal to that of 48.6% of processors.
CPU socket
What it is: The physical socket the processor fits into on the motherboard.
When it matters: When you need to make sure the CPU can actually be installed on a specific motherboard.

Importance: HIGH

FP5
AMD Ryzen 5 3580U uses the FP5 CPU socket, which is older than that of 56.4% of processors and equal to that of 3.3% of processors.
Chipset
What it is: The motherboard chipset families officially meant to work with the processor.
When it matters: When you are checking whether a CPU will work with the motherboard features and platform you plan to use.

Importance: HIGH

X570, B550, A520, X470, B450
AMD Ryzen 5 3580U supports X570, B550, A520, X470, B450 chipsets, which is broader compatibility than 67.7% of processors and equal to that of 1.6% of processors.
CPU architecture
What it is: The processor family or design generation behind the chip, such as Zen 4 or Raptor Lake.
When it matters: When you are comparing CPUs across generations and want a clearer sense of their design age, feature level, and expected performance class.

Importance: HIGH

x86-64
AMD Ryzen 5 3580U uses the x86-64 architecture, which is more advanced than that of 1.7% of processors and equal to that of 98.3% of processors.
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N. of physical cores
What it is: The number of physical CPU cores on the processor.
When it matters: When you run workloads that benefit from more real cores.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 8+

4
AMD Ryzen 5 3580U has 4 CPU cores, which is fewer than 50.7% of processors and equal to 28.5% of processors.
CPU threads
What it is: The total number of processing threads the CPU can handle at once.
When it matters: When you run heavily threaded workloads or multitask a lot.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 16+

8
AMD Ryzen 5 3580U offers 8 CPU threads, which is more than 35.3% of processors and equal to 19% of processors.
Threads per core
What it is: The number of threads each physical core can handle at once.
When it matters: When you want to understand how much thread-level parallelism each core can provide in multitasking or heavily threaded work.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: 2

2
AMD Ryzen 5 3580U offers 2 threads per core, which is more than 30.4% of processors and equal to 69.6% of processors.
CPU boost clock speed
What it is: The highest clock speed the processor can reach under boost conditions.
When it matters: When you care about peak speed in short bursts.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >4.7 GHz

3.7 GHz
AMD Ryzen 5 3580U reaches a boost clock of 3.7 GHz which is lower than that of 72.7% of processors and equal to that of 3.9% of processors.
CPU base clock speed
What it is: The processor's normal all-core starting frequency before boost behavior raises clocks temporarily.
When it matters: When you care about steadier performance in longer workloads rather than short burst speed alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

4 x 2.1 GHz
AMD Ryzen 5 3580U has a base clock of 4x2.1 GHz which is equal to that of 100% of processors.
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Semiconductor size
What it is: The manufacturing process node used to produce the processor, usually expressed in nanometers.
When it matters: When efficiency, heat, and the relative modernity of the chip-making process matter to your comparison.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <10 nm

12 nm
AMD Ryzen 5 3580U uses a 12 nm process node, which is more advanced than that of 49.3% of processors and equal to that of 2.9% of processors.
Foundry
What it is: The semiconductor manufacturer that physically fabricates the processor chip.
When it matters: When process source, manufacturing generation, or foundry differences matter to your comparison more than day-to-day performance alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

GlobalFoundries 12 nm
AMD Ryzen 5 3580U is built on the GlobalFoundries 12 nm foundry process, which is more advanced than that of 49.3% of processors and equal to that of 2.9% of processors.
L3 cache
What it is: The total amount of L3 cache available on the processor.
When it matters: When you want better performance in cache-sensitive workloads and games.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=16 MB

4 MB
AMD Ryzen 5 3580U has an L3 cache of 4 MB which is smaller than that of 70.2% of processors and equal to that of 14.6% of processors.
L2 cache
What it is: The total amount of L2 cache available across the processor.
When it matters: When you want to compare CPU design efficiency and how much fast intermediate cache the cores have available.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=6 MB

2 MB
AMD Ryzen 5 3580U has an L2 cache of 2 MB which is smaller than that of 51.3% of processors and equal to that of 11.1% of processors.
L1 cache
What it is: The total amount of L1 cache built into the processor, which sits closest to the cores.
When it matters: When you are comparing low-level CPU design details rather than the broader performance picture buyers usually notice first.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=512 KB

384 KB
AMD Ryzen 5 3580U has an L1 cache of 384 KB which is larger than that of 45% of processors and equal to that of 15.8% of processors.
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DDR memory version
What it is: The RAM generation the processor is designed to support, such as DDR4 or DDR5.
When it matters: When you need the CPU to match the kind of memory platform you want to buy or reuse.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: DDR5

DDR4
AMD Ryzen 5 3580U supports DDR DDR4, which is newer than that of 26.3% of processors and equal to that of 31.7% of processors.
Maximum memory speed
What it is: The highest official memory speed supported by the processor.
When it matters: When you choose RAM and want to know the supported speed ceiling.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=4800 MHz

2,400 MHz
AMD Ryzen 5 3580U supports memory speeds up to 2400 MHz, which is lower than that of 63.2% of processors and equal to 12.4% of processors.
Max memory speed (JEDEC)
What it is: The highest official RAM speed the processor supports under standard JEDEC settings, before any memory overclocking profiles are applied.
When it matters: When officially supported stock RAM speed matters more than XMP, EXPO, or manual memory tuning.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5600 MHz

DDR4-2400 MHz
AMD Ryzen 5 3580U supports JEDEC memory speeds up to DDR4-2400 MHz, which is lower than that of 63.4% of processors and equal to 10.6% of processors.
Max memory speed (XMP / EXPO)
What it is: The highest memory speed supported through XMP or EXPO profiles.
When it matters: When you want faster RAM through memory profiles.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5200 MHz

N/A
Maximum memory capacity
What it is: The largest total amount of memory officially supported by the processor.
When it matters: When you plan a system with very large RAM capacity.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=128 GB

64 GB
AMD Ryzen 5 3580U supports up to 64 GB of memory, which is more than 28.4% of processors and equal to 27.6% of processors.
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Integrated graphics
What it is: Includes built-in graphics, so the system can output video without a separate graphics card.
When it matters: When you want the PC to work without a dedicated GPU, or you are building an office, media, compact, or troubleshooting-friendly system.

Importance: HIGH

yes
AMD Ryzen 5 3580U includes integrated graphics. 87.6% of processors include integrated graphics.
Integrated GPU model
What it is: The model name of the integrated graphics processor, if present.
When it matters: When you plan to use the CPU's built-in graphics.

Importance: MEDIUM

Radeon Vega 9
AMD Ryzen 5 3580U uses the Radeon Vega 9 integrated GPU, which is more advanced than that in 76.3% of processors.
Integrated GPU execution units
What it is: The number of execution units available in the integrated graphics part of the processor.
When it matters: When you plan to rely on built-in graphics and want a better sense of its light gaming, display, or media capability.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=24

9
AMD Ryzen 5 3580U has 9 GPU execution units, which is fewer than 74% of processors.
Integrated GPU base frequency
What it is: The base operating frequency of the integrated GPU.
When it matters: When integrated graphics performance matters to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=350 MHz

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Integrated media encoders/decoders
What it is: The hardware media formats the processor can encode or decode directly.
When it matters: When you stream, edit video, or rely on hardware media acceleration.

Importance: LOW

H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode)
AMD Ryzen 5 3580U supports H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode) media codecs, which is broader support than 56.2% of processors and equal to 9.5% of processors.
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TDP (Thermal design power)
What it is: The rated thermal design power, which gives a general idea of cooling and power needs.
When it matters: When you choose a cooler or build in a tighter case.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <30 W

15 W
AMD Ryzen 5 3580U has a TDP of 15 W which is lower than that of 77.7% of processors and equal to that of 16.1% of processors.
Base power (PL1)
What it is: The sustained power target used for longer CPU loads.
When it matters: When you choose cooling and power delivery for sustained workloads.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <30 W

15 W
AMD Ryzen 5 3580U has a base power of 15 W which is lower than that of 77.2% of processors and equal to that of 16.2% of processors.
Boost power (PL2)
What it is: The short-term boost power limit the processor may draw under heavier turbo loads.
When it matters: When you size cooling and power delivery for peak turbo behavior.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <50 W

35 W
AMD Ryzen 5 3580U has a boost power of 35 W which is lower than that of 74.4% of processors and equal to that of 4.6% of processors.
Tau (power duration limit)
What it is: The time limit the CPU can stay at higher boost power before dropping toward sustained power.
When it matters: When you want to understand turbo behavior under longer loads.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=28 s

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Configurable TDP
What it is: Allows the processor to run in alternate power modes instead of being fixed to one default TDP target.
When it matters: When you want more control over heat, noise, and power draw in compact systems, quieter builds, or thermally limited machines.

Importance: LOW

yes
AMD Ryzen 5 3580U supports configurable TDP. 52.9% of processors support configurable TDP.
cTDP: 12-35 W
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AMD Ryzen 5 3580U vs the average processor

  • 66.7% lower base power
    AMD Ryzen 5 3580U has a lower base power draw than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
    What it is: The sustained power target used for longer CPU loads.
    When it matters: When you choose cooling and power delivery for sustained workloads.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <30 W

    AMD Ryzen 5 3580U has a lower base power draw than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.15 W vs 45 W
  • 5 °C higher TJ Max
    AMD Ryzen 5 3580U has a higher TJ Max than the average processor (105 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor has a TJ Max of 100 °C.
    What it is: The highest safe operating junction temperature before the CPU starts throttling or protecting itself.
    When it matters: When you tune cooling or monitor thermals under load.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >=100 °C

    AMD Ryzen 5 3580U has a higher TJ Max than the average processor (105 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor has a TJ Max of 100 °C.105 °C vs 100 °C
  • 45.3% lower boost power
    AMD Ryzen 5 3580U has a lower boost power draw than the average processor (35 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.
    What it is: The short-term boost power limit the processor may draw under heavier turbo loads.
    When it matters: When you size cooling and power delivery for peak turbo behavior.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <50 W

    AMD Ryzen 5 3580U has a lower boost power draw than the average processor (35 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.35 W vs 64 W
  • 66.7% lower TDP
    AMD Ryzen 5 3580U has a lower TDP than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.
    What it is: The rated thermal design power, which gives a general idea of cooling and power needs.
    When it matters: When you choose a cooler or build in a tighter case.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: <30 W

    AMD Ryzen 5 3580U has a lower TDP than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.15 W vs 45 W
  • More advanced foundry
    AMD Ryzen 5 3580U uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (GlobalFoundries 12 nm vs Intel 14 nm).
    What it is: The semiconductor manufacturer that physically fabricates the processor chip.
    When it matters: When process source, manufacturing generation, or foundry differences matter to your comparison more than day-to-day performance alone.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    AMD Ryzen 5 3580U uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (GlobalFoundries 12 nm vs Intel 14 nm).GlobalFoundries 12 nm vs Intel 14 nm
  • More advanced foundry
    AMD Ryzen 5 3580U uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (GlobalFoundries 12 nm vs Intel 14 nm).
  • 66.7% lower base power
    AMD Ryzen 5 3580U has a lower base power draw than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
  • 5 °C higher TJ Max
    AMD Ryzen 5 3580U has a higher TJ Max than the average processor (105 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor has a TJ Max of 100 °C.
  • 45.3% lower boost power
    AMD Ryzen 5 3580U has a lower boost power draw than the average processor (35 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.
  • 66.7% lower TDP
    AMD Ryzen 5 3580U has a lower TDP than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.

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Cache & Architecture
Power & Thermal
  • Older TPM support
    AMD Ryzen 5 3580U supports an older TPM version than the average processor (fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0).
  • 39.9% lower single-core score
    AMD Ryzen 5 3580U has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (884 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
  • 81.6% lower multi-core score
    AMD Ryzen 5 3580U has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (884 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
  • 14% lower boost clock
    AMD Ryzen 5 3580U has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.7 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
  • 22% weaker single-core performance
    AMD Ryzen 5 3580U has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (1,936 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • 27.3% lower Cinebench R20 single-core score
    AMD Ryzen 5 3580U has a lower Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (352 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.
  • 44.3% weaker multi-core performance
    AMD Ryzen 5 3580U has a lower multi-core performance than the average processor (1,549 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.
  • 2 fewer CPU cores
    AMD Ryzen 5 3580U has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (4 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
  • 31.9% lower PassMark score
    AMD Ryzen 5 3580U has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (7,173 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
  • 7 lower clock multiplier
    AMD Ryzen 5 3580U has a lower clock multiplier than the average processor (21 vs 28). The average processor has a clock multiplier of 28.
  • 41.7% less L3 per core
    AMD Ryzen 5 3580U has less L3 cache per core than the average processor (1 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
  • Less advanced microarchitecture
    AMD Ryzen 5 3580U uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Picasso vs Kaby Lake).
  • 50% smaller L3 cache
    AMD Ryzen 5 3580U has a lower L3 cache than the average processor (4 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.
  • 18% larger die size
    AMD Ryzen 5 3580U has a higher die size than the average processor (210 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
  • 20% smaller L2 cache
    AMD Ryzen 5 3580U has a lower L2 cache than the average processor (2 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.
  • 4 fewer PCIe lanes
    AMD Ryzen 5 3580U has fewer PCIe lanes than the average processor (12 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
  • 18.2% lower memory speed
    AMD Ryzen 5 3580U has a lower maximum memory speed than the average processor (2,400 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.
  • 16.2% lower memory bandwidth
    AMD Ryzen 5 3580U has a lower memory bandwidth than the average processor (38.4 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s). The average processor offers memory bandwidth of 45.8 GB/s.
  • Narrower media codec support
    AMD Ryzen 5 3580U supports fewer media codecs than the average processor (H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode) vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)).
  • 62.5% fewer GPU execution units
    AMD Ryzen 5 3580U has fewer GPU execution units than the average processor (9 vs 24). The average processor has 24 GPU execution units.
  • 5 °C higher CPU temperature
    AMD Ryzen 5 3580U has a higher CPU temperature than the average processor (105 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor runs at a CPU temperature of 100 °C.
  • 39.9% lower single-core score
    AMD Ryzen 5 3580U has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (884 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
    What it is: A Geekbench 6 score that reflects single-core CPU performance in mixed modern workloads.
    When it matters: When you care about snappy everyday performance in lighter apps, browsing, office work, or tasks that do not scale well across many cores.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >2000

    AMD Ryzen 5 3580U has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (884 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.884 vs 1,471
  • 81.6% lower multi-core score
    AMD Ryzen 5 3580U has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (884 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
    What it is: A Geekbench 6 score that reflects multi-core CPU performance in mixed modern workloads.
    When it matters: When you want a quick picture of multi-core speed in everyday mixed workloads, multitasking, and broadly optimized software.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >8500

    AMD Ryzen 5 3580U has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (884 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.884 vs 4,793
  • 14% lower boost clock
    AMD Ryzen 5 3580U has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.7 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
    What it is: The highest clock speed the processor can reach under boost conditions.
    When it matters: When you care about peak speed in short bursts.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >4.7 GHz

    AMD Ryzen 5 3580U has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.7 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.3.7 GHz vs 4.3 GHz
  • 22% weaker single-core performance
    AMD Ryzen 5 3580U has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (1,936 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
    What it is: A benchmark score that reflects single-core CPU performance.
    When it matters: When you care about responsiveness in lighter or older software.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >3200

    AMD Ryzen 5 3580U has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (1,936 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.1,936 vs 2,483
  • 27.3% lower Cinebench R20 single-core score
    AMD Ryzen 5 3580U has a lower Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (352 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.
    What it is: A Cinebench R20 benchmark score that reflects single-core CPU performance.
    When it matters: When you care about lighter workloads, interface responsiveness, or software that still depends heavily on one fast core.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >600

    AMD Ryzen 5 3580U has a lower Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (352 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.352 vs 484
  • 44.3% weaker multi-core performance
    AMD Ryzen 5 3580U has a lower multi-core performance than the average processor (1,549 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.
    What it is: A Cinebench R20 score that reflects how well the processor handles long, heavy rendering workloads across many cores.
    When it matters: When you care about sustained multi-core performance in rendering, compiling, heavy creation work, or productivity workloads that use many threads.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >4700

    AMD Ryzen 5 3580U has a lower multi-core performance than the average processor (1,549 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.1,549 vs 2,783
  • 41.7% less L3 per core
    AMD Ryzen 5 3580U has less L3 cache per core than the average processor (1 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
    What it is: The amount of L3 cache effectively available per CPU core.
    When it matters: When you are comparing how much shared cache each core can draw on in deeper technical analysis.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=2 MB/core

    AMD Ryzen 5 3580U has less L3 cache per core than the average processor (1 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.1 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core
  • 2 fewer CPU cores
    AMD Ryzen 5 3580U has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (4 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
    What it is: The number of physical CPU cores on the processor.
    When it matters: When you run workloads that benefit from more real cores.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: 8+

    AMD Ryzen 5 3580U has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (4 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.4 vs 6
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What customers like about AMD Ryzen 5 3580U?

  • Improved integrated graphics (Radeon Vega 9) compared to standard Ryzen 3000 mobile series, which is beneficial for light gaming and photo editing.
  • Efficient power consumption with a 15W TDP, contributing to good battery life in premium ultraportables.
  • Reliable multitasking for daily productivity tasks thanks to 4 cores and 8 threads.
  • Binned performance that often rivals competing 10th Gen Intel Core i5/i7 processors in multi-threaded benchmarks.
  • Operates quietly with effective thermal management in thin-and-light laptop designs.

What customers dislike about AMD Ryzen 5 3580U?

  • Uses the older 12nm Zen+ architecture, making it less efficient and powerful than later 7nm Ryzen 4000/5000 series chips.
  • Underwhelming single-core performance compared to equivalent Intel Ice Lake processors.
  • Higher operating temperatures reported under heavy load in some compact chassis.
  • Struggles with modern AAA gaming titles and heavy background tasks.
  • Lack of support for newer standards like Wi-Fi 6 or Thunderbolt (in specific Surface implementations).

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browser.geekbench.com
March 29 2026 (Live Data)
AMD Ryzen 5 3580U Microsoft Surface Edition Benchmarks

The AMD Ryzen 5 3580U Microsoft Surface Edition is a custom 12nm quad-core processor designed for the 15-inch Surface Laptop 3, featuring an upgraded Radeon RX Vega 9 GPU for improved graphics performance. Pros include competitive multi-threaded performance and strong integrated graphics capabilities suitable for light creative work. However, cons involve weaker single-core...Read more

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cpubenchmark.net
March 29 2026 (Live Data)
AMD Ryzen 5 3580U - CPU Benchmarks

The AMD Ryzen 5 3580U is a 12nm "Picasso" (Zen+) semi-custom, 4-core/8-thread mobile processor designed for Microsoft devices with a 15W TDP. Key pros include the integrated Radeon RX Vega 9 graphics, which outperform the standard 3500U, and competitive multi-threaded performance against Intel's 10th-gen Ice Lake processors. Conversely, cons include weaker single-thread performance...Read more

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laptopmag.com
28/10/2019
Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 (15-inch) - Full Review and Benchmarks

The Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 (15-inch) review by Laptop Mag highlights a device that excels in portability with a slim 3.4-pound aluminum design, featuring an excellent 15-inch 3:2 PixelSense display and a comfortable keyboard. However, the consumer model's AMD Ryzen 5 3580U processor delivers underwhelming, inconsistent performance compared to competitors, and the battery life...Read more

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rtings.com
22/11/2021
Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 15 (2019) Review - RTINGS.com

The Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 15 (2019) is a premium, highly portable 15-inch laptop featuring an exceptionally well-built aluminum chassis and a productive 3:2 aspect ratio display with excellent color accuracy. It boasts a comfortable typing experience, a responsive glass touchpad, and a high-quality 720p webcam that supports Windows Hello facial recognition. Additionally, the...Read more

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tomshardware.com
12/11/2019
Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 (15-inch) Review: AMD Inside

The 15-inch Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 is a premium, 3.4-pound, lightweight notebook featuring an aluminum chassis and a 3:2 aspect display optimized for productivity. While lauded for its sleek, portable design, the black version is prone to fingerprints, and the screen produces black bars during 16:9 video playback. Tom's HardwarePerformance-wise, the customized AMD Ryzen 5 3580U...Read more

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computerbild.de
15/11/2019
Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 (15-inch) Review

The 15-inch Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 features a premium all-aluminum chassis, a high-quality 3:2 aspect ratio PixelSense touchscreen, and custom AMD Ryzen processors. The device offers a comfortable keyboard, a large trackpad, and clear "Omnisonic" speakers. However, the AMD processors struggle with demanding tasks, battery life often falls short of a full workday, and port...Read more

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chip.de
14/11/2019
Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Review

The Microsoft Surface Laptop 3, available in 13.5 and 15-inch models with new metal finishes, boasts excellent build quality and a high-resolution PixelSense display. While the addition of a USB-C port is a pro, its lack of Thunderbolt support limits external monitor functionality. The laptop features a superior keyboard and a glass touchpad. Performance-wise, the 13.5-inch Intel...Read more

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notebookcheck.biz
17/10/2019
Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 15 (Ryzen 5 3580U) Review", "Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 15-inch Test: AMD's Incursion", "Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 (15-inc...

The Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 15-inch, featuring an AMD Ryzen 5 3580U, offers a premium all-aluminum chassis and a high-quality 3:2 PixelSense touchscreen display with excellent color accuracy. It features top-tier input devices, including a tactile keyboard and a precise, large glass trackpad. While boasting a superior design, the AMD variant lacks Thunderbolt 3 and Wi-Fi 6, with...Read more

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cnetfrance.fr
06/11/2019
Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 15-inch Review: AMD Ryzen Edition

The Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 (15-inch), reviewed by CNET France, features a premium aluminum design, a productive 3:2 screen ratio, and introduces USB-C connectivity, signaling a shift toward AMD hardware. Performance relies on custom AMD Ryzen "Surface Edition" processors suitable for general office tasks, though they lag behind 10th Gen Intel alternatives in benchmarks. Key...Read more

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teknofilo.com
23/01/2020
Surface Laptop 3 15" In-depth Review and Opinion

The Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 is lauded for its premium aluminum build, excellent keyboard, and a high-brightness, 3:2 aspect ratio PixelSense touchscreen that excels in productivity. Performance is solid with custom AMD Ryzen processors in the 15-inch model, complemented by a large, responsive glass trackpad and fast-charging capability. Key pros include the addition of a USB-C...Read more

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techradar.com
23/07/2021
Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 (15-inch) Review

The Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 (15-inch) is a premium, well-built ultrabook featuring a minimalist, high-quality design with a 3:2 aspect ratio display. The device is lauded for its exceptional typing experience, trackpad accuracy, and robust performance in daily productivity tasks, despite the 15-inch consumer model utilizing an AMD Ryzen 5 3580U processor, say TechRadar....Read more

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digitec.ch
11/11/2019
Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Review: Great Design, Mediocre Performance

The Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 is lauded for its superior industrial design, featuring a stunning matte black finish, easy one-finger opening, and a highly productive 3:2 screen ratio. While the chassis and build quality are exceptional, the review notes a subpar keyboard and small touchpad, alongside performance that fails to meet expectations for its premium price. Key technical...Read more

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ceotech.it
25/01/2021
Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 15" Review - CeoTech

The Ceotech review of the 15-inch Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 highlights its premium, all-aluminum design, emphasizing a thin, lightweight chassis that pairs with a 3:2 aspect ratio PixelSense display, which is excellent for productivity but results in black bars for 16:9 video. Powered by custom AMD Ryzen "Surface Edition" processors, the laptop offers a smooth experience for office...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
26/06/2020
Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 (15) review - LaptopMedia Italy

The 15-inch Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 features a premium aluminum chassis and a high-quality 3:2 PixelSense display, balancing a sleek form factor with great screen contrast and color accuracy. While praised for its design and improved serviceability, the device offers limited port selection and lacks Thunderbolt 3 support. Performance is driven by custom AMD Ryzen processors,...Read more

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hwupgrade.it
20/03/2020
Microsoft Surface Laptop 3: 13 and 15 inches, Intel and AMD, compared

The HWUpgrade review highlights the Microsoft Surface Laptop 3, featuring a design split between a 13.5-inch Intel 10th Gen "Ice Lake" model and a 15-inch custom AMD Ryzen "Surface Edition" version. Both laptops maintain a premium aluminum design with a 3:2 aspect ratio display, introducing long-awaited USB-C, while notably omitting Thunderbolt 3. Performance tests indicate the...Read more

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notebookcheck.nl
17/10/2019
Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 (15-Inch) Review: AMD Ryzen Surface Edition

The Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 15 (Ryzen 5 3580U) is a premium, lightweight 15-inch Ultrabook featuring a high-quality all-aluminum chassis and a bright, 3:2 aspect ratio PixelSense display. Key pros include an excellent keyboard, a large glass trackpad, and a slim design that enhances portability. However, the 60 Hz display is surrounded by thick, dated bezels. Performance from the...Read more

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ct.nl
01/04/2020
Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 with AMD CPU - c't

The Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 15-inch, powered by custom AMD Ryzen processors, offers solid performance for office tasks and features a highly serviceable metal chassis designed for enterprise, according to c't. The device is lauded for its high-quality construction, excellent keyboard, and sharp 3:2 touchscreen display, offering a clean user experience. However, the review notes...Read more

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id.nl
05/12/2019
Microsoft Surface Laptop 3: A Windows laptop with MacBook qualities

The Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 is a premium Windows device noted for its high-end magnesium or aluminum unibody design, featuring a productivity-focused 3:2 aspect ratio screen. It is praised for an excellent keyboard and responsive trackpad, combined with 10th-gen Intel or AMD Ryzen chips, though the 15-inch model lacks a dedicated GPU for intensive creative work or gaming. While...Read more

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tweakers.net
01/11/2019
Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Ryzen 5 3580U - Tweakers

The Tweakers review highlights the 15-inch Surface Laptop 3 as a notable shift for Microsoft, being the first flagship Surface to pivot from Intel to a custom "Surface Edition" AMD Ryzen processor. The design is a major pro, featuring a premium all-aluminum chassis, a 15-inch form factor at 1.5kg, and a sharp "PixelSense" 2496x1664 display with a 3:2 aspect ratio. Internally, the...Read more

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