AMD
AMD Ryzen 9 5900X
The 12-core version of the Zen 3 flagship, known for its high clock speeds and massive cache.
$249.00
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BuyKey Properties
ArchitectureZen 3
Base Clock3.7
Base Clock Speed(GHz)3.7 GHz
Cache L364
Cache Size(MB)64 MB
Compatibility['Socket AM4', 'PCIe 4.0', 'DDR4 (up to 3200 MT/s)']
Component TypeCPU
Core Count(cores)12 cores
Cpu Cooler IncludedFalse
Cpu Microarchitecture GenerationAMD Zen 3
Cpu SocketAM4
Form FactorDesktops, Boxed Processor
Included CoolerNo
Integrated GraphicsNo
Interface Standard['PCIe 4.0']
Launch Date11/5/2020
ManufacturerAMD
Manufacturing ProcessTSMC 7nm FinFET
Max Boost Clock4.8
Max Boost Clock Speed(GHz)4.8 GHz
Max Memory Speed3200
Max Turbo Power142
Memory Channels2
Memory SupportDDR4
Memory Type Support12
Overclocking SupportYes
Pcie Lane Count24
Pcie VersionPCIe 4.0
Pci Express VersionPCIe 4.0
Performance Spec['12 cores', '24 threads', 'Base clock 3.7 GHz', 'Max boost up to 4.8 GHz', 'Default TDP 105W']
Power Requirements105
Price(USD)249 USD
Process NodeTSMC 7nm
SocketAM4
Tdp Processor Base Power105
Thermal Design['Max operating temperature (Tjmax) 90°C', 'Default TDP 105W']
Thermal Design Power(W)105 W
Thread Count(threads)24 threads
Unlocked Multiplier OverclockingTrue
Warranty Period36