CPU·Budget

Ryzen 7 2800H

AMD

PassMark

8,170

30 May 2018 (7 years ago)

15 Watt

Raven Ridge (Zen) (2018)

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Ryzen 7 2800H

4 / 8

8,170

0.0%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX

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Overview

The Ryzen 7 2800H is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 30 May 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Raven Ridge (Zen) (2018) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 8,170 points. Launch price was $149.

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FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Ryzen 7 2800H across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Ryzen 7 2800H specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Ryzen 7 2800H is a 4-core / 8-thread processor based on the Raven Ridge (Zen) (2018) architecture, manufactured on a 14 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 3.8 GHz from a base frequency of 3.4 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 4 MB (total) of L3 cache, plus 512K (per core) of L2 cache and 128K (per core) of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 8,170, placing it in the Budget performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Ryzen 7 2800H
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	4C / 8T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	3.8 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	3.4 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Raven Ridge (Zen) (2018)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	14 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	4 MB (total)
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	512K (per core)
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	128K (per core)
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor	246 mm2
Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities	4950 Million
Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax)	95 °C
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	8,170

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Memory & Platform

The Ryzen 7 2800H fits into the FP5 socket and supports PCIe 3.0. It supports DDR4 memory.

Specification	Ryzen 7 2800H
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	Laptop
SeriesProduct family	AMD Ryzen 7
SocketMotherboard socket required	FP5
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 3.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR4
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1 (Uniprocessor)

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Power & Cooling

The Ryzen 7 2800H has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 15 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Ryzen 7 2800H
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	15 Watt
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)	95 °C

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Value Analysis

Performance ranking position: #1439 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Ryzen 7 2800H
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$149
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#1439
Release DateLaunch date	30 May 2018 (7 years ago)
Release Year	2018
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	AMD
ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC)	GlobalFoundries

Specifications Reference

Raw spec sheet for quick lookup. The analysis cards above explain what these fields mean in practice.

4 categories

General Information

8 specs

Type	Laptop
Series	AMD Ryzen 7
Designer	AMD
Launch Price	$149
Manufacturer	GlobalFoundries
Release Date	30 May 2018 (7 years ago)
Architecture Codename	Raven Ridge (Zen) (2018)
Performance Ranking Position	1439

Technical Specifications

14 specs

Cores	4
Threads	8
Die Size	246 mm2
L1 Cache	128K (per core)
L2 Cache	512K (per core)
L3 Cache	4 MB (total)
Multiplier	33
Max Frequency	3.8 GHz
64-Bit Support	+
Base Frequency	3.4 GHz
Transistor Count	4950 Million
Process Technology	14 nm
Max Core Temperature	95 °C
Windows 11 Compatible	-