AMD - Ryzen 9 5900XT 16-Core - 32-Thread 3.3 GHz (4.8 GHz Max Boost) Socket AM4 Unlocked Desktop Processor - Silver
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Specifications
- Processor SocketSocket AM4 (PGA 1331)PCI Express VersionPCI Express 4.0CPU Base Clock Frequency3.3 gigahertzCPU Boost Clock Frequency4.8 gigahertzNumber of CPU Cores16-coreNumber of CPU Threads32
- Key Specs
- Processor Socket: Socket AM4 (PGA 1331) (Type of pin configuration that connects a CPU to a computer’s motherboard.)
- PCI Express Version: PCI Express 4.0
- CPU Base Clock Frequency: 3.3 gigahertz (Actual central processing unit (CPU) speed may vary by device configuration and design. The average rate at which the processor is able to execute tasks under normal operating conditions as asserted by the manufacturer.)
- CPU Boost Clock Frequency: 4.8 gigahertz (Actual central processing unit (CPU) speed may vary by device configuration and design. The maximum rate at which the processor is able to execute tasks, typically only used for a short period of time as needed. This rate may temporarily boost the processor's performance, but may result in overheating, shutdown, or damage to equipment if sustained.)
- Number of CPU Cores: 16-core (A core, or "brain" of a CPU, allows it to receive and execute instructions. Each core can work independently or together to perform parallel operations.)
- Number of CPU Threads: 32 (Generally, the more threads, the faster and more responsive the operating system.)
- Unlocked Processor: true
- Memory Type Supported: DDR4
- L1 Cache: 1 megabytes (Cache memory, also called CPU memory, is random-access memory (RAM) that a computer microprocessor can access more quickly than it can access regular RAM. This memory is typically integrated directly with the CPU chip or placed on a separate chip that has a separate bus interconnect with the CPU.)
- L2 Cache: 8 megabytes (Cache memory, also called CPU memory, is random-access memory (RAM) that a computer microprocessor can access more quickly than it can access regular RAM. This memory is typically integrated directly with the CPU chip or placed on a separate chip that has a separate bus interconnect with the CPU.)
- L3 Cache: 64 megabytes (Cache memory, also called CPU memory, is random-access memory (RAM) that a computer microprocessor can access more quickly than it can access regular RAM. This memory is typically integrated directly with the CPU chip or placed on a separate chip that has a separate bus interconnect with the CPU.)
- Processor Base Power: 0 watts
- Integrated Graphics: false (Device has a built-in graphics processing unit.)
- Processor Generation/Series: 5000 Series
- General
- Brand: AMD
- Model Number: 100-100001581WOF
- Product Name: Ryzen 9 5900XT 16-Core - 32-Thread 3.3 GHz (4.8 GHz Max Boost) Socket AM4 Unlocked Desktop Processor
- Color: Silver
- Processor Model Number: 5900XT
- Processor Collection: Ryzen 9
- Processor Generation/Series: 5000 Series
- Year of Release: 2024
- Compatibility
- Processor Socket: Socket AM4 (PGA 1331) (Type of pin configuration that connects a CPU to a computer’s motherboard.)
- PCI Express Configuration: PCIe Gen 4 x1
- PCI Express Lanes (Total): 24
- PCI Express Version: PCI Express 4.0
- Processor Instruction Set: 64-bit
- Performance
- CPU Base Clock Frequency: 3.3 gigahertz (Actual central processing unit (CPU) speed may vary by device configuration and design. The average rate at which the processor is able to execute tasks under normal operating conditions as asserted by the manufacturer.)
- CPU Boost Clock Frequency: 4.8 gigahertz (Actual central processing unit (CPU) speed may vary by device configuration and design. The maximum rate at which the processor is able to execute tasks, typically only used for a short period of time as needed. This rate may temporarily boost the processor's performance, but may result in overheating, shutdown, or damage to equipment if sustained.)
- Number of CPU Cores: 16-core (A core, or "brain" of a CPU, allows it to receive and execute instructions. Each core can work independently or together to perform parallel operations.)
- Number of CPU Threads: 32 (Generally, the more threads, the faster and more responsive the operating system.)
- Unlocked Processor: true
- Hard Drive Accelerator: None (A module integrated (or added) into a PC to improve performance speed. By acting as a high-speed cache, an accelerator speeds up access times to the hard drive, which results in faster web browsing, improved gaming experience, and overall more responsiveness.)
- Memory
- Maximum Memory Supported: 128 gigabytes
- Memory Type Supported: DDR4
- Number of Memory Channels Supported: 2
- Cache Level: L1, L2, L3 (The cache stores data that the CPU needs to access quickly in order to complete tasks. Each level is ranked according to priority of access; Level 1 (L1) cache stores data that the CPU needs to access first. L1 cache is also the fastest but holds the least amount of data, with each following level decreasing in speed but increasing in capacity.)
- L1 Cache: 1 megabytes (Cache memory, also called CPU memory, is random-access memory (RAM) that a computer microprocessor can access more quickly than it can access regular RAM. This memory is typically integrated directly with the CPU chip or placed on a separate chip that has a separate bus interconnect with the CPU.)
- L2 Cache: 8 megabytes (Cache memory, also called CPU memory, is random-access memory (RAM) that a computer microprocessor can access more quickly than it can access regular RAM. This memory is typically integrated directly with the CPU chip or placed on a separate chip that has a separate bus interconnect with the CPU.)
- L3 Cache: 64 megabytes (Cache memory, also called CPU memory, is random-access memory (RAM) that a computer microprocessor can access more quickly than it can access regular RAM. This memory is typically integrated directly with the CPU chip or placed on a separate chip that has a separate bus interconnect with the CPU.)
- Features
- Processor Type: Desktop
- Thermal Solution: Not included (The kind of cooling system built into the CPU.)
- RAID Support: RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10 (RAID 1+0) (A Redundant Array of Independent Disks (RAID) includes a collection of separate disks that your computer recognizes as one disk unit. Each configuration offers a different level of mirroring, striping and read/write speeds.)
- Power
- Processor Base Power: 0 watts
- Processor Boost Power: 0 watts
- Graphics
- Integrated Graphics: false (Device has a built-in graphics processing unit.)
- Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: 3 year limited
- Warranty - Labor: 3 Year Limited Warranty
- Other
- UPC: 730143316552
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Q: Does the processor have integrated graphics?
A: This processor does not have integrated graphics.
Q: What is the processor's warranty?
A: The manufacturer's warranty for parts is three years.
Q: How many cores does the processor have?
A: The processor has 16 cores.
Q: What is the maximum memory supported?
A: The maximum memory supported is 128 gigabytes.
Q: What is the base clock frequency of the processor?
A: The CPU base clock frequency is 3.3 gigahertz.
Q: Will this processor work on MSI MAG B550 Tomahawk MAX WIFI motherboard which only has AM4 Socket?
A: Yes. This CPU works on AM4 but it may require a BIOS update. Since some motherboards need a working CPU to update the bios, AMD has a loaner CPU program that people can use but it can be a hassle.
A: Yes
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- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Best AM4 chip out there.
This is an amazing value, got it for my brother, and makes me wanna get one myself. This is a full 16 core processor. Rivals the 5700x3d in gaming, if tuned right.
Posted by BenjaminT
- Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Solid CPU if you're not into tinkering.
This review is kinda negative, but it's a good processor overall. Ok, I damaged my 12 core 5900X CPU removing liquid metal compound after three years so I needed a replacement. CPU picked up right away by my X570 Asus MB. Updated the bios, setup the bios D.O.C.P memory. Now, here comes the problems. Tinkering with the processors is where the problem lies. My 5900X I tinkered the heck out of it. 1.8V O.C to all core 4735 MHZ and tempts gaming 68c or lower. This CPU, I have no head room. BSOD or failed to load at just 150 MHZ. Unstable at 100, stable at 50 MHZ O.C which is basically nothing. So, O.C the infinity fabric to 1866, and DDR ram to 3733 MHZ which netted me about the same performance if not better than the measly 50 MHZ O.C At stock, Cyberpunk was getting 151 FPS with the O.C to memory and infinity fabric. With the memory O.C, it's getting 154 FPS and stable. Now, my old 5900X optimized to the best of my ability was getting 158 FPS in Cyberpunk at 1080P, high settings. 3D mark, 56 vs 58 FPS, in Hogwartz 59 vs 62 FPS in 3K resolutions with high settings. So just a touch slower. Next issue is heat. This CPU hits 80c gaming, big difference compared to my old 5900X CPU 68c. I know it's 16 cores vs 12 cores, and AIO cooling is just 140 MM fan. Cinebench, it hits 93c, so this CPU can run out, but I think a better AIO could solve this problem. Ok, positives, it's still a fast CPU overall. Knocked off maybe 40 seconds in handbrake upscaling a blu-ray to 4K with denoise enabled. It doesn't feel sluggish, everything is just smooth using the latest WIN11 build. I game in 3K to 4K, and the difference at higher resolution is typically less than 5 FPS, even compared to the newer CPUs with X3D cache (RTX 4070S, more GPU bound here). I only use 1080P for CPU testing, but do not game at 1080P resolution. So, I'm really not losing CPU performance besides something like Harry Potter which towns are heavy on the CPU. Next positive is the price. Only $325 at the time, applied a gift card, $240 or so with taxes. Plus, I've always wanted a 16 core processor as I've had 6,8,12 cores since 2010 (Old Intel 970 6 core duo monster). Overall, CPU is 4.25 out of 5. If the O.C was better, I would have no problems giving it 5 stars. I'm the tinkering type, and this CPU offered very little. I had my old 3800X performing at Intel 9900K stock with the O.C I had on that processor along with infinity fabric O.C. My 5900X performed faster than Intel Tiger Lake CPUs with the O.C I had on it. However, this could be due to the lack of cooling with a single 140 MM AIO. Is this CPU a buy? Yes if you're coming from Ryzen 2700X, 3800X, Intel's 8 and 9th series processors. If you have a Tiger Lake core? Probably not unless you're heavy into production workloads.
Posted by HabaBone
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Solid performer. Last remaining best AM4 upgrade.
Very fast processor focused on multitasking and pro tasks. Replaces Ryzen 9 5950X which came out in 2020 for $799 MSRP. It's still the best CPU upgrade on AM4 platform. It lacks behind x3d processors at gaming but those are getting harder to find these days.
Posted by wysama
