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  • Avg. price: ~£1,370
  • PassMark benchmark result: 26817
  • N. of physical cores: 8
  • CPU boost clock speed: 5.0 GHz

AMD Ryzen 9 6980HX review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

6.9

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the processor's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best processors on the market.

Score components:

90.0%

6.9

Technical Score

10.0%

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User score

Good
6.9

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the processor's technical performance, covering key areas such as processing performance, core configuration, efficiency, platform support, integrated features, and thermal behavior.

When it matters: When you want to compare processors based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

60.0%

6.9

Performance

18.0%

6.4

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

7.5

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

6.7

Power & Thermal

4.0%

8.2

Platform

1.0%

8.6

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%

?

User reviews

30.0%

?

Popularity

  • 6.5
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    6.2

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    9.0

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    7.6

    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 6980HX is a flagship high-end mobile processor from the Rembrandt-H series, featuring 8 cores and 16 threads based on the Zen 3+ architecture. Manufactured on a 6nm TSMC process, it boasts a 3.3 GHz base clock and was the first Ryzen mobile chip to reach a 5.0 GHz boost frequency, supported by 16MB of L3 cache and a 45W+ TDP. Its main pros include unlocked multiplier support for overclocking, compatibility with modern standards like DDR5-4800 RAM, PCIe 4.0, and USB4, as well as an integrated Radeon 680M iGPU that significantly improves graphical performance over previous generations. On the downside, its multi-core performance often trails behind contemporaneous Intel 12th Gen 'Alder Lake' competitors with higher core counts, and it requires substantial cooling and power headroom to maintain its peak clock speeds effectively.

Technical Specifications of processor AMD Ryzen 9 6980HX

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%

?

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

?

Power & Thermal

4.0%

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Platform

1.0%

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Integrated Graphics

6.9
AMD Ryzen 9 6980HX has a technical score of 6.9 points, which is higher than that of 82.6% 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 6980HX 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%

6.9

Overall score

40.0%

3.3

Price

5.8
AMD Ryzen 9 6980HX has a quality-to-price ratio of 5.8 points, which is lower than 73.6% 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 6980HX 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 9 6980HX 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 9 6980HX 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 6980HX 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 6980HX 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 6980HX 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

5.0 GHz
AMD Ryzen 9 6980HX reaches a boost clock of 5.0 GHz which is higher than that of 80.3% of processors and equal to that of 5.7% 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 3.3 GHz
AMD Ryzen 9 6980HX has a base clock of 8x3.3 GHz which is equal to that of 100% of processors.
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Semiconductor size
What it is: The manufacturing process node used to produce the processor, usually expressed in nanometers.
When it matters: When efficiency, heat, and the relative modernity of the chip-making process matter to your comparison.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <10 nm

6 nm
AMD Ryzen 9 6980HX 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 9 6980HX 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 9 6980HX 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 6980HX 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 6980HX 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 9 6980HX 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 9 6980HX 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 9 6980HX 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 9 6980HX 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 6980HX 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 9 6980HX 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 9 6980HX 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

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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), AV1 (HW decode)
AMD Ryzen 9 6980HX supports H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode), AV1 (HW decode) media codecs, which is broader support than 81.6% of processors and equal to 3.2% 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

45 W
AMD Ryzen 9 6980HX has a TDP of 45 W which is lower than that of 39.9% of processors and equal to that of 11.4% of processors.
Base power (PL1)
What it is: The sustained power target used for longer CPU loads.
When it matters: When you choose cooling and power delivery for sustained workloads.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <30 W

45 W
AMD Ryzen 9 6980HX has a base power of 45 W which is lower than that of 39.7% of processors and equal to that of 11.6% of processors.
Boost power (PL2)
What it is: The short-term boost power limit the processor may draw under heavier turbo loads.
When it matters: When you size cooling and power delivery for peak turbo behavior.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <50 W

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Tau (power duration limit)
What it is: The time limit the CPU can stay at higher boost power before dropping toward sustained power.
When it matters: When you want to understand turbo behavior under longer loads.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=28 s

N/A
Configurable TDP
What it is: Allows the processor to run in alternate power modes instead of being fixed to one default TDP target.
When it matters: When you want more control over heat, noise, and power draw in compact systems, quieter builds, or thermally limited machines.

Importance: LOW

yes
AMD Ryzen 9 6980HX supports configurable TDP. 52.9% of processors support configurable TDP.
cTDP: 45 W
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AMD Ryzen 9 6980HX vs the average processor

  • 2.06x better multi-core performance
    AMD Ryzen 9 6980HX has a higher multi-core performance than the average processor (5,745 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 6980HX has a higher multi-core performance than the average processor (5,745 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.5,745 vs 2,783
  • 2.55x higher PassMark score
    AMD Ryzen 9 6980HX has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (26,817 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 6980HX has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (26,817 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.26,817 vs 10,532.5
  • Unlocked for overclocking
    AMD Ryzen 9 6980HX has an unlocked multiplier, the average processor does not.
    What it is: Has an unlocked CPU multiplier, which makes manual CPU overclocking much easier on supported platforms.
    When it matters: When you plan to push clock speeds beyond stock settings instead of leaving the processor completely at default behavior.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    AMD Ryzen 9 6980HX has an unlocked multiplier, the average processor does not.
  • 16.3% higher boost clock
    AMD Ryzen 9 6980HX has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (5 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 6980HX has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (5 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.5.0 GHz vs 4.3 GHz
  • 36.4% better single-core performance
    AMD Ryzen 9 6980HX has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,388 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 6980HX has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,388 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.3,388 vs 2,483
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    AMD Ryzen 9 6980HX 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 9 6980HX uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Rembrandt vs Kaby Lake).Rembrandt vs Kaby Lake
  • 2.18x higher memory speed
    AMD Ryzen 9 6980HX 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 9 6980HX 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 9 6980HX 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 6980HX has more CPU threads than the average processor (16 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.16 vs 8
  • 2.06x better multi-core performance
    AMD Ryzen 9 6980HX has a higher multi-core performance than the average processor (5,745 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.
  • 2.55x higher PassMark score
    AMD Ryzen 9 6980HX has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (26,817 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
  • Unlocked for overclocking
    AMD Ryzen 9 6980HX has an unlocked multiplier, the average processor does not.
  • 16.3% higher boost clock
    AMD Ryzen 9 6980HX has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (5 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
  • 36.4% better single-core performance
    AMD Ryzen 9 6980HX has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,388 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • 8 more CPU threads
    AMD Ryzen 9 6980HX has more CPU threads than the average processor (16 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
  • 2 more CPU cores
    AMD Ryzen 9 6980HX has more CPU cores than the average processor (8 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    AMD Ryzen 9 6980HX uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Rembrandt vs Kaby Lake).
  • 50% smaller process node
    AMD Ryzen 9 6980HX 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 9 6980HX uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (TSMC 6 nm vs Intel 14 nm).
  • 2x larger L3 cache
    AMD Ryzen 9 6980HX 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 9 6980HX 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 6980HX 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 9 6980HX 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 9 6980HX 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 9 6980HX supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (4 vs 3.0).
  • Supports memory overclocking
    AMD Ryzen 9 6980HX supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not.
  • 4 more PCIe lanes
    AMD Ryzen 9 6980HX has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (20 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
  • Newer DDR support
    AMD Ryzen 9 6980HX supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR5 vs DDR4).
  • 67.7% higher memory bandwidth
    AMD Ryzen 9 6980HX 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 9 6980HX uses a better integrated GPU than the average processor (Radeon 680M vs Intel UHD Graphics 630).
  • 1 more supported displays
    AMD Ryzen 9 6980HX has more supported displays than the average processor (4 vs 3). The average processor supports 3 displays.
  • 5 °C lower CPU temperature
    AMD Ryzen 9 6980HX 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.

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Memory & PCIe
Integrated Graphics
Power & Thermal
  • Older TPM support
    AMD Ryzen 9 6980HX supports an older TPM version than the average processor (fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0).
  • 16.9% larger die size
    AMD Ryzen 9 6980HX has a higher die size than the average processor (208 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
  • 50% fewer GPU execution units
    AMD Ryzen 9 6980HX 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 9 6980HX has a lower TJ Max than the average processor (95 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor has a TJ Max of 100 °C.
  • 5.48x more expensive
    AMD Ryzen 9 6980HX is more expensive than the average processor (£1,370 vs £250).
    AMD Ryzen 9 6980HX is more expensive than the average processor (£1,370 vs £250).£1,370 vs £250
  • 5 °C lower TJ Max
    AMD Ryzen 9 6980HX 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 9 6980HX 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
  • 16.9% larger die size
    AMD Ryzen 9 6980HX 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 9 6980HX 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
  • 9.6% worse value for money
    AMD Ryzen 9 6980HX has worse value for money than the average processor (5.81 vs 6.367).
    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.
    AMD Ryzen 9 6980HX has worse value for money than the average processor (5.81 vs 6.367).5.81 vs 6.37
  • Older TPM support
    AMD Ryzen 9 6980HX 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 6980HX 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 9 6980HX 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 9 6980HX 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 9 6980HX?

  • Flagship performance with a max boost clock of up to 5.0 GHz, the first Ryzen mobile chip to reach this milestone
  • Significant gains over previous generations, showing roughly 12% better single-core and 33% better multi-core performance than the 5900HX
  • Best-in-class integrated graphics (Radeon 680M) based on RDNA2 architecture, capable of handling 1080p gaming on its own
  • High energy efficiency due to the modern TSMC 6nm production process
  • Unlocked multiplier allows for easy overclocking on supported enthusiast laptops
  • Modern feature support including DDR5 memory, PCIe Gen 4, USB 4.0, and WiFi 6E

What customers dislike about AMD Ryzen 9 6980HX?

  • Multi-core performance generally trails behind competing Intel 12th Gen Alder Lake i9 processors
  • Can run quite hot, often reaching temperatures up to 85-95°C under heavy loads depending on the laptop chassis
  • Limited availability in high-tier laptops compared to the more common Intel Core i9 options
  • Marginal architectural improvements in the Zen 3+ cores compared to the standard Zen 3 design
  • Requires high-speed DDR5 RAM to fully utilize the integrated GPU's potential, adding to system cost
  • Loud cooling fans are often necessary to manage the 45W+ TDP when under full load

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Mobile Processors - Benchmark List (Including R9 6980HX test results)

The Notebookcheck Mobile Processors Benchmark List acts as a comprehensive, live database covering thousands of laptop CPUs, utilizing a mix of internal tests and external data to provide average performance scores, ranging from high-end i9-13900HX chips to entry-level U-series options. A major strength is its deep technical detail, including specific benchmarks like Cinebench and...Read more

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