AMD Ryzen 7 4800H Review | 78 Data compared

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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£160
  • Avg. price in US: ~$100
  • PassMark benchmark result: 17963
  • N. of physical cores: 8
  • CPU boost clock speed: 4.2 GHz

AMD Ryzen 7 4800H review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

4.9

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%

4.9

Technical Score

10.0%

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User score

Poor
4.9

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%

4.2

Performance

18.0%

5.7

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

5.5

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

6.7

Power & Thermal

4.0%

8.1

Platform

1.0%

7.1

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

  • 4.0
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    4.4

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    4.2

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    5.2

    CPU boost clock speed

    17.0%

    2.1

    L3 cache

    8.0%

    3.5

    N. of physical cores

  • 3.4
    Video editing

    Score components:

    45.0%

    2.9

    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    3.5

    N. of physical cores

    20.0%

    5.2

    CPU threads

    15.0%

    2.1

    L3 cache

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Best prices in UK

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Verdict

The AMD Ryzen 7 4800H is a high-performance mobile processor based on the 7nm Zen 2 'Renoir' architecture, featuring 8 cores and 16 threads with a 2.9 GHz base clock and a max boost of up to 4.2 GHz. Designed for gaming and creator laptops, it operates at a 45W default TDP and includes an integrated Radeon RX Vega 7 GPU with 7 compute units clocked up to 1600 MHz, while supporting dual-channel DDR4-3200 or LPDDR4-4266 memory and 12MB of combined cache (4MB L2, 8MB L3). Its main pros include exceptional multi-threaded performance that rivalled contemporary desktop CPUs, high power efficiency due to the 7nm process, and a significant performance lead in productivity tasks like video encoding and code compilation. However, its primary cons are its lack of an unlocked multiplier for overclocking, the absence of PCIe 4.0 support (limited to PCIe 3.0), and a tendency to run hot in thinner laptop chassis under sustained heavy loads.

Technical Specifications of processor AMD Ryzen 7 4800H

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

4.9
AMD Ryzen 7 4800H has a technical score of 4.95 points, which is lower than that of 55% 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 4800H 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%

4.9

Overall score

40.0%

9.7

Price

6.4
AMD Ryzen 7 4800H has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.4 points, which is higher than 49.1% 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 4800H 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

FP6
AMD Ryzen 7 4800H uses the FP6 CPU socket, which is older than that of 51.9% of processors and equal to that of 4.4% 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 4800H 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+

8
AMD Ryzen 7 4800H has 8 CPU cores, which is more than 63.4% of processors and equal to 13.6% 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+

16
AMD Ryzen 7 4800H offers 16 CPU threads, which is more than 71.1% of processors and equal to 13.9% 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 4800H 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

4.2 GHz
AMD Ryzen 7 4800H reaches a boost clock of 4.2 GHz which is lower than that of 51.9% of processors and equal to that of 4.3% 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

8 x 2.9 GHz
AMD Ryzen 7 4800H has a base clock of 8x2.9 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

7 nm
AMD Ryzen 7 4800H uses a 7 nm process node, which is more advanced than that of 71.5% of processors and equal to that of 10.9% 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

TSMC 7 nm
AMD Ryzen 7 4800H is built on the TSMC 7 nm foundry process, which is more advanced than that of 56.7% of processors and equal to that of 9.4% 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

8 MB
AMD Ryzen 7 4800H has an L3 cache of 8 MB which is larger than that of 39.7% of processors and equal to that of 11.8% 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

4 MB
AMD Ryzen 7 4800H has an L2 cache of 4 MB which is larger than that of 55.1% of processors and equal to that of 9.2% 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

512 KB
AMD Ryzen 7 4800H has an L1 cache of 512 KB which is larger than that of 63.6% of processors and equal to that of 9.5% 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/LPDDR4
AMD Ryzen 7 4800H supports DDR DDR4/LPDDR4, which is newer than that of 60.5% of processors and equal to that of 2.6% 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

4,266 MHz
AMD Ryzen 7 4800H supports memory speeds up to 4266 MHz, which is higher than that of 61.2% of processors and equal to 2.5% 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

LPDDR4-4266 MHz
AMD Ryzen 7 4800H supports JEDEC memory speeds up to LPDDR4-4266 MHz, which is higher than that of 61.3% of processors and equal to 2% 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 7 4800H 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 7 4800H includes integrated graphics. 87.6% of processors include integrated graphics.
Radeon Vega 7
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 7
AMD Ryzen 7 4800H uses the Radeon Vega 7 integrated GPU, which is more advanced than that in 70.7% of processors and equal to that in 2.1% 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

7
AMD Ryzen 7 4800H has 7 GPU execution units, which is fewer than 81.3% of processors and equal to 2.4% 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

300 MHz
AMD Ryzen 7 4800H has an integrated GPU clock of 300 MHz which is lower than that of 57% of processors and equal to that of 38.7% of processors.
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 4800H 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

45 W
AMD Ryzen 7 4800H has a TDP of 45 W which is lower than that of 39.9% of processors and equal to that of 11.4% 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

45 W
AMD Ryzen 7 4800H has a base power of 45 W which is lower than that of 39.7% of processors and equal to that of 11.6% 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 4800H supports configurable TDP. 52.9% of processors support configurable TDP.
cTDP: 35-54 W
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AMD Ryzen 7 4800H vs the average processor

  • 8 more CPU threads
    AMD Ryzen 7 4800H has more CPU threads than the average processor (16 vs 8). The average processor has 8 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+

    AMD Ryzen 7 4800H has more CPU threads than the average processor (16 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.16 vs 8
  • 41.7% smaller process node
    AMD Ryzen 7 4800H has a lower process node than the average processor (7 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
    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

    AMD Ryzen 7 4800H has a lower process node than the average processor (7 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.7 nm vs 12 nm
  • 5 °C higher TJ Max
    AMD Ryzen 7 4800H 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 4800H 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
  • 38.2% better multi-core performance
    AMD Ryzen 7 4800H has a higher multi-core performance than the average processor (3,847 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 7 4800H has a higher multi-core performance than the average processor (3,847 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.3,847 vs 2,783
  • 70.5% higher PassMark score
    AMD Ryzen 7 4800H has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (17,963 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
    What it is: A benchmark score that gives a broad idea of overall processor performance.
    When it matters: When you want a quick overall performance comparison.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >19000

    AMD Ryzen 7 4800H has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (17,963 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.17,963 vs 10,532.5
  • 2 more CPU cores
    AMD Ryzen 7 4800H has more CPU cores than the average processor (8 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 4800H has more CPU cores than the average processor (8 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.8 vs 6
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    AMD Ryzen 7 4800H uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Renoir 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 4800H uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Renoir vs Kaby Lake).Renoir vs Kaby Lake
  • 49.1% higher memory bandwidth
    AMD Ryzen 7 4800H has a higher memory bandwidth than the average processor (68.3 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s). The average processor offers memory bandwidth of 45.8 GB/s.
    What it is: The maximum theoretical memory bandwidth the processor can support.
    When it matters: When memory-heavy workloads matter to you.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >75 GB/s

    AMD Ryzen 7 4800H has a higher memory bandwidth than the average processor (68.3 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s). The average processor offers memory bandwidth of 45.8 GB/s.68.3 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s
  • 8 more CPU threads
    AMD Ryzen 7 4800H has more CPU threads than the average processor (16 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
  • 70.5% higher PassMark score
    AMD Ryzen 7 4800H has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (17,963 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
  • 38.2% better multi-core performance
    AMD Ryzen 7 4800H has a higher multi-core performance than the average processor (3,847 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.
  • 2 more CPU cores
    AMD Ryzen 7 4800H has more CPU cores than the average processor (8 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
  • 41.7% smaller process node
    AMD Ryzen 7 4800H has a lower process node than the average processor (7 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    AMD Ryzen 7 4800H uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Renoir vs Kaby Lake).
  • More advanced foundry
    AMD Ryzen 7 4800H uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (TSMC 7 nm vs Intel 14 nm).
  • 12.4% smaller die size
    AMD Ryzen 7 4800H has a lower die size than the average processor (156 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
  • 60% larger L2 cache
    AMD Ryzen 7 4800H has a higher L2 cache than the average processor (4 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.
  • 33.3% larger L1 cache
    AMD Ryzen 7 4800H has a higher L1 cache than the average processor (512 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.
  • 49.1% higher memory bandwidth
    AMD Ryzen 7 4800H has a higher memory bandwidth than the average processor (68.3 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s). The average processor offers memory bandwidth of 45.8 GB/s.
  • Newer DDR support
    AMD Ryzen 7 4800H supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR4/LPDDR4 vs DDR4).
  • 45.4% higher memory speed
    AMD Ryzen 7 4800H has a higher maximum memory speed than the average processor (4,266 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.
  • 1 more supported displays
    AMD Ryzen 7 4800H has more supported displays than the average processor (4 vs 3). The average processor supports 3 displays.
  • 5 °C higher TJ Max
    AMD Ryzen 7 4800H has a higher TJ Max than the average processor (105 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor has a TJ Max of 100 °C.
  • Older TPM support
    AMD Ryzen 7 4800H supports an older TPM version than the average processor (fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0).
  • 37.4% slower Blender rendering
    AMD Ryzen 7 4800H has a higher Blender BMW27 render time than the average processor (207.8 vs 331.88). The average processor needs 331.88 for the Blender BMW27 test.
  • 19.4% slower classroom rendering
    AMD Ryzen 7 4800H has a higher Blender Classroom render time than the average processor (638 vs 791.745). The average processor needs 791.745 for the Blender Classroom test.
  • 2.3% lower boost clock
    AMD Ryzen 7 4800H has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (4.2 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
  • 41.7% less L3 per core
    AMD Ryzen 7 4800H 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.
  • 70.8% fewer GPU execution units
    AMD Ryzen 7 4800H has fewer GPU execution units than the average processor (7 vs 24). The average processor has 24 GPU execution units.
  • Narrower media codec support
    AMD Ryzen 7 4800H 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)).
  • 5 °C higher CPU temperature
    AMD Ryzen 7 4800H 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.
  • 37.4% slower Blender rendering
    AMD Ryzen 7 4800H has a higher Blender BMW27 render time than the average processor (207.8 vs 331.88). The average processor needs 331.88 for the Blender BMW27 test.
    What it is: A Blender render result based on the BMW27 scene, used to show how quickly the processor can finish a heavy 3D rendering task.
    When it matters: When rendering speed matters for 3D work, content creation, or other workloads that behave like long multi-core renders.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >290

    AMD Ryzen 7 4800H has a higher Blender BMW27 render time than the average processor (207.8 vs 331.88). The average processor needs 331.88 for the Blender BMW27 test.207.84 vs 331.88
  • 41.7% less L3 per core
    AMD Ryzen 7 4800H 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 4800H 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
  • 5 °C higher CPU temperature
    AMD Ryzen 7 4800H 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.
    What it is: The reported operating temperature of the processor.
    When it matters: When you monitor thermals, cooling, or system stability.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: <100 °C

    AMD Ryzen 7 4800H 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.105 °C vs 100 °C
  • Narrower media codec support
    AMD Ryzen 7 4800H 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)).
    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

    AMD Ryzen 7 4800H 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)).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)
  • 70.8% fewer GPU execution units
    AMD Ryzen 7 4800H has fewer GPU execution units than the average processor (7 vs 24). The average processor has 24 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

    AMD Ryzen 7 4800H has fewer GPU execution units than the average processor (7 vs 24). The average processor has 24 GPU execution units.7 vs 24
  • 19.4% slower classroom rendering
    AMD Ryzen 7 4800H has a higher Blender Classroom render time than the average processor (638 vs 791.745). The average processor needs 791.745 for the Blender Classroom test.
    What it is: A Blender render result based on the Classroom scene, used to show how quickly the processor can complete a demanding rendering workload.
    When it matters: When rendering speed matters for 3D work, content creation, or other workloads that behave like long multi-core renders.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >1500

    AMD Ryzen 7 4800H has a higher Blender Classroom render time than the average processor (638 vs 791.745). The average processor needs 791.745 for the Blender Classroom test.637.97 vs 791.745
  • Older TPM support
    AMD Ryzen 7 4800H supports an older TPM version than the average processor (fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0).
    What it is: The kind of TPM security support associated with the processor or its platform.
    When it matters: When operating-system requirements, device encryption, enterprise security, or platform trust features matter.

    Importance: LOW

    AMD Ryzen 7 4800H supports an older TPM version than the average processor (fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0).fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0
  • 2.3% lower boost clock
    AMD Ryzen 7 4800H has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (4.2 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 4800H has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (4.2 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.4.2 GHz vs 4.3 GHz

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What customers like about AMD Ryzen 7 4800H?

  • Exceptional multi-core performance for productivity tasks like video editing, 3D rendering, and code compilation
  • Highly power-efficient 7nm architecture providing better performance-per-watt than many contemporary competitors
  • Excellent value for money, often outperforming more expensive Intel i7 and i9 mobile chips in multithreaded workloads
  • Strong future-proofing with 8 cores and 16 threads, likely to remain relevant for several years of standard use
  • Generally runs cooler and with less thermal throttling compared to similar high-performance Intel laptop processors

What customers dislike about AMD Ryzen 7 4800H?

  • Lower single-core performance compared to some Intel 10th Gen and newer Ryzen generations, which can affect frame rates in certain games
  • Laptops featuring this CPU often lacked Thunderbolt 3 support during its release cycle
  • In many laptop designs, the processor can still reach high temperatures (up to 100°C) under heavy sustained gaming loads
  • Frequently paired with mid-range GPUs (like the RTX 2060), which may bottleneck the CPU's high potential in high-end gaming
  • No support for overclocking due to its locked multiplier

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ultrabookreview.com
10/06/2025

An UltrabookReview.com analysis positions the AMD Ryzen 7 4800H as a superior, highly efficient alternative to the Intel Core i7-9750H, delivering roughly 1.3x faster multi-threaded performance with 8 cores. While the 4800H dominates in content creation and productivity due to superior multi-core muscle and faster memory support, a key limitation at the time was its restriction to...Read more

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ultrabookreview.com
01/04/2020

The AMD Ryzen 7 4800H, reviewed on UltrabookReview, represents a significant generational leap that challenges Intel's high-performance laptop dominance with 8-core, 16-thread efficiency, performing up to 2.5x better than previous-gen chips in multi-threaded tasks. Benchmarks show the 4800H, tested in Asus TUF laptops, operating at a stable 45W and outperforming i7-9750H processors,...Read more

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techspot.com
26/04/2020

The AMD Ryzen 7 4800H, reviewed by TechSpot, is a 7nm Zen 2 mobile processor that redefined laptop performance, offering 8-core/16-thread efficiency in a 45W package that significantly outperforms Intel competitors. The CPU boasts immense multi-threaded advantages, rendering it up to 70% faster in creative tasks like Blender and Cinebench compared to the Core i7-9750H. While...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
22/07/2021

The AMD Ryzen 7 4800H, based on the 7nm Zen 2 architecture, is a high-performance 8-core/16-thread mobile processor that redefined laptop productivity by dominating previous-generation competitors. It is designed for heavy-duty tasks like 3D rendering and video editing, offering a 2.9 GHz base clock with boost capacity up to 4.2 GHz. Key pros highlighted by LaptopMedia include...Read more

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notebookcheck.net
30/05/2020

NotebookCheck analysis indicates that laptops equipped with the AMD Ryzen 7 4800H consistently outperform Intel Core i7-10875H and i9-10980HK counterparts in multi-threaded tasks, averaging 15% higher CineBench scores and significantly faster rendering times. While the Ryzen chip offers superior performance and efficiency due to its 7 nm process, a "catch" remains in Intel's roughly...Read more

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computerbase.de
11/11/2020

The ComputerBase community benchmark article highlights how Cinebench R23 updates Cinema 4D rendering tests to support modern hardware, including native Apple M1 silicon, utilizing updated compilers for improved accuracy. A primary advantage is the 10-minute mandatory stability test, which effectively reveals thermal throttling by measuring sustained, rather than peak, performance....Read more

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computerbase.de
24/08/2020

The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (2020) is a 17.3-inch budget laptop highlighting AMD’s Ryzen 4000H "Renoir" processors, specifically pairing the efficient Ryzen 7 4800H with an Nvidia GeForce GTX 1660 Ti for solid 1080p gaming performance. Key advantages include exceptional battery life from its 90Wh unit and robust, MIL-STD-810H certified construction despite a plastic chassis. However,...Read more

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tomsguide.fr
10/06/2020

The Tom's Guide review of the Asus TUF Gaming A15 (TUF566IV-AL155T) highlights a high-performance, durable, and affordable gaming laptop powered by the AMD Ryzen 7 4800H and NVIDIA RTX 2060, capable of solid 60 FPS performance in demanding games. Key advantages include its rugged MIL-STD-810H design, excellent upgradeability with two RAM slots and an extra M.2 slot, and a...Read more

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clubic.com
11/03/2021

The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 is a high-value laptop featuring strong AMD Ryzen and NVIDIA RTX performance alongside a large 90Wh battery, prioritizing raw power and longevity. While durable with MIL-STD-810H certification, the plastic chassis feels less premium, and the 144Hz screen suffers from low brightness and poor color accuracy. Despite noisy fans under load, the laptop offers...Read more

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frandroid.com
26/06/2020

The Asus TUF Gaming A15 (FA506IV) is a mid-range laptop leveraging the Ryzen 7 4800H and RTX 2060 to offer high performance, including a 144 Hz display and easy internal upgrades, at a competitive price. While it excels in gaming fluidity, the machine compromises on quality with a poorly calibrated screen lacking color accuracy and an excessively loud cooling system under load....Read more

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elchapuzasinformatico.com
28/04/2020

The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FX506) features an AMD Ryzen 7 4800H and Nvidia RTX 2060, delivering high performance and military-grade durability at a competitive price point, according to. Pros include strong multi-core performance, 3200 MHz RAM support, and extensive upgrade options via dual M.2 slots and a 2.5-inch bay. However, the review highlights significant drawbacks regarding a...Read more

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geeknetic.es
23/06/2020

The Geeknetic review of the ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA506IV) highlights it as a price-to-performance leader, powered by the high-performance AMD Ryzen 7 4800H processor and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060, making it excellent for gaming and multitasking. The laptop is praised for its MIL-STD-810H durability, solid build, and extensive internal upgrade options, including dual RAM slots and...Read more

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hardzone.es
18/03/2020

The HardZone review positions the AMD Ryzen 7 4800H as a superior, efficient alternative to the Intel Core i9-9980HK, matching its performance while consuming less power, according to tests. While AMD wins in multi-core tasks due to its 7nm architecture, the i9-9980HK maintains an edge in single-core speeds and gaming benchmarks, notes the review. Ultimately, the 4800H is...Read more

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ct.nl
25/09/2020

The C't review of the MSI Bravo 15 highlights an all-AMD gaming laptop featuring a Ryzen 7 4800H processor and Radeon RX 5500M graphics, offering capable performance and portability at a competitive price point. Key advantages include a 120Hz display with AMD FreeSync for smooth visuals, a relatively lightweight design under 2kg, and an understated aesthetic. Conversely, the laptop...Read more

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notebookcheck.nl
02/01/2021

The Notebookcheck review of the HP Omen 15-en0003ng highlights a high-performance, understated gaming laptop driven by the AMD Ryzen 7 4800H processor and NVIDIA RTX 2060 GPU, featuring a 144Hz display. Key pros include an excellent price-to-performance ratio, a robust cooling system, and a versatile port selection with Mini DisplayPort and SD card support. Cons focus on short...Read more

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id.nl
05/02/2021

The Huawei MateBook 14 (2020) AMD is recognized as a high-performance, value-driven ultraportable featuring a premium aluminum chassis and a productive 3:2 2K FullView display. Pros include powerful AMD Ryzen 4000H-series processors, solid battery life, and versatile port selection, making it a strong performer in its category. However, notable cons consist of the awkward,...Read more

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notebookcheck.nl
08/07/2020

The MSI Bravo 17 is highlighted as a budget-friendly "All-AMD" gaming laptop featuring the powerful Ryzen 7 4800H CPU, which excels in multi-threaded tasks compared to competitors, paired with a competent Radeon RX 5500M GPU. While offering a well-built chassis with brushed aluminum and a relatively light 17-inch form factor, the device is held back by a dim, color-inaccurate...Read more

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hardware.info
20/04/2020

a little longer The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 is highlighted as a revolutionary 14-inch gaming laptop, featuring a powerful AMD Ryzen 9 4900HS processor that delivers class-leading performance in a compact, 1.6kg chassis. Notable pros include exceptional CPU power, long battery life for a gaming device, and a high-quality 120Hz display. However, the compact design presents cons,...Read more

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tweakers.net
30/03/2020

The AMD Ryzen 4000 "Renoir" series, specifically the Ryzen 7 4800H and Ryzen 9 4900HS, ends Intel's high-performance mobile dominance using 7nm Zen 2 technology to deliver superior 8-core performance. The 4900HS is particularly noted for its 35W efficiency, ideal for thin, high-end laptops, while the 4800H shows up to 67% faster multi-core performance in benchmarks like Cinebench...Read more

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hardware.info
09/05/2020

The MSI Bravo 17 is an all-AMD gaming laptop featuring a 17.3-inch chassis, with a 144Hz IPS-level display and AMD FreeSync serving as key pros for smooth, tear-free gaming. However, the display suffers from mediocre brightness (around 240-250 nits) and limited sRGB color coverage, which are notable cons for color-accurate work. The laptop includes a comfortable, full-sized keyboard...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
10/03/2020

According to LaptopMedia, the AMD Ryzen 7 4800H outperforms the Intel Core i9-9980HK in raw performance by 14%, leveraging a 7nm process and faster LPDDR4-4266MHz RAM against the older 14nm++ architecture of the Intel chip. The RX Vega 7 iGPU on the Ryzen chip offers an impressive 312% advantage over Intel's UHD 630, making it capable of handling graphical tasks that often require a...Read more

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tweakers.net
20/08/2020

The August 2020 Tweakers Laptop Best Buy Guide expands to six categories to address specific student needs, navigating a dynamic market where processor availability (AMD/Intel) was challenging. The guide identifies the HP 15s as a top budget choice (~€500) for its strong Ryzen 5 5500U processor, 512GB storage, and decent IPS display, though it notes inferior, plastic build quality...Read more

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hardware.info
20/04/2020

The Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 (2020) features the AMD Ryzen 9 4900HS, offering significant desktop-class multi-threaded performance in a compact 14-inch, 1.6 kg magnesium-aluminium chassis. Pros include exceptional battery life (nearly 10 hours), solid build quality, and a 120Hz display with Adaptive Sync. Notable cons involve high chassis temperatures, loud fan noise, lack of a webcam,...Read more

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