AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D

The Ryzen 7 5800X3D is the first processor to feature AMD's 3D V-cache technology. Making CPU cores faster rather than adding more cores is the best way to boost PC gaming performance. That's why AMD has supercharged their 8-core, 16-thread CPU to create the Ryzen 7 5800X3D with 3D V-cache.
- As reviewed by TechSpot on Apr 2022
8
Cores
16
Threads
3.4 GHz
Base Clock
4.5 GHz
Boost Clock
Socket AM4
Socket
105 W
TDP
No iGPU
Graphics
$688
Price
Release date:Apr 20, 2022Price at Launch:$449
Cores:8Threads:16
Base Clock:3.4 GHzBoost Clock:4.5 GHz
Type:DesktopMultithreading:Yes
L2 Cache:4 MBL3 Cache:96 MB
Box Cooler:NoTDP:105 W
Socket:Socket AM4Memory Support:DDR4-3200
Codename:Vermeer (Zen 3)Process Size:7 nm
Integrated Graphics:NoNPU:No
PCIe Support:PCIe 4.0, 20 Lanes

Performance Benchmarks

All benchmark data reflects aggregated results from dozens of tests conducted in TechSpot’s labs and compiled from our full library of CPU reviews. Single-core productivity scores are based primarily on Cinebench and Adobe Photoshop workloads. Multi-core results draw from Cinebench, Blender, Corona Benchmark, 7-Zip, Adobe Premiere Pro, and shader compilation tests. CPU gaming benchmarks are all 1080p runs (explainer) as published on TechSpot.

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Price History

AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D pricing

Price Date
Current $688 Dec 14, 2025
Highest* $768 Aug 10, 2025
Lowest* $280 Feb 1, 2025
Average $600
* Prices are based on listings from Newegg and other major retailers over the past 12+ months.
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Reviews and Ratings

87

Average Score

Based on 9 reviews

9.6

User Score

Based on 6,370 reviews

Reviewers Liked

  • Same AM4 socket
  • Relatively affordable
  • Eight "Zen 3" CPU cores
  • Huge amounts of L3 cache may benefit some niche workloads

Reviewers Didn't Like

  • No DDR5 or PCIe 5.0
  • Non-gaming performance is ok
  • Significant price increase versus non-3D V-Cache Ryzen chips
  • Not unlocked for overclocking

From Ryzen 5 3600 to 5800X3D: The Big Upgrade: Normally we'd recommend the Ryzen 5 5600 as a smart Zen 3 upgrade, but as we've found for 3600 owners, it's not a huge step forward and in many instances the performance uplift is going to be fairly negligible. After all, it was only 17% faster on average at 1080p using a Radeon RX 6950 XT whereas the 5800X3D was 46% faster.

By TechSpot on

Ryzen 7 5800X3D vs. Core i7-12700KF: Best CPU For Gamers:
If you want to build a high-end gaming system with the goal of receiving the best performance possible without going overboard on the cost of stuff like memory, then the 5800X3D is the way to go. However, if you're merely after a strong gaming CPU that's also great for general use and productivity, then we'd say the 12700 variants are better all-rounders.

By TechSpot on

Ryzen 7 5800X3D vs. Core i9-12900K in 40 Games: As for the Ryzen 7 5800X3D vs. Core i9-12900K battle, our day-one review summed it up the best and although we've tested five times more games here, the conclusion goes unchanged: for those seeking maximum gaming performance, but don't want to go stupid with pricing, and care a bit about power efficiency, the 5800X3D seems like the obvious option.

By TechSpot on
90

The Ryzen 7 5800X3D is the first processor to feature AMD's 3D V-cache technology. Making CPU cores faster rather than adding more cores is the best way to boost PC gaming performance. That's why AMD has supercharged their 8-core, 16-thread CPU to create the Ryzen 7 5800X3D with 3D V-cache.

By TechSpot on
90

If you have a taste for higher-end fare and a good understanding of the strengths and weaknesses, the Ryzen 7 5800X3D is an impressive chip that delivers leading-edge gaming performance and leaves room for future GPU upgrades, making it the best CPU at its price point for gaming-focused rigs.

By Tom's Hardware on
90

Yes, but only with the understanding that you'll need a new motherboard down the line. As impressive as it is, the Ryzen 7 5800X3D is a little tough to recommend simply based on the time it launched and where future CPU generations are headed. Editors'...

By Digital Trends on
90

Certainly if AMD can utilise the low latency that this design solution brings, without having to take away our boost clock and memory overclocking tools, then this could be a watershed moment in future CPU design, and for that it wins our Innovation Award.

By OC3D on
81

A technically impressive processor and a fitting epitaph for the AM4 era of AMD's Ryzen CPUs. But the 'fastest gaming CPU' is a moniker which serves marketing people more than it does us PC...

By PC Gamer on
85

AMD's new Ryzen 7 5800X3D is an interesting processor to analyse as it feels as much of a real-world product as it does a technology demonstrator for AMD's future plans.Looking at real-world performance, this processor is not the chip you should be...

By Kitguru.net on
70

AMD's Ryzen 7 5800X3D is among the most intriguing new desktop processors from the company since the introduction of its first Ryzen chip in 2017. In many ways, the Ryzen 7 5800X3D is no different from the Ryzen 7 5800X launched in November 2020, except...

By PC Mag on
90

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D introduces new 3D V-Cache technology that delivers on its lofty promises with incredible Ryzen 9-like gaming performance. It even takes a huge swing at Intel's latest behemoth, the Core i9-12900K, and manages to land some serious...

By TechRadar on
100

AMD announced the start of the final phase of the 'Zen 3' era with the introduction of a new Ryzen 5000 series CPUs for April. The company announced seven CPUs, including the Ryzen 7 5800X3D. This octa-core processor is effectively a rebranded Ryzen 7...

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