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AMD Ryzen 7 1800X review: 74 specs compared

Avg. price:~£110PassMark multi-core score:16278N. of physical cores:8CPU boost clock speed:4.0 GHzCPU socket:AM4TDP (Thermal design power):95 W

AMD Ryzen 7 1800X Review: Compare 74 technical specifications and 57 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Processors category and whether it is worth buying.

AMD Ryzen 7 1800X
7.1/10

Overall score

Score
7.1/ 10
✕
What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, expert reviews, best-of lists and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 40%, Reviews score 25%, List score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 64% of models
Score components

40%

5.6

Technical score

25%

8.4

Reviews score

25%

?

List scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.5, the mark of a weaker model in this category

10%

9.0

Sentiment score

▲Better than 64% of processors
8.0

Value for money

Value for money
8.0/ 10
✕
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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 86% of models
Score components

70%

7.1

Overall score

30%

9.9

Price

▲Better than 86%
5.6

Technical score

Technical score
5.6/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 40% of the overall score.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 53% of models
Score components

60%

5.5

Performance

18%

5.0

Architecture

10%

6.8

Memory & PCIe

7%

5.4

Power & Thermal

4%

8.2

Platform

1%

4.0

Integrated graphics

▼Worse than 53%
8.4

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.4/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.2 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 89% of models

80%

8.1

Average grade

20%

9.9

Popularity

Grades by review (57)
30 reviews: 10 with a printed score, 20 estimated from the review. 27 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
▲Better than 89%
?

List score

List score
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 25% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
Not in any best-of list yet
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What reviewers say about the AMD Ryzen 7 1800X

Based on 11 · 29

Reviewers love its multi-core muscle for rendering and multitasking, but gaming and single-core speed lag behind, with software poorly optimized for it.
Praised
Mixed views
Criticised
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What owners say about the AMD Ryzen 7 1800X

Based on 189 owners sharing their experience in online comments

69%positive13%mixed18%negative

Owners praise its lasting gaming and workload performance, while memory support and overclocking remain frustrating.

What owners dislike

  • Overclocking is limited: many chips stop around 4 GHz, need high voltage to stay stable, and some fail to boot when pushed further.19
  • Some owners see low frame rates and stutter in CPU-heavy games, with the chip sometimes trailing Intel rivals in single-thread performance.17
  • Memory is hard to run fast: many users find RAM stuck around 2133 to 2666 MHz, with boot loops or no boot until BIOS updates or specific kits fix it.17
  • Under load the chip runs hot and needs strong cooling, such as a large tower air cooler or water cooling, to stay in safe temperatures.8
  • Some owners report boot failures, restarts and crashes when overclocking or running fast RAM, often solved by resetting CMOS or lowering settings.7
  • Owners say it feels dated next to newer Ryzen and Intel chips, with slower results in newer games and demanding editing work.7
  • With high-end GPUs or 4K video editing, owners say the CPU becomes a bottleneck, limiting frame rates and slowing timeline work.3

Points mentioned by at least 3 owners, most mentioned first.

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Technical Specifications of processor AMD Ryzen 7 1800X

Technical score
Technical score
5.6/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 40% of the overall score.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 53% of models
Score components:

60%

5.5

Performance

18%

5.0

Architecture

10%

6.8

Memory & PCIe

7%

5.4

Power & Thermal

4%

8.2

Platform

1%

4.0

Integrated graphics

5.6
Reviews score
8.4
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
8.0/ 10
✕
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 distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 86% of models
Score components:

70%

7.1

Overall score

30%

9.9

Price

8.0
Processor type
desktop
This processor belongs to the desktop processor class, which is more advanced than that of 54.7% of processors and equal to that of 39.5% of processors.
CPU socket
AM4
This processor uses the AM4 CPU socket, which is newer than that of 75.1% of processors and equal to that of 9.4% of processors.
Chipset
AMD 300 Series, AMD 400 Series, AMD 500 Series
This processor supports AMD 300 Series, AMD 400 Series, AMD 500 Series chipsets, which is broader compatibility than 72.1% of processors and equal to that of 1.9% of processors.
CPU architecture
x86-64
This processor uses the x86-64 architecture, which is more advanced than that of 1.8% of processors and equal to that of 98.2% of processors.
Instruction sets
MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA, BMI1, BMI2, AMD-V
This processor supports MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA, BMI1, BMI2, AMD-V instruction sets, which is broader support than 85.3% of processors and equal to that of 6% of processors.
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What reviewers say
N. of physical cores
8
Market range: <2 – >12
This processor has 8 CPU cores, which is more than 61.2% of processors and equal to 13.9% of processors.
CPU threads
16
Market range: <4 – >24
This processor offers 16 CPU threads, which is more than 69% of processors and equal to 14.6% of processors.
CPU boost clock speed
4 GHz
Market range: <3 GHz – >5.5 GHz
This processor reaches a boost clock of 4 GHz which is lower than that of 62.1% of processors and equal to that of 4.8% of processors.
CPU base clock speed
8x 3.6 GHz
This processor has a base clock of 8x3.6 GHz which is higher than that of 81.4% of processors and equal to that of 1.2% of processors.
PassMark multi-core score
16,278
Market range: <2.5k – >32.5k
This processor scores 16,278 in PassMark, which is higher than 61% of processors.
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Semiconductor size
14 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >24 nm
This processor uses a 14 nm process node, which is older than that of 52% of processors and equal to that of 32.9% of processors.
Foundry
GlobalFoundries 14 nm
This processor is built on the GlobalFoundries 14 nm foundry process, which is less advanced than that of 51.6% of processors and equal to that of 4.2% of processors.
L3 cache
16 MB
Market range: <2 MB – >32 MB
This processor has an L3 cache of 16 MB which is larger than that of 62% of processors and equal to that of 12.6% of processors.
L2 cache
4 MB
Market range: <1 MB – >16 MB
This processor has an L2 cache of 4 MB which is larger than that of 53.6% of processors and equal to that of 9.2% of processors.
L1 cache
768 KB
Market range: <128 KB – >1.2k KB
This processor has an L1 cache of 768 KB which is larger than that of 77.6% of processors and equal to that of 3.3% of processors.
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DDR memory version
DDR4
This processor supports DDR DDR4, which is newer than that of 25.2% of processors and equal to that of 31.1% of processors.
Maximum memory speed
2,666 MHz
Market range: <1.5k MHz – >6.5k MHz
This processor supports memory speeds up to 2,666 MHz, which is lower than that of 56.7% of processors and equal to 7.9% of processors.
Max memory speed (JEDEC)
DDR4-2667 MHz
This processor supports JEDEC memory speeds up to DDR4-2667 MHz, which is lower than that of 59.2% of processors and equal to 0.6% of processors.
Max memory speed (XMP / EXPO)
?
Maximum memory capacity
128 GB
Market range: <32 GB – >256 GB
This processor supports up to 128 GB of memory, which is more than 59.3% of processors and equal to 22.8% of processors.
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Integrated graphics
no
This processor does not include integrated graphics. 85.4% of processors offer this.
Integrated GPU model
N/A
Integrated GPU execution units
N/A
Integrated GPU base frequency
N/A
Integrated media encoders/decoders
N/A
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TDP (Thermal design power)
95 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This processor has a TDP of 95 W which is higher than that of 87.4% of processors and equal to that of 1.8% of processors.
Base power (PL1)
95 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This processor has a base power of 95 W which is higher than that of 87.6% of processors and equal to that of 1.8% of processors.
Boost power (PL2)
?
Tau (power duration limit)
N/A
Configurable TDP
no
This processor does not support configurable TDP. 53.7% of processors offer this.
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AMD Ryzen 7 1800X vs the average processor

246810TotalPlatformPerformanceArchitectureMemory & PCIeIntegrated graphicsPower & Thermal
  • 4 more performance cores
    This processor has more performance cores than the average processor (8 vs 4). The average processor has 4 performance cores.
    8 vs 4
  • 8 more CPU threads
    This processor has more CPU threads than the average processor (16 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
    16 vs 8
  • 8 more PCIe lanes
    This processor has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (24 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
    16 usable lanes
    24 vs 16
  • Unlocked for overclocking
    This processor has an unlocked multiplier, while the average processor does not. 22.6% of processors offer this.
  • Higher base clock
    This processor has a higher base clock than the average processor (8x3.6 GHz vs 4x3.4 GHz).
    8x3.6 GHz vs 4x3.4 GHz
  • 25.4% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.4/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.2 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▲ Better than 89% of models

    80%

    8.1

    Average grade

    20%

    9.9

    Popularity

    Grades by review (57)
    30 reviews: 10 with a printed score, 20 estimated from the review. 27 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.4 vs 6.7
  • Supports memory overclocking
    This processor supports memory overclocking, while the average processor does not. 43.9% of processors support memory overclocking.
  • 41.9% higher PassMark score
    This processor has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (16,278 vs 11,469). The average processor scores 11,469 in PassMark benchmark.
    16,278 vs 11,469
  • 25.4% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.4/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.2 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▲ Better than 89% of models

    80%

    8.1

    Average grade

    20%

    9.9

    Popularity

    Grades by review (57)
    30 reviews: 10 with a printed score, 20 estimated from the review. 27 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.4 vs 6.7
  • 25.0% higher sentiment score
    9.0 vs 7.2
  • 9.4% better value for money
    AMD Ryzen 7 1800X has better value for money than the average processor (7.97 vs 7.3).
    7.97 vs 7.29
  • Modern CPU socket
    This processor uses a more modern CPU socket than the average processor (AM4 vs FP5).
    AM4 vs FP5
  • Broader instruction support
    This processor supports a broader instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA, BMI1, BMI2, AMD-V vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA, AMD-V).
    MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA, BMI1, BMI2, AMD-V vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA, AMD-V
  • 4 more performance cores
    This processor has more performance cores than the average processor (8 vs 4). The average processor has 4 performance cores.
    8 vs 4
  • 8 more CPU threads
    This processor has more CPU threads than the average processor (16 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
    16 vs 8
  • Unlocked for overclocking
    This processor has an unlocked multiplier, while the average processor does not. 22.6% of processors offer this.
  • Higher base clock
    This processor has a higher base clock than the average processor (8x3.6 GHz vs 4x3.4 GHz).
    8x3.6 GHz vs 4x3.4 GHz
  • 41.9% higher PassMark score
    This processor has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (16,278 vs 11,469). The average processor scores 11,469 in PassMark benchmark.
    16,278 vs 11,469
  • 2 more CPU cores
    This processor has more CPU cores than the average processor (8 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
    8 vs 6
  • 27.9% better multi-core performance
    This processor has a higher multi-core performance than the average processor (3,587 vs 2,804.5). The average processor scores 2,804.5 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.
    3,587 vs 2,804.5
  • 2x larger L1 cache
    This processor has a higher L1 cache than the average processor (768 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.
    768 KB vs 384 KB
  • 77.8% larger L3 cache
    This processor has a higher L3 cache than the average processor (16 MB vs 9 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 9 MB.
    16 MB vs 9 MB
  • More advanced foundry
    This processor uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (GlobalFoundries 14 nm vs Intel 14 nm).
    GlobalFoundries 14 nm vs Intel 14 nm
  • 8 more PCIe lanes
    This processor has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (24 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
    16 usable lanes
    24 vs 16
  • Supports memory overclocking
    This processor supports memory overclocking, while the average processor does not. 43.9% of processors support memory overclocking.
  • 2x more memory capacity
    This processor has more maximum memory capacity than the average processor (128 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
    128 GB vs 64 GB
  • Supports ECC memory
    This processor supports ECC memory, while the average processor does not. 32% of processors support it.
  • 5 °C lower CPU temperature
    This processor has a lower CPU temperature than the average processor (95 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor runs at a CPU temperature of 100 °C.
    95 °C vs 100 °C
  • Less advanced microarchitecture
    This processor uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Summit Ridge vs Kaby Lake).
    Summit Ridge vs Kaby Lake
  • No configurable TDP
    This processor does not support configurable TDP, while the average processor does. 53.7% of processors support configurable TDP.
  • 25.5% lower single-core score
    This processor has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,143 vs 1,535). The average processor scores 1,535 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
    1,143 vs 1,535
  • 22.2% lower Cinebench R20 single-core score
    This processor has a lower Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (381 vs 490). The average processor scores 490 in Cinebench R20 single-core.
    381 vs 490
  • 2.11x higher base power
    This processor has a higher base power draw than the average processor (95 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
    95 W vs 45 W
  • Weaker security extensions
    This processor provides less advanced security extensions than the average processor (AES-NI, SHA, NX bit, Secure Processor, SME vs AES-NI, NX bit, Secure Key, TXT, OS Guard, Boot Guard, CET, MBEC, TME, TME-MK).
    AES-NI, SHA, NX bit, Secure Processor, SME vs AES-NI, NX bit, Secure Key, TXT, OS Guard, Boot Guard, CET, MBEC, TME, TME-MK
  • 9.1% lower boost clock
    This processor has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (4 GHz vs 4.4 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.4 GHz.
    4 GHz vs 4.4 GHz
  • 14.1% weaker single-core performance
    This processor has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (2,197 vs 2,558). The average processor scores 2,558 in PassMark single-core.
    2,197 vs 2,558
  • Weaker security extensions
    This processor provides less advanced security extensions than the average processor (AES-NI, SHA, NX bit, Secure Processor, SME vs AES-NI, NX bit, Secure Key, TXT, OS Guard, Boot Guard, CET, MBEC, TME, TME-MK).
    AES-NI, SHA, NX bit, Secure Processor, SME vs AES-NI, NX bit, Secure Key, TXT, OS Guard, Boot Guard, CET, MBEC, TME, TME-MK
  • 3 years older release date
    This processor has an older release date than the average processor (2017 vs 2020).
    February 2017
    2017 vs 2020
  • Older TPM support
    This processor supports an older TPM version than the average processor (fTPM 2 vs PTT 2).
    fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0
  • 25.5% lower single-core score
    This processor has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,143 vs 1,535). The average processor scores 1,535 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
    1,143 vs 1,535
  • 22.2% lower Cinebench R20 single-core score
    This processor has a lower Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (381 vs 490). The average processor scores 490 in Cinebench R20 single-core.
    381 vs 490
  • 9.1% lower boost clock
    This processor has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (4 GHz vs 4.4 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.4 GHz.
    4 GHz vs 4.4 GHz
  • 14.1% weaker single-core performance
    This processor has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (2,197 vs 2,558). The average processor scores 2,558 in PassMark single-core.
    2,197 vs 2,558
  • 41.4% slower Blender rendering
    This processor has a higher Blender BMW27 render time than the average processor (233.4 vs 398). The average processor needs 398.015 for the Blender BMW27 test.
    233.4 vs 398.015
  • Less advanced microarchitecture
    This processor uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Summit Ridge vs Kaby Lake).
    Summit Ridge vs Kaby Lake
  • 16.7% larger process node
    This processor has a higher process node than the average processor (14 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
    14 nm vs 12 nm
  • 20.3% larger die size
    This processor has a higher die size than the average processor (213 mm² vs 177 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 177 mm².
    213 mm² vs 177 mm²
  • Limited PCIe bifurcation
    This processor supports less flexible PCIe bifurcation than the average processor (x8/x8 vs x16, x8/x8, x4/x4/x4/x4).
    x8/x8 vs x16, x8/x8, x4/x4/x4/x4
  • 16.7% lower memory speed
    This processor has a lower maximum memory speed than the average processor (2,666 MHz vs 3,200 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 3,200 MHz.
    2,666 MHz vs 3,200 MHz
  • Lower JEDEC memory speed
    This processor has a lower JEDEC memory speed than the average processor (DDR4-2667 MHz vs DDR4-3200 MHz). The average processor supports JEDEC memory speed of DDR4-3200 MHz.
    DDR4-2,667 MHz vs DDR4-3,200 MHz
  • No integrated graphics
    This processor does not include integrated graphics, while the average processor does. 85.4% of processors include integrated graphics.
  • No configurable TDP
    This processor does not support configurable TDP, while the average processor does. 53.7% of processors support configurable TDP.
  • 2.11x higher base power
    This processor has a higher base power draw than the average processor (95 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
    95 W vs 45 W
  • 2.11x higher TDP
    This processor has a higher TDP than the average processor (95 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.
    95 W vs 45 W
  • 5 °C lower temperature limit
    This processor has a lower temperature limit than the average processor (95 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor can run up to 100 °C.
    95 °C vs 100 °C

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

7.0
Nexus Tech
≈ estimated
23/03/2025
Benchmark review · productivity, gaming and overclocking tests
Verdict
AMD Ryzen 7 1800X is a strong, efficient chip for productivity, but its gaming results and overclocking headroom disappoint.
7.0
RandomGaminginHD
≈ estimated
27/12/2019
Retrospective review · used-market value and comparisons
Verdict
AMD Ryzen 7 1800X is still pleasant at stock speeds and strongest for content creation, but it's best bought used rather than new.
7.0
DannyzReviews
≈ estimated
08/05/2018
RMA experience · replacement CPU stability and overclock tests
Verdict
AMD Ryzen 7 1800X replacement works well and overclocks better, though the original chip was defective.
9.0
Badinfos
≈ estimated
10/08/2017
Unboxing and assembly · review after two days of use
Verdict
AMD Ryzen 7 1800X is a strong buy, but get a separate cooler first, because it won't work without one.
9.0
DannyzReviews
≈ estimated
03/07/2017
Long-term review · 3 months of gaming and editing
Verdict
AMD Ryzen 7 1800X handles gaming and editing well out of the box, and overclocking a cheaper 1700 is a sound alternative.
8.0
The Tech Chap
≈ estimated
26/03/2017
Hands-on review · benchmarks and Intel comparison
Verdict
The AMD Ryzen 7 1800X is a strong all-round productivity chip that still handles gaming, though it is not the fastest and not cheap.
7.0
WccftechTV
≈ estimated
21/03/2017
Full review · productivity, gaming and core-disabling tests
Verdict
AMD Ryzen 7 1800X is a promising platform with strong multi-threaded performance, but it's a hard sell at its price.
7.0
Digital Foundry
≈ estimated
18/03/2017
Hands-on review · gaming, encoding and power tests
Verdict
The AMD Ryzen 7 1800X is not the best gaming CPU, but it offers strong value for productivity and multimedia work.
9.0
Game Tech Reviews
≈ estimated
08/03/2017
Daily-driver review · benchmarks, gaming and streaming tests
Verdict
AMD Ryzen 7 1800X is recommended for streamers, editors and multitaskers, and is a strong upgrade from older platforms.
9.5
MW Technology
≈ estimated
05/03/2017
Hands-on review · benchmarks versus an Intel 8-core chip
Verdict
AMD Ryzen 7 1800X matches a much pricier Intel chip in most tests, a strong buy for multi-core work.
9.5
TechyTalk
≈ estimated
03/03/2017
Hands-on review · performance, memory limits and value
Verdict
AMD Ryzen 7 1800X is the top performer you can buy right now, and good value at this price.
8.0
Toasty Bros
≈ estimated
02/03/2017
Benchmark comparison · Cinebench, HandBrake and Time Spy tests
Verdict
AMD Ryzen 7 1800X offers strong value and multi-core performance, but single-core speed lags Intel, and software optimization is still pending.
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6.0
pcper.com
≈ estimated
02/03/2017
Launch review · Benchmarks
Verdict
The AMD Ryzen 7 1800X has the same eight cores and 16 threads as Intel's i7-6900K, but trails Kaby Lake chips in single-threaded work.
8.0
itpro.com
✓ explicit
07/03/2017
Benchmark test · Workstation performance
Verdict
The AMD Ryzen 7 1800X handles heavy multi-core workstation work well, but its single-core speed trails some Intel chips.
8.0
digitalfoundry.net
≈ estimated
21/03/2017
Lab test · Gaming performance
Verdict
The AMD Ryzen 7 1800X trails Intel's Core i7 in most game frame rates but still does the job, suiting buyers who also need heavy non-gaming work.
9.0
techradar.com
✓ explicit
14/03/2017
Launch review · Desktop CPU
Verdict
The AMD Ryzen 7 1800X is a strong eight-core chip for multi-threaded work, though its overclocking is hit or miss and its temperatures are unusual.
9.0
digit.in
≈ estimated
01/08/2023
Benchmark review · Desktop CPU
Verdict
The AMD Ryzen 7 1800X is a strong eight-core chip that wins big in multi-threaded tests, while Intel keeps a small lead in single-threaded tasks.
9.0
uk.pcmag.com
✓ explicit
02/03/2017
Lab test · Gaming and workloads
Verdict
The AMD Ryzen 7 1800X excels at highly threaded work and matches Intel at 4K gaming, but trails Intel at 1080p and in single-core speed.
9.0
techadvisor.com
✓ explicit
15/03/2017
Expert review · Eight-core CPU
Verdict
The AMD Ryzen 7 1800X is a strong eight-core chip for apps that use many cores, though Intel still leads on single-core speed.
10
techpowerup.com
✓ explicit
17/03/2017
Power test · Desktop CPU
Verdict
The AMD Ryzen 7 1800X is efficient at stock speeds, drawing up to 30W less than the Intel Core i7-7700K in games, but overclocking raises power use.
9.0
techspot.com
✓ explicit
02/03/2017
Architecture overview · Launch platform
Verdict
The AMD Ryzen 7 1800X packs eight cores and 16 threads into a 95W chip for the new AM4 socket, but multi-GPU support and overclocking depend on the chipset.
9.0
chip.de
≈ estimated
02/03/2017
Lab test · Desktop processor
Verdict
The AMD Ryzen 7 1800X nearly matches Intel's Core i7-6900K with a 95W rating instead of 140W, but it has no built-in graphics.
9.0
heise.de
≈ estimated
02/03/2017
Lab test · High-end eight-core
Verdict
The Ryzen 7 1800X is a fast eight-core chip for rendering and video encoding, but it trails Intel in single-core speed and overclocking needs an X370 or B350 board.
9.0
connect-living.de
≈ estimated
14/03/2017
Lab tests · Desktop CPU
Verdict
The AMD Ryzen 7 1800X is a fast eight-core chip that beats the Core i7-6900K in CPU tests, though Intel leads in games for now.
7.0
tomshardware.fr
≈ estimated
02/03/2017
Lab test · Workstation software
Verdict
The AMD Ryzen 7 1800X is a strong all-rounder that excels in Blender and Handbrake, but some software tuned for Intel holds it back.
8.6
profesionalreview.com
✓ explicit
15/03/2017
Full review · Desktop CPU
Verdict
The AMD Ryzen 7 1800X suits people who work and play on one PC, running cool and efficiently, though gaming speed still needs work and no cooler is included.
9.0
masgamers.com
≈ estimated
06/03/2017
Benchmark tests · Eight-core CPU
Verdict
The AMD Ryzen 7 1800X handles multi-threaded work well and beats the Core i7-6900K in several tests, but many games use only four cores.
9.0
muycomputer.com
≈ estimated
09/03/2017
Benchmarks and overclock · CPU review
Verdict
The AMD Ryzen 7 1800X beats the Core i7-6900K in multi-threaded tests and overclocks to 4 GHz, but most games barely use its eight cores.
9.0
hwready.it
≈ estimated
19/10/2017
Hands-on test · Desktop CPU
Verdict
The AMD Ryzen 7 1800X is a powerful eight-core chip for heavy work and gaming, but high overclocks need a strong cooler and push temperatures up.
7.0
tomshw.it
≈ estimated
03/03/2017
Lab test · Gaming and workstations
Verdict
The AMD Ryzen 7 1800X excels at workstation and scientific software, but trails Intel's Core i7-7700K in most games and single-threaded work.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about AMD Ryzen 7 1800X

  • Exceptional multi-core performance for heavy workloads like video rendering and 3D modeling
  • Outstanding value for prosumers compared to significantly more expensive Intel enthusiast chips
  • Massive instructions per clock (IPC) improvement over previous AMD FX generations
  • Impressive thermal efficiency and power consumption for an 8-core processor
  • Unlocked multipliers on a long-term AM4 platform supporting future upgrades
  • Excellent multitasking capabilities, allowing for background tasks like streaming while gaming

What customers don't like about AMD Ryzen 7 1800X

  • Gaming performance and single-core speeds often lag behind cheaper Intel Kaby Lake processors
  • Lacks integrated graphics, requiring a discrete graphics card for any display output
  • Limited overclocking headroom with most chips struggling to exceed 4.0-4.1 GHz stably
  • Early adoption issues included buggy BIOS, motherboard immaturity, and memory compatibility hurdles
  • Performance in certain games can be inconsistent due to lack of optimization for the new Zen architecture
  • Requires high-performance Windows power profiles and specific settings (like disabling SMT in some games) for optimal results

Verdict

The AMD Ryzen 7 1800X is a high-end desktop processor based on the 14nm Zen architecture, featuring 8 physical cores and 16 threads with a 3.6 GHz base clock and a 4.0 GHz boost clock. It includes an Extended Frequency Range (XFR) that can push single-core speeds to 4.1 GHz under optimal cooling, alongside 20MB of total cache (16MB L3 and 4MB L2) and a 95W TDP. Its primary strengths are exceptional multi-threaded performance for professional tasks like video rendering and 3D modelling, an unlocked multiplier for easy overclocking, and a highly competitive price compared to contemporary rival enthusiast chips. However, its main drawbacks include slightly lower single-core IPC and gaming performance compared to same-generation high-end Intel competitors, and a lack of integrated graphics, requiring a dedicated GPU.

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