{"product_id":"amd-ryzen-7-9700x-8-core-am5-processor-65w-5-5ghz","title":"AMD Ryzen 7 9700X 8-Core AM5 Processor - 65W, 5.5GHz","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe AMD Ryzen 7 9700X is an 8-core desktop processor built on Zen 5 architecture for gaming, content creation and productivity workloads. It delivers up to 5.5 GHz boost performance and fits into AM5 socket motherboards with full platform upgrade support. This processor comes without a cooler and requires a separate thermal solution.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch5\u003eWhy This Product\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e8 cores, 16 threads at 5.5 GHz\u003c\/strong\u003e — Delivers multithreaded performance for gaming and creative work without excessive power draw, thanks to the 65W TDP and efficient Zen 5 architecture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnlocked for overclocking\u003c\/strong\u003e — Full overclocking support via Precision Boost Overdrive, Curve Optimizer voltage offsets and AMD Ryzen Master software lets you extract extra performance on capable boards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDDR5 and PCIe 5.0 ready\u003c\/strong\u003e — Supports DDR5-5600 memory and PCIe 5.0 lanes for maximum bandwidth with compatible storage and peripherals on current-generation AM5 boards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAM5 platform longevity\u003c\/strong\u003e — Works with chipsets ranging from A620 budget boards to X870E flagship models, with multi-generation upgrade roadmap announced by AMD.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Radeon graphics\u003c\/strong\u003e — Built-in 2-core Radeon graphics handles desktop display output and light workloads without a discrete GPU, useful for troubleshooting or low-load scenarios.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch5\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14px;margin-bottom:10px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eCores \/ Threads\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e8 \/ 16\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eBase \/ Boost Clock\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e3.8 GHz \/ 5.5 GHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eTDP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e65W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eCache\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e640 KB L1, 8 MB L2, 32 MB L3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eSocket\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAM5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eMax Memory Speed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eDDR5-5600\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eArchitecture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eZen 5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch5\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Fits any AM5 socket motherboard: A620, B650, B650E, X670, X670E, X870, X870E, B840 and B850 chipsets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Supports DDR5 memory up to 5600 MHz on dual-channel configurations and 3600 MHz on quad-channel setups.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Runs Windows 11 64-bit, Windows 10 64-bit, and Linux distributions including Ubuntu and RHEL x86 64-bit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNote: Cooler is not included; 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many mini-ITX or small form-factor builds have thermal constraints.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eServer or enterprise deployment:\u003c\/b\u003e This is a consumer-focused chip; server-grade Xeon or Threadripper lines serve data centre workloads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003eShatter any obstacle that stands between you and victory with the raw power and performance of the AMD Ryzen™ 7 9700X processor. Our \"Zen 5\" core technology evolves with your needs, so you can go big today and tomorrow. With 8 cores and 16 threads, our proven platform makes your high-performance gaming possibilities limitless.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe future of gaming is yours with the cutting-edge PC that can grow with you. The AMD Ryzen™ 7 9700X processor is future-ready with lightning fast DDR5 memory speeds and astonishing bandwidth with PCIe® 5.0. What's more, only AMD promises years of upgradability so you can make the most of your AM5 platform. Buckle up, because with AMD Ryzen™ processors, you're in for non-stop victory.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnlock the full potential of your PC with AI-ready AMD Ryzen™ processors. Bring the speed of gaming to every element of your rig with built-in AI acceleration and enhanced AI capabilities for productivity and content creation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch5\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeneral\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14px;margin-bottom:10px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAMD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eProduct Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAMD Ryzen 7 9700X\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eSeries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eRyzen 9000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eMarket Segment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eEnthusiast Desktop\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eLaunch Date\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e08\/08\/2024\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCore Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14px;margin-bottom:10px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eCPU Cores\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eThreads\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e16\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eBase Clock\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e3.8 GHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eMax Boost Clock\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eUp to 5.5 GHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eProcessor Architecture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eZen 5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eProcess Technology\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eTSMC 4nm FinFET (CPU cores), TSMC 6nm FinFET (I\/O Die)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eTDP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e65W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eMax Operating Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e95°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMemory \u0026amp; 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