Celeron 2980U vs Ryzen 7 7800X3D
Celeron 2980U
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Ryzen 7 7800X3D
Performance Spectrum - CPU
About PassMark
PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Celeron 2980U is positioned at rank #392 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
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Performance Per Dollar Celeron 2980U
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 7 7800X3D
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Celeron 2980U | Ryzen 7 7800X3D |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($384) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) / 5 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Celeron 2980U | Ryzen 7 7800X3D |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($384) |
Performance Check
To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.
Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Celeron 2980U and Ryzen 7 7800X3D
Celeron 2980U
The Celeron 2980U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1.6 GHz, with boost up to 1.6 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1168. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,092 points. Launch price was $69.
Ryzen 7 7800X3D
The Ryzen 7 7800X3D is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 4 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 4.4 GHz, with boost up to 5 GHz. L3 cache: 96 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 120 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-5200. Passmark benchmark score: 34,293 points. Launch price was $449.
Processing Power
The Celeron 2980U packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D offers 8 cores / 16 threads — the Ryzen 7 7800X3D has 6 more cores. Boost clocks reach 1.6 GHz on the Celeron 2980U versus 5 GHz on the Ryzen 7 7800X3D — a 103% clock advantage for the Ryzen 7 7800X3D (base: 1.6 GHz vs 4.4 GHz). The Celeron 2980U uses the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture (22 nm), while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D uses Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) (5 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron 2980U scores 1,092 against the Ryzen 7 7800X3D's 34,293 — a 187.7% lead for the Ryzen 7 7800X3D. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 354 vs 2,700, a 153.6% lead for the Ryzen 7 7800X3D that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 694 vs 15,000 (182.3% advantage for the Ryzen 7 7800X3D). L3 cache: 2 MB (total) on the Celeron 2980U vs 96 MB (total) on the Ryzen 7 7800X3D.
| Feature | Celeron 2980U | Ryzen 7 7800X3D |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 8 / 16+300% |
| Boost Clock | 1.6 GHz | 5 GHz+213% |
| Base Clock | 1.6 GHz | 4.4 GHz+175% |
| L3 Cache | 2 MB (total) | 96 MB (total)+4700% |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 1 MB (per core)+300% |
| Process | 22 nm | 5 nm-77% |
| Architecture | Haswell (2013−2015) | Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) |
| PassMark | 1,092 | 34,293+3040% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 18,500 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 354 | 2,700+663% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 694 | 15,000+2061% |
Memory & Platform
The Celeron 2980U uses the FCBGA1168 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D uses AM5 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3L-1600 on the Celeron 2980U versus DDR5-5200 on the Ryzen 7 7800X3D — the Ryzen 7 7800X3D supports 50% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Ryzen 7 7800X3D supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 16 GB — 155.6% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 12 (Celeron 2980U) vs 28 (Ryzen 7 7800X3D) — the Ryzen 7 7800X3D offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Haswell-ULT (Celeron 2980U) and X670E,X670,B650E,B650,A620 (Ryzen 7 7800X3D).
| Feature | Celeron 2980U | Ryzen 7 7800X3D |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1168 | AM5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 5.0+67% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3L-1600 | DDR5-5200+67% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 GB | 128 GB+700% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 12 | 28+133% |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen 7 7800X3D has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the Ryzen 7 7800X3D supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: VT-x (Celeron 2980U) vs AMD-V (Ryzen 7 7800X3D). Both include integrated graphics — Intel HD Graphics (Haswell) (Celeron 2980U) and AMD Radeon Graphics (2-core) (Ryzen 7 7800X3D) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron 2980U targets Low Power, Ryzen 7 7800X3D targets Gaming. Direct competitor: Celeron 2980U rivals AMD A4-5000; Ryzen 7 7800X3D rivals Intel Core i7-14700K.
| Feature | Celeron 2980U | Ryzen 7 7800X3D |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics (Haswell) | AMD Radeon Graphics (2-core) |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | No | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Low Power | Gaming |
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