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Ryzen 7 5700

8 cores · 16 threads · up to 4.6 GHz on AM4.

3.9 · 65 votes

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Cores
8
Threads
16
Boost
4.6 GHz
L3 cache
16 MB
TDP
65W
Socket
AM4

Performance breakdown

Gaming15
Productivity14
Single-core15
Multi-core33
Power efficiency15

Lab scores

Performance score15
Cores8
Threads16
Boost clock (GHz)4.6 GHz

Estimated gaming FPS

Paired with a high-end GPU. CPU impact is largest at 1080p.

1080p33 fps
1440p26 fps
4K18 fps

Full specifications

Processor & cores
Architecture
Cezanne
Process node
7 nm
Socket
AM4
Release year
2022
Total cores
8
Threads
16
Clocks & cache
Base clock
3.7 GHz
Boost clock
4.6 GHz
L1 cache
512 KB
L2 cache
4 MB
L3 cache
16 MB
Memory & platform
Memory support
DDR4
Base power (TDP)
65W
Max temperature
95°C
PCIe
PCIe 3.0
Launch price
$179
Technologies
Extensions
AES-NI, AVX, AMD-V, Precision Boost 2
Community Feedback

What Owners Say

Owners like the solid price-to-performance and easy drop-in upgrade for older AM4 boards. The usual gripe is that it's hard to find at a fair price and lacks the faster PCIe features of newer chips.

Pros
  • Easy drop-in upgrade for AM4 builds
  • Sips power, stays whisper quiet
  • Handles everyday tasks without breaking sweat
  • Great value for no-nonsense productivity
Cons
  • No PCIe 4.0 support
  • Integrated graphics are basic
  • No overclocking headroom
Verdict

Our verdict on the Ryzen 7 5700

A last-gen 8-core AM4 CPU that runs cool and quiet but lacks the performance uplift you'd expect from a newer chip.

Get it if you need a cheap, efficient upgrade for an older AM4 build and don't mind losing PCIe 4.0. Skip it if you want modern features like DDR5 or the fastest gaming performance for your money.

Buy it if…

  • You want an affordable upgrade for your older AM4 motherboard.
  • You need a capable multi-core CPU for light video editing.
  • You run a home server and need good performance at low power draw.
3.9

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