AMD Ryzen 7 9700X Processor
8 Cores | 16 Threads | Max. Boost Clock Up To 5.5 GHz | AMD AM5 Socket
Eight Zen 5 cores sipping just 65W. The Ryzen 7 9700X runs 8 cores and 16 threads at up to 5.5GHz, with 40MB of total cache.
It's fast in games, quick at editing and streaming, and so efficient that it runs cool and quiet on a decent air cooler.
It's unlocked and supports AMD's Precision Boost Overdrive if you want extra performance. AM5 with DDR5 and PCIe 5.0 keeps it future-ready.
Best for: Efficient gaming, streaming and creator builds, including compact PCs.
Platform and compatibility
It uses the AMD AM5 socket and works with A620, B650, B650E, B850, X670, X670E or X870/X870E motherboards. AM5 is AMD's current platform, and AMD has committed to supporting it for years, so your board has room for future upgrades.
Key specifications
Brand: AMD
Series: Ryzen 7 9000 series
Architecture: Zen 5
Socket: AMD AM5
Cores: 8
Threads: 16
Base clock: 3.8 GHz
Max boost clock: up to 5.5 GHz
Cache: L2 8 MB + L3 32 MB (40 MB total)
Integrated graphics: AMD Radeon Graphics (2 graphics cores)
Memory support: DDR5 up to 5600 MT/s
PCIe: PCIe 5.0
Power: 65W
Unlocked for overclocking: Yes
Frequently asked questions
Which cooler does the 9700X need?
A good tower air cooler is plenty at 65W. There's no cooler in the box.
9700X or 9800X3D?
The 9800X3D is noticeably faster in games thanks to 3D V-Cache. The 9700X is cheaper and great all-round.
Which motherboard?
Any AM5 board: B650 or B850 are the value picks.
Which motherboard is compatible?
Any AM5 board works: A620, B650, B850, X670 or X870. B650E, X670E and X870E add PCIe 5.0 for the graphics card. Boards made before this chip launched may need a BIOS update first, so tell us your board and we'll check it.
What RAM should I use?
DDR5 only. A 2 x 16GB DDR5-6000 CL30 kit is the sweet spot for Ryzen on AM5.
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