AMD Ryzen 9 6980HS
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Q1/2022
AMD Ryzen 9 6980HS

Processor AMD Ryzen 9 6980HS, specifications and benchmarks

129 place in the overall ranking CPUs!
The AMD Ryzen 9 6980HS processor is installed in FP7 socket boards and operates at a frequency of 3.30 GHz. The AMD Ryzen 9 6980HS has a total of 8 / 16 cores. Release date: Q1/2022. TDP is 35 W. This review will provide all the technical specifications and detailed data about the AMD Ryzen 9 6980HS processor. Discover everything to determine whether a game or software will run on AMD Ryzen 9 6980HS.

AMD Ryzen 9 6980HS Specifications

Technical data
CPU Family and Group

This section provides a comprehensive overview of the processors generation and family, explaining the specific market segment it is designed for. It covers key details such as the CPUs position within its product lineup, its intended use cases (e.g., consumer, server, or workstation), and how its generation compares to previous models.

  • Family
  • CPU group
    AMD Ryzen 6000H
  • Segment
    Mobile
  • Generation
    5
  • Predecessor
    AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS
  • Successor
    --
CPU Technical Specs

AMD Ryzen 9 6980HS. This section highlights key performance parameters of the processor, including the number of cores, threads, and clock speeds (base and boost frequencies). These metrics directly impact multitasking capabilities and overall system performance in both single-threaded and multi-threaded applications.

  • CPU Cores / Threads
    8 / 16
  • Core architecture
    normal
  • A-Core
    --
  • B-Core
    --
  • C-Core
    --
  • Frequency
    3.30 GHz
  • Turbo (1 Core)
    5.00 GHz
  • Turbo (8 Cores)
    4.20 GHz
  • Hyperthreading
    Yes
  • Overclocking
    No
IGPU

This section provides details on the integrated graphics capabilities of the processor. It covers the architecture, performance characteristics, and supported technologies (e.g., DirectX, OpenGL), which are essential for systems without dedicated GPUs or for mobile devices that require energy-efficient graphics processing.

  • GPU name
    AMD Radeon RX 680M
  • GPU frequency
    2.40 GHz
  • GPU (Turbo)
    No turbo
  • Execution units
    12
  • Shader
    768
  • Max. GPU Memory
    8 GB
  • Max. displays
    3
  • Generation
    9
  • Direct X
    12
  • Technology
    6 nm
  • Release date
    Q1/2022
Hardware codec support

This section covers the built-in hardware codec support for video and image processing. The processor’s ability to handle codecs like H.264, HEVC, and VP9 directly influences its performance in tasks such as video playback, editing, and streaming. This hardware acceleration ensures smoother media handling with lower CPU utilization.

  • h265 / HEVC (8 bit)
    Decode / Encode
  • h265 / HEVC (10 bit)
    Decode / Encode
  • h264
    Decode / Encode
  • VP8
    Decode / Encode
  • VP9
    Decode / Encode
  • AV1
    Decode
  • AVC
    Decode / Encode
  • VC-1
    Decode
  • JPEG
    Decode / Encode
Memory Specs & PCI

This section breaks down the technical characteristics of the memory supported by the processor, including the types (e.g., DDR4, DDR5), number of memory channels, and maximum supported memory speed. It also covers PCI Express support, which determines the bandwidth available for GPUs, SSDs, and other peripherals, critical for high-performance systems.

  • Memory type
    DDR5-4800LPDDR5-6400
  • Max. Memory
    64 GB
  • Memory channels
    2
  • ECC
    No
  • PCIe
    4.0 x 12
  • AES-NI
    Yes
Thermal Management
  • TDP (PL1)
    35 W
  • TDP (PL2)
    --
  • TDP up
    54 W
  • TDP down
    --
  • Tjunction max.
    105 °C
* see below
Technologies and Extensions

This section explains the underlying technologies that enable the processor to deliver high performance. It includes details about the manufacturing process (e.g., 7nm, 10nm), supported instruction sets (e.g., AVX, SSE), and virtual machine extensions that enhance compatibility and efficiency across various workloads.

  • Instruction set (ISA)
    x86-64 (64 bit)
  • ISA extensions
    SSE4a, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2, FMA3
  • L2-Cache
    4.00 MB
  • L3-Cache
    16.00 MB
  • Architecture
    Rembrandt (Zen 3+)
  • Technology
    6 nm
  • Virtualization
    AMD-V, SVM
  • Socket
    FP7
  • Release date
    Q1/2022
  • Part Number
    --
Positions in all rankings

Common positions AMD Ryzen 9 6980HS CPU in popular benchmarks, for comparison with other models.

  • Cinebench R23 (Multi-Core)
    92 place
  • Geekbench 5, 64bit (Single-Core)
    154 place
  • Geekbench 5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    201 place
  • iGPU - FP32 Performance (Single-precision GFLOPS)
    32 place

AMD Ryzen 9 6980HS Benchmarks

Performance tests CPU

Compare the benchmark scores of AMD Ryzen 9 6980HS with other processors to gauge its real-world performance across various tasks..

These tests encompass tasks such as mathematical calculations, 3D rendering, cryptocurrency mining, and performance evaluations in both single-core and multi-core modes.

iGPU - FP32 Performance (Single-precision GFLOPS)
The performance of the iGPU - the internal GPU in games
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4580
4580
3870
AMD Ryzen 9 6980HS
3870
AMD Ryzen 9 6980HS

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PL1 - The power limit (in watts) generated by the processor (or GPU) during sustained, standard operation. It represents the typical thermal output during normal workloads.

PL2 - Represents the maximum power limit under heavy load or overclocking conditions. It indicates the thermal output during peak performance.

These values are essential for determining the optimal cooling system and power supply required to maintain stable performance.

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