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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£490
  • Avg. price in US: ~$400
  • PassMark benchmark result: 20764
  • N. of physical cores: 8
  • CPU boost clock speed: 4.7 GHz

AMD Ryzen 7 6800U review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

6.5

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%

6.5

Technical Score

10.0%

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User score

Good
6.5

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%

6.2

Performance

18.0%

6.4

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

6.8

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

7.4

Power & Thermal

4.0%

8.3

Platform

1.0%

7.8

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

  • 5.4
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    5.8

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    5.8

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    6.7

    CPU boost clock speed

    17.0%

    3.3

    L3 cache

    8.0%

    3.5

    N. of physical cores

  • 6.3
    Video editing

    Score components:

    45.0%

    9.0

    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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Best prices in UK

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Verdict

The AMD Ryzen 7 6800U is a high-efficiency mobile processor based on the 6nm Zen 3+ 'Rembrandt' architecture, featuring 8 cores, 16 threads, and clock speeds ranging from 2.7 GHz to a 4.7 GHz boost. Its standout characteristic is the integrated Radeon 680M GPU with 12 RDNA 2 compute units, which delivers exceptional iGPU gaming performance that can handle modern titles at 1080p. Main pros include its versatile 15W to 28W TDP that balances power and battery life, support for modern standards like LPDDR5-6400 RAM, PCIe 4.0, and USB4, and its suitability for ultraportable laptops. However, it lacks dedicated AI acceleration hardware, and its single-core performance can lag behind some contemporary Intel Alder Lake competitors.

Technical Specifications of processor AMD Ryzen 7 6800U

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

6.5
AMD Ryzen 7 6800U has a technical score of 6.49 points, which is higher than that of 73.7% 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 6800U 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%

6.5

Overall score

40.0%

7.9

Price

6.9
AMD Ryzen 7 6800U has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.9 points, which is higher than 69% 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 6800U 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

FP7
AMD Ryzen 7 6800U uses the FP7 CPU socket, which is newer than that of 48.2% of processors and equal to that of 2.8% 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 6800U 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 6800U 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 6800U 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 6800U 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

4.7 GHz
AMD Ryzen 7 6800U reaches a boost clock of 4.7 GHz which is higher than that of 67.1% of processors and equal to that of 3.7% 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 2.7 GHz
AMD Ryzen 7 6800U has a base clock of 8x2.7 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

6 nm
AMD Ryzen 7 6800U uses a 6 nm process node, which is more advanced than that of 82.5% of processors and equal to that of 2.6% 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 6 nm
AMD Ryzen 7 6800U is built on the TSMC 6 nm foundry process, which is more advanced than that of 81.1% of processors and equal to that of 2.6% 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 6800U 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 6800U 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 6800U 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

DDR5
AMD Ryzen 7 6800U supports DDR DDR5, which is newer than that of 66.4% of processors and equal to that of 12.6% 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

6,400 MHz
AMD Ryzen 7 6800U supports memory speeds up to 6400 MHz, which is higher than that of 83.9% of processors and equal to 8.1% 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

LPDDR5-6400 MHz
AMD Ryzen 7 6800U supports JEDEC memory speeds up to LPDDR5-6400 MHz, which is higher than that of 85.6% of processors and equal to 2.8% 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 6800U 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

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AMD Ryzen 7 6800U 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 680M
AMD Ryzen 7 6800U uses the Radeon 680M integrated GPU, which is more advanced than that in 91.8% of processors and equal to that in 1.2% 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

12
AMD Ryzen 7 6800U has 12 GPU execution units, which is fewer than 62.8% of processors and equal to 9.2% 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

400 MHz
AMD Ryzen 7 6800U has an integrated GPU clock of 400 MHz which is higher than that of 73.3% of processors and equal to that of 8% 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

VP9 (HW decode), AV1 (HW decode)
AMD Ryzen 7 6800U supports VP9 (HW decode), AV1 (HW decode) media codecs, which is broader support than 50.3% of processors and equal to 0.2% 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

15-28 W
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 6800U 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

28 W
AMD Ryzen 7 6800U has a boost power of 28 W which is lower than that of 82.2% of processors and equal to that of 0.6% of processors.
Tau (power duration limit)
What it is: The time limit the CPU can stay at higher boost power before dropping toward sustained power.
When it matters: When you want to understand turbo behavior under longer loads.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=28 s

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 6800U supports configurable TDP. 52.9% of processors support configurable TDP.
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AMD Ryzen 7 6800U vs the average processor

  • More advanced microarchitecture
    AMD Ryzen 7 6800U uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Rembrandt 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 6800U uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Rembrandt vs Kaby Lake).Rembrandt vs Kaby Lake
  • 2.18x higher memory speed
    AMD Ryzen 7 6800U has a higher maximum memory speed than the average processor (6,400 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.
    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

    AMD Ryzen 7 6800U has a higher maximum memory speed than the average processor (6,400 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.6400 MHz vs 2933 MHz
  • 8 more CPU threads
    AMD Ryzen 7 6800U 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 6800U has more CPU threads than the average processor (16 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.16 vs 8
  • 50% smaller process node
    AMD Ryzen 7 6800U has a lower process node than the average processor (6 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 6800U has a lower process node than the average processor (6 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.6 nm vs 12 nm
  • 29.2% better single-core performance
    AMD Ryzen 7 6800U has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,209 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 6800U has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,209 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.3,209 vs 2,483
  • 97.1% higher PassMark score
    AMD Ryzen 7 6800U has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (20,764 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 6800U has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (20,764 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.20,764 vs 10,532.5
  • Newer PCIe version
    AMD Ryzen 7 6800U supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (4 vs 3.0).
    What it is: The newest PCIe generation the processor can use directly for graphics cards, SSDs, and other high-speed expansion devices.
    When it matters: When you want support for newer GPUs or SSDs, or more bandwidth for high-speed expansion hardware.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: 4.0

    AMD Ryzen 7 6800U supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (4 vs 3.0).4.0 vs 3.0
  • 37.9% higher single-core score
    AMD Ryzen 7 6800U has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,028 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 6800U has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,028 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.2,028 vs 1,471
  • Includes crypto acceleration
    AMD Ryzen 7 6800U includes crypto acceleration, the average processor does not.
  • 8 more CPU threads
    AMD Ryzen 7 6800U has more CPU threads than the average processor (16 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
  • 29.2% better single-core performance
    AMD Ryzen 7 6800U has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,209 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • 97.1% higher PassMark score
    AMD Ryzen 7 6800U has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (20,764 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
  • 37.9% higher single-core score
    AMD Ryzen 7 6800U has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,028 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
  • 9.3% higher boost clock
    AMD Ryzen 7 6800U has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (4.7 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
  • 2 more CPU cores
    AMD Ryzen 7 6800U has more CPU cores than the average processor (8 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
  • 18.8% higher Cinebench R20 single-core score
    AMD Ryzen 7 6800U has a higher Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (575 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    AMD Ryzen 7 6800U uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Rembrandt vs Kaby Lake).
  • 50% smaller process node
    AMD Ryzen 7 6800U has a lower process node than the average processor (6 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
  • More advanced foundry
    AMD Ryzen 7 6800U uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (TSMC 6 nm vs Intel 14 nm).
  • 2x larger L3 cache
    AMD Ryzen 7 6800U has a higher L3 cache than the average processor (16 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.
  • 16.7% more L3 per core
    AMD Ryzen 7 6800U 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 6800U 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 6800U has a higher L1 cache than the average processor (512 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.
  • 2.18x higher memory speed
    AMD Ryzen 7 6800U has a higher maximum memory speed than the average processor (6,400 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.
  • Newer PCIe version
    AMD Ryzen 7 6800U supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (4 vs 3.0).
  • 4 more PCIe lanes
    AMD Ryzen 7 6800U has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (20 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
  • Newer DDR support
    AMD Ryzen 7 6800U supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR5 vs DDR4).
  • 67.7% higher memory bandwidth
    AMD Ryzen 7 6800U has a higher memory bandwidth than the average processor (76.8 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s). The average processor offers memory bandwidth of 45.8 GB/s.
  • Better integrated GPU
    AMD Ryzen 7 6800U uses a better integrated GPU than the average processor (Radeon 680M vs Intel UHD Graphics 630).
  • 1 more supported displays
    AMD Ryzen 7 6800U 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 6800U 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 lower CPU temperature
    AMD Ryzen 7 6800U has a lower CPU temperature than the average processor (95 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor runs at a CPU temperature of 100 °C.
  • 56.3% lower boost power
    AMD Ryzen 7 6800U has a lower boost power draw than the average processor (28 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.
  • Older TPM support
    AMD Ryzen 7 6800U supports an older TPM version than the average processor (fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0).
  • 16.9% larger die size
    AMD Ryzen 7 6800U has a higher die size than the average processor (208 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
  • Narrower media codec support
    AMD Ryzen 7 6800U supports fewer media codecs than the average processor (VP9 (HW decode), AV1 (HW decode) vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)).
  • 50% fewer GPU execution units
    AMD Ryzen 7 6800U has fewer GPU execution units than the average processor (12 vs 24). The average processor has 24 GPU execution units.
  • 5 °C lower TJ Max
    AMD Ryzen 7 6800U has a lower TJ Max than the average processor (95 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor has a TJ Max of 100 °C.
  • 5 °C lower TJ Max
    AMD Ryzen 7 6800U has a lower TJ Max than the average processor (95 °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 6800U has a lower TJ Max than the average processor (95 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor has a TJ Max of 100 °C.95 °C vs 100 °C
  • 96% more expensive
    AMD Ryzen 7 6800U is more expensive than the average processor (£490 vs £250).
    AMD Ryzen 7 6800U is more expensive than the average processor (£490 vs £250).£490 vs £250
  • Narrower media codec support
    AMD Ryzen 7 6800U supports fewer media codecs than the average processor (VP9 (HW decode), AV1 (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 6800U supports fewer media codecs than the average processor (VP9 (HW decode), AV1 (HW decode) vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)).VP9 (HW decode), AV1 (HW decode) vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)
  • 16.9% larger die size
    AMD Ryzen 7 6800U has a higher die size than the average processor (208 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
    What it is: The physical area of the processor die, usually measured in square millimeters.
    When it matters: When you are comparing chip scale, packaging density, or broader design differences rather than direct user-visible performance.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: <150 mm²

    AMD Ryzen 7 6800U has a higher die size than the average processor (208 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².208 mm² vs 178 mm²
  • Older TPM support
    AMD Ryzen 7 6800U 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 6800U supports an older TPM version than the average processor (fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0).fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0
  • 50% fewer GPU execution units
    AMD Ryzen 7 6800U has fewer GPU execution units than the average processor (12 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 6800U has fewer GPU execution units than the average processor (12 vs 24). The average processor has 24 GPU execution units.12 vs 24

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What customers like about AMD Ryzen 7 6800U?

  • Exceptional integrated graphics performance with the RDNA2-based Radeon 680M, capable of 1080p gaming in many titles.
  • Highly efficient Zen 3+ architecture providing excellent performance-per-watt and extended battery life.
  • Superior multi-core performance compared to many contemporary 28W ultraportable processors.
  • Maintains high performance levels even when running on battery power without significant throttling.
  • Support for modern platform features including LPDDR5 memory, PCIe Gen 4, and USB4.
  • Runs relatively cool in ultraportable chassis, often staying well within safe thermal limits during heavy use.

What customers dislike about AMD Ryzen 7 6800U?

  • Minimal single-core performance gains over the previous generation (Ryzen 7 5800U).
  • Single-threaded tasks like basic office productivity can sometimes be slower than Intel's 12th-gen counterparts.
  • Lacks dedicated AI acceleration hardware found in competing Intel Alder Lake processors.
  • Limited availability in laptops compared to Intel-based alternatives, making specific models harder to find.
  • Integrated graphics performance is heavily dependent on high-speed LPDDR5 memory, which is often soldered and non-upgradable.
  • Can reach high temperatures (up to 85-90°C) in very thin chassis under sustained gaming loads.

Expert reviews

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laptopmedia.com
01/11/2022

LaptopMedia describes the comparison between the AMD Ryzen 7 6800U and Intel Core i7-1165G7 as one-sided, with the 8-core/16-thread Ryzen chip significantly outclassing the 4-core/8-thread Intel processor in both performance and efficiency. The Ryzen 7 6800U (pro: Zen 3+ architecture, 6nm efficiency) boasts massive performance gains, scoring 95% higher in Cinebench 20 and 93% higher...Read more

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kitguru.net
29/07/2022

The KitGuru review highlights the AMD Ryzen 7 6800U in the ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED as a breakthrough for ultraportable performance, driven by significant Radeon 680M graphics capabilities, LPDDR5 memory, and PCIe Gen 4 support. Key pros include the "glorious" 2.8K OLED display, impressive battery efficiency, and robust sustained performance around 22–23W, alongside modern features...Read more

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tech-critter.com
15/06/2022

a little longer The Tech Critter review highlights the AMD Ryzen 7 6800U, particularly its Radeon 680M integrated graphics, as a breakthrough for thin-and-light laptops. Gaming tests showed over 60fps in Genshin Impact (low settings) and playable 30+ fps in titles like Halo Infinite and GTA V, with a key advantage being consistent performance while on battery power. The processor...Read more

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tech360.tv
14/06/2022

The ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED (2022) represents a significant performance leap thanks to the AMD Ryzen 7 6800U processor and integrated Radeon 680M graphics, which deliver improved efficiency and capable 1080p gaming. The ultraportable features a 1.1kg design, a vibrant 2.8K OLED display, and good battery life, though it lacks legacy ports (USB-A/HDMI) and Thunderbolt 4 support....Read more

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techspot.com
14/06/2022

The TechSpot review compares the AMD Ryzen 7 6800U and Intel Core i7-1260P, highlighting the Ryzen's superior RDNA 2-based Radeon 680M graphics that provide a 50%+ performance increase and superior 3D rendering in Cinebench. While the Ryzen 6800U offers better efficiency and battery life, its CPU gains over the previous generation are minimal. Conversely, the Intel Core i7-1260P...Read more

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tomshardware.com
19/05/2022

The Asus Zenbook S 13 OLED (UM5302) is a 2.43-pound, ultra-thin laptop featuring the AMD Ryzen 7 6800U, designed for high portability and premium performance. Key strengths include a vibrant 2.8K OLED display, strong multi-core processing, capable Radeon 680M graphics, and over 11 hours of battery life, according to Tom's Hardware. While the display is bright at 321 nits, it is...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
01/11/2022

According to LaptopMedia, the AMD Ryzen 7 6800U (8 cores, 16 threads) outperforms the 4-core Intel Core i7-1165G7, with the 6nm Zen 3+ chip scoring nearly 95% higher in Cinebench 20 and 93% higher in R23. The Ryzen 7 6800U excels in multi-threaded tasks and productivity, featuring the Radeon 680M iGPU which outperforms the Iris Xe Graphics G7 by over 120% in 3DMark Fire Strike,...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
04/12/2022

This LaptopMedia comparison highlights the AMD Ryzen 7 6800U (Zen 3+, 6nm) as a premium flagship, while the Ryzen 7 5825U (Zen 3) is positioned as a high-value "people's champion," with both featuring 8 cores and 16 threads. While the 6800U offers only modest CPU improvements—roughly 12% faster in Cinebench R23—the 5825U remains highly competitive in raw computing for a lower cost....Read more

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uk.pcmag.com
19/05/2022

PCMag's review of the AMD Ryzen 7 6800U, tested in the Asus ZenBook S 13 OLED, highlights the 6nm Zen 3+ architecture as a premier choice for ultraportables due to its high efficiency and RDNA 2-based integrated graphics. The chip provides significant improvements in light gaming and media editing, though its single-threaded performance gains over the 5000 series are described as...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
01/11/2022

According to a LaptopMedia comparison, the AMD Ryzen 7 6800U substantially outperforms the Intel Core i7-1165G7, rendering the 4-core Intel chip obsolete in high-demand tasks. The 6800U, featuring 8 cores and a 6nm process, delivers up to 95% higher multi-core scores in Cinebench, while the i7-1165G7 is limited to budget, light-office applications. Ultimately, the review finds the...Read more

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heise.de
27/06/2026

The Heise review of the Asus ZenBook S 13 OLED (UM5302) highlights it as a top-tier ultraportable featuring the AMD Ryzen 7 6800U, which delivers superior performance in a 1 kg chassis. Key advantages include the powerful Radeon 680M integrated graphics, a stunning 2.8K OLED display, and excellent battery life. However, drawbacks include limited connectivity (USB-C only), a loud fan...Read more

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01net.com
14/11/2022

The 01net review highlights the AMD Ryzen 7 6800U as a premier processor for ultraportable laptops, combining high energy efficiency with powerful integrated graphics. Utilizing RDNA 2 architecture (Radeon 680M), the chip offers up to 100% graphics performance gains over previous generations, enabling playable gaming frame rates on thin-and-light devices. Furthermore, the 6nm...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
20/10/2022

According to LaptopMedia, the performance gap between the 45W Ryzen 7 6800H and 15–28W 6800U is narrow, with the 6800H offering only a ~21% advantage in 3D rendering and negligible differences in short-burst tasks. While both share the same Radeon 680M graphics, the 6800H (pro: superior sustained performance) holds a noticeable lead in gaming due to higher thermal headroom, while...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
27/10/2022

LaptopMedia compares the AMD Ryzen 7 6800U and Intel Core i7-1260P, identifying a competitive matchup for ultraportable laptops, where the Ryzen 7 6800U holds a 9% advantage in multi-core tasks, while the i7-1260P shines in 2D rendering. The AMD processor offers superior integrated Radeon 680M graphics and better power efficiency, although its generation-over-generation CPU...Read more

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notebookcheck.biz
01/06/2022

The AMD Ryzen 7 6800U (Zen 3+) outperforms Intel Alder Lake in multi-core efficiency, particularly within the 15W–28W TDP range typical for thin-and-light laptops. Built on the 6nm TSMC process, the processor offers superior performance-per-watt and includes the powerful Radeon 680M iGPU, which significantly outpaces Intel's Iris Xe graphics. Key advantages of the 6800U include...Read more

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lesnumeriques.com
02/08/2022

The AMD Ryzen 7 6800U, featuring the RDNA 2-based Radeon 680M GPU, delivers a significant performance leap in gaming for ultra-thin laptops by enabling high frame rates in modern titles previously considered unplayable on integrated graphics. The processor boasts high power efficiency, competing with the Apple M1 Pro, while supporting modern, future-proof standards like LPDDR5 and...Read more

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rotek.fr
03/06/2023

The Acer Swift Edge, priced around €1,700, is a 16-inch ultraportable highlighting extreme portability with a 1.17 kg magnesium-aluminum chassis. Its standout feature is a 4K OLED panel offering 100% DCI-P3 coverage, though it is limited to a 60Hz refresh rate and lacks touch functionality. While offering solid productivity performance, the thin design results in compromises,...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
19/02/2023

The Lenovo Yoga 7 (14″, 2022) is described by LaptopMedia as a top-tier convertible featuring AMD Ryzen 6000U-series processors, a durable all-aluminum chassis, and a highly responsive 2.8K 90Hz OLED display. Key advantages include impressive RDNA2 integrated graphics for light gaming, excellent battery life from the 71Wh cell, and a versatile I/O port selection. Performance is...Read more

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cpubenchmark.net
20/05/2022

The AMD Ryzen 7 6800U, based on the 6nm "Rembrandt" Zen 3+ architecture, is a high-efficiency processor featuring 8 cores and 16 threads that enables strong performance in thin-and-light laptops. Its integrated Radeon 680M graphics (RDNA 2) represent a significant leap in gaming capability, allowing for playable 1080p frame rates in demanding titles. The chip also supports modern...Read more

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multiplayer.it
30/06/2023

The Multiplayer.it review characterizes the Ayaneo Air Plus as a premium, compact Windows handheld, featuring a high-performance Ryzen 7 6800U processor that, despite its small size, competes with larger devices in running AAA games. The device is praised for its ergonomic design, high-quality hall-effect controls, and a vibrant 1080p IPS screen, while offering full compatibility...Read more

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tomshw.it
15/06/2022

The ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED (UM5302) is a highly portable 1.1 kg ultraportable featuring the AMD Ryzen 7 6800U processor and Radeon 680M graphics, which deliver strong performance and surprising gaming capabilities. Its 13.3-inch 2.8K OLED display provides excellent color accuracy, while the 67Wh battery offers solid, all-day endurance. However, the compact, 14.9 mm thin design...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
20/10/2022

According to a LaptopMedia comparison, the performance gap between the 15-28W AMD Ryzen 7 6800U and the 35-45W+ Ryzen 7 6800H is narrower than expected for quick tasks. While the 6800U efficiently handles short bursts like Photoshop, the 6800H provides a 21% advantage in sustained, multi-threaded workloads (Cinebench R23) due to higher power limits. Both chips feature the robust...Read more

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notebookcheck.nl
14/07/2022

According to a NotebookCheck analysis, the AMD Ryzen 7 6800U demonstrates dominant multi-threaded performance, outperforming the Intel Core i7-1260P and Apple M2 in PassMark tests. Leveraging the Zen 3+ architecture, the 6800U provides exceptional multi-core efficiency, leading the i7-1260P by approximately 25% in raw power while supporting modern standards like DDR5 and USB4. Key...Read more

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notebookcheck.nl
01/06/2022

The Notebookcheck review of the AMD Ryzen 7 6800U highlights the processor's dominance in the ultra-portable market through its superior power-to-performance ratio, utilizing a 6nm TSMC process and Zen 3+ architecture. The 8-core chip significantly outperforms Intel’s 12th-gen Alder Lake-P series in multi-core efficiency, making it ideal for compact systems prioritizing cooling and...Read more

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ct.nl
14/07/2022

The Asus Zenbook S 13 OLED (UM5302) is a highly capable 1kg ultraportable featuring the AMD Ryzen 7 6800U processor and Radeon 680M integrated graphics, offering substantial performance and efficiency improvements. It features a vibrant 13.3-inch 2.8K OLED display, 16:10 aspect ratio, and a comfortable ErgoSense keyboard with NumberPad 2.0. While providing excellent battery life...Read more

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