Core i9-10980HK

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Core i9-10980HK

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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 Core i9-10980HK based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

5,812 Rank: 319
Rank Name Score Visual
315 Ryzen 7 6800U 5,819
+0.1%
316 Ryzen 7 7735U 5,819
+0.1%
317 Core i7-7700K 5,815
+0.1%
318 Ryzen 5 3600XT 5,814
+0%
319 Core i9-10980HK 5,812
320 Ryzen 7 5800H 5,810
+-0%
321 Xeon Silver 4410Y 5,803
-0.2%
322 Xeon W-2150B 5,796
-0.3%
323 Core i5-9600KF 5,795
-0.3%
324 Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G 5,793
-0.3%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Core i9-10980HK based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

5,351 Rank: 451
Rank Name Score Visual
447 Ryzen 5 2600E 5,364
+0.2%
448 Core i7-6850K 5,361
+0.2%
449 Ryzen 5 3600X 5,356
+0.1%
450 AMD Ryzen 5 1500X 5,356
+0.1%
451 Core i9-10980HK 5,351
452 Ryzen 7 PRO 5850U 5,344
-0.1%
453 Xeon D-1548 5,342
-0.2%
454 Ryzen 7 PRO 7730U 5,336
-0.3%
455 Xeon E-2286M 5,330
-0.4%
456 Ryzen 5 PRO 4650G 5,326
-0.5%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Core i9-10980HK based on single-threaded benchmark results.

6,119 Rank: 227
Rank Name Score Visual
223 Xeon E-2124G 6,131
+0.2%
224 AMD Ryzen 7 1800X 6,130
+0.2%
225 Core i9-7900X 6,128
+0.1%
226 Core i9-10900X 6,127
+0.1%
227 Core i9-10980HK 6,119
228 Ryzen 9 PRO 3900 6,116
+-0%
229 Ryzen 7 7735HS 6,116
+-0%
230 Core i9-9900X 6,115
-0.1%
231 Core i9-10900F 6,113
-0.1%
232 Core i3-9350KF 6,112
-0.1%

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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 Core i9-10980HK based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,972 Rank: 401
Rank Name Score Visual
397 Xeon E5-2650L v4 4,982
+0.2%
398 Ryzen 7 2700X 4,980
+0.2%
399 Xeon E5-2667 v4 4,977
+0.1%
400 Xeon E5-2650 v4 4,977
+0.1%
401 Core i9-10980HK 4,972
402 Xeon E5-2666 v3 4,971
+-0%
403 Xeon E-2286M 4,970
+-0%
404 Xeon E5-2648L v4 4,969
-0.1%
405 Xeon E5-2670 v3 4,967
-0.1%
406 Ryzen 7 PRO 2700X 4,961
-0.2%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Core i9-10980HK based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

5,018 Rank: 416
Rank Name Score Visual
412 Core Ultra 5 125U 5,029
+0.2%
413 Xeon Silver 4116 5,024
+0.1%
414 Core Ultra 5 135U 5,021
+0.1%
415 Xeon E-2286M 5,018
+0%
416 Core i9-10980HK 5,018
417 Core Ultra 7 165U 5,017
+-0%
418 Ryzen 5 2600E 5,014
-0.1%
419 Xeon E5-2680 v2 5,009
-0.2%
420 Xeon E-2336 5,007
-0.2%
421 Core i7-6900K 4,997
-0.4%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Core i9-10980HK based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,988 Rank: 395
Rank Name Score Visual
391 Core Ultra 5 135U 4,997
+0.2%
392 Core i7-9700 4,995
+0.1%
393 Core Ultra 5 125U 4,994
+0.1%
394 Core i7-8086K 4,993
+0.1%
395 Core i9-10980HK 4,988
396 Core i5-10600K 4,987
+-0%
397 Core i7-9700E 4,987
+-0%
398 Ryzen 5 3500 4,986
+-0%
399 Xeon E-2286M 4,985
-0.1%
400 Xeon E5-2666 v3 4,985
-0.1%

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Core i9-10980HK Details

Ranking #319 of 2060 in overall performance, the Intel Core i9-10980HK presents a compelling case for high-end mobile computing, despite being released in April 2020. As of March 2026, this processor is now over six years old, placing it in the category of mature technology, yet its performance remains competitive in certain segments. Designed for mobile workstations and high-performance laptops, the Core i9-10980HK leverages Intel’s Comet Lake-H architecture built on a 14 nm process node. It features 8 cores and 16 threads, enabled by Hyper-Threading, which significantly boosts multitasking and parallel workloads. The base clock runs at 2.4 GHz, but with Turbo Boost, it can reach up to 5.3 GHz, making it one of the fastest mobile processors of its generation.

The i9-10980HK is packaged in the FC-BGA1440 socket and has a TDP of 45 W, indicating efficient power delivery for performance-oriented laptops. It supports DDR4-2933 memory with a maximum capacity of 128 GB across two channels, achieving a memory bandwidth of 45.8 GB/s. The processor includes 16 MB of L3 cache, supported by 0.061 MiB of L1 and 0.244 MiB of L2 cache, ensuring fast data access for demanding applications. It supports PCIe 3.0 with up to 16 lanes directly from the CPU, allowing for high-speed storage and expansion options.

Integrated graphics are provided by Intel UHD Graphics, which operates at a base frequency of 350 MHz and can burst up to 1.25 GHz, supporting up to three displays. While not suitable for modern gaming, this GPU is adequate for light multimedia tasks and office use. The processor supports a range of advanced features including AVX, AVX2, AES-NI, and Intel VT-x, enabling robust virtualization, encryption, and high-performance computing. It also includes Intel’s Enhanced SpeedStep Technology for dynamic power management.

In benchmark testing, the Core i9-10980HK achieves a Singlecore Score of 6,119, placing it at #227 in the single-core rankings—just behind the Core i9-10900X and Core i9-7900X, but ahead of the Core i9-10900F. Its Multicore Score of 5,351 ranks it at #451, outperforming many mainstream desktop CPUs like the Ryzen 5 1500X and Ryzen 5 3600X, but falling short of modern high-end chips. The overall score of 5,812 reflects balanced performance, though it is surpassed by newer processors like the Ryzen 7 7735U and Core i7-7700K.

Despite its age, the Core i9-10980HK remains a strong performer for users who need high single-threaded performance and multi-threaded scalability in a mobile form factor. It’s best suited for content creators, engineers, and power users who can benefit from its high clock speeds and integrated features. However, for those seeking the latest advancements in efficiency and performance, newer mobile CPUs offer more compelling advantages.
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Intel Core i9-10980HK

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Core i9-10980HK
Model Number: i9-10980HK
Cores: 8
Threads: 16
Base Frequency: 2400 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 24x (unlocked)
Core Name: Comet Lake-H
Socket: FCBGA1440
Package: FC-BGA1440
Target Segment: Mobile
Max CPUs: 1
TDP: 45 W

Cache Specifications

L1 Cache: 62.464 KiB
L2 Cache: 0.244 MiB
L3 Cache: 15.259 MiB

Memory Specifications

Supported Memory Type: DDR4-2933
Memory Channels: 2
Maximum Memory: 0 GB
Maximum Bandwidth: 45.8 GB/s
ECC Support: No

PCI-Express Specifications

PCIe Revision: 3
PCIe Lanes: 16
PCIe Configuration: Up to 1x16, 2x8, 1x8+2x4

Integrated Graphics

GPU: UHD Graphics
GPU Designer: Intel
GPU Max Frequency: 1250 MHz

Physical Specifications

Process: 14 nm
Manufacturer: Intel
Word Size: 64-bit

CPU Features

MMX SSE SSE2 SSE3 SSSE3 SSE4.1 SSE4.2 AVX AVX2 BMI1 BMI2 FMA3 AES CLMUL F16C x86-64 HT EIST TXT VT-x VT-d EPT Secure Key SMEP SIPP IPT TSX Flex Memory
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