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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£500
  • Avg. price in US: ~$550
  • PassMark benchmark result: 20257
  • N. of physical cores: 8
  • CPU boost clock speed: 4.8 GHz

AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

6.4

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%

6.4

Technical Score

10.0%

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User score

Good
6.4

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%

6.3

Performance

18.0%

6.1

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

6.1

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

6.9

Power & Thermal

4.0%

8.1

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

  • 6.2
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    5.6

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    9.0

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    7.0

    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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Verdict

The AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS is a high-end mobile processor based on the Cezanne (Zen 3) architecture, featuring 8 cores, 16 threads, and a 35W TDP designed for slim gaming laptops. It offers a 3.0 GHz base clock with a boost up to 4.8 GHz, 16MB of L3 cache, and a 7nm manufacturing process, alongside integrated Radeon Vega 8 graphics. Its primary advantages include excellent multi-threaded performance and high energy efficiency for its power class, making it ideal for portable workstations; however, it is limited to PCIe 3.0 connectivity and may face performance throttling in extremely compact chassis due to thermal constraints.

Technical Specifications of processor AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS

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

6.4
AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS has a technical score of 6.38 points, which is higher than that of 71.1% 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 9 5980HS 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%

6.4

Overall score

40.0%

7.9

Price

6.8
AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.8 points, which is higher than 65.9% of products in this category.
Brand name
What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.
When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

AMD
Processor type
What it is: The kind of system the processor is built for, such as desktop PCs, laptops, workstations, or servers.
When it matters: When you want a processor meant for the kind of machine you are actually building or buying, rather than a chip aimed at a different class of system.

Importance: HIGH

mobile
AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS 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 9 5980HS 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 9 5980HS 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 9 5980HS 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 9 5980HS 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 9 5980HS 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

4.8 GHz
AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS reaches a boost clock of 4.8 GHz which is higher than that of 71.2% 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 3.0 GHz
AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS has a base clock of 8x3.0 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 9 5980HS 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 9 5980HS 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 9 5980HS 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 9 5980HS 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 9 5980HS 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 9 5980HS 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 9 5980HS 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 9 5980HS 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 9 5980HS 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 9 5980HS 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 9 5980HS 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 9 5980HS 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

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Integrated media encoders/decoders
What it is: The hardware media formats the processor can encode or decode directly.
When it matters: When you stream, edit video, or rely on hardware media acceleration.

Importance: LOW

H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode)
AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS 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

35 W
AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS has a TDP of 35 W which is lower than that of 51.8% of processors and equal to that of 14.8% 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

35 W
AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS has a base power of 35 W which is lower than that of 51.7% of processors and equal to that of 15.1% 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 9 5980HS supports configurable TDP. 52.9% of processors support configurable TDP.
cTDP: 35-54 W
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AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS vs the average processor

  • 8 more CPU threads
    AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS 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 9 5980HS has more CPU threads than the average processor (16 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.16 vs 8
  • 67.1% better multi-core performance
    AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS has a higher multi-core performance than the average processor (4,651 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 9 5980HS has a higher multi-core performance than the average processor (4,651 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.4,651 vs 2,783
  • 11.6% higher boost clock
    AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (4.8 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 9 5980HS has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (4.8 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.4.8 GHz vs 4.3 GHz
  • 92.3% higher PassMark score
    AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (20,257 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 9 5980HS has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (20,257 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.20,257 vs 10,532.5
  • 25.8% better single-core performance
    AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,123 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 9 5980HS has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,123 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.3,123 vs 2,483
  • 41.7% smaller process node
    AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS 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 9 5980HS 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 9 5980HS 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 9 5980HS 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
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS 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 9 5980HS uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Cezanne vs Kaby Lake).Cezanne vs Kaby Lake
  • 8 more CPU threads
    AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS has more CPU threads than the average processor (16 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
  • 67.1% better multi-core performance
    AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS has a higher multi-core performance than the average processor (4,651 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.
  • 11.6% higher boost clock
    AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (4.8 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
  • 92.3% higher PassMark score
    AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (20,257 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
  • 25.8% better single-core performance
    AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,123 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • 2 more CPU cores
    AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS 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 9 5980HS 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 9 5980HS uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Cezanne vs Kaby Lake).
  • 2x larger L3 cache
    AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS 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 9 5980HS 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 9 5980HS 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 9 5980HS 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 9 5980HS 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 9 5980HS 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 9 5980HS 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 9 5980HS supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR4/LPDDR4 vs DDR4).
  • 45.4% higher memory speed
    AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS 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 9 5980HS has more supported displays than the average processor (4 vs 3). The average processor supports 3 displays.
  • 5 °C higher TJ Max
    AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS has a higher TJ Max than the average processor (105 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor has a TJ Max of 100 °C.
  • 22.2% lower base power
    AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS has a lower base power draw than the average processor (35 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.

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Cache & Architecture
Memory & PCIe
Integrated Graphics
Power & Thermal
  • Older TPM support
    AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS supports an older TPM version than the average processor (fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0).
  • 66.7% fewer GPU execution units
    AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS 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 9 5980HS 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 9 5980HS 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.
  • 5 °C higher CPU temperature
    AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS 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 9 5980HS 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
  • 2x more expensive
    AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS is more expensive than the average processor (£500 vs £250).
    AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS is more expensive than the average processor (£500 vs £250).£500 vs £250
  • Narrower media codec support
    AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS 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 9 5980HS 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 9 5980HS 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 9 5980HS 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 9 5980HS 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 9 5980HS supports an older TPM version than the average processor (fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0).fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS?

  • Leading single-core performance for its time, matching Intel's Tiger Lake architecture
  • Dominant multi-threaded performance in the 35W TDP class
  • Enables powerful 13-inch and 14-inch thin-and-light laptop designs
  • Significant 20-40% single-core improvement over the previous 4900HS generation
  • Enhanced battery life through improved on-chip power management (CPPC)
  • Unified 16MB L3 cache reduces core-to-cache latency

What customers dislike about AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS?

  • Integrated GPU still uses older Vega architecture rather than RDNA
  • Integrated graphics performance is often outperformed by Intel's Xe design
  • Modest (~10%) multi-core gains compared to the previous generation in heavy workloads
  • CPU frequencies rarely hit the maximum advertised boost of 4.8 GHz in actual use
  • High operating temperatures (up to 95°C) are common under heavy load
  • Lacks support for newer standards like PCIe 4.0 or AV1 video decoding

Expert reviews

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wccftech.com
22/01/2021
AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS Cezanne 8 Core 'Zen 3' Mobility CPU Tested In ASUS’s ROG Flow X13 Notebook

The ASUS ROG Flow X13, powered by the AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS (Zen 3 "Cezanne"), delivers 8-core, 35W performance in a 1.3kg, 13.4-inch 2-in-1, offering workstation-level speed for an ultraportable. Key advantages include exceptional multi-core processing, a high-quality 16:10 display, and compatibility with the proprietary XG Mobile eGPU for upgraded graphical power. However, the...Read more

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kitguru.net
10/02/2021
AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS Review (RTX 3080 eGPU Tested)

Luke Hill's review for KitGuru examines the AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS (7nm Zen 3, 8C/16T) within the ASUS ROG Flow X13, paired with the ASUS ROG XG Mobile (150W NVIDIA RTX 3080) eGPU. The combination delivers exceptional 1440p/4K gaming and strong, efficient 35W CPU performance, with the XG Mobile aiding thermal management. Key drawbacks include the proprietary, limiting nature of the eGPU...Read more

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gizmodo.com
26/01/2021
AMD's Latest Mobile CPU Is Really Freaking Fast - Gizmodo

The AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS, based on the Zen 3 architecture, offers top-tier, "chef's kiss" performance for portable laptops, making it a strong competitor to Intel and Apple, particularly in the ASUS ROG Flow X13. Key advantages include its versatility for both gaming and creative workloads, such as Adobe Premiere Pro, combined with excellent thermal management in thin designs....Read more

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techspot.com
26/01/2021
AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS Review - TechSpot

The AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS, tested in the Asus ROG Flow X13, introduces a Zen 3 architecture that delivers a 20-25% improvement in single-thread performance over its predecessor, successfully challenging Intel's single-core dominance. This 35W processor leads in multi-threaded performance, outperforming the Intel Core i9-10980HK in heavy workloads, though its generational improvement in...Read more

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kitguru.net
28/01/2021
Ryzen 9 5980HS Hands-On: ROG Flow X13 Performance and Throttling

The ASUS ROG Flow X13 (Supernova Edition) redefines ultraportable gaming by packing a Ryzen 9 5980HS CPU into a 13.4-inch, 2-in-1 form factor, offering superior multi-threaded performance over Intel competitors. Key pros include this unmatched CPU power, a versatile 360-degree hinge, and a high-quality 16:10 display, though the internal GTX 1650 is only mid-range. However, the,...Read more

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trustedreviews.com
15/10/2021
Asus ROG Flow X13 (2021) Review - Trusted Reviews

The Asus ROG Flow X13 (2021) is a 13.4-inch 2-in-1 hybrid that successfully bridges the gap between ultraportable productivity and high-end gaming, featuring a 1.3kg chassis and a high-contrast 16:10 touchscreen. Pros include its versatile design, a consistent keyboard, and a "one-two punch" performance when paired with the optional ROG XG Mobile external GPU dock, which features an...Read more

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pcworld.com
26/01/2021
Ryzen 5000 mobile review: AMD wins big in laptops - PCWorld

The PCWorld review of the AMD Ryzen 5000 Mobile series highlights a transition to the Zen 3 architecture featuring a unified 8-core CCX and a 32MB L3 cache, which delivers significant gains in single-threaded performance, gaming, and power efficiency. The chips excel in thin-and-light form factors, with the Ryzen 9 5980HS showcasing high-end performance capabilities. While offering...Read more

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tomshardware.com
26/01/2021
Asus ROG Flow X13 Review: XG Mobile Meets Ryzen 9 5980HS

The Asus ROG Flow X13 with XG Mobile dock is a 13.4-inch 2-in-1 that combines an AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS CPU with an external Nvidia RTX 3080 to merge extreme portability with high-end gaming performance. While the laptop is praised for its thin, lightweight design and superior multi-core performance, the internal GTX 1650 Max-Q graphics are limiting. The proprietary PCIe 3.0 x8...Read more

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pcwelt.de
27. Januar 2021
Benchmark: Mobile AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS soundly beats Intel

The AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS, based on the Zen 3 architecture, offers a significant performance boost for laptops, closing the IPC gap with Intel and delivering 20-30% gains over its predecessor. This 8-core processor, tested in the Asus ROG Flow X13, outperforms 10th-gen Intel Core i9s while maintaining a lower 35W TDP and high power efficiency. Pros include superior single and...Read more

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computerbase.de
03/02/2021
AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS & 7 5800H “Cezanne” Review

The ComputerBase review of the AMD Ryzen 5000 mobile series ("Cezanne") highlights a major performance leap, with the Zen 3 architecture boosting single-core speeds by ~23% and dominating multi-threaded tasks over competitors. Key strengths include high efficiency due to 7nm technology and per-core voltage regulation, resulting in excellent battery life and raw processing power in...Read more

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fr.gamegpu.com
23/01/2021
AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS mobile processor review

The AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS is a 7nm Zen 3 "Cezanne" 8-core/16-thread processor designed for ultraportable laptops, featuring a 35W TDP and boost clocks up to 4.8 GHz, according to GameGPU. The architecture utilizes a unified 16MB L3 cache to reduce latency, specifically powering compact systems like the ASUS ROG Flow X13. Key pros include superior single-thread performance that...Read more

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cnetfrance.fr
16/07/2021
Asus ROG Flow X13 Review: Can this 13-inch laptop outpower a 17-inch with the XG Mobile GPU?

The Asus ROG Flow X13 is a highly versatile 2-in-1 gaming laptop featuring a sturdy, lightweight 1.3 kg magnesium-alloy chassis, a 360-degree hinge, and a 13.4-inch 120Hz IPS display with a 16:10 aspect ratio. Powered by an AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS processor, it offers top-tier performance in an ultra-portable form factor. The included ROG XG Mobile eGPU, housing an NVIDIA GeForce RTX...Read more

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tomsguide.fr
19/04/2021
Asus ROG Flow X13 Review: A great ultrabook, but forget performance without its eGPU

The Asus ROG Flow X13 paired with the XG Mobile RTX 3080 offers a unique, high-performance hybrid experience, combining a compact 1.3 kg 2-in-1 laptop with desktop-class gaming capabilities. The 13.4-inch 4K touchscreen is highly versatile for creative work and gaming, while the proprietary PCIe 3.0 x8 connection allows the external RTX 3080 to run at its full 150W capacity. Despite...Read more

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lesnumeriques.com
08/02/2021
Lab – Our first tests of the AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS

The AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS, based on the Zen 3 architecture, offers roughly 20% better single-thread performance than the 4900HS, significantly boosting efficiency in 8-core/16-thread mobile computing. Key advantages include a unified 16MB L3 cache that reduces latency, outperforming Intel’s 11th-gen chips in multi-threaded tasks and providing 30% higher performance in applications like...Read more

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leclaireur.fnac.com
21/07/2021
Asus ROG Flow X13 Review: Desktop power in a 1.3kg body

The ASUS ROG Flow X13 (2021) is a 1.3 kg, 2-in-1 convertible notebook designed to offer extreme portability alongside high-end workstation power. Featuring a 360-degree hinge and a "Gravity Wave" textured design, the device delivers a premium, versatile, and sleek aesthetic. Driven by an AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS processor, the laptop excels in CPU-intensive tasks, while the Nvidia GeForce...Read more

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frandroid.com
06/03/2021
Asus ROG Flow X13 Review: The Ultraportable That Thinks It's a Pro Gaming Rig

The Asus ROG Flow X13 (2021) is a 13-inch 2-in-1 convertible that pairs a powerful AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS processor with a thin, 1.3kg chassis. While offering solid build quality and a 360-degree hinge, its internal GTX 1650 GPU provides only average gaming performance and the screen lacks high brightness for outdoor use. The core innovation is the XG Mobile external GPU, which utilizes...Read more

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profesionalreview.com
23/01/2021
AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS proves to be 30% faster than the 4900HS 'Renoir'

The AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS, analyzed in the cited TechSpot review, marks a major advancement for laptops via the Zen 3 architecture, featuring 8 cores, 16 threads, and a 4.8 GHz boost clock, along with a unified 16MB L3 cache. Performance benchmarks indicate a 20-25% improvement in single-threaded tasks, allowing it to surpass the previous 4900HS and compete with Intel's Tiger Lake,...Read more

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tweakers.net
26/01/2021
First Ryzen 5000 Laptop Review: Fast Medion with AMD 5900HX and Nvidia RTX 3080

The Medion Erazer Beast X25, reviewed by Tweakers, is highlighted as an early, cost-effective pairing of the AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX processor with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 GPU. It offers high-performance specs, including 64GB RAM and a 2TB SSD, within a slim, magnesium-aluminum chassis featuring either a 240Hz FHD or 165Hz QHD display. Key strengths include superior...Read more

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tweakers.net
25/10/2021
Entry-level gaming laptops with RTX 3050 - Review (Including 5980HS throttling data)

The Tweakers review comparing entry-level RTX 3050 laptops highlights the Lenovo Legion 5 as superior, largely due to its higher 95W TGP compared to the HP Victus 16's 75W limit, yielding roughly 7-8% better gaming performance. The Legion also features a MUX switch for improved latency, which is absent in the budget-focused HP model. Construction and display quality heavily favor...Read more

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tweakers.net
16/07/2021
Lenovo Legion 5 Pro Review: Comparison with ASUS X13 (5980HS)

The 2021 Lenovo Legion 5 Pro is a high-performance gaming laptop, featuring an AMD Ryzen 7 5800H and high-wattage RTX 30-series GPUs designed for desktop-level power. Its standout 16-inch QHD+ (16:10) display offers excellent brightness (500 nits) and a 165Hz refresh rate, making it ideal for gaming and content creation. Additionally, the laptop features a rigid aluminum chassis and...Read more

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notebookcheck.nl
27/06/2021
Asus TUF Gaming F15 FX506HM Laptop Review (Including Ryzen 9 5980HS benchmarks)

The Asus TUF Gaming F15 FX506HM is a performance-focused, budget-friendly laptop featuring an Intel Core i7-11800H and RTX 3060 (95W TGP) that delivers strong gaming benchmarks, although at the cost of high fan noise. It offers durable, MIL-STD-810H certified construction, an easy-to-upgrade chassis, and sustained, high-speed performance in "Turbo" mode. While the 144Hz IPS display...Read more

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notebookcheck.nl
04/03/2021
Asus ROG XG Mobile Review: Gaming Convertible with AMD Ryzen 5980HS and GeForce RTX 3080

The Asus ROG XG Mobile (2021) review by NotebookCheck highlights a high-performance external GPU dock featuring an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 (150W TGP) designed for the ROG Flow X13. By utilizing a proprietary PCIe 3.0 x8 interface rather than Thunderbolt, it minimizes bottlenecks and significantly boosts gaming and productivity performance. The system acts as a comprehensive I/O dock...Read more

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ct.nl
20/04/2021
Laptop Users - Powerful high-end laptops tested - c't - Ct.nl

The c't magazine review evaluates high-end "laptoppers" equipped with Intel Core i9 or AMD Ryzen 9 processors and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 40-series GPUs, offering desktop-class performance for demanding 4K video editing and 3D rendering. These machines feature premium OLED or Mini-LED displays with high refresh rates, exceptional build quality, and versatile connectivity, including...Read more

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