Today, AMD announced the next-gen AMD Ryzen 9000 Series processors for desktops, during Computex 2024. The new AMD Ryzen 9000 series, including the earlier announced Ryzen AI 300 series are powered by the new Zen 5 architecture.
AMD Ryzen 9000 Series desktop processors offer advanced computing power and reliability, with an average 16% better IPC performance compared to the previous generation’s “Zen 4” architecture. The top-of-the-line Ryzen 9 9950X delivers the fastest consumer performance globally.
“We are so excited to introduce the Ryzen 9000 series, the world’s most powerful desktop
processors for gamers and creators, and the 3rd generation AMD Ryzen AI processors, which
provide leadership AI and compute performance for ultrathin and premium Copilot+ PCs.”
Jack Huynh, AMD senior vice president and general manager of Computing and Graphics Group
AMD Ryzen 9000 Series Desktop Processors Deliver World-Class Gaming and Creator Performance
For avid gamers seeking the ultimate competitive edge, the AMD Ryzen 9000 Series desktop
processors deliver unrivaled performance, enabling smooth gameplay and high frame rates
across various titles, from AAA blockbusters to esports favorites. Moreover, professional content creators can now harness the full potential of their creative workflows with
AMD Ryzen 9000 Series desktop processors provide exceptional performance in 3D modeling, animation, and product visualization, with the Ryzen 9 9950X CPU being the fastest consumer desktop processor.
The new Ryzen 9000 Series desktop processors are expected to be available to DIY
customers and SI partners starting July 2024.
AMD Ryzen 9000 Series Spec Sheet
| Model | Cores / Threads | Boost / Base Frequency | Total Cache | PCIe | TDP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AMD Ryzen 9 9950X | 16/32 | Up to 5.7 GHz /4.3 GHz | 80MB | Gen 5 | 170 |
| AMD Ryzen 9 9900X | 12/24 | Up to 5.6 GHz /4.4 GHz | 76MB | Gen 5 | 120 |
| AMD Ryzen 7 9700X | 8/16 | Up to 5.5 GHz /3.8 GHz | 40MB | Gen 5 | 65 |
| AMD Ryzen 5 9600X | 6/12 | Up to 5.4 GHz /3.9 GHz | 38MB | Gen 5 | 65 |
The Socket AM5 motherboard family features two new chipsets. Designed to seamlessly
integrate with AMD Ryzen 9000 Series desktop processors, the new AMD X870E and X870
chipsets boast support for the latest technologies such as PCIe 5.0, DDR5, USB4, and WIFI7.
Socket AM5 platforms are built to last, with support through 2027 and beyond.
The new chipsets, X870 and X870E, feature USB4 as a standard feature and AMD EXPO Technology for faster DDR5 memory overclocking. Both have 44 total PCIe lanes and direct-to-processor PCIe 5.0 NVMe connectivity, with the X870E offering twice the bandwidth of competing platforms when enabled simultaneously.
For more information, visit the AMD website.
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