AMD Ryzen 9 7950X

Ryzen 9 7950X: 16-core Zen 4 AM5 CPU (4.5/5.7GHz) launched Sep 27, 2022; enthusiast-tier for creators and 1440p/4K gaming; unlocked with integrated Radeon iGPU.

Performance More powerful than 94% of CPUs

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Cores16
Threads32
Base clock4.50 GHz
Boost clock5.70 GHz
SocketAM5
MemoryDDR5
TDP170 W
Cache16 MB L2 + 64 MB L3
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Product overview

Released on September 27, 2022, the Ryzen 9 7950X is a Zen 4, Ryzen 7000 desktop CPU for Socket AM5 with 16 cores/32 threads, 4.5 GHz base and up to 5.7 GHz boost, DDR5‑5200 support, and a built‑in Radeon iGPU. ([amd.com](https://www.amd.com/en/products/processors/desktops/ryzen/7000-series/amd-ryzen-9-7950x.html))

Positioned in the enthusiast tier, it targets creators and high‑end gamers who need maximum multi‑thread throughput without sacrificing top single‑thread clocks. It’s well‑suited for 1440p/4K gaming, streaming, video editing, and 3D rendering on AM5 boards, and it’s unlocked for overclocking. ([amd.com](https://www.amd.com/en/products/processors/desktops/ryzen/7000-series/amd-ryzen-9-7950x.html)) Notably, Ryzen 7000 is AMD’s first desktop family on a 5 nm process and the first Ryzen desktop lineup to include standard integrated graphics. ([amd.com](https://www.amd.com/en/partner/articles/amd-ryzen-7000-series-desktop-processors.html?utm_source=openai))

TierenthusiastReleased2022-09-27
Best for
  • 1440p gaming
  • 4K gaming
  • streaming
  • video editing
  • 3D rendering
  • office/productivity

Product highlights

  • Processor consumes less power to offer maximum productivity with added usability
  • Ryzen 9 product line processor for better usability and increased efficiency
  • 5 nm process technology provides optimal processing results with added usability
  • Hexadeca-core (16 Core) processor core efficiently handles data to ensure quicker transfer of information with maximum usability
  • 16 MB L2 plus 64 MB L3 cache memory provides excellent hit rate in short access time enabling improved system performance
  • Processor with 4.50 GHz clock speed for quick and dependable processing of data to ensure maximum productivity
  • Comes with AMD Radeon Graphics controller for stunning picture quality

Specifications

Cores
16
Threads
32
Base clock
4.5 GHZ
Boost clock
5.7 GHZ
Socket
AM5
Memory
DDR5-5200
TDP
170 W
Cache
16 MB L2 + 64 MB L3
Generation
Ryzen 7000
Max Memory Size
128 GB
ECC Support
Yes
Hyper Threading
Yes
Turbo Boost
Yes
Chipset
X670, B650
Ram Speed
5200 MT/s

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