AMD Ryzen 9 7900X
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Q4/2022
AMD Ryzen 9 7900X

Processor AMD Ryzen 9 7900X, specifications and benchmarks

44 place in the overall ranking CPUs!
The AMD Ryzen 9 7900X processor is installed in AM5 (LGA 1718) socket boards and operates at a frequency of 4.70 GHz. The AMD Ryzen 9 7900X has a total of 12 / 24 cores. Release date: Q4/2022. TDP is 170 W. This review will provide all the technical specifications and detailed data about the AMD Ryzen 9 7900X processor. Discover everything to determine whether a game or software will run on AMD Ryzen 9 7900X.

Specifications

Technical data
CPU Family and Group

This section provides a comprehensive overview of the processors generation and family, explaining the specific market segment it is designed for. It covers key details such as the CPUs position within its product lineup, its intended use cases (e.g., consumer, server, or workstation), and how its generation compares to previous models.

  • Family
  • CPU group
    AMD Ryzen 7000
  • Segment
    Desktop / Server
  • Generation
    6
  • Predecessor
    AMD Ryzen 9 5900X
  • Successor
    --
CPU Technical Specs

AMD Ryzen 9 7900X. This section highlights key performance parameters of the processor, including the number of cores, threads, and clock speeds (base and boost frequencies). These metrics directly impact multitasking capabilities and overall system performance in both single-threaded and multi-threaded applications.

  • CPU Cores / Threads
    12 / 24
  • Core architecture
    normal
  • Cores
    12x
  • Hyperthreading / SMT
    Yes
  • Overclocking
    Yes
  • Frequency
    4.70 GHz
  • Turbo Frequency (1 Core)
    5.60 GHz
  • Turbo Frequency (12 Cores)
    5.40 GHz
IGPU

This section provides details on the integrated graphics capabilities of the processor. It covers the architecture, performance characteristics, and supported technologies (e.g., DirectX, OpenGL), which are essential for systems without dedicated GPUs or for mobile devices that require energy-efficient graphics processing.

  • GPU name
    AMD Radeon Graphics (Raphael)
  • GPU frequency
    0.40 GHz
  • GPU (Turbo)
    2.20 GHz
  • Execution units
    2
  • Shader
    128
  • Max. GPU Memory
    8 GB
  • Max. displays
    3
  • Generation
    9
  • Direct X
    12
  • Technology
    5 nm
  • Release date
    Q3/2022
Hardware codec support

This section covers the built-in hardware codec support for video and image processing. The processor’s ability to handle codecs like H.264, HEVC, and VP9 directly influences its performance in tasks such as video playback, editing, and streaming. This hardware acceleration ensures smoother media handling with lower CPU utilization.

  • h265 / HEVC (8 bit)
    Decode / Encode
  • h265 / HEVC (10 bit)
    Decode / Encode
  • h264
    Decode / Encode
  • VP8
    Decode / Encode
  • VP9
    Decode / Encode
  • AV1
    No
  • AVC
    Decode / Encode
  • VC-1
    Decode
  • JPEG
    Decode / Encode
Memory Specs & PCI

This section breaks down the technical characteristics of the memory supported by the processor, including the types (e.g., DDR4, DDR5), number of memory channels, and maximum supported memory speed. It also covers PCI Express support, which determines the bandwidth available for GPUs, SSDs, and other peripherals, critical for high-performance systems.

  • Memory type
    DDR5-5200
  • Max. Memory
    128 GB
  • Memory channels
    2 (Dual Channel)
  • Bandwidth
    83.2 GB/s
  • ECC
    Yes
  • PCIe
    5.0 x 24
  • AES-NI
    Yes
Thermal Management
  • TDP (PL1)
    170 W
  • TDP (PL2)
    230 W
  • TDP up
    --
  • TDP down
    --
  • Tjunction max.
    95 °C
* see below
Technologies and Extensions

This section explains the underlying technologies that enable the processor to deliver high performance. It includes details about the manufacturing process (e.g., 7nm, 10nm), supported instruction sets (e.g., AVX, SSE), and virtual machine extensions that enhance compatibility and efficiency across various workloads.

  • Technology
    5 nm
  • Chip design
    Chiplet
  • Socket
    AM5 (LGA 1718)
  • L2-Cache
    12.00 MB
  • L3-Cache
    64.00 MB
  • Architecture
    Raphael (Zen 4)
  • Operating systems
    Windows 10, Windows 11, Linux
  • Virtualization
    AMD-V, SVM
  • Instruction set (ISA)
    x86-64 (64 bit)
  • ISA extensions
    SSE4a, SSE4.1, SSE4.2,FMA3, AVX2, AVX512
  • Release date
    Q4/2022
  • Release price
    549 $
  • Part Number
    100-100000589WOF
  • Documents
    Technical data sheet
Positions in all rankings

Common positions AMD Ryzen 9 7900X CPU in popular benchmarks, for comparison with other models.

  • Cinebench R23 (Single-Core)
    15 place
  • Cinebench R23 (Multi-Core)
    27 place
  • Cinebench R20 (Single-Core)
    21 place
  • Cinebench R20 (Multi-Core)
    21 place
  • Cinebench R15 (Single-Core)
    10 place
  • Cinebench R15 (Multi-Core)
    12 place
  • Geekbench 5, 64bit (Single-Core)
    9 place
  • Geekbench 5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    47 place
  • iGPU - FP32 Performance (Single-precision GFLOPS)
    588 place
  • Geekbench 3, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    179 place
  • Estimated results for PassMark CPU Mark
    31 place
  • Geekbench 6 (Single-Core)
    8 place
  • Geekbench 6 (Multi-Core)
    18 place

Benchmarks

Performance tests CPU

Compare the benchmark scores of AMD Ryzen 9 7900X with other processors to gauge its real-world performance across various tasks..

These tests encompass tasks such as mathematical calculations, 3D rendering, cryptocurrency mining, and performance evaluations in both single-core and multi-core modes.

Cinebench R23 (Single-Core)
Maxon's Cinebench R23 SC is a cross-platform test suite for macOs and Windows uses one CPU core, with no hypetrading
2107
2082
2072
2041
AMD Ryzen 9 7900X
Cinebench R23 (Multi-Core)
Maxon's Cinebench R23 MC is a cross-platform test suite for macOs and Windows using a multi-core and hyperthreading
31350
31062
31062
29516
AMD Ryzen 9 7900X
Cinebench R20 (Single-Core)
Cinebench R20 SC is a high load CPU test for long tasks on a desktop or notebook PC, uses one CPU core, with no hypetrading
Cinebench R20 (Multi-Core)
Cinebench R20 MC is a high load CPU test for long tasks on a desktop or notebook PC, using a multi-core and hyperthreading
12375
11831
11831
11572
AMD Ryzen 9 7900X
Geekbench 5, 64bit (Single-Core)
Geekbench 5 SC is a popular cross-platform performance test for desktop or mobile processors that uses system memory intensively
2242
2226
AMD Ryzen 9 7900X
2221
Geekbench 5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
Geekbench 5 MC is a popular cross-platform performance test for desktop or mobile processors that uses system memory intensively
20864
20131
20131
19932
AMD Ryzen 9 7900X
iGPU - FP32 Performance (Single-precision GFLOPS)
The performance of the iGPU - the internal GPU in games
Estimated results for PassMark CPU Mark
PassMark is a test suite that performs complex mathematical calculations to determine CPU performance on file compression, encryption and physics-related tasks
57664
55032
53499
52031
AMD Ryzen 9 7900X
Cinebench R15 (Single-Core)
The Cinebench R15 SC stresses the computing modules of a desktop or laptop computer to their limits and accurately determines the key performance parameters of the hardware
Cinebench R15 (Multi-Core)
The Cinebench R15 MC stresses the computing modules of a desktop or laptop computer to their limits and accurately determines the key performance parameters of the hardware

Synonyms

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PL1 - The power limit (in watts) generated by the processor (or GPU) during sustained, standard operation. It represents the typical thermal output during normal workloads.

PL2 - Represents the maximum power limit under heavy load or overclocking conditions. It indicates the thermal output during peak performance.

These values are essential for determining the optimal cooling system and power supply required to maintain stable performance.

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