Ryzen 7 9700X

8 cores · 16 threads · up to 5.5 GHz on AM5.

4.3 · 157 votes

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Cores

Threads

Boost

5.5 GHz

L3 cache

32 MB

TDP

65W

Socket

AM5

Performance breakdown

Gaming22

Productivity21

Single-core21

Multi-core33

Power efficiency22

Lab scores

Performance score22

Cores8

Threads16

Boost clock (GHz)5.5 GHz

Estimated gaming FPS

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

1080p48 fps

1440p39 fps

4K26 fps

Full specifications

Processor & cores

Architecture: Granite Ridge
Process node: 4 nm
Socket: AM5
Release year: 2024
Total cores: 8
Threads: 16
Integrated graphics: AMD Radeon Graphics

Clocks & cache

Base clock: 3.8 GHz
Boost clock: 5.5 GHz
L1 cache: 640 KB
L2 cache: 8 MB
L3 cache: 32 MB

Memory & platform

Memory support: DDR5
Base power (TDP): 65W
Max temperature: 95°C
PCIe: PCIe 5.0
Launch price: $359

Technologies

Instruction sets: SMT, AES, AVX, AVX2, AVX512, FMA3, MMX (+), SHA, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, SSE4A
Extensions: AES-NI, AVX, AMD-V, Precision Boost 2

Community Feedback

What Owners Say

People love the huge jump in gaming performance over the last generation while staying cool and efficient. The main gripe is that it doesn't beat the previous generation in heavy productivity tasks.

Pros

Games and apps feel instant
Sips power, stays whisper quiet
Great for multitasking without stutter
Runs cool enough for small cases

Cons

Performance per dollar is disappointing
Gaming gains over previous gen are minimal
Integrated graphics still just for basic use

Verdict

Our verdict on the Ryzen 7 9700X

The AMD Ryzen 7 9700X is an eight-core CPU that trades peak multi-threaded speed for remarkable 65-watt energy efficiency.

Get it if you want a cool, quiet mid-range chip that handles everyday tasks and gaming without fuss. Skip it if you need heavy multi-core grunt for rendering or video work.