AMD Ryzen 7 9700X features 8 cores, 16 threads, 5.5 GHz boost Clock, 32 MB L3 cache, DDR5-5600 support, 65W TDP, PCIe 5.0, and is unlocked for Overclocking
Series
Ryzen 9000 / Granite Ridge (Zen 5, AM5)
Processor Number
9700X
Packaging
Boxed version “WOF” (without fan)
CPU Socket
AM5 (LGA-1718)
Total Cores
8 cores
Total Threads
16 threads
Cache
L3 = 32 MB, L2 = 8 MB, L1 = 640 KB
L1 Cache
640 KB total (per core division not always listed)
L2 Cache
8 MB total (≈ 1 MB per core)
Base Clock
3.8 GHz
Max Turbo Frequency
Up to 5.5 GHz
TDP
65W
Maximum Turbo Power
Yes
Unlocked for Overclocking
Yes (multiplier unlocked)
Thermal Solution (PIB)
sold without cooler
Launch Date
Announced June 2024, open sales began August 2024
Architecture
- Zen 5
Memory Types
DDR5, supported up to DDR5-5600 (native)
Max Operating Temperature
- ~95 °C
PCI Express Version
- PCIe 5.0
Processor Graphics
AMD Radeon Graphics (iGPU)
Graphics Base Frequency
2,200 MHz (for the integrated Radeon Graphics)

