AMD Ryzen 9 7900
Techinical Specs
Processor Details
Name
AMD Ryzen 9 7900
Brand
amd
Process Type
desktop
Release Date
Jan 13th 2023
Launch Price
429 $
Specifications
Socket
amd socket am5
Foundry
TSMC
Process Size
5 nm
Die Size
2 mm 2
Package
FC-LGA1718
Performance
Frequency
3.7 GH/z
Boost Clock
5.4 GH/z
Multiplier
37.0 x
Multiplier Unlocked
YES
TDP
65 W
Core Configuration
Total Cores
12
Total Threads
24
Hybrid Cores
N/A
Integrated GPU
Radeon Graphics
Cache
L1: 64 KB
L2: 1.00 MB
L3: 64.00 MB
Architecture
Codename
Raphael
Generation
Ryzen 9 (Zen 4 (Raphael))
Memory Support
DDR5
ECC Memory Support
YES
PCI Express
Gen 5, 24 Lanes(CPU only)
Supported Chipsets
X670E, X670, B650E, B650
Features
- • MMX
- • SSE
- • SSE2
- • SSE3
- • SSSE3
- • SSE4A
- • SSE4.1
- • SSE4.2
- • AES
- • AVX
- • AVX2
- • AVX-512
- • BMI1
- • BMI2
- • SHA
- • F16C
- • FMA3
- • AMD64
- • EVP
- • AMD-V
- • SMAP
- • SMEP
- • SMT
- • Precision Boost 2
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Performance in Benchmarks
Cinebench R23
PassMark
Geekbench 5
Blender
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AMD Ryzen 9 7900
Processor
$249.00
PCBench Rating in 2025
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AI Summary
The Ryzen 9 7900 delivers solid 12‑core, 24‑thread performance at a competitive price, outperforming many 2023 mid‑tier CPUs. Its 5.4 GHz turbo and 65 W TDP make it ideal for gaming and content creation, while the integrated Radeon GPU offers a cost‑effective graphics option. However, it lags behind 3D‑cache variants for raw gaming gains.
Pros
- Strong single and multi‑thread scores for the $429 price, outperforming several Intel Ultra 5/7 models
- 12 cores/24 threads with 5.4 GHz turbo provide excellent multitasking for creators
- 65 W TDP ensures low power draw and fan noise
- Integrated Radeon graphics give a budget gaming option
Cons
- No 3D cache, so it trails 9900X3D and 9950X3D in gaming benchmarks
- Cinebench multi is lower than top‑tier 2024 CPUs like AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D
- Base clock listed as 100 GHz seems erroneous, indicating potential marketing misstatement
- Limited core count compared to 20‑core Intel Ultra 7 265, which may affect heavily threaded workloads
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