Intel Core i9-10980HK vs AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX

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Performance
Core i9-10980HK
16,26844% of 36,991
Ryzen 9 7845HX36% better
22,07360% of 36,991

The Ryzen 9 7845HX has 36% better performance than the Core i9-10980HK for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Core i9-10980HK
25.321% of 121.53
Ryzen 9 7845HX
No data available

The Core i9-10980HK has 21% 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 Intel Core i9-10980HK CPU

The Intel Core i9-10980HK is an end-of-life 8-core (16-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q2 2020 with a suggested retail price of $643. It is part of Intel's Core i9 lineup, which is based on the Comet Lake-H microarchitecture. The i9-10980HK is compatible with Intel BGA 1440 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 14 nm manufacturing process. It features the UHD Graphics integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Core i9-10980HK supports DDR4 memory. In terms of cache, the Core i9-10980HK 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 256 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 Core i9-10980HK 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 2.4 GHz, and it can boost up to 5.3 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 i9-10980HK includes an integrated graphics solution called UHD Graphics. 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 & Value

The Core i9-10980HK has the 117th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 43.98% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 16,268 score and $643 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 25.3. This is the 143rd best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

About the AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX CPU

The AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX is a 12-core (24-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q1 2023. It is part of AMD's Ryzen 9 lineup, which is based on the Zen 4 microarchitecture. The 7845HX is compatible with AMD Socket FL1 motherboards and is fabricated on TSMC's 5 nm manufacturing process. It features the Radeon 610M integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Ryzen 9 7845HX supports DDR5 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Ryzen 9 7845HX 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 64 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Ryzen 9 7845HX features 12 total cores which can process 24 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 5.2 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 9 7845HX includes an integrated graphics solution called Radeon 610M. 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 9 7845HX has the 57th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 59.67% 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.

InfoCore i9-10980HKRyzen 9 7845HX
ManufacturerIntelAMD
SeriesCore i9Ryzen 9
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release DateQ2 2020Q1 2023
Launch Price (MSRP)$643--
Production StatusEnd-of-lifeActive
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Core i9-10980HK
16,26844% of 36,991
Ryzen 9 7845HX36% better
22,07360% of 36,991

The Ryzen 9 7845HX has 36% better performance than the Core i9-10980HK for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i9-10980HK is ranked 117th with a score of 16,268, and the Ryzen 9 7845HX is ranked 57th with a score of 22,073.

Performance per dollar
Core i9-10980HK
25.321% of 121.53
Ryzen 9 7845HX
No data available

The Core i9-10980HK has 48% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

Core i9-10980HK's 25.3 performance per dollar ranks it 143rd 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:Core i9-10980HK or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Ryzen 9 8945HS22,175+36%
Core i9-12900H22,093+36%
Ryzen 9 7845HX22,073+36%
Core i7-12800H22,022+35%
Core i5-13450HX21,982+35%
Core i9-11950H16,377.5+1%
Core i7-1370P16,281+0%
Core i9-10980HK16,268
Core i7-11850H16,156-1%
Core i5-1340P15,837.5-3%

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:Core i9-10980HK orRyzen 9 7845HX
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Xeon E-2276M27.93+10%
Core i7-11370H27.51+9%
Core i7-11375H26.88+6%
Xeon E-2176M26.06+3%
Core i9-10885H25.7+2%
Core i9-10980HK25.3
Core i7-11390H24.89-2%
Core i7-1195G724.5-3%
Core i7-7920HQ17.62-30%
Core i7-4940MX8.58-66%

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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BenchmarkCore i9-10980HKRyzen 9 7845HX
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
16,268
22,073
(+35.68%)
3DMark Time Spy CPU
9,439
11,961
(+26.72%)
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
1,737
4,320
(+148.7%)
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
206
295
(+43.2%)
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
--
12,585
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
--
2,729
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
15,480
45,731
(+195.42%)
CPU Mark Single-Thread
2,778
3,979
(+43.23%)
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.

SpecCore i9-10980HKRyzen 9 7845HX
ManufacturerIntelAMD
FoundryIntelTSMC
Process Size14 nm5 nm
Transistors--13,140 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.

SpecCore i9-10980HKRyzen 9 7845HX
SeriesCore i9Ryzen 9
MicroarchitectureComet Lake-HZen 4
CodenameComet Lake-HDragon Range
Memory SupportDDR4DDR5
Memory Channels--Dual-channel
ECC MemoryNoYes

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.

SpecCore i9-10980HKRyzen 9 7845HX
Cores812
Threads1624
Clock Speed2.4 GHz3.0 GHz
Turbo Clock5.3 GHz5.2 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier24.0x30.0x
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.

SpecCore i9-10980HKRyzen 9 7845HX
L1 Cache64 KB64 KB
L2 Cache256 KB1 MB
L3 Cache16 MB64 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.

SpecCore i9-10980HKRyzen 9 7845HX
SocketIntel BGA 1440AMD Socket FL1
PCI ExpressPCIe 3.0 x16PCIe 5.0 x28
Thermal Design Power (TDP)45 W55 W
Tcase Max72 °C--
TJ Max100 °C100 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecCore i9-10980HKRyzen 9 7845HX
Integrated GraphicsUHD GraphicsRadeon 610M
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, VT-x, VT-d, HTT, AES-NI, TSX, TXT, CLMUL, FMA3, F16C, BMI1, BMI2, Boost 2.0MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AES, AVX, AVX2, AVX-512, BMI1, BMI2, SHA, F16C, FMA3, NX-Bit, 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.