AMD Ryzen 5 2600 vs AMD Ryzen 7 4980U

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Performance
Ryzen 5 26005% better
12,40534% of 36,991
Ryzen 7 4980U
11,75932% of 36,991

The Ryzen 5 2600 has 5% better performance than the Ryzen 7 4980U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Ryzen 5 2600
62.3451% of 121.53
Ryzen 7 4980U
No data available

The Ryzen 5 2600 has 51% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: Intel Core i5-13400F.

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Summary

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About the AMD Ryzen 5 2600 CPU

The AMD Ryzen 5 2600 is a 6-core (12-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q2 2018 with a suggested retail price of $199. It is part of AMD's Ryzen 5 lineup, which is based on the Zen+ microarchitecture. The 2600 is compatible with AMD Socket AM4 motherboards and is fabricated on GlobalFoundries's 12 nm manufacturing process.

Memory and Cache

The Ryzen 5 2600 supports DDR4 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Ryzen 5 2600 has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 96 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 512 KB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 16 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Ryzen 5 2600 features 6 total cores which can process 12 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 3.4 GHz, and it can boost up to 3.9 GHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is unlocked, enabling overclocking for those seeking to push the CPU's performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Ryzen 5 2600 does not include an integrated graphics solution. A dedicated graphics card will be required if you require a monitor with your computer.

Benchmark Performance & Value

The Ryzen 5 2600 has the 185th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 33.54% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 12,405 score and $199 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 62.34. This is the 30th best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

About the AMD Ryzen 7 4980U CPU

The AMD Ryzen 7 4980U is a 8-core (16-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. The 4980U is compatible with FP6 motherboards and is fabricated on a 7 nm manufacturing process.

Memory and Cache

In terms of cache, the Ryzen 7 4980U has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 512 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 4 MB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 8 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Ryzen 7 4980U features 8 total cores which can process 16 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 2000.0 MHz, and it can boost up to 4400.0 MHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture.

Integrated Graphics

The Ryzen 7 4980U does not include an integrated graphics solution. A dedicated graphics card will be required if you require a monitor with your computer.

Benchmark Performance

The Ryzen 7 4980U has the 202nd best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 31.79% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

General Info

General overview of the CPU, including details like its manufacturer, release date, launch price, and current production status.

InfoRyzen 5 2600Ryzen 7 4980U
ManufacturerAMDAMD
SeriesRyzen 5--
Market SegmentDesktopMobile
Release DateQ2 2018--
Launch Price (MSRP)$199--
Production StatusActive--
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Ryzen 5 26005% better
12,40534% of 36,991
Ryzen 7 4980U
11,75932% of 36,991

The Ryzen 5 2600 has 5% better performance than the Ryzen 7 4980U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Ryzen 5 2600 is ranked 185th with a score of 12,405, and the Ryzen 7 4980U is ranked 202nd with a score of 11,759.

Performance per dollar
Ryzen 5 2600
62.3451% of 121.53
Ryzen 7 4980U
No data available

The Ryzen 5 2600 has 118% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

Ryzen 5 2600's 62.34 performance per dollar ranks it 30th among the other benchmarked CPUs in our database.

Relative Performance

The average score in the benchmark test can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative performance. Generally, powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.

Choose Baseline CPU:Ryzen 5 2600 or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Ryzen 3 3300X12,952+4%
Ryzen 7 170012,723+3%
Ryzen 5 260012,405
Ryzen 5 2600X12,074-3%
Ryzen 7 PRO 4750U11,889-4%
Core i5-1155G711,849-4%
Ryzen 7 4980U11,759-5%
Xeon E-2176M11,727-5%
Core i7-11370H11,719-6%
Core i7-8086K11,554-7%

Relative Value For Money

The average performance per dollar in the benchmark test can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative value. A higher score implies a better value for your money.

Choose Baseline CPU:Ryzen 5 2600 orRyzen 7 4980U
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Core i5-11400F97.88+57%
Core i3-9100F71.66+15%
Ryzen 5 5600X65.72+5%
Ryzen 5 5600G63.85+2%
Core i5-11600K62.52+0%
Ryzen 5 260062.34
Ryzen 7 3700X55.57-11%
Ryzen 3 120054.82-12%
Ryzen 5 2600X52.72-15%
Core i5-840051.94-17%

Benchmark Scores

This table showcases the average performance scores achieved by both CPUs across industry-standard benchmark tests. These scores provide a valuable insight into overall performance. Powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.

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BenchmarkRyzen 5 2600Ryzen 7 4980U
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
12,405
(+5.49%)
11,759
3DMark Time Spy CPU
6,265
(+5.88%)
5,917
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
1,248
1,658
(+32.85%)
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
157.3
182
(+15.7%)
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
4,895
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Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
1,163
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CPU Mark Multi-Thread
13,198
17,469
(+32.36%)
CPU Mark Single-Thread
2,245
2,752
(+22.58%)
Benchmarks Source: Notebookcheck

Technical Specs

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Manufacturing Details

Information about the CPU's manufacturing like its foundry, process size, and transistor count.

SpecRyzen 5 2600Ryzen 7 4980U
ManufacturerAMDAMD
FoundryGlobalFoundries--
Process Size12 nm7 nm
Transistors4,800 million--

Architecture

CPU architecture specs like its memory channels, memory support, and microarchitecture. Newer CPU architectures can minimize bottlenecks and improve execution efficiency using more advanced techniques.

SpecRyzen 5 2600Ryzen 7 4980U
SeriesRyzen 5--
MicroarchitectureZen+--
CodenameZen--
Memory SupportDDR4--
Memory ChannelsDual-channel--
ECC MemoryNo--

Cores & Clock Speeds

Processing power information like its cores and clock speed. These specs impact how fast they can handle instructions and tasks. These have a strong impact on the CPU's performance.

SpecRyzen 5 2600Ryzen 7 4980U
Cores68
Threads1216
Clock Speed3.4 GHz2000.0 MHz
Turbo Clock3.9 GHz4400.0 MHz
Base Clock100 MHz--
Multiplier34.0x--
Multiplier UnlockedYes--

Cache

CPU cache specs like its L1 & L2 cache. These provide the CPU with a small, but super-fast memory access. A larger cache can improve a CPU's performance.

SpecRyzen 5 2600Ryzen 7 4980U
L1 Cache96 KB512 KB
L2 Cache512 KB4 MB
L3 Cache16 MB8 MB

Compatibility & Power Consumption

Compatibility and power consumption information like its socket type, thermal design power, power limits. These can help verify the CPU's compatibility with other PC components.

SpecRyzen 5 2600Ryzen 7 4980U
SocketAMD Socket AM4FP6
PCI ExpressPCIe 3.0 x16--
Thermal Design Power (TDP)65 W15 W
TJ Max95 °C105 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

Additional CPU features like its bundled coolers, integrated graphics, and extensions/technologies.

SpecRyzen 5 2600Ryzen 7 4980U
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AES, AVX, AVX2, BMI1, BMI2, SHA, F16C, FMA3, AMD64, EVP, AMD-V, SMAP, SMEP, SMT, Precision Boost 2--

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* Performance rating, performance per dollar, and rankings are based on the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark and MSRP.