SamsungEntry-level / agingMobile/Embedded

Samsung Exynos 9820

Explore Samsung Exynos 9820 technical reviews, specifications and benchmark results, with practical context for laptop performance, efficiency and upgrade research.

Last updated: 2026-10-21
4.3/ 10
Technical rating

Entry-level / aging

Samsung Exynos 9820 is a Mobile/Embedded processor with 8 cores and 8 threads. Its base clock is 2.7 GHz. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 4020 and a single-thread rating of 1660.

CPU Mark4,020
739 samples
Single Thread1,660
Overall rank#2,828
of 6,054
Reference price—

Technical assessment

A summary based on specifications and results.

Entry-level / aging
4.3Entry-level / aging

Samsung Exynos 9820 is a Mobile/Embedded processor with 8 cores and 8 threads. Its base clock is 2.7 GHz. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 4020 and a single-thread rating of 1660.

Specification context

What do these specifications mean in practice?

The Samsung Exynos 9820 is a Mobile/Embedded released in 2021. Recorded specifications include 8 cores and 8 threads, a 4,020 CPU Mark. Use these figures to understand its position, then compare the results with your software and the complete platform.

Reading guide

Read the performance results

The 4,020 CPU Mark is a broad overall-performance measure, while the 1,660 single-thread result adds context for less-parallel work. Compare the nearby alternatives on this page and do not treat one score as a verdict for every application.

Platform and compatibility

No confirmed socket is recorded for this processor. Verify the exact device or motherboard with the manufacturer before planning an upgrade.

Memory and power

Verify the system memory type, real power limits and cooling capacity.

FAQ

Common processor questions

What are the key Samsung Exynos 9820 specifications?

The main recorded details are 8 cores and 8 threads, a 4,020 CPU Mark. The tables on this page show socket, memory, cache and graphics data when available.

Is the Samsung Exynos 9820 good for gaming?

The product name or CPU Mark alone cannot answer that. Check single-thread performance, core count, the target graphics card, gaming resolution and results from the games you play.

Which motherboards support the Samsung Exynos 9820?

A confirmed socket is not recorded here. Use the device model or manufacturer specifications to identify compatible hardware.

How much power does the Samsung Exynos 9820 use?

A structured TDP value is not currently available. Check the manufacturer specification and device power limits.

This guidance interprets recorded specifications and results; it does not claim hands-on device testing. Results can vary with motherboard, power, memory and cooling.

Multi-axis comparison

How does this processor compare?

A direct comparison with nearby processors from the same brand and a similar core count.

5 CPU

Overall and multi-core performance

A higher CPU Mark indicates stronger overall performance.

01Hisilicon Kirin 990Unknown4,021 points
02Samsung Exynos 9820This CPU4,020 points
03Spreadtrum UMS9621SUnknown4,011 points
05QTI QCM5430Unknown4,006 points

Single-thread performance

Measures speed in tasks that depend on one CPU thread.

01QTI QCM5430Unknown1,910 points
02Hisilicon Kirin 990Unknown1,667 points
03Samsung Exynos 9820This CPU1,660 points
04Spreadtrum UMS9621SUnknown1,602 points

Performance per watt

Estimated as CPU Mark divided by TDP.

Bars are relative to the processors shown here, not a global ranking of every CPU.

Detailed benchmark results

Snapshot from 2026-10-21

Data CompressionKBytes/Sec
65,469.00
Data EncryptionMBytes/Sec
2,074.00
Extended InstructionsMillion Matrices/Sec
1,475.00
Find Prime NumbersMillion Primes/Sec
23.00
Floating Point MathMOps/Sec
9,010.00
Integer MathMOps/Sec
22,065.00
PhysicsFrames/Sec
311.00
Random String SortingThousand Strings/Sec
9,984.00

Core specifications

BrandSamsung
CategoryMobile/Embedded
Release year2021
Socket—
Cores / threads8 / 8
Base clock2.70 GHz
Max turbo—
TDP—
Integrated graphics—

Memory support

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Memory type—
Official speed—
Maximum capacity—

Cache hierarchy

No structured cache data.