AMD Ryzen 9 7900X 12-Core, 24-Thread Unlocked Desktop Processor

Very happy with the Ryzen 9 7900X. It was easy to get set up and has been running great so far. Gaming has been extremely smooth, and it handles everything I’ve thrown at it without any issues. Paired with a good cooler, the temps have been perfectly manageable. Great CPU for the price.

Update -3-29-25: Since my first review (below) the chip still holds up when I'm using multiple programs such as Rive (possibly the best program for web animation since Adobe Flash) and Corel Ultimate at the same time. It has been a seamless process when creating web pages and editing/rendering in real time. The rasterization process is fantastic and importing/exporting files have been a breeze. I've since repasted the CPU with Cryonaught Extreme. For some, using that particular paste may be a bit overkill for some people on a budget (considering Cryo Extreme are used by people with servers or custom-cooled systems), but working hours on a daily basis have kept my temps low since the CPU can get hot when not properly cooled. Prices may be bit higher currently, but the Ryzen 9 7900X is still worth the investment if you need a chip that touches server grade performance. Be sure to configure your system properly for maximum benefit. This is a great CPU in multi-core processing for photo/video editing. Workflow is smooth with no lag and latency. Keep in mind - you'll also need the best SSD, a good amount of memory (recommend 128GB of memory), and a solid GPU if you want the maximum amount of power for post-production work. As far as gaming, the CPU is pretty powerful. Not on par with AMD's X3D line up, but with the right mid-range to high end GPU and a nice SSD you'll get a great performance for your system. As mentioned above you get great performance for production, gaming, and streaming, but it leans more towards power users who need multi-threaded tasks. Be sure to get an AIO water cooler. It runs a wee bit on the hot side. Great value for multiple uses.

Been waiting to build my new rig for quite some time and this was the missing piece. New build: Corsair Icue 7000X Full Tower RGB Ryzen 9 7900X CPU 32GB DDR5 5600 Corsair Dominator RAM 1 TB Crucial M.2 Gen 4 XFX Merc 319 Radeon 6950XT 16GB Graphics Card Corsair 1000w PSU Gigabyte X670 Elite AX AM5 Motherboard Corsair iCUE H150i Elite LCD XT Liquid CPU Cooler (360 AIO mounted to top as Exhaust 6 Corsair ML140's Fans (10 total fans including those with the case/aio with 6 as intake and 4 for exhaust). Lian Li Strimer V2 RGB Cables for the GPU and Motherboard (they look very nice and controllable via the L Connect 3 software) As I needed additional powered USB headers I also added a Corsair Internal 4-Port USB 2.0 Hub - 4X 9-Pin USB 2.0 Ports for the Commander Core XT and Lian Li Controllers to function. Thermal Grizzly Kryonaut Thermal Paste (removed the stock paste with AIO using TG cleaner wipes as well for better contact). ThermalRight AMD5 CPU Shield - This allows the AIO or Waterblock (if doing a custom loop) to make WAY better contact with the CPU HS. It can be a little nerve wracking as your removing the cpu mount and installing this one but its worth it. As the AM5 CPU has no pins (the mobo now has the pins), its imperative you are gentle on the placement. Best way I found to install this shield was to place the CPU into the socket, then remove the cpu holder so this way you can't damage the cpu or pins as they are socketed. Installing the shield from that point is easy, just don't overtighten it. Theres a bunch of youtube videos on this process. Definitely recommend reviewing them before attempting this step. I upgraded from my old Ryzen 5 2600X system with a GTX 960 SSC 4GB card and a 512gb M.2 Gen 2 drive. Needless to say this was quite the upgrade from my old system. Cinebench scores on my 2600X even with a mild overclock was only around 7200. After getting everything configured/setup and Windows 11 Pro installed with all updates and enabling EXPO1 (RAM OC) and enabling SAM in the BIOS I started my benchmarking. Cinebench score with just EXPO1 enabled baseline was 28745. What a jump! CPU temp on the multi-core threading with the 360 AIO only went as high as 82c (AMD rates these to run at 95c as normal operating temp so it was well below even that). Haven't done any OC'ing other than enabling EXPO1 yet since I really don't need to as the CPU and GPU run everything maxed out. Tested on a few games on max/ultra settings and below are what I got FPS wise: The Division 2 (All settings maxed and on DX12) - Avg 125fps on 3440 x 1440 165hz resolution Aliens: Fireteam Elite - Avg 160fps on 3440 x 1440 165hz resolution Borderlands 2 (older game I know but love to play it with max settings) - Avg 476fps on 3440 x 1440 165hz resolution Forza Horizon 5 - Ultra Settings (max) including Ray Tracing - Avg 155fps on 3440 x 1440 165hz resolution Aliens: Colonial Marines (older game) - Avg 190FPS on 3440 x 1440 165hz resolution Warframe - Avg 155fps on 3440 x 1440 165hz resolution Pairing this CPU and GPU together worked great and the CPU itself is a beast. It does get hot when it turbo's up into the 5ghz range which is why you need a really good cooler (either AIO or custom loop) to keep the temps in check. If you do that, this CPU will be everything you need and then some. One thing I always tell people is to take your time, plan out your PC parts you want for what you want the system to do (video editing, gaming, streaming, etc). Don't be afraid to look around for good deals. I scored the AIO Cooler off Newegg for a much cheaper price than Amazon had it and it works beautifully and the LCD screen is just a nice "geek" factor to put JPG's or GIF's there. Once you have everything, take your time when building it. You may run into an issue here or there which is normal. First boot on AM5 systems is sometimes slow (Memory has to train) and you may see it cycle on/off for up to 1 minute. Mine did this and on the 4th power cycle it posted and I could get into the BIOS and everything showed up correctly. Good luck enthusiasts and hope this review helped with anyone looking at this CPU for their system! Its worth it!

So far this CPU has been a significant upgrade from my old Ryzen 5 3600. While the Ryzen 5 3600 was and still is a fantastic budget gaming CPU, it kinda sucks for productivity or creative work. While there is definitely better options other than the Ryzen 9 9700X it's a fairly budget friendly option for a higher core CPU and it's still fairly decent for gaming as well if that's all you care about.

I realize that a pc picture for a processor is pointless and just showing off, but isn't everyone who gets this showing off a little lol. Anyway, the title says it all, a beast. I've been intel all my life, though to be fair I havent had many computers, but still, i was like amd who? lol. Even when amd surpassed intel with the x3d for gaming anyway I was like well whatever intel's still the goat so they can have their short victory, which is unheard of for me because if there are 2 brands that are equal or even one thats close but not quite as good, ill always go with the red one(obsessive fav color), but then am5 came out, and to be clear, i wasn't one of those fanboys who was like omg becky! amd is going to destroy intel and there's going to be nothing they can do about it. No! quite the opposite. I knew. I knew what revolutionary technology the hybrid core design was and how great raptor lake was going to be, I knew it might even surpass amd's new best unlike everyone else. Didn't matter though. Because i wanted to try changing it up and switching to team red for a variety of reasons. 1. like i said cuz its red. 2. because as great as raptor is, i dont wanna be in the cycle i was in before where if i wanna upgrade a single pc part like the processor, ill have to basically build a new pc, which is what i had to do and what youll always have to do with intel usually, but amd will have upgradability on this for years new platform and all on top of the fact that amd has always been better about keeping compatible socket types for a longer time, while obviously thats not true for raptor, and even if raptor was a new platform lets not play like am5 still wouldnt be supported way longer, because it will, hell am5 will probably be supported to the end of intels next platform lol, 3. ive never once cared about power efficiency and heat, like so what, ok it draws alotta power, BUT, as long as the performance is there(lookin at you 12900/13900) and it will not throttle and be stable, awesome, do whatever you want, why limit performance for braggin rights efficiency(i know some people will cringe reading that), but anyway, while idc about it, it is a big win all the same for amd 4. 12 cores and 24 threads of pure American Muscle (jk but you get the point lol), 5. amd has become the stability platform thanks to intels new incredible but still NEW architecture 6. you get every bonus I just said and are getting like the 3rd best consumer processor in the world right now, who cares if the 13900 is technically #1 by a few percent 7. if you want both gaming performance and workstation performance, which is the main reason i upgraded, this is the way to go, best of both worlds if 16 core 32 thread or 13900k is just a bit unnecessary for you but you still want that best of both worlds, and for that reason idc what any reviews say online about it being slightly overpriced, because for all of the reasons i listed above, i disagree 8. well this is more of a counter, but, are the motherboards pretty expensive, yes, is ddr5 expensive? yes but if your building a new pc it really doesn't matter does it because your already spending a bunch of money and you might as well pay a bit more for that amd upgradability over intel, and for those who aren't building a totally new one, assuming you don't wanna pay a bunch of money, if you do your research you can still get a good motherboard and ddr5 for pretty cheap OH AND AT THE TIME OF WRITING THIS I've been talking about the normal price, but currently the 7900 is at an INSANE DISCOUNT, LIKE CRAZY, final note: that second picture i showed was me letting hw monitor run for 30 minutes, the point is that, it does go way above 5.6 even if only in semi frequent spikes, just thought it was cool, i know practically it doesnt matter

The AMD Ryzen 9 7900X is a powerhouse processor that delivers incredible performance for both gamers and content creators. With 12 cores and 24 threads, it excels at handling demanding workloads like video editing, 3D rendering, and heavy multitasking, while also providing exceptional gaming performance. Built on AMD's cutting-edge Zen 4 architecture and the 5nm process, the 7900X offers impressive energy efficiency and increased IPC (instructions per clock) performance compared to its predecessors. With a base clock of 4.7 GHz and a boost clock of up to 5.6 GHz, it handles intensive tasks with ease and ensures smooth, responsive performance in any application. Support for DDR5 memory and PCIe 5.0, offers faster data transfer rates and compatibility with the latest storage and GPU technologies. It’s also equipped with integrated AMD RDNA 2 graphics, making it capable of running basic tasks and offering added flexibility for troubleshooting or systems without dedicated GPUs. What sets the 7900X apart is its balance between professional-grade performance and gaming capabilities. Whether you're building a workstation, a gaming rig, or a hybrid system, this processor excels across the board. The improved thermal efficiency and overclocking potential make it an even better option for enthusiasts looking to push their systems further. Overall, the AMD Ryzen 9 7900X is a top-tier processor that combines cutting-edge technology with versatility, making it an excellent investment for anyone seeking uncompromising performance.

I purchased this CPU in July of 2022 for $350 on sale and I have to say I do not regret my purchase at all. I would consider this CPU a great buy for anything under $400 (It's currently going for $380). The first thing I have to say is PLEASE disable PBO and put an eco mode on this CPU. If you don't it will scream up to 95C every second it can under any kind of moderate or heavy load no matter the cooler! After adjusting these power settings in BIOS the CPU runs very cool and will rarely even go over 60C with a Corsair 360mm radiator. With all of this reduction in temps and noise and you only lose about 2-5% of the performance! I really think the crazy overclocking applied to these CPUs out of the box is ridiculous and I strongly recommend adjusting your power settings in BIOS. This CPU unfortunately loses to the i7 13700k (And 14700k) in almost every task, but you're not buying this CPU for its current performance, you're buying it for the long life of the AM5 socket. This CPU may not currently be able to beat the high-end intel chips now, but a 9900X or whatever comes next in this socket sure will! AMD really has an advantage with their long-life sockets, why choose to get marooned on the LGA 1700 socket after we saw the lifespan and upgradability of AM4? It's also funny to me that even though Intel has now gone with "efficiency cores", Ryzen 7000 CPUs use significantly less power than their Intel counterparts under full load. I bought this CPU for heavy multitasking and production and I have not seen it hit 100% usage outside of a synthetic load. In the words of my friend who bought a 5900X and recommended me anything Ryzen 9, you can't put these CPUs on their knees!

Several year later and it's still kicking absolutely in love with this!

妻にメインPCを上げたので自分の2台目のPC用に購入 1世代古くなってますが、MHWildsや最新MMOタイトルを高画質で遊ぶ分には問題ありません。

J'ai au départ été très content de ce processeur, refroidi par un noctua nh-d15s. Au bout de 5 mois, le PC s'est mis a redémarrer en boucle. Même en tentant de démarrer une nouvelle installation ou des outils de diagnostic via USB, dès le premier chargement, redémarrage. J'ai littéralement TOUT remplacé: alim d'abord, puis carte mère, ensuite la RAM et le SSD: mêmes symptômes. Finalement, je me résous à racheter ce même modèle de processeur, résultat: ca marche avec tous les anciens composants, c'est donc le processeur qui est mort. 5 mois pour un proco de ce prix et avec une utilisation peu gourmande, je trouve ca totalement aberrant. En +, la procédure de renvoi chez AMD à l'air impossible à réaliser, j'ai l'impression que je vais même me retrouver sans remboursement... scandaleux.

This actually the best processor for davinchi resolve

Update below for December 2025! As a software developer this cpu is absolutely perfect, haven’t run into any issues. If I do I will update this later! -Update Using this CPU for a few months now and just to say I am impressed is not enough to describe this CPU, running games that have heavy processor usage and still achieving 250-300fps on a 2k monitor is absolutely phenomenal. Currently under volting of -35 (since it’s a ryzen this is a must! They boost extremely and can cause some high running temperatures) I do believe though I may have one the silicon lottery slightly since I personally have seen others to be undervolting by -25. On a Software developers side the 12 cores are a must, running docker, n8n containers, with multiple local servers and it never hiccups! And the temperatures haven’t risen past 60C! I’m not using some crazy expensive aio either so that also amounts to something! Great bargain!!

The Ryzen 9 7900X is a beast. I’ve been using it for a few days now, and the multitasking capabilities are incredible. Whether I'm rendering high-resolution videos or playing the latest AAA games, this CPU handles everything without breaking a sweat. It pairs perfectly with my X870 motherboard. Just make sure you have a good cooling system (like a 360mm AIO) because this chip likes to run fast! Best CPU I’ve ever owned