AMD Ryzen 7 7700XAM5 boxed processor 100-100000591WOF · cooler not included- Maximum boost clock
- 5.4 GHzThis one: 5.5 GHz
- Default TDP
- 105 WThis one: 65 W
PROCESSORS
AMD Ryzen 7 9700X
Boxed, no cooler · part 100-100001404WOF
- CPU cores
- 8
- Thread count
- 16
- Maximum boost clock
- 5.5 GHz
An 8-core, 16-thread Zen 5 processor for AM5 with up to 5.5 GHz boost, 32 MB of L3 cache and a 65 W default TDP. It is unlocked for overclocking and includes basic Radeon integrated graphics; the boxed version has no cooler.
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THE ACTUAL PRODUCT
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Specifications checked 12 Sept 2026Manufacturer specifications, not a hands-on test.
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- Thread count
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- L3 cache
- 16 MBThis one: 32 MB
Key strengths
8 Zen 5 cores and 16 threads, boosting up to 5.5 GHz, with 32 MB of L3 cache.
Unlocked for overclocking, with EXPO memory profiles, Precision Boost Overdrive and Curve Optimizer; ASRock also offers an optional 105 W mode on supported motherboards.
PCIe 5.0 with 24 usable lanes, up to 256 GB of DDR5, ECC memory support on compatible motherboards and basic Radeon graphics (2 graphics cores) for display output.
Before you buy
No cooler in the box; with a 65 W default TDP, AMD recommends a premium air cooler for best performance.
Needs an AM5 motherboard whose BIOS supports this processor, plus DDR5 memory; check the board's CPU-support list before buying.
Memory is rated at DDR5-5600 with two sticks but only DDR5-3600 with four.
The 105 W mode depends on the motherboard and BIOS; ASRock notes that not every AM5 board supports it.
Works with
Products in this catalogue that list the same socket or memory type as the AMD Ryzen 7 9700X. A shared socket or memory type is necessary but not sufficient: check the exact CPU and memory support lists, and the BIOS version, before buying.
- 209 AM5 motherboardsSocket AM5 on both, from cited specifications
- 50 DDR5 memory kitsMemory type DDR5 on both, from cited specifications
Every specification. With its source.
Full specifications
Exact configuration: AM5 boxed processor 100-100001404WOF · cooler not included
32 specifications in 8 groups. Values are manufacturer specifications unless a row says “Measured result” or “Calculated from cited specifications”. 3 rows repeat listed facts in the manufacturer’s own wording, kept under “Manufacturer wording”.
Cores & clocks
8 items
- CPU cores
- 8Source
- Thread count
- 16Source
- Maximum boost clock
- 5.5 GHz
Peak boost clock, not a sustained all-core speed.
Source - Base clock
- 3.8 GHz
Base frequency; boost clocks are listed separately.
Source - CPU architecture
- Zen 5
AMD's CPU core architecture.
Source - CPU and memory tuning
- Unlocked CPU overclocking; EXPO, PBO and Curve Optimizer
AMD lists the CPU as unlocked for overclocking, with EXPO memory profiles, Precision Boost Overdrive, Curve Optimizer and Ryzen Master support. Results depend on the motherboard, cooling and the individual chip.
Source - Automatic boost technology
- Precision Boost 2
Automatic boost, separate from PBO and manual tuning; not an all-core frequency.
Source - Comparable sustained workload performance
- Not listed by the manufacturer
AMD doesn't publish sustained game or application benchmarks for this processor. · No independent sustained game, application or power-mode measurements are available from these sources, so no overall performance winner is shown.
Manufacturer wording (2)
The same facts in the manufacturer’s combined or original wording, each with its source.
Cache
3 items
Power & temperature
3 items
- Default TDP
- 65 W
Default TDP, not measured system power.
Source - Optional BIOS power mode
- Optional 105 W mode
ASRock documents a 105 W mode on its supported AM5 motherboards with a BIOS using AGESA 1.2.0.2 or later (OC Tweaker menu) and warns that not all boards support it. The default TDP remains 65 W.
- Maximum junction temperature
- 95 °C
AMD's maximum operating temperature (Tjmax), not a typical running temperature.
Source
Manufacturer wording (1)
The same facts in the manufacturer’s combined or original wording, each with its source.
- Processor power definitions
- 65 W default TDP
AMD's thermal design rating, not the power the whole system will draw.
Source
Memory support
5 items
- Memory support
- Dual-channel DDR5 UDIMM; up to 256 GB; DDR5-5600 with two DIMMs or DDR5-3600 with four
AMD rates two DIMMs (single- or dual-rank) at DDR5-5600 and four at DDR5-3600. Check the motherboard's memory support list; EXPO speeds aren't guaranteed.
Source - Maximum supported memory
- 256 GB
AMD's CPU limit; the motherboard, its BIOS and the memory kit must also support this capacity.
Source - Memory rate with two DIMMs
- 5600 MT/s
Applies to two single-rank or two dual-rank DDR5 modules. EXPO memory overclocking is separate and depends on the motherboard.
Source - Memory rate with four DIMMs
- 3600 MT/s
Applies to four single-rank or four dual-rank DDR5 modules; slower than the two-module rating.
Source - CPU ECC memory capability
- Yes
Needs a motherboard and memory that support ECC.
Source
Graphics, display & AI
2 items
PCIe, USB & storage
3 items
- Native PCIe
- PCIe 5.0 · 28 total / 24 usable lanes
CPU PCIe version and total/usable lanes, not the number of motherboard slots. Actual links depend on the motherboard and installed devices.
Source - Native CPU USB capability
- 4 USB 10 Gb/s ports; 1 USB 2.0 port
USB provided by the processor itself; the motherboard decides which ports, including any USB4, are actually fitted.
Source - NVMe boot and RAID capability
- Boot; RAID 0, 1, 5 and 10
The motherboard, drivers and drives must also support these modes, and some boards offer fewer.
Source
Platform & package
5 items
- Socket
- AM5Source
- Cooling
- Cooler required separately; AMD recommends a premium air cooler for optimal performance
AMD doesn't include a cooler with this boxed version; choose one that fits AM5 and the motherboard.
Source - Platform checks
- AM5 motherboard and DDR5 memory required. Check the motherboard CPU-support list and BIOS before purchase.Source
- Listed platform chipsets
- A620, B650, B650E, X670, X670E, X870, X870E, B840, B850
Chipset families AMD lists; check the motherboard's CPU-support list and BIOS version.
Source - Manufacturer launch date
- 2024-08-08
AMD's launch date, not a sign of current stock.
Source
Manufacturing
3 items
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