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AMD Ryzen 7 9700X

Current productReleased 2024

AMD Ryzen 7 9700X is a 8-core, 16-thread AM5 processor with a 5.5 GHz boost clock and a 88 W peak package draw.

Key fit specifications
Socket: AM5 · Cores: 8 · Threads: 16
Good fit for
Mainstream gaming at 1440p and above, where the graphics card does the work
Know before buying
No cooler in the box — budget for one rated above 88 W

Best available price

$274.99

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Price history$275 now · $282 observed low · 151 observations Authorized live dataView chart +
Price position
Near observed low
Current percentile
0th of 151
Observed trend
Stable 0%
Typical range
$339–$339
2026-08-262026-10-07
Observed low
$275
Median
$339
Observed high
$339
Dispersion
0% IQR / median

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Key specifications

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Socket
AM5
Cores
8
Threads
16
Base clock
3.8 GHz
More specifications (8)Open +
Boost clock
5.5 GHz
TDP
65 W
Peak package power
88 W
Memory support
DDR5
Rated memory speed
5600 MT/s
Integrated graphics
Yes
Cooler in box
No
Launch year
2024

Compatible parts

Parts in the current catalog that can be paired with this model.

  • Motherboard24 of 35 compatibleReview +

    Works with ASRock B650M Pro RS WiFi, ASRock X870 Steel Legend WiFi, ASUS Prime B650M-A AX II and 21 more.

    AMD Ryzen 7 9700X uses socket AM5 but ASRock B860 Steel Legend WiFi provides socket LGA1851.

    AMD Ryzen 7 9700X uses socket AM5 but ASUS ROG Strix Z790-E Gaming WiFi II provides socket LGA1700.

    AMD Ryzen 7 9700X uses socket AM5 but ASUS TUF Gaming B550-Plus WiFi II provides socket AM4.

  • CPU cooler36 of 37 compatibleReview +

    Works with ARCTIC Freezer 36 Black, ARCTIC Freezer A35, ARCTIC Liquid Freezer II 240 A-RGB and 33 more.

    ARCTIC Freezer i35 supports LGA1700 and has no AM5 bracket.

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Model key Ryzen 7 9700X
1$275
Source details15 field-level source claims, retrieval dates and confidence valuesOpen +
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