AMD Ryzen 7 9700F

8
Cores
16
Threads
3.8 GHz
Base Clock
5.5 GHz
Boost Clock
Socket AM5
Socket
65 W
TDP
No iGPU
Graphics
CPU Snapshot
Release date:Sep 16, 2025Price at Launch:$294
Type:DesktopSocket:Socket AM5
Cores:8Threads:16
Multithreading:Yes
Clocks & Cache
Base Clock:3.8 GHzBoost Clock:5.5 GHz
L2 Cache:8 MBL3 Cache:32 MB
Platform
Codename:Granite Ridge (Zen 5)Process Size:4 nm
Memory Support:DDR5-5600TDP:65 W
PCIe Support:PCIe 5.0, 24 lanesBox Cooler:Yes
Integrated Features
Integrated Graphics:NoNPU:No

Reviews and Ratings

Reviewers Liked

  • Zen 5 can be really fast at times
  • Cheaper than last-gen Ryzen 7 7700X
  • Back to 65W TDP for more efficient
  • Runs on existing Socket AM5 motherboards
  • Low temperatures
  • Integrated GPU

Reviewers Didn't Like

  • Power niggles need sorting to reach peak performance
  • You'll probably want the X3D model for gaming
  • Zen 4 is better value for money
  • Minor multi-core performance bump over previous gen
  • Outperformed by Intel 13th Gen Core i5 chips in multi-core tests
  • No cooler included (despite 65 W TDP)
  • No NPU for AI acceleration
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...

By PC Gamer 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...

By windowscentral.com on

The AMD Ryzen 7 9700X will sell for $360. Impressive single-threaded performance Very energy efficient Runs on existing Socket AM5 motherboards Low temperatures Overclocking unlocked Integrated GPU Full AVX-512 support No risk of E-Cores complicating...

By techPowerUp! on

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