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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£600
  • Avg. price in US: ~$410
  • PassMark benchmark result: 7444
  • N. of physical cores: 4
  • CPU boost clock speed: 4.0 GHz

AMD Ryzen 7 3780U review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

4.3

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%

4.3

Technical Score

10.0%

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User score

Poor
4.3

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%

3.5

Performance

18.0%

4.3

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

4.9

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

7.4

Power & Thermal

4.0%

7.7

Platform

1.0%

7.9

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%

?

Popularity

  • 2.8
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    2.9

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    2.3

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    4.6

    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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Best prices in UK

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Verdict

The AMD Ryzen 7 3780U is a semi-custom mobile processor based on the 12nm Zen+ architecture, specifically designed for the Microsoft Surface Laptop 3. This quad-core, eight-thread SoC features a base clock of 2.3 GHz and a boost clock of up to 4.0 GHz, operating within a 15W TDP. Its standout characteristic is the integrated Radeon RX Vega 11 graphics, which provides 11 compute units compared to the standard 10 found in the similar Ryzen 7 3700U. Pros include decent multi-core performance for thin laptops and enhanced integrated graphics for its time, though cons include limited overclocking due to a locked multiplier and aging architecture that now struggles with modern AAA gaming and intensive professional workloads.

Technical Specifications of processor AMD Ryzen 7 3780U

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%

?

Performance

18.0%

?

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

?

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

?

Power & Thermal

4.0%

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Platform

1.0%

?

Integrated Graphics

4.3
AMD Ryzen 7 3780U has a technical score of 4.3 points, which is lower than that of 71.3% 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 7 3780U 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%

4.3

Overall score

40.0%

7.4

Price

5.2
AMD Ryzen 7 3780U has a quality-to-price ratio of 5.2 points, which is lower than 93.9% 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 7 3780U 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 7 3780U 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

N/A
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 7 3780U 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 7 3780U 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 7 3780U 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 7 3780U 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

4.0 GHz
AMD Ryzen 7 3780U reaches a boost clock of 4.0 GHz which is lower than that of 59.8% of processors and equal to that of 5% 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 2.3 GHz
AMD Ryzen 7 3780U has a base clock of 4x2.3 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 7 3780U 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 7 3780U 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 7 3780U 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 7 3780U 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 7 3780U 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 7 3780U 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 7 3780U 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 7 3780U 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

32 GB
AMD Ryzen 7 3780U supports up to 32 GB of memory, which is less than 71.9% of processors and equal to 19.5% 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

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AMD Ryzen 7 3780U 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 11
AMD Ryzen 7 3780U uses the Radeon Vega 11 integrated GPU, which is more advanced than that in 76.9% of processors and equal to that in 0.7% 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

11
AMD Ryzen 7 3780U has 11 GPU execution units, which is fewer than 72.1% of processors and equal to 0.6% 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 7 3780U 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 7 3780U 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 7 3780U 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

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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

N/A
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 7 3780U supports configurable TDP. 52.9% of processors support configurable TDP.
cTDP: 12-35 W
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AMD Ryzen 7 3780U vs the average processor

  • 66.7% lower base power
    AMD Ryzen 7 3780U 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 7 3780U 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 7 3780U 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 7 3780U 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
  • 66.7% lower TDP
    AMD Ryzen 7 3780U 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 7 3780U 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 7 3780U 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 7 3780U uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (GlobalFoundries 12 nm vs Intel 14 nm).GlobalFoundries 12 nm vs Intel 14 nm
  • 1 more supported displays
    AMD Ryzen 7 3780U has more supported displays than the average processor (4 vs 3). The average processor supports 3 displays.
    What it is: The maximum number of displays the processor can drive at once.
    When it matters: When you plan a multi-monitor setup with integrated graphics.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: 4

    AMD Ryzen 7 3780U has more supported displays than the average processor (4 vs 3). The average processor supports 3 displays.4 vs 3
  • Better integrated GPU
    AMD Ryzen 7 3780U uses a better integrated GPU than the average processor (Radeon Vega 11 vs Intel UHD Graphics 630).
    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

    AMD Ryzen 7 3780U uses a better integrated GPU than the average processor (Radeon Vega 11 vs Intel UHD Graphics 630).Radeon Vega 11 vs Intel UHD Graphics 630
  • More advanced foundry
    AMD Ryzen 7 3780U uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (GlobalFoundries 12 nm vs Intel 14 nm).
  • Better integrated GPU
    AMD Ryzen 7 3780U uses a better integrated GPU than the average processor (Radeon Vega 11 vs Intel UHD Graphics 630).
  • 1 more supported displays
    AMD Ryzen 7 3780U has more supported displays than the average processor (4 vs 3). The average processor supports 3 displays.
  • 66.7% lower base power
    AMD Ryzen 7 3780U 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 7 3780U has a higher TJ Max than the average processor (105 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor has a TJ Max of 100 °C.
  • 66.7% lower TDP
    AMD Ryzen 7 3780U 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
Integrated Graphics
Power & Thermal
  • Older TPM support
    AMD Ryzen 7 3780U supports an older TPM version than the average processor (fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0).
  • 42.8% lower single-core score
    AMD Ryzen 7 3780U has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (841 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
  • 82.5% lower multi-core score
    AMD Ryzen 7 3780U has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (841 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
  • 40.1% lower Cinebench R20 single-core score
    AMD Ryzen 7 3780U has a lower Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (290 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.
  • 21.3% weaker single-core performance
    AMD Ryzen 7 3780U has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (1,955 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • 2 fewer CPU cores
    AMD Ryzen 7 3780U has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (4 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
  • 7% lower boost clock
    AMD Ryzen 7 3780U has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (4 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
  • 50% lower bus transfer rate
    AMD Ryzen 7 3780U has a lower bus transfer rate than the average processor (4 GT/s vs 8 GT/s). The average processor offers bus transfer rate of 8 GT/s.
  • 29.3% lower PassMark score
    AMD Ryzen 7 3780U has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (7,444 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
  • 41.7% less L3 per core
    AMD Ryzen 7 3780U 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 7 3780U uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Picasso vs Kaby Lake).
  • 50% smaller L3 cache
    AMD Ryzen 7 3780U 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 7 3780U 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 7 3780U 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.
  • 50% less memory capacity
    AMD Ryzen 7 3780U has fewer maximum memory capacity than the average processor (32 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
  • 18.2% lower memory speed
    AMD Ryzen 7 3780U 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 7 3780U 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 7 3780U 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)).
  • 54.2% fewer GPU execution units
    AMD Ryzen 7 3780U has fewer GPU execution units than the average processor (11 vs 24). The average processor has 24 GPU execution units.
  • 5 °C higher CPU temperature
    AMD Ryzen 7 3780U 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.
  • 42.8% lower single-core score
    AMD Ryzen 7 3780U has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (841 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 7 3780U has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (841 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.841 vs 1,471
  • 82.5% lower multi-core score
    AMD Ryzen 7 3780U has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (841 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 7 3780U has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (841 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.841 vs 4,793
  • 40.1% lower Cinebench R20 single-core score
    AMD Ryzen 7 3780U has a lower Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (290 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 7 3780U has a lower Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (290 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.290 vs 484
  • 21.3% weaker single-core performance
    AMD Ryzen 7 3780U has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (1,955 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 7 3780U has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (1,955 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.1,955 vs 2,483
  • 41.7% less L3 per core
    AMD Ryzen 7 3780U 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 7 3780U 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 7 3780U 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 7 3780U has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (4 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.4 vs 6
  • Less advanced microarchitecture
    AMD Ryzen 7 3780U uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Picasso vs Kaby Lake).
    What it is: The internal core-design codename used for this processor generation.
    When it matters: When you are comparing CPUs at a deeper design level and want to identify the exact architecture behind marketing names.

    Importance: LOW

    AMD Ryzen 7 3780U uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Picasso vs Kaby Lake).Picasso vs Kaby Lake
  • 7% lower boost clock
    AMD Ryzen 7 3780U has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (4 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 7 3780U has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (4 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.4.0 GHz vs 4.3 GHz
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What customers like about AMD Ryzen 7 3780U?

  • Integrated Radeon RX Vega 11 graphics offer a significant performance boost over standard mobile integrated GPUs of its era.
  • Strong multi-threaded performance, making it highly capable for multitasking and everyday productivity tasks.
  • The 12nm 'Zen+' architecture allows for efficient 'burst' clock speeds up to 4.0 GHz for demanding workloads.
  • Generally operates silently under normal office loads with minimal fan noise.
  • Provides a premium experience in slim form factors like the Surface Laptop 3, comparable to high-end competitors.

What customers dislike about AMD Ryzen 7 3780U?

  • Battery life is often reported as disappointing or 'acceptable but not great' compared to Intel-based counterparts of the same generation.
  • Single-core performance trails behind contemporary Intel Core i7 processors.
  • Heat management can be an issue under heavy load, such as gaming or intensive rendering, leading to noticeable fan noise.
  • Limited for gaming; it is only suitable for light or older titles (e.g., CS:GO) despite the upgraded graphics.
  • Some users reported persistent Wi-Fi connectivity issues specifically associated with the Surface Laptop 3 configuration using this chip.

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The 15-inch Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 is a sleek, premium device featuring a spacious 3:2 display, comfortable keyboard, and a modular SSD. Pros include its portable design, excellent productivity screen, and improved connectivity with a USB-C port, although it lacks Thunderbolt 3. However, performance with consumer AMD Ryzen processors falls behind the Intel-based 13-inch model,...Read more

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The Medium review of the 15-inch Surface Laptop 3 with the custom AMD Ryzen 7 3780U Microsoft Surface Edition highlights its premium design and superior Radeon RX Vega 11 graphics compared to Intel alternatives. Key advantages include the high-resolution 3:2 PixelSense display, the addition of USB-C, and fast charging capabilities. However, the review details several cons, including...Read more

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The AMD Ryzen 7 3780U, a 12nm Zen+ "Picasso" chip introduced in late 2019 for the Microsoft Surface Laptop 3, offers 4 cores, 8 threads, and a 2.3 GHz base clock with 4.0 GHz boost. Its primary advantage is the Radeon RX Vega 11 integrated GPU, providing roughly 15-18% better graphical performance than the standard Vega 10, enabling capable productivity and light gaming. While...Read more

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The AMD Ryzen 7 3780U Microsoft Surface Edition is a customized 12nm Zen+ quad-core processor designed for the 15-inch Surface Laptop 3, featuring a "hybrid-turbo" boost up to 4.0 GHz and an enhanced Radeon RX Vega 11 GPU. Benchmarks indicate superior graphical performance compared to standard integrated solutions of its time, excelling in 3DMark and light gaming while providing...Read more

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The Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 is highlighted as a premium device featuring exceptional build quality, available in both all-aluminum and comfortable Alcantara finishes, paired with a high-resolution 3:2 PixelSense display. Key performance strengths include a top-tier keyboard, a responsive glass trackpad, and efficient, quiet performance from 10th-gen Intel or AMD processors....Read more

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The 15-inch Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 is a premium, lightweight ultrabook featuring a high-quality aluminum design and a superior 3:2 PixelSense touchscreen designed for productivity. While offering excellent portability and input devices, the machine is held back by underwhelming performance from its custom AMD Ryzen processors and a lack of Thunderbolt 3 or Wi-Fi 6 support. The...Read more

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Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 15-inch Review – Intel Core i7 vs. AMD Ryzen 7

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The Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 15-inch (AMD Ryzen) boasts exceptional build quality with an all-aluminum chassis, featuring a high-quality 3:2 PixelSense display and a superior keyboard. However, the custom AMD processor, while efficient for basic tasks, lacks the performance of Intel counterparts in demanding workloads and provides limited connectivity. Furthermore, the battery...Read more

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The Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 15-inch, highlighted by TechRadar, offers a premium build, a sharp 3:2 PixelSense display, and a comfortable typing experience, though the design is criticized for not maximizing the larger chassis with smaller bezels. Performance on the custom AMD Ryzen chip is capable of handling daily tasks with exceptional battery life, yet it falls short of...Read more

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26/06/2020
Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 (15) review | LaptopMedia

The Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 (15-inch) features a premium, lightweight aluminum chassis and a standout 3:2 PixelSense display, which is ideal for productivity due to its high color accuracy and viewing angles. While the custom AMD Ryzen processor provides solid performance and the input devices are industry-leading, the device suffers from limited port selection (no Thunderbolt 3)...Read more

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tg24.sky.it
05/07/2020
Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Review

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03/11/2019
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notebookcheck.nl
01/12/2019
Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 15-inch Ryzen 7 Review: Now also a size larger

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08/11/2019
Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Review - Small with Intel or larger with AMD CPU

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The refurbished 15-inch Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 (Ryzen 7 3780U) is a premium, ultra-slim productivity machine featuring a durable all-aluminum chassis, a high-quality 3:2 PixelSense touchscreen, and an exceptional keyboard. Its custom AMD processor and Vega 11 graphics are optimized for daily tasks and light, casual gaming. However, the device often falls short in battery...Read more

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