AMD Ryzen 7 1800X vs AMD Ryzen 7 5800X

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Performance
Ryzen 7 1800X
13,78237% of 36,991
Ryzen 7 5800X72% better
23,703.564% of 36,991

The Ryzen 7 5800X has 72% better performance than the Ryzen 7 1800X for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Ryzen 7 1800X
27.6223% of 121.53
Ryzen 7 5800X91% better
52.7943% of 121.53

The Ryzen 7 5800X has 91% better value for the money than the Ryzen 7 1800X for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

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Summary

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About the AMD Ryzen 7 1800X CPU

The AMD Ryzen 7 1800X is a 8-core (16-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q1 2017 with a suggested retail price of $499. It is part of AMD's Ryzen 7 lineup, which is based on the Zen microarchitecture. The 1800X is compatible with AMD Socket AM4 motherboards and is fabricated on GlobalFoundries's 14 nm manufacturing process.

Memory and Cache

The Ryzen 7 1800X supports DDR4 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Ryzen 7 1800X 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 7 1800X 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 3.6 GHz, and it can boost up to 4.0 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 7 1800X 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 7 1800X has the 160th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 37.26% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 13,782 score and $499 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 27.62. This is the 131st best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

About the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X CPU

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X is a 8-core (16-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q4 2020 with a suggested retail price of $449. It is part of AMD's Ryzen 7 lineup, which is based on the Zen 3 microarchitecture. The 5800X is compatible with AMD Socket AM4 motherboards and is fabricated on TSMC's 7 nm manufacturing process.

Memory and Cache

The Ryzen 7 5800X supports DDR4 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Ryzen 7 5800X has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 64 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 32 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Ryzen 7 5800X 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 3.8 GHz, and it can boost up to 4.7 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 7 5800X 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 7 5800X has the 39th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 64.08% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 23,703.5 score and $449 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 52.79. This is the 40th best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

General Info

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

InfoRyzen 7 1800XRyzen 7 5800X
ManufacturerAMDAMD
SeriesRyzen 7Ryzen 7
Market SegmentDesktopDesktop
Release DateQ1 2017Q4 2020
Launch Price (MSRP)$499$449
Production StatusActiveActive
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Ryzen 7 1800X
13,78237% of 36,991
Ryzen 7 5800X72% better
23,703.564% of 36,991

The Ryzen 7 5800X has 72% better performance than the Ryzen 7 1800X for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Ryzen 7 1800X is ranked 160th with a score of 13,782, and the Ryzen 7 5800X is ranked 39th with a score of 23,703.5.

Performance per dollar
Ryzen 7 1800X
27.6223% of 121.53
Ryzen 7 5800X91% better
52.7943% of 121.53

The Ryzen 7 5800X has 91% better value for the money than the Ryzen 7 1800X for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Ryzen 7 1800X is ranked 131st with a performance per dollar of 27.62, and the Ryzen 7 5800X is ranked 40th with a performance per dollar of 52.79.

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 7 1800X or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Core i5-13400F23,820+73%
Core i7-12700F23,748+72%
Ryzen 7 5800X23,703.5+72%
Core i5-1340023,120+68%
Core i9-10900K21,935+59%
Ryzen 7 270013,959+1%
Core i7-970013,939+1%
Ryzen 7 1800X13,782
Core i7-870013,310-3%
Ryzen 3 3300X12,952-6%

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 7 1800X or
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Core i7-1170055.98+103%
Ryzen 7 3700X55.57+101%
Ryzen 7 5800X52.79+91%
Ryzen 9 7900X50.51+83%
Ryzen 7 3800XT47.38+72%
Core i7-479029.27+6%
Core i7-4790S27.7+0%
Ryzen 7 1800X27.62
Core i7-5775C27.26-1%
Core i7-8086K27.19-2%

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 7 1800XRyzen 7 5800X
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
13,782
23,703.5
(+71.99%)
3DMark Time Spy CPU
8,003
11,652
(+45.6%)
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
1,618
2,608.5
(+61.22%)
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
160.8
265.5
(+65.11%)
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
5,659
10,260
(+81.3%)
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
1,138
2,201
(+93.41%)
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
16,378
27,884
(+70.25%)
CPU Mark Single-Thread
2,198
3,445
(+56.73%)
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 7 1800XRyzen 7 5800X
ManufacturerAMDAMD
FoundryGlobalFoundriesTSMC
Process Size14 nm7 nm
Transistors4,800 million4,150 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 7 1800XRyzen 7 5800X
SeriesRyzen 7Ryzen 7
MicroarchitectureZenZen 3
CodenameZenVermeer
Memory SupportDDR4DDR4
Memory ChannelsDual-channelDual-channel
ECC MemoryYesYes

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 7 1800XRyzen 7 5800X
Cores88
Threads1616
Clock Speed3.6 GHz3.8 GHz
Turbo Clock4.0 GHz4.7 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier36.0x38.0x
Multiplier UnlockedYesYes

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 7 1800XRyzen 7 5800X
L1 Cache96 KB64 KB
L2 Cache512 KB512 KB
L3 Cache16 MB32 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 7 1800XRyzen 7 5800X
SocketAMD Socket AM4AMD Socket AM4
PCI ExpressPCIe 3.0 x16PCIe 4.0 x20
Thermal Design Power (TDP)95 W105 W
Package Power Tracking (PPT)--142 W
Tcase Max--95 °C
TJ Max95 °C90 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecRyzen 7 1800XRyzen 7 5800X
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, XFRMMX, 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, XFR 2

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