Ryzen 7 3800X

Details and Benchmarks for AMD Ryzen 7 3800X

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Benchmark Results

Combined benchmark scores based on multiple data points, giving a quick overview of this processor's performance.

Overall Score

Overall score for Ryzen 7 3800X based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

5,899 Rank: 282
Rank Name Score Visual
278 Xeon E5-2699 v4 5,916
+0.3%
279 Xeon D-2183IT 5,916
+0.3%
280 Ryzen 9 5900HX 5,915
+0.3%
281 Ryzen 5 5600G 5,910
+0.2%
282 Ryzen 7 3800X 5,899
283 Xeon E-2224G 5,898
+-0%
284 Xeon Gold 6134M 5,889
-0.2%
285 Ryzen 3 7440U 5,886
-0.2%
286 Xeon Gold 6254 5,885
-0.2%
287 Xeon Platinum 8168 5,882
-0.3%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Ryzen 7 3800X based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

5,634 Rank: 342
Rank Name Score Visual
338 EPYC 7501 5,650
+0.3%
339 Xeon Gold 6242 5,647
+0.2%
340 Ryzen 5 5600G 5,645
+0.2%
341 Xeon W-1350P 5,643
+0.2%
342 Ryzen 7 3800X 5,634
343 Ryzen 5 5600X 5,629
-0.1%
344 Xeon Gold 6126 5,621
-0.2%
345 Xeon W-1350 5,621
-0.2%
346 Xeon w3-2425 5,619
-0.3%
347 Ryzen Z1 5,618
-0.3%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Ryzen 7 3800X based on single-threaded benchmark results.

6,075 Rank: 245
Rank Name Score Visual
241 Ryzen 9 3900 6,087
+0.2%
242 Ryzen 5 3600XT 6,080
+0.1%
243 Xeon W-1290 6,078
+0%
244 Ryzen 9 5980HX 6,077
+0%
245 Ryzen 7 3800X 6,075
246 Xeon Silver 4416+ 6,075
+0%
247 Ryzen 7 3700X 6,059
-0.3%
248 Core i5-9600K 6,050
-0.4%
249 Ryzen 3 PRO 7330U 6,048
-0.4%
250 Xeon E-2124 6,043
-0.5%

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Workload Scores

Performance scores grouped by workload type, normalized and aggregated from multiple raw benchmark results.

Number Crunching

Aggregated score for Ryzen 7 3800X based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

5,179 Rank: 291
Rank Name Score Visual
287 Xeon E5-2683 v4 5,181
+0%
288 Ryzen 7 7735HS 5,181
+0%
289 Ryzen 9 5900HX 5,180
+0%
290 Ryzen 7 7435HS 5,180
+0%
291 Ryzen 7 3800X 5,179
292 Core i9-10900F 5,178
+-0%
293 Ryzen 7 PRO 3700 5,176
-0.1%
294 Ryzen 7 PRO 5750GE 5,174
-0.1%
295 Ryzen 7 6800HS 5,174
-0.1%
296 Xeon Gold 6334 5,172
-0.1%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Ryzen 7 3800X based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

5,400 Rank: 228
Rank Name Score Visual
224 Core i9-7920X 5,421
+0.4%
225 Core i9-11900K 5,413
+0.2%
226 Xeon E5-2673 v4 5,409
+0.2%
227 Ryzen 5 7600 5,401
+0%
228 Ryzen 7 3800X 5,400
229 Ryzen 7 PRO 3700 5,398
+-0%
230 Xeon W-2175 5,398
+-0%
231 Xeon W-1290P 5,397
-0.1%
232 Ryzen 5 7500F 5,395
-0.1%
233 Core i9-10900K 5,393
-0.1%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Ryzen 7 3800X based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

5,240 Rank: 261
Rank Name Score Visual
257 Ryzen 7 7840U 5,249
+0.2%
258 Xeon W-1290P 5,246
+0.1%
259 Xeon E5-2686 v4 5,243
+0.1%
260 Ryzen 7 5800 5,242
+0%
261 Ryzen 7 3800X 5,240
262 Ryzen 7 8840HS 5,236
-0.1%
263 Ryzen 7 3800XT 5,235
-0.1%
264 Core i9-11900KF 5,235
-0.1%
265 Core Ultra 7 258V 5,234
-0.1%
266 Ryzen 9 6900HX 5,231
-0.2%

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Ryzen 7 3800X Details

As of March 2026, the AMD Ryzen 7 3800X remains a compelling option for users seeking high single-threaded performance with strong multi-threaded scaling, despite being a product from the late 2019 launch window. Built on AMD’s Zen 2 architecture and fabricated on a 7 nm process by TSMC, the Ryzen 7 3800X delivers a balanced blend of efficiency and raw power, particularly in workloads that benefit from its 8-core, 16-thread configuration. With a base clock of 3.9 GHz and a turbo frequency reaching 4.5 GHz, it leverages Precision Boost 2 and Extended Frequency Range 2 to dynamically scale performance based on workload demands.

The processor is designed for Socket AM4 systems and features a 105 W TDP, requiring adequate cooling for sustained performance under load. While it lacks integrated graphics, the absence of a GPU allows for full utilization of system memory and power budget toward a discrete graphics solution. It supports dual-channel DDR4-3200 memory, with a maximum capacity of 128 GB and a memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s, ensuring efficient data flow for both gaming and productivity applications. The chip also includes 32 MB of L3 cache, complemented by 0.25 MB of L1 and 4 MB of L2 cache, enhancing latency-sensitive operations.

In benchmark testing, the Ryzen 7 3800X achieves a single-core score of 6,075, placing it at rank #245 among 2,060 processors, and a multicore score of 5,634, ranking #342. Its overall score of 5,899 positions it at #282, showcasing its strength in multi-threaded environments. Notably, the CPU outperforms several current-generation Intel Xeon and Ryzen 5 processors in multicore workloads, including the Xeon W-1350P and Ryzen 5 5600X. However, its single-core performance, while strong, is surpassed by newer AMD and Intel processors such as the Ryzen 9 5980HX and Core i9-14900KS.

The processor supports a wide range of features, including Simultaneous Multithreading (SMT), AVX-2, AES-NI, and AMD-V virtualization, making it suitable for content creation, software development, and virtualization tasks. It also supports PCIe 4.0, enabling faster storage and graphics options. Despite being over four years old, the Ryzen 7 3800X holds its own in mid-tier desktop workloads, particularly for users who value performance per dollar and don’t require the latest features like AVX-512 or 3D V-Cache.

In conclusion, the Ryzen 7 3800X remains a capable mid-range desktop CPU, ideal for power users and enthusiasts who prioritize performance and value. While it has been superseded by newer generations, its strong single-core and multicore scores, combined with robust feature support, ensure it remains relevant in a wide range of applications, from gaming to professional productivity, as of early 2026.
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AMD Ryzen 7 3800X

Main Specifications

Designer: AMD
Name: Ryzen 7 3800X
Family: Ryzen
Series: 3000
Model Number: 3800X
Cores: 8
Threads: 16
Base Frequency: 3900 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 39x (unlocked)
Microarchitecture: Zen 2
Core Name: Matisse
Socket: Socket
Package: µOPGA-1331
Target Segment: Desktop
Max CPUs: 1
TDP: 105 W
Release Price: $399.00

Cache Specifications

L1 Cache: 512 KiB
L1 Instruction Cache: 256 KiB (8-way set associative)
L1 Data Cache: 256 KiB (8-way set associative)
L2 Cache: 4 MiB (8-way set associative)
L3 Cache: 32 MiB

Memory Specifications

Supported Memory Type: DDR4-3200
Memory Channels: 2
Maximum Memory: 128 GB
Maximum Bandwidth: 47.68 GB/s
ECC Support: No

PCI-Express Specifications

PCIe Revision: 4.0
PCIe Lanes: 20
PCIe Configuration: 1x16+x4, 2x8+x4, 1x8+2x4+x4

Physical Specifications

Process: 7 nm
Die Area: 74 mm²
Manufacturer: TSMC
Technology: CMOS
Word Size: 64-bit
ISA: x86-64 (x86)

CPU Features

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