AMD Ryzen 7 9700X

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AMD Ryzen 7 9700X
Zen 5 appears to be a bit of a flop in our opinion. In fact, it's giving us Intel 11th-gen vibes. Sure, it's a little faster while using a little less power, but overall, after 2 years, it's much the same. Making matters worse is the price premium. If the 9700X was slotting in at the same $290 asking price as the 7700X, then I guess sure, that's fine – a small upgrade, nothing to get excited about, but it's not bad. But at a 24% premium, AMD can keep it; we have no interest in the 9700X at this point in time.
- As reviewed by TechSpot on Aug 2024
8
Cores
16
Threads
3.8 GHz
Base Clock
5.5 GHz
Boost Clock
Socket AM5
Socket
65 W
TDP
Radeon Graphics
Integrated Graphics
$293
Price
Release date:Aug 15, 2024Price at Launch:$359
Cores:8Threads:16
Base Clock:3.8 GHzBoost Clock:5.5 GHz
Type:DesktopMultithreading:Yes
L2 Cache:8 MBL3 Cache:32 MB
Box Cooler:NoTDP:65 W
Socket:Socket AM5Memory Support:DDR5-5600
Codename:Granite RidgeProcess Size:4 nm
Integrated Graphics:YesiGPU Model:Radeon Graphics
NPU:NoPCIe Support:PCIe  5.0, 28 Lanes

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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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AMD Ryzen 7 9700X pricing

Last 6 months
Price Date
Current $293 Dec 15, 2025
Highest* $324 Aug 28, 2025
Lowest* $229 Oct 12, 2025
Average $299
* Prices are based on listings from Newegg and other major retailers over the past 12+ months.
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Reviews and Ratings

83

Average Score

Based on 8 reviews

9.6

User Score

Based on 1,741 reviews

Reviewers Liked

  • Integrated GPU
  • Reduced TDP suits this chip well for compact desktops
  • Impressive single-threaded performance
  • Very energy efficient
  • Runs on existing Socket AM5 motherboards
  • Cheaper MSRP than AMD Ryzen 7 7700X
  • Native AVX-512 support

Reviewers Didn't Like

  • Slower than 7800X3D in gaming
  • Sometimes held back by 65 W power limit
  • No cooler included (despite 65 W TDP)
  • Zen 4 is better value for money
65

Zen 5 appears to be a bit of a flop in our opinion. In fact, it's giving us Intel 11th-gen vibes. Sure, it's a little faster while using a little less power, but overall, after 2 years, it's much the same. Making matters worse is the price premium. If the 9700X was slotting in at the same $290 asking price as the 7700X, then I guess sure, that's fine – a small upgrade, nothing to get excited about, but it's not bad. But at a 24% premium, AMD can keep it; we have no interest in the 9700X at this point in time.

By TechSpot on
85

At this time it doesn't look like a cheaper Ryzen 5 9700 non-X is planned—there is no flexibility left in TDP choices, or maybe they release it with 45 W TDP. A 105 W 9800 or non-X could be an option, but it seems unlikely that it'll be worth the cost, especially when you can unlock the 9700X manually in 30 seconds. The upcoming Zen 5 X3D CPUs are expected to deliver exceptional gaming performance, hopefully at competitive prices.

By TechPowerUp on
90

The Zen 5-powered AMD Ryzen 5 9600X and Ryzen 7 9700X deliver large generational gaming improvements that exceed price-comparable Intel models. The processors also deliver class-leading single-threaded performance but still trail Intel in heavily threaded applications. Overall, Ryzen 9000 delivers impressive generational performance gains, but consume 40% less power than their predecessors, ultimately yielding a cooler, quieter and faster system.

By Tom's Hardware on
86

This mid-tier Ryzen 7 9700X processor is genuinely fast and power efficient. For an all-round CPU, the price is very tempting but if you're a gaming enthusiast, you'll probably be better off waiting for the X3D models.

By PCGamer on
70

While it’s not much faster than its predecessor, the AMD Ryzen 7 9700X delivers excellent CPU performance, while avoiding the high temperatures that plagued the last generation of processors.

By IGN on
80

AMD's Ryzen 7 9700X desktop CPU is better than its 7000-series predecessor, mostly on power consumption and heat generation—it's only slightly faster. A lower list price gives it added AM5 appeal.

By PCMag on
100

AMD is delivering a multi-punch knockout with the Ryzen 7 9700X, as it drops the MSRP from its previous-generation 7700X and even returns to the 65W power draw of its 5700X. It comes with caveats, and the generational multi-core improvements are barely worth mentioning. However, its single-core performance is a thing to behold, ranking above most of Intel's comparable chips at 125W. Plus, it matches AMD's own gaming CPU champion, the Ryzen 7 7800X3D, while remaining cheaper and more power efficient — it's the new mid-range champion.

By WindowsCentral on
90

AMD provided a price cut with the 9000 series processors, including the Ryzen 7 9700X. Costing less than $400 makes this a compelling CPU choice for gaming systems and those with more demanding software requirements.

By XDA Developers on

Overall, Zen 5's performance in single-threaded workloads, especially in rendering, certainly takes things up a notch. And from an architectural perspective, Zen 5 is clearly an improvement over Zen 4 in virtually every way possible.

By AnandTech on

For our part, we intend to add a significant number of new game benchmarks in time for those second round of reviews, so stay tuned for this and much more from us on the PC front. Our new benchmarking system means that there's plenty of extra dimensions for CPU benchmarking too - power consumption, RAM speeds, optimised settings and overclocking - and we're excited to explore at least some of these possibilities over the next few months.

By EuroGamer on

However, it can still manage to drive up to four ultra-high-definition monitors at 4320p resolution and supports both hardware encoding and decoding for popular video codecs like AVC, HEVC, VP9, and AV1, although it does not support VVC like some other contemporary chips. Power efficiency, the 9700X's 4 nm process technology aims to minimize power consumption. The processor's long-term thermal design power (TDP) is rated at 65 watts. Under intense or prolonged workloads, it could consume at least 100 watts.

By The Guru of 3D on

All in I am very impressed with these initial AMD Ryzen 9000 series processors. Stay tuned for more Ryzen 9000 series Linux benchmarks in the days to come in looking closer at the AVX-512 improvements, DDR5-6000 vs. DDR5-8000 memory performance, and other benchmarking to look closer at other Zen 5 changes. Thanks to AMD for supplying the Ryzen 5 9600X and Ryzen 7 9700X processors in advance of today's embargo lift.

By Phoronix on
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