AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850U vs Intel Core i9-9980XE

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Performance
Ryzen 7 PRO 6850U
14,13938% of 36,991
Core i9-9980XE36% better
19,23752% of 36,991

The Core i9-9980XE has 36% better performance than the Ryzen 7 PRO 6850U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Ryzen 7 PRO 6850U
No data available
Core i9-9980XE
9.728% of 121.53

The Core i9-9980XE has 8% 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 7 PRO 6850U CPU

The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850U is a 8-core (16-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q2 2022. It is part of AMD's Ryzen 7 lineup, which is based on the Zen 3+ microarchitecture. The PRO 6850U is compatible with AMD Socket FP7 motherboards and is fabricated on TSMC's 6 nm manufacturing process. It features the Radeon 680M integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Ryzen 7 PRO 6850U supports DDR5 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Ryzen 7 PRO 6850U 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 16 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Ryzen 7 PRO 6850U 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 2.7 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 locked, making it incapable of overclocking for pushing performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Ryzen 7 PRO 6850U includes an integrated graphics solution called Radeon 680M. This graphics processor is directly integrated into the CPU and is not as powerful as a dedicated graphics card. While integrated graphics can handle basic tasks like web browsing and office applications, it is not suitable for more demanding activities such as gaming or video editing, where a dedicated graphics card offers superior performance.

Benchmark Performance

The Ryzen 7 PRO 6850U has the 152nd best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 38.22% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

About the Intel Core i9-9980XE CPU

The Intel Core i9-9980XE is an end-of-life 18-core (36-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q4 2018 with a suggested retail price of $1,979. It is part of Intel's Core i9 Extreme lineup, which is based on the X-Series 9th Gen microarchitecture. The i9-9980XE is compatible with Intel Socket 2066 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 14 nm manufacturing process.

Memory and Cache

The Core i9-9980XE supports DDR4 memory and features a quad-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 4 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i9-9980XE 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 1 MB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 24.75 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i9-9980XE features 18 total cores which can process 36 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 3.0 GHz, and it can boost up to 4.5 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 Core i9-9980XE 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 Core i9-9980XE has the 77th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 52.00% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 19,237 score and $1,979 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 9.72. This is the 195th 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 PRO 6850UCore i9-9980XE
ManufacturerAMDIntel
SeriesRyzen 7Core i9 Extreme
Market SegmentMobileDesktop
Release DateQ2 2022Q4 2018
Launch Price (MSRP)--$1,979
Production StatusActiveEnd-of-life
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Ryzen 7 PRO 6850U
14,13938% of 36,991
Core i9-9980XE36% better
19,23752% of 36,991

The Core i9-9980XE has 36% better performance than the Ryzen 7 PRO 6850U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Ryzen 7 PRO 6850U is ranked 152nd with a score of 14,139, and the Core i9-9980XE is ranked 77th with a score of 19,237.

Performance per dollar
Ryzen 7 PRO 6850U
No data available
Core i9-9980XE
9.728% of 121.53

The Core i9-9980XE has 18% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

Core i9-9980XE's 9.72 performance per dollar ranks it 0th 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.

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CPUBenchmark Performance
Ryzen 5 5600X19,649+39%
Core i5-12400F19,436+37%
Core i9-9980XE19,237+36%
Ryzen 9 3900X18,932+34%
Ryzen 7 3800XT18,905+34%
Core i7-1260P14,251+1%
Ryzen 5 6600H14,220+1%
Ryzen 7 PRO 6850U14,139
Ryzen 7 7735U14,022-1%
Ryzen 9 PRO 6950HS13,952-1%

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 PRO 6850U orCore i9-9980XE
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Ryzen 9 3950X28.06+189%
Core i7-5775C27.26+180%
Core i9-10980XE19.01+96%
Ryzen Threadripper 1950X17.85+84%
Core i9-7900X15.28+57%
Core i9-9980XE9.72
Core i7-6950X9.52-2%

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 PRO 6850UCore i9-9980XE
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
14,139
19,237
(+36.06%)
3DMark Time Spy CPU
7,059
10,963
(+55.31%)
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
1,726
3,735.5
(+116.43%)
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
237.5
(+20.25%)
197.5
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
7,475
11,397
(+52.47%)
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
1,765
(+23.08%)
1,434
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
20,870
31,988
(+53.27%)
CPU Mark Single-Thread
3,242
(+26.44%)
2,564
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 PRO 6850UCore i9-9980XE
ManufacturerAMDIntel
FoundryTSMCIntel
Process Size6 nm14 nm

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 PRO 6850UCore i9-9980XE
SeriesRyzen 7Core i9 Extreme
MicroarchitectureZen 3+X-Series 9th Gen
CodenameRembrandtSkylake-X
Memory SupportDDR5DDR4
Memory ChannelsDual-channelQuad-channel
ECC MemoryNoNo

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 PRO 6850UCore i9-9980XE
Cores818
Threads1636
Clock Speed2.7 GHz3.0 GHz
Turbo Clock4.7 GHz4.5 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier27.0x30.0x
Multiplier UnlockedNoYes

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 PRO 6850UCore i9-9980XE
L1 Cache64 KB64 KB
L2 Cache512 KB1 MB
L3 Cache16 MB24.75 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 PRO 6850UCore i9-9980XE
SocketAMD Socket FP7Intel Socket 2066
PCI ExpressPCIe 4.0 x20PCIe 3.0 x44
Thermal Design Power (TDP)15 W165 W
TJ Max95 °C84 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecRyzen 7 PRO 6850UCore i9-9980XE
Integrated GraphicsRadeon 680M--
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, XFR 2MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, AVX-512, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, VT-x, VT-d, HTT, AES-NI, TSX, TXT, CLMUL, FMA3, F16C, BMI1, BMI2, Boost 2.0, Boost 3.0

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