A list of the best punk albums from the 1980s has been compiled, with one outlet naming a specific 1980 classic record as the best punk album of the decade. However, the rankings and scope of the lists vary, with some covering the top 10, 15, or 100 punk albums of the 1980s, while others consider the broader context of punk albums of all time or include other genres like classic rock. The exact composition and ranking of the lists are unclear, with multiple outlets offering different perspectives on the best punk albums of the era.