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  • Avg. price: ~£260
  • PassMark benchmark result: 18032
  • N. of physical cores: 8
  • CPU boost clock speed: 4.4 GHz

AMD Ryzen 7 5800U review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

5.3

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%

5.3

Technical Score

10.0%

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User score

Good
5.3

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%

4.7

Performance

18.0%

6.1

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

4.8

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

7.4

Power & Thermal

4.0%

8.3

Platform

1.0%

7.2

Integrated Graphics

Good
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User score

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

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

Score components:

70.0%

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User reviews

30.0%

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Popularity

  • 4.8
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    5.3

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    5.0

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    5.8

    CPU boost clock speed

    17.0%

    3.3

    L3 cache

    8.0%

    3.5

    N. of physical cores

  • 3.8
    Video editing

    Score components:

    45.0%

    3.5

    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    3.5

    N. of physical cores

    20.0%

    5.2

    CPU threads

    15.0%

    3.3

    L3 cache

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Verdict

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800U is a high-efficiency mobile processor based on the 7nm Zen 3 architecture, featuring 8 cores, 16 threads, and a 16MB L3 cache. It operates at a base clock of 1.9 GHz with a max boost frequency of up to 4.4 GHz, all within a flexible 15W to 25W TDP range. Main pros include exceptional multi-threaded performance that dominates competing quad-core chips, significant IPC gains for faster single-thread tasks, and improved energy efficiency for thin-and-light laptops. However, it relies on older Vega 8 integrated graphics which lack significant gen-over-gen gains, and the platform typically misses modern features like Thunderbolt 4 or PCIe 4.0 support.

Technical Specifications of processor AMD Ryzen 7 5800U

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

5.3
AMD Ryzen 7 5800U has a technical score of 5.3 points, which is higher than that of 51.4% 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 5800U 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%

5.3

Overall score

40.0%

9.2

Price

6.5
AMD Ryzen 7 5800U has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.5 points, which is higher than 53% 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 5800U 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 5800U 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 5800U 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 5800U 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 5800U 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 5800U 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

4.4 GHz
AMD Ryzen 7 5800U reaches a boost clock of 4.4 GHz which is higher than that of 51.2% of processors and equal to that of 5.1% 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 1.9 GHz
AMD Ryzen 7 5800U has a base clock of 8x1.9 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 5800U 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 5800U 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

16 MB
AMD Ryzen 7 5800U has an L3 cache of 16 MB which is larger than that of 64.2% of processors and equal to that of 12.7% 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 5800U 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 5800U 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/LPDDR4X
AMD Ryzen 7 5800U supports DDR DDR4/LPDDR4X, which is newer than that of 63.4% of processors and equal to that of 3% 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 5800U 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 5800U 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

32 GB
AMD Ryzen 7 5800U 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

yes
AMD Ryzen 7 5800U 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 8
AMD Ryzen 7 5800U uses the Radeon Vega 8 integrated GPU, which is more advanced than that in 72.8% of processors and equal to that in 3.4% 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

8
AMD Ryzen 7 5800U has 8 GPU execution units, which is fewer than 74.1% of processors and equal to 7.2% 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 5800U 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 5800U 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 5800U 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 5800U 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 5800U supports configurable TDP. 52.9% of processors support configurable TDP.
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AMD Ryzen 7 5800U vs the average processor

  • 8 more CPU threads
    AMD Ryzen 7 5800U 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 5800U has more CPU threads than the average processor (16 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.16 vs 8
  • 55.2% better multi-core performance
    AMD Ryzen 7 5800U has a higher multi-core performance than the average processor (4,320 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 5800U has a higher multi-core performance than the average processor (4,320 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.4,320 vs 2,783
  • 66.7% lower base power
    AMD Ryzen 7 5800U 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 5800U 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
  • 41.7% smaller process node
    AMD Ryzen 7 5800U 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 5800U 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 5800U 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 5800U 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
  • 20.5% better single-core performance
    AMD Ryzen 7 5800U has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (2,993 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 5800U has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (2,993 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.2,993 vs 2,483
  • 71.2% higher PassMark score
    AMD Ryzen 7 5800U has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (18,032 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 5800U has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (18,032 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.18,032 vs 10,532.5
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    AMD Ryzen 7 5800U uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Cezanne 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 5800U uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Cezanne vs Kaby Lake).Cezanne vs Kaby Lake
  • Includes crypto acceleration
    AMD Ryzen 7 5800U includes crypto acceleration, the average processor does not.
  • 8 more CPU threads
    AMD Ryzen 7 5800U has more CPU threads than the average processor (16 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
  • 55.2% better multi-core performance
    AMD Ryzen 7 5800U has a higher multi-core performance than the average processor (4,320 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.
  • 20.5% better single-core performance
    AMD Ryzen 7 5800U has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (2,993 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • 71.2% higher PassMark score
    AMD Ryzen 7 5800U has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (18,032 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
  • 2 more CPU cores
    AMD Ryzen 7 5800U has more CPU cores than the average processor (8 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
  • 18.2% higher single-core score
    AMD Ryzen 7 5800U has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,738 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
  • 42.9% higher multi-core score
    AMD Ryzen 7 5800U has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (6,851 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
  • 41.7% smaller process node
    AMD Ryzen 7 5800U 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 5800U uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Cezanne vs Kaby Lake).
  • 2x larger L3 cache
    AMD Ryzen 7 5800U has a higher L3 cache than the average processor (16 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.
  • More advanced foundry
    AMD Ryzen 7 5800U uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (TSMC 7 nm vs Intel 14 nm).
  • 16.7% more L3 per core
    AMD Ryzen 7 5800U has more L3 cache per core than the average processor (2 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
  • 60% larger L2 cache
    AMD Ryzen 7 5800U 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.
  • 2.16x more transistors
    AMD Ryzen 7 5800U has more transistors than the average processor (10.7 billion vs 4.95 billion). The average processor has 4.95 billion transistors.
  • 33.3% larger L1 cache
    AMD Ryzen 7 5800U has a higher L1 cache than the average processor (512 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.
  • Newer DDR support
    AMD Ryzen 7 5800U supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR4/LPDDR4X vs DDR4).
  • 45.4% higher memory speed
    AMD Ryzen 7 5800U 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 5800U 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 5800U 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 5800U 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 5800U 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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Platform
Performance
Cache & Architecture
Memory & PCIe
Integrated Graphics
Power & Thermal
  • Older TPM support
    AMD Ryzen 7 5800U supports an older TPM version than the average processor (fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0).
  • 12.2% lower Cinebench R20 single-core score
    AMD Ryzen 7 5800U has a lower Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (425 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.
  • 9 lower clock multiplier
    AMD Ryzen 7 5800U has a lower clock multiplier than the average processor (19 vs 28). The average processor has a clock multiplier of 28.
  • 4 fewer PCIe lanes
    AMD Ryzen 7 5800U has fewer PCIe lanes than the average processor (12 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
    8 usable lanes
  • 50% less memory capacity
    AMD Ryzen 7 5800U has fewer maximum memory capacity than the average processor (32 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
  • 66.7% fewer GPU execution units
    AMD Ryzen 7 5800U has fewer GPU execution units than the average processor (8 vs 24). The average processor has 24 GPU execution units.
  • Narrower media codec support
    AMD Ryzen 7 5800U 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 5800U 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.
  • 12.2% lower Cinebench R20 single-core score
    AMD Ryzen 7 5800U has a lower Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (425 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 5800U has a lower Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (425 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.425 vs 484
  • 4 fewer PCIe lanes
    AMD Ryzen 7 5800U has fewer PCIe lanes than the average processor (12 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
    8 usable lanes
    What it is: The number of PCIe lanes provided directly by the processor.
    When it matters: When you connect fast GPUs, SSDs, or expansion cards.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=20

    AMD Ryzen 7 5800U has fewer PCIe lanes than the average processor (12 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.12 vs 16
  • 5 °C higher CPU temperature
    AMD Ryzen 7 5800U 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 5800U 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
  • 50% less memory capacity
    AMD Ryzen 7 5800U has fewer maximum memory capacity than the average processor (32 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
    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

    AMD Ryzen 7 5800U has fewer maximum memory capacity than the average processor (32 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.32 GB vs 64 GB
  • Narrower media codec support
    AMD Ryzen 7 5800U 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 5800U 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)
  • 66.7% fewer GPU execution units
    AMD Ryzen 7 5800U has fewer GPU execution units than the average processor (8 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 5800U has fewer GPU execution units than the average processor (8 vs 24). The average processor has 24 GPU execution units.8 vs 24
  • Older TPM support
    AMD Ryzen 7 5800U 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 5800U supports an older TPM version than the average processor (fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0).fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0
  • 9 lower clock multiplier
    AMD Ryzen 7 5800U has a lower clock multiplier than the average processor (19 vs 28). The average processor has a clock multiplier of 28.
    What it is: The ratio used to derive CPU frequency from the base clock.
    When it matters: When you tune or compare overclocking behavior.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >33

    AMD Ryzen 7 5800U has a lower clock multiplier than the average processor (19 vs 28). The average processor has a clock multiplier of 28.19 vs 28
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about AMD Ryzen 7 5800U?

  • High multi-threaded performance with 8 cores and 16 threads, excelling in rendering and compilation tasks
  • Significant 15-25% single-thread performance gains over previous generations due to Zen 3 architecture
  • Excellent energy efficiency with a 15W default TDP, suitable for thin and light ultraportable laptops
  • Doubled L3 cache (16MB) compared to Ryzen 4000 series, speeding up cache-heavy applications like Excel
  • Strong performance-per-watt ratio, often outperforming competing Intel Tiger Lake chips in CPU-bound tasks

What customers dislike about AMD Ryzen 7 5800U?

  • Outdated integrated Vega GPU architecture which lacks performance improvements over the previous generation
  • Lacks support for modern platform features like Thunderbolt, USB4, and PCIe 4.0
  • Lower graphics performance compared to Intel Iris Xe and newer RDNA-based integrated solutions
  • Multi-threaded performance can be inconsistent at low power (15W) compared to the older 4800U
  • Historically limited availability in premium laptop designs compared to Intel equivalents

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techspot.com
16/04/2021
AMD Ryzen 7 5800U Review - TechSpot

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800U, featuring the Zen 3 "Cezanne" architecture, delivers significant performance improvements for ultraportable laptops, particularly in single-threaded tasks and multi-threaded workloads, according to a TechSpot review. The 8-core processor, with an enhanced 16MB L3 cache, matches or exceeds Intel’s 11th-gen competition while offering improved efficiency for...Read more

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cpubenchmark.net
Q1 2021
AMD Ryzen 7 5800U - CPU Benchmarks Are you looking for specific benchmark scores (like Cinebench or Geekbench) or gaming performance results for this...

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800U is an 8-core/16-thread "Cezanne" (Zen 3) processor with 16MB L3 cache, providing exceptional efficiency on a 15W TDP. It offers superior multi-threaded performance, often exceeding Intel competitors by 70% in heavy workloads, and provides a 15–25% increase in single-threaded tasks over previous generations. Key disadvantages include outdated integrated Radeon...Read more

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servethehome.com
28/11/2023
Fanless AMD Ryzen 7 5800U Desktop Review

The ServeTheHome review examines a fanless mini PC featuring an AMD Ryzen 7 5800U, highlighting its 8-core/16-thread performance within a completely silent, passively cooled chassis. Pros include strong multi-threaded capabilities suitable for virtualization, low power consumption, dual LAN ports, and easy internal access to SODIMM and storage slots. Conversely, cons focus on weak,...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
06/08/2021
[Comparison] AMD Ryzen 7 5800U vs Ryzen 7 5700U

LaptopMedia analysis reveals the AMD Ryzen 7 5800U (Zen 3/Cezanne) superior to the Ryzen 7 5700U (Zen 2/Lucienne), which despite being a 5000-series chip, operates on older architecture. While both share an 8-core/16-thread configuration, the 5800U offers double the L3 cache (16MB vs 8MB), resulting in roughly 22% higher performance in Cinebench 20 and faster rendering tasks. The...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
05/08/2021
[Comparison] AMD Ryzen 7 5800U vs Intel Core i7-1165G7

LaptopMedia compares the 8-core/16-thread AMD Ryzen 7 5800U and the 4-core/8-thread Intel Core i7-1165G7, highlighting a significant core count advantage for the AMD chip, while Intel boasts a higher 2.8 GHz base clock. The Ryzen 7 5800U dominates in multi-threaded 3D rendering with a 102% higher score, though the Intel chip remains highly competitive in single-threaded tasks like...Read more

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pcworld.com
27/04/2021
AMD Ryzen 5800U review: Is it better than Intel's 11th-gen mobile chip?

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800U, utilizing the Zen 3 architecture, challenges Intel's 11th-gen dominance in thin-and-light laptops by offering massive multi-core performance gains. It serves as a power-efficient alternative that outperforms older H-series chips in productivity tasks, though it trails Intel in specific single-threaded responsiveness and AI-accelerated tasks. While the 5800U...Read more

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it-connect.fr
08/11/2024
NiPoGi AM06 Pro Review - Mini PC - Full Verdict

The NiPoGi AM06 Pro, featuring an AMD Ryzen 7 5800U and 16GB of DDR4 RAM, is a compact, tool-free accessible mini PC designed for versatile productivity. Key strengths include extensive connectivity, such as 2.5 GbE Ethernet and triple 4K display support, along with capable performance for office, multitasking, and home lab use. While efficient and quiet, it is limited by a SATA SSD...Read more

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clubic.com
13/01/2022
Honor MagicBook View 14 Review: Power and Balance at the Right Price

The Clubic review describes the Honor MagicBook View 14 as a well-balanced ultraportable, featuring a premium aluminum chassis and a high-quality 14.2-inch 2.5K 90Hz touchscreen that is excellent for productivity. Performance is driven by an Intel Core i7-11390H processor, making it strong for professional tasks, complemented by a 60Wh battery and fast charging. The device notably...Read more

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frandroid.com
05/05/2021
Asus ZenBook 13 OLED (UX325EA) Review: Our Full Verdict

The Asus ZenBook 13 OLED (UX325EA) 2021 is a highly portable ultrabook featuring a 13.3-inch OLED display with excellent contrast, an 11th Gen Intel Core i7-1165G7 processor, and a durable 13.9mm profile. It offers strong daily productivity performance, comfortable typing, and the innovative NumberPad 2.0 integrated into the touchpad. Key compromises noted in the review include the...Read more

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frandroid.com
07/05/2021
Asus ZenBook 13 OLED (UM325UA) Review: Our Full Verdict

The Asus ZenBook 13 OLED (UM325UA) 2021, as reviewed by Frandroid, is praised as a highly portable (1.1 kg) laptop featuring a stunning Full HD OLED panel with exceptional color accuracy and contrast. Powered by AMD Ryzen 5000 series processors, it offers strong multi-core performance for daily productivity, complemented by excellent battery life lasting up to 15 hours. However, the...Read more

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lesnumeriques.com
22/04/2022
Acer Swift X Laptop Review: Nothing Is Impossible for a Valiant Octa-Core

The Acer Swift X (SFX14-41G) is reviewed as a highly portable 14-inch, 1.39 kg ultrabook that successfully pairs an AMD Ryzen 7 5800U processor with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 GPU for strong, balanced performance. It excels in both productivity and 1080p gaming, featuring a well-calibrated display with high contrast and 97% sRGB coverage, alongside exceptional battery life exceeding...Read more

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lesnumeriques.com
20/04/2021
Lab – Focus on the AMD Ryzen 7 5800U, AMD's most powerful processor for ultraportables

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800U, featuring the Zen 3 architecture, establishes itself as a high-performance, 8-core/16-thread processor designed for 15W TDP ultra-portables. Les Numériques highlights that it delivers superior multi-threaded capabilities, often outperforming the Intel Core i7-1185G7 and Apple M1 in tasks like video encoding, effectively bridging the gap between thin-and-light...Read more

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lesnumeriques.com
22/04/2021
Acer Swift 5 SF514-55T Review: An Excellent 14-Inch Ultrabook

The Acer Swift 5 (SF514-55T) is a 14-inch ultrabook distinguished by its antimicrobial treatment on the chassis and screen, and an incredibly light magnesium build weighing just 1 kg. The review highlights its portability and solid construction as major assets, though it notes a "plastic feel" to the paint and a keyboard design where the yellow lettering on dark keys can be...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
28/07/2022
[Comparison] AMD Ryzen 7 5825U vs Ryzen 7 5800U: We're Surprised

LaptopMedia's comparison of the AMD Ryzen 7 5825U and Ryzen 7 5800U reveals that the older 5800U can outperform its "Barcelo" refresh successor in specific tasks. While both share Zen 3 architecture and 8-core configurations, the 5800U scored 12% higher in Cinebench 20 and was faster in Photoshop in their testing. The 5825U (Pros: newer 2022 release, slightly higher nominal clocks,...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
25/10/2022
AMD Ryzen 7 6800U vs Ryzen 7 5800U Comparison: The 5800U isn't ready to step down just yet

According to LaptopMedia, the Ryzen 7 6800U (Zen 3+) offers minimal CPU performance gains over the Ryzen 7 5800U (Zen 3), with only a 3% lead in 3D rendering and slightly faster Photoshop times for the older chip. The primary advantage of the 6800U lies in its RDNA 2-based Radeon 680M graphics, which deliver a 51% performance leap in gaming, alongside support for faster DDR5-4800...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
28/10/2021
AMD Ryzen 7 5800U vs Ryzen 5 5500U Comparison: We Have a New #1 Contender in the ULV Space

LaptopMedia compares the Zen 3-based Ryzen 7 5800U and the Zen 2-based Ryzen 5 5500U, highlighting a major architectural divide within the 15W ULV series. The 5800U offers superior 8-core/16-thread performance, while the 5500U is a refreshed, budget-friendly option. Benchmark results show the 5800U holds a 41% lead in rendering, making it ideal for professional workloads, though it...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
07/08/2021
Comparison: AMD Ryzen 7 5800U vs Intel Core i7-1185G7 – The Ryzen 7 5800U seems to be the new ULV champion

LaptopMedia positions the AMD Ryzen 7 5800U as the new Ultra-Low Voltage (ULV) performance leader, driven by its 8-core/16-thread architecture that significantly outperforms the 4-core Intel Core i7-1185G7 in multi-threaded tasks, including an 88% higher score in Cinebench 20. While AMD dominates in rendering, Intel remains competitive in specific, lightly threaded tasks, notes...Read more

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notebookcheck.nl
23/05/2021
Asus ZenBook 13 Laptop Review: Core i7-1165G7 vs. Ryzen 7 5800U - Which is the better ZenBook?

Notebookcheck compares the Asus ZenBook 13 OLED (UX325EA with Core i7-1165G7) and the UM325S (AMD Ryzen 7 5800U), identifying the Ryzen model as the superior performer for multi-threaded tasks, offering nearly double the performance in benchmarks like Cinebench R20. Both laptops share a premium, lightweight magnesium-aluminum chassis and a 13.3-inch OLED display, though the Intel...Read more

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notebookcheck.nl
07/05/2021
Asus ZenBook 13 Review - A compact 13-inch laptop with a fast Ryzen 7 5800U and OLED screen

The Asus ZenBook 13 OLED (UM325S) is a highly portable 13.3-inch ultrabook featuring an AMD Ryzen 7 5800U processor and a vibrant 1080p OLED display with 100% DCI-P3 coverage. It provides exceptional multi-threaded performance, 16 GB of RAM, and a 1 TB SSD within a 1.1kg metal chassis. Pros include excellent battery life lasting over 14 hours, a bright, high-contrast screen, and...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
30/03/2026
AMD Ryzen 7 5800U - Specifications, benchmarks, and comparisons (Constantly updated benchmark data)

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800U is a high-performance 8-core/16-thread processor based on the Zen 3 "Cezanne" architecture, designed for ultra-thin laptops with a base clock of 1.9 GHz and a 16 MB L3 cache. It delivers class-leading productivity performance, often outperforming competitors in rendering and encoding while maintaining high energy efficiency within a 15W to 25W TDP. However, it...Read more

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tweakers.net
01/12/2021
Laptop Best Buy Guide - December 2021 (Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Benchmarks with Ryzen 7 5800U)

The Tweakers Laptop Best Buy Guide for December 2021 highlights top portable computers across budget, basic, and premium categories, heavily influenced by the Apple M1 chip and a transition to newer processor generations. For budget and basic needs, the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14 is recommended for its solid IPS display and Ryzen/Core i3 performance, though it faces limitations with...Read more

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