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Overview

The Ryzen 7 4980U is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 13 April 2021 (4 years ago). It is based on the Renoir-U (Zen 2) (2020−2021) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 4.4 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: FP6. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 17,469 points. Launch price was $299.

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FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Ryzen 7 4980U across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Ryzen 7 4980U specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Ryzen 7 4980U is a 8-core / 16-thread processor based on the Renoir-U (Zen 2) (2020−2021) architecture, manufactured on a 7 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 4.4 GHz from a base frequency of 2 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 8 MB (total) of L3 cache, plus 512 kB (per core) of L2 cache and 64 kB (per core) of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 17,469, placing it in the Mid-Range performance tier as a Aging generation product.

Specification	Ryzen 7 4980U
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	8C / 16T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	4.4 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	2 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Renoir-U (Zen 2) (2020−2021)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	7 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	8 MB (total)
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	512 kB (per core)
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	64 kB (per core)
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor	156 mm2
Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities	9,800 million
Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax)	105 °C
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	17,469

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Memory & Platform

The Ryzen 7 4980U fits into the FP6 socket and supports PCIe 3.0. It supports DDR4 memory.

Specification	Ryzen 7 4980U
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	Laptop
SeriesProduct family	AMD Renoir (Ryzen 4000 APU)
SocketMotherboard socket required	FP6
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

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Power & Cooling

The Ryzen 7 4980U 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 4980U
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	15 Watt
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)	105 °C

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Value Analysis

Performance ranking position: #904 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Ryzen 7 4980U
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$299
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#904
Release DateLaunch date	13 April 2021 (4 years ago)
Release Year	2021
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	AMD
ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC)	TSMC

Specifications Reference

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

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General Information

8 specs

Type	Laptop
Series	AMD Renoir (Ryzen 4000 APU)
Designer	AMD
Launch Price	$299
Manufacturer	TSMC
Release Date	13 April 2021 (4 years ago)
Architecture Codename	Renoir-U (Zen 2) (2020−2021)
Performance Ranking Position	904

Technical Specifications

14 specs

Cores	8
Threads	16
Die Size	156 mm2
L1 Cache	64 kB (per core)
L2 Cache	512 kB (per core)
L3 Cache	8 MB (total)
Multiplier	20
Max Frequency	4.4 GHz
64-Bit Support	+
Base Frequency	2 GHz
Transistor Count	9,800 million
Process Technology	7 nm
Max Core Temperature	105 °C
Windows 11 Compatible	-