Intel Core i9-10980XE vs AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D

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Performance
Core i9-10980XE
20,45255% of 36,991
Ryzen 7 7800X3D61% better
32,94789% of 36,991

The Ryzen 7 7800X3D has 61% better performance than the Core i9-10980XE for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Core i9-10980XE
19.0116% of 121.53
Ryzen 7 7800X3D286% better
73.3860% of 121.53

The Ryzen 7 7800X3D has 286% better value for the money than the Core i9-10980XE for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

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Summary

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About the Intel Core i9-10980XE CPU

The Intel Core i9-10980XE is an end-of-life 18-core (36-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q4 2019 with a suggested retail price of $1,076. It is part of Intel's Core i9 Extreme lineup, which is based on the X-Series 10th Gen microarchitecture. The i9-10980XE is compatible with Intel Socket 2066 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 14 nm manufacturing process.

Memory and Cache

The Core i9-10980XE supports DDR4 memory and features a quad-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 4 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i9-10980XE 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 i9-10980XE 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 4.8 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 i9-10980XE 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 i9-10980XE has the 71st best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 55.29% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 20,452 score and $1,076 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 19.01. This is the 163rd best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

About the AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D CPU

The AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D is a 8-core (16-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q1 2023 with a suggested retail price of $449. It is part of AMD's Ryzen 7 lineup, which is based on the Zen 4 microarchitecture. The 7800X3D is compatible with AMD Socket AM5 motherboards and is fabricated on TSMC's 5 nm manufacturing process. It features the Radeon Graphics integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Ryzen 7 7800X3D 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 7800X3D 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 96 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Ryzen 7 7800X3D 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 4.2 GHz, and it can boost up to 5.0 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 7800X3D includes an integrated graphics solution called Radeon 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 Ryzen 7 7800X3D has the 3rd best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 89.07% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 32,947 score and $449 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 73.38. This is the 19th 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.

InfoCore i9-10980XERyzen 7 7800X3D
ManufacturerIntelAMD
SeriesCore i9 ExtremeRyzen 7
Market SegmentDesktopDesktop
Release DateQ4 2019Q1 2023
Launch Price (MSRP)$1,076$449
Production StatusEnd-of-lifeActive
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Core i9-10980XE
20,45255% of 36,991
Ryzen 7 7800X3D61% better
32,94789% of 36,991

The Ryzen 7 7800X3D has 61% better performance than the Core i9-10980XE for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i9-10980XE is ranked 71st with a score of 20,452, and the Ryzen 7 7800X3D is ranked 3rd with a score of 32,947.

Performance per dollar
Core i9-10980XE
19.0116% of 121.53
Ryzen 7 7800X3D286% better
73.3860% of 121.53

The Ryzen 7 7800X3D has 286% better value for the money than the Core i9-10980XE for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i9-10980XE is ranked 163rd with a performance per dollar of 19.01, and the Ryzen 7 7800X3D is ranked 19th with a performance per dollar of 73.38.

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 i9-10980XE or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Ryzen 9 7950X3D36,991+81%
Ryzen 9 7950X35,243+72%
Ryzen 7 7800X3D32,947+61%
Core i7-14700K32,336+58%
Core i5-14600K31,641+55%
Ryzen 9 3950X21,016+3%
Core i9-11900K20,662+1%
Core i9-10980XE20,452
Ryzen 7 5700X20,010-2%
Ryzen 5 5600X19,649-4%

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 i9-10980XE or
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Core i7-1270077.43+307%
Core i7-13700K76.32+302%
Ryzen 7 7800X3D73.38+286%
Core i7-12700F73.3+286%
Core i7-1370069.98+268%
Ryzen 9 3950X28.06+48%
Core i7-8086K27.19+43%
Core i9-10980XE19.01
Ryzen Threadripper 1950X17.85-6%
Core i9-9980XE9.72-49%

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 i9-10980XERyzen 7 7800X3D
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
20,452
32,947
(+61.09%)
3DMark Time Spy CPU
12,436
(+3.85%)
11,975
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
3,744
(+30.07%)
2,878.5
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
208
281.5
(+35.34%)
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
12,156
14,288
(+17.54%)
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
1,598
2,634
(+64.83%)
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
32,822
34,298
(+4.5%)
CPU Mark Single-Thread
2,650
3,753
(+41.62%)
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 i9-10980XERyzen 7 7800X3D
ManufacturerIntelAMD
FoundryIntelTSMC
Process Size14 nm5 nm
Transistors--11,270 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 i9-10980XERyzen 7 7800X3D
SeriesCore i9 ExtremeRyzen 7
MicroarchitectureX-Series 10th GenZen 4
CodenameCascade Lake-XRaphael
Memory SupportDDR4DDR5
Memory ChannelsQuad-channelDual-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 i9-10980XERyzen 7 7800X3D
Cores188
Threads3616
Clock Speed3.0 GHz4.2 GHz
Turbo Clock4.8 GHz5.0 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier30.0x42.0x
Multiplier UnlockedYesNo

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 i9-10980XERyzen 7 7800X3D
L1 Cache64 KB64 KB
L2 Cache1 MB1 MB
L3 Cache24.75 MB96 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 i9-10980XERyzen 7 7800X3D
SocketIntel Socket 2066AMD Socket AM5
PCI ExpressPCIe 3.0 x48PCIe 5.0 x24
Thermal Design Power (TDP)165 W120 W
Package Power Tracking (PPT)--162 W
Tcase Max--61 °C
TJ Max86 °C89 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecCore i9-10980XERyzen 7 7800X3D
Integrated Graphics--Radeon Graphics
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, 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 3.0MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AES, AVX, AVX2, AVX-512, 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.