AMD Ryzen 9 7900X Processor
12 Cores | 24 Threads | Max. Boost Clock Up To 5.6 GHz | AMD AM5 Socket
Twelve Zen 4 cores at a price that makes a lot of sense. The Ryzen 9 7900X runs 12 cores and 24 threads at up to 5.6GHz, with 76MB of total cache.
It's a value-packed productivity workhorse for editing, rendering, streaming and development, and a capable gaming CPU too.
It's unlocked and runs on AM5 with DDR5 and PCIe 5.0. You can drop in a Zen 5 or future Ryzen chip later without changing your board.
Best for: Video editing, streaming, development and value high-core-count builds.
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 9 7000 series
- Architecture: Zen 4
- Socket: AMD AM5
- Cores: 12
- Threads: 24
- Base clock: 4.7 GHz
- Max boost clock: up to 5.6 GHz
- Cache: L2 12 MB + L3 64 MB (76 MB total)
- Integrated graphics: AMD Radeon Graphics (2 graphics cores)
- Memory support: DDR5 up to 5200 MT/s
- PCIe: PCIe 5.0
- Power: 170W
- Unlocked for overclocking: Yes
Frequently asked questions
Which cooler does the 7900X need?
A 240mm or 360mm AIO is recommended (170W TDP). There's no cooler in the box.
7900X or 9900X?
The 9900X is newer, more efficient and a bit faster. The 7900X is the value pick when prices favour it.
Can I upgrade later?
Yes. AM5 supports Ryzen 7000, 8000 and 9000 chips, with more to come.
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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