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AMD Ryzen 7 5700X review: 74 specs compared

Avg. price:~£150PassMark multi-core score:26607N. of physical cores:8CPU boost clock speed:4.6 GHzCPU socket:AM4TDP (Thermal design power):65 W

AMD Ryzen 7 5700X Review: Compare 74 technical specifications, 27 expert and video reviews and 13 best-of lists to see how this product ranks in the Processors category and whether it is worth buying.

AMD Ryzen 7 5700X
8.1/10

Overall score

Score
8.1/ 10
✕
What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, expert reviews, best-of lists and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 40%, Reviews score 25%, List score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 96% of models
Score components

40%

7.2

Technical score

25%

8.3

Reviews score

25%

8.6

List score

10%

10

Sentiment score

★Better than 96% of processors
8.6

Value for money

Value for money
8.6/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the processor's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a processor with a good balance between performance, efficiency, and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 98% of models
Score components

70%

8.1

Overall score

30%

9.7

Price

★Better than 98%
7.2

Technical score

Technical score
7.2/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 40% of the overall score.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 72% of models
Score components

60%

7.6

Performance

18%

6.3

Architecture

10%

7.3

Memory & PCIe

7%

5.8

Power & Thermal

4%

8.7

Platform

1%

4.0

Integrated graphics

▲Better than 72%
8.3

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.3/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.2 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 86% of models

80%

8.1

Average grade

20%

9.4

Popularity

Grades by review (27)
14 reviews: 11 with a printed score, 3 estimated from the review. 13 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
▲Better than 86%
8.6

List score

List score
8.6/ 10
✕
What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 25% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (13)
List score: in 13 of 87 lists (15%)
★Better than 99%
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Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.

What reviewers say about the AMD Ryzen 7 5700X

Based on 10 · 9

Reviewers like its solid gaming and productivity performance on the familiar AM4 platform, but find the bundled cooler weak.
Praised
Mixed views
Criticised
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What owners say about the AMD Ryzen 7 5700X

Based on 233 owners sharing their experience in online comments

87%positive6%mixed7%negative

Owners praise the performance and value, while high temperatures are the main frustration.

What owners dislike

  • Owners say the chip runs hot under load, reaching 80 to 90 C or more with weaker coolers, and needs a good air or liquid cooler.12
  • Some owners see stutters and frame-rate drops in specific games, such as Fortnite or Horizon Forbidden West, and feel the CPU limits their GPU.7
  • Some owners find the gain over a 3600 or 5600 small in gaming, mainly because the extra cores help only with multitasking.6
  • Owners say that after undervolting or lowering the clock, Cinebench scores drop and peak frame rates can fall a little.4
  • Some owners report crashes or blue screens, including one who saw crashes in Cinebench after tuning with the same settings that worked for others.3

Points mentioned by at least 3 owners, most mentioned first.

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Technical Specifications of processor AMD Ryzen 7 5700X

Technical score
Technical score
7.2/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 40% of the overall score.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 72% of models
Score components:

60%

7.6

Performance

18%

6.3

Architecture

10%

7.3

Memory & PCIe

7%

5.8

Power & Thermal

4%

8.7

Platform

1%

4.0

Integrated graphics

7.2
Reviews score
8.3
List score
8.6
Value for money
Value for money
8.6/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the processor's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a processor with a good balance between performance, efficiency, and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 98% of models
Score components:

70%

8.1

Overall score

30%

9.7

Price

8.6
Processor type
desktop
This processor belongs to the desktop processor class, which is more advanced than that of 54.7% of processors and equal to that of 39.5% of processors.
CPU socket
AM4
This processor uses the AM4 CPU socket, which is newer than that of 75.1% of processors and equal to that of 9.4% of processors.
Chipset
X570, B550, A520, X470, B450, X370, B350, A320
This processor supports X570, B550, A520, X470, B450, X370, B350, A320 chipsets, which is broader compatibility than 74.1% of processors and equal to that of 4.4% of processors.
CPU architecture
x86-64
This processor uses the x86-64 architecture, which is more advanced than that of 1.8% of processors and equal to that of 98.2% of processors.
Instruction sets
MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, FMA3, AES, SHA, AMD-V
This processor supports MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, FMA3, AES, SHA, AMD-V instruction sets, which is broader support than 54.5% of processors and equal to that of 3.5% of processors.
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What reviewers say
N. of physical cores
8
Market range: <2 – >12
This processor has 8 CPU cores, which is more than 61.2% of processors and equal to 13.9% of processors.
CPU threads
16
Market range: <4 – >24
This processor offers 16 CPU threads, which is more than 69% of processors and equal to 14.6% of processors.
CPU boost clock speed
4.6 GHz
Market range: <3 GHz – >5.5 GHz
This processor reaches a boost clock of 4.6 GHz which is higher than that of 59.9% of processors and equal to that of 4.7% of processors.
CPU base clock speed
8x 3.4 GHz
This processor has a base clock of 8x3.4 GHz which is higher than that of 79.6% of processors and equal to that of 0.4% of processors.
PassMark multi-core score
26,607
Market range: <2.5k – >32.5k
This processor scores 26,607 in PassMark, which is higher than 82% of processors.
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Semiconductor size
7 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >24 nm
This processor uses a 7 nm process node, which is more advanced than that of 70.4% of processors and equal to that of 10.5% of processors.
Foundry
TSMC 7 nm
This processor is built on the TSMC 7 nm foundry process, which is more advanced than that of 55.6% of processors and equal to that of 9.2% of processors.
L3 cache
32 MB
Market range: <2 MB – >32 MB
This processor has an L3 cache of 32 MB which is larger than that of 89% of processors and equal to that of 2.7% of processors.
L2 cache
4 MB
Market range: <1 MB – >16 MB
This processor has an L2 cache of 4 MB which is larger than that of 53.6% of processors and equal to that of 9.2% of processors.
L1 cache
512 KB
Market range: <128 KB – >1.2k KB
This processor has an L1 cache of 512 KB which is larger than that of 62.8% of processors and equal to that of 9.4% of processors.
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DDR memory version
DDR4
This processor supports DDR DDR4, which is newer than that of 25.2% of processors and equal to that of 31.1% of processors.
Maximum memory speed
3,200 MHz
Market range: <1.5k MHz – >6.5k MHz
This processor supports memory speeds up to 3,200 MHz, which is higher than that of 49.8% of processors and equal to 8.5% of processors.
Max memory speed (JEDEC)
DDR4-3200 MHz
This processor supports JEDEC memory speeds up to DDR4-3200 MHz, which is higher than that of 46.1% of processors and equal to 9.4% of processors.
Max memory speed (XMP / EXPO)
?
Maximum memory capacity
128 GB
Market range: <32 GB – >256 GB
This processor supports up to 128 GB of memory, which is more than 59.3% of processors and equal to 22.8% of processors.
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What reviewers say
Integrated graphics
no
This processor does not include integrated graphics. 85.4% of processors offer this.
Integrated GPU model
N/A
Integrated GPU execution units
N/A
Integrated GPU base frequency
N/A
Integrated media encoders/decoders
N/A
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TDP (Thermal design power)
65 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This processor has a TDP of 65 W which is higher than that of 68% of processors and equal to that of 17% of processors.
Base power (PL1)
65 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This processor has a base power of 65 W which is higher than that of 68.1% of processors and equal to that of 17.4% of processors.
Boost power (PL2)
?
Tau (power duration limit)
N/A
Configurable TDP
no
This processor does not support configurable TDP. 53.7% of processors offer this.
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AMD Ryzen 7 5700X vs the average processor

246810TotalPlatformPerformanceArchitectureMemory & PCIeIntegrated graphicsPower & Thermal
  • 2.32x higher PassMark score
    This processor has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (26,607 vs 11,469). The average processor scores 11,469 in PassMark benchmark.
    26,607 vs 11,469
  • 4 more performance cores
    This processor has more performance cores than the average processor (8 vs 4). The average processor has 4 performance cores.
    8 vs 4
  • 84.7% higher multi-core score
    This processor has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (9,623 vs 5,209). The average processor scores 5,209 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
    9,623 vs 5,209
  • 8 more CPU threads
    This processor has more CPU threads than the average processor (16 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
    16 vs 8
  • 90.1% better multi-core performance
    This processor has a higher multi-core performance than the average processor (5,330 vs 2,804.5). The average processor scores 2,804.5 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.
    5,330 vs 2,804.5
  • 8 more PCIe lanes
    This processor has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (24 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
    20 usable lanes
    24 vs 16
  • Unlocked for overclocking
    This processor has an unlocked multiplier, while the average processor does not. 22.6% of processors offer this.
  • 32.4% better single-core performance
    This processor has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,387 vs 2,558). The average processor scores 2,558 in PassMark single-core.
    3,387 vs 2,558
  • 23.9% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.3/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.2 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▲ Better than 86% of models

    80%

    8.1

    Average grade

    20%

    9.4

    Popularity

    Grades by review (27)
    14 reviews: 11 with a printed score, 3 estimated from the review. 13 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.3 vs 6.7
  • 38.9% higher sentiment score
    10.0 vs 7.2
  • 10.3% higher list score
    List score
    8.6/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
    How we count it
    Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 25% of the overall score.
    Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
    Lists with this model (13)
    List score: in 13 of 87 lists (15%)
    8.6 vs 7.8
  • 18.1% better value for money
    AMD Ryzen 7 5700X has better value for money than the average processor (8.6 vs 7.3).
    8.6 vs 7.29
  • Modern CPU socket
    This processor uses a more modern CPU socket than the average processor (AM4 vs FP5).
    AM4 vs FP5
  • More extensive crypto acceleration
    This processor offers more extensive crypto acceleration than the average processor (AES, VAES, SHA vs AES, SHA).
    AES, VAES, SHA vs AES, SHA
  • 2.32x higher PassMark score
    This processor has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (26,607 vs 11,469). The average processor scores 11,469 in PassMark benchmark.
    26,607 vs 11,469
  • 4 more performance cores
    This processor has more performance cores than the average processor (8 vs 4). The average processor has 4 performance cores.
    8 vs 4
  • 84.7% higher multi-core score
    This processor has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (9,623 vs 5,209). The average processor scores 5,209 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
    9,623 vs 5,209
  • 8 more CPU threads
    This processor has more CPU threads than the average processor (16 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
    16 vs 8
  • 90.1% better multi-core performance
    This processor has a higher multi-core performance than the average processor (5,330 vs 2,804.5). The average processor scores 2,804.5 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.
    5,330 vs 2,804.5
  • Unlocked for overclocking
    This processor has an unlocked multiplier, while the average processor does not. 22.6% of processors offer this.
  • 32.4% better single-core performance
    This processor has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,387 vs 2,558). The average processor scores 2,558 in PassMark single-core.
    3,387 vs 2,558
  • 39.9% higher single-core score
    This processor has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,147 vs 1,535). The average processor scores 1,535 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
    2,147 vs 1,535
  • Higher base clock
    This processor has a higher base clock than the average processor (8x3.4 GHz vs 4x3.4 GHz).
    8x3.4 GHz vs 4x3.4 GHz
  • 2 more CPU cores
    This processor has more CPU cores than the average processor (8 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
    8 vs 6
  • 21.4% higher Cinebench R20 single-core score
    This processor has a higher Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (595 vs 490). The average processor scores 490 in Cinebench R20 single-core.
    595 vs 490
  • 4.5% higher boost clock
    This processor has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (4.6 GHz vs 4.4 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.4 GHz.
    4.6 GHz vs 4.4 GHz
  • 2.16x more L3 per core
    This processor has more L3 cache per core than the average processor (4 MB/core vs 1.85 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.85 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
    4 MB/core vs 1.85 MB/core
  • 3.56x larger L3 cache
    This processor has a higher L3 cache than the average processor (32 MB vs 9 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 9 MB.
    32 MB vs 9 MB
  • 58.2% smaller die size
    This processor has a lower die size than the average processor (74 mm² vs 177 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 177 mm².
    74 mm² vs 177 mm²
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    This processor uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Vermeer vs Kaby Lake).
    Vermeer vs Kaby Lake
  • 41.7% smaller process node
    This processor has a lower process node than the average processor (7 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
    7 nm vs 12 nm
  • More advanced foundry
    This processor uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (TSMC 7 nm vs Intel 14 nm).
    TSMC 7 nm vs Intel 14 nm
  • 33.3% larger L1 cache
    This processor has a higher L1 cache than the average processor (512 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.
    512 KB vs 384 KB
  • 8 more PCIe lanes
    This processor has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (24 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
    20 usable lanes
    24 vs 16
  • Newer PCIe version
    This processor supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (4 vs 3).
    4.0 vs 3.0
  • Supports memory overclocking
    This processor supports memory overclocking, while the average processor does not. 43.9% of processors support memory overclocking.
  • 2x more memory capacity
    This processor has more maximum memory capacity than the average processor (128 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
    128 GB vs 64 GB
  • Supports ECC memory
    This processor supports ECC memory, while the average processor does not. 32% of processors support it.
  • 10 °C lower CPU temperature
    This processor has a lower CPU temperature than the average processor (90 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor runs at a CPU temperature of 100 °C.
    90 °C vs 100 °C
  • No configurable TDP
    This processor does not support configurable TDP, while the average processor does. 53.7% of processors support configurable TDP.
  • 10 °C lower temperature limit
    This processor has a lower temperature limit than the average processor (90 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor can run up to 100 °C.
    90 °C vs 100 °C
  • 44.4% higher base power
    This processor has a higher base power draw than the average processor (65 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
    65 W vs 45 W
  • No integrated graphics
    This processor does not include integrated graphics, while the average processor does. 85.4% of processors include integrated graphics.
  • 44.4% higher TDP
    This processor has a higher TDP than the average processor (65 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.
    65 W vs 45 W
  • Weaker security extensions
    This processor provides less advanced security extensions than the average processor (AES-NI, SHA, NX bit, SMAP, SMEP, SME, TSME, SEV vs AES-NI, NX bit, Secure Key, TXT, OS Guard, Boot Guard, CET, MBEC, TME, TME-MK).
    AES-NI, SHA, NX bit, SMAP, SMEP, SME, TSME, SEV vs AES-NI, NX bit, Secure Key, TXT, OS Guard, Boot Guard, CET, MBEC, TME, TME-MK
  • Limited PCIe bifurcation
    This processor supports less flexible PCIe bifurcation than the average processor (x16, x8/x8, x8/x4/x4 vs x16, x8/x8, x4/x4/x4/x4).
    x16, x8/x8, x8/x4/x4 vs x16, x8/x8, x4/x4/x4/x4
  • Narrower instruction support
    This processor supports a narrower instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, FMA3, AES, SHA, AMD-V vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA, AMD-V).
    MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, FMA3, AES, SHA, AMD-V vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA, AMD-V
  • Weaker security extensions
    This processor provides less advanced security extensions than the average processor (AES-NI, SHA, NX bit, SMAP, SMEP, SME, TSME, SEV vs AES-NI, NX bit, Secure Key, TXT, OS Guard, Boot Guard, CET, MBEC, TME, TME-MK).
    AES-NI, SHA, NX bit, SMAP, SMEP, SME, TSME, SEV vs AES-NI, NX bit, Secure Key, TXT, OS Guard, Boot Guard, CET, MBEC, TME, TME-MK
  • Narrower instruction support
    This processor supports a narrower instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, FMA3, AES, SHA, AMD-V vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA, AMD-V).
    MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, FMA3, AES, SHA, AMD-V vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA, AMD-V
  • Older TPM support
    This processor supports an older TPM version than the average processor (fTPM 2 vs PTT 2).
    fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0
  • Limited PCIe bifurcation
    This processor supports less flexible PCIe bifurcation than the average processor (x16, x8/x8, x8/x4/x4 vs x16, x8/x8, x4/x4/x4/x4).
    x16, x8/x8, x8/x4/x4 vs x16, x8/x8, x4/x4/x4/x4
  • No integrated graphics
    This processor does not include integrated graphics, while the average processor does. 85.4% of processors include integrated graphics.
  • No configurable TDP
    This processor does not support configurable TDP, while the average processor does. 53.7% of processors support configurable TDP.
  • 10 °C lower temperature limit
    This processor has a lower temperature limit than the average processor (90 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor can run up to 100 °C.
    90 °C vs 100 °C
  • 44.4% higher base power
    This processor has a higher base power draw than the average processor (65 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
    65 W vs 45 W
  • 44.4% higher TDP
    This processor has a higher TDP than the average processor (65 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.
    65 W vs 45 W

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

7.0
Gamers Nexus
≈ estimated
08/04/2022
Benchmark review · gaming and production tests against rivals
Verdict
AMD Ryzen 7 5700X holds its own, but the Ryzen 5 5600 is the better pick for most buyers.
8.0
Mr.Darkcore
≈ estimated
04/03/2023
Upgrade test · before and after benchmarks
Verdict
AMD Ryzen 7 5700X gives a welcome multi-core gain, though single-core dipped slightly and gaming remains untested.
5.0
KitGuruTech
≈ estimated
19/05/2022
Hands-on review · benchmarks, overclocking and power tests
Verdict
AMD Ryzen 7 5700X is too little, too late against the Core i5 12600K, though it works as a drop-in AM4 upgrade.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

8.0
pcmag.com
✓ explicit
07/04/2022
Lab test · AM4 upgrades
Verdict
The AMD Ryzen 7 5700X nearly matches the 5800X for less money, and its 65W rating suits upgraders on AM4 boards.
8.0
en.showmetech.com.br
✓ explicit
22/07/2022
Hands-on test · Desktop CPU
Verdict
The AMD Ryzen 7 5700X is a decent eight-core pick for enthusiasts who already have a graphics card, though it isn't one of the top chips on the market.
7.6
custompc.com
✓ explicit
04/10/2023
Benchmark review · Desktop CPU
Verdict
The AMD Ryzen 7 5700X is a low-power eight-core chip worth considering only for older Ryzen owners, since Intel's Core i5-12600K is the better buy.
7.0
pcguide.com
✓ explicit
03/02/2025
Retrospective review · Desktop CPU
Verdict
The AMD Ryzen 7 5700X is a cool-running eight-core chip that beats the 5600X for productivity, but it adds little otherwise, so the 5800X is the better pick.
8.0
gizbot.com
✓ explicit
18/08/2022
Benchmark test · Mid-range CPU
Verdict
The AMD Ryzen 7 5700X is a stable 8-core chip that suits existing AM4 owners with DDR4 memory, though Intel's Core i5-12600K beats it in several benchmarks.
7.0
pcwelt.de
≈ estimated
31/05/2022
Benchmark test · Gaming and power
Verdict
The AMD Ryzen 7 5700X is a solid gaming chip, nearly matching the 5800X in games, but its 76W power limit holds it back in full-load apps.
6.0
computerbase.de
≈ estimated
26/04/2022
Benchmark test · Zen 3 CPUs
Verdict
The AMD Ryzen 7 5700X is a 65W version of the 5800X, best for people who already own an AM4 board, since Intel's Alder Lake remains the stronger rival.
8.0
clubic.com
✓ explicit
23/05/2022
Lab test · Power and gaming
Verdict
The AMD Ryzen 7 5700X runs cooler than the 5800X at 65W and holds its own in most tests, but trails Intel's Core i5-12600K in some.
8.0
ginjfo.com
✓ explicit
20/04/2022
Lab test · Power and temperatures
Verdict
The Ryzen 7 5700X is an all-round chip that draws far less power than the Core i5-12600K, though Intel leads in some tests.
8.3
hardzone.es
✓ explicit
27/05/2022
Hands-on test · Mid-range CPU
Verdict
The AMD Ryzen 7 5700X is a strong 8-core chip for gaming and everyday tasks, but it needs a separate graphics card.
9.4
geeknetic.es
✓ explicit
06/06/2022
Lab test · Overclocking and gaming
Verdict
The AMD Ryzen 7 5700X is nearly as fast as the Ryzen 7 5800X in games, drawing less power, so it suits people who want a quieter 8-core.
8.1
thegamesmachine.it
✓ explicit
26/07/2022
Lab test · Mid-range CPU
Verdict
The AMD Ryzen 7 5700X is an 8-core chip that overclocks to the 5800X's speed, but Intel's Core i5-12600K beats it in productivity.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about AMD Ryzen 7 5700X

  • Excellent power efficiency with a 65W TDP, drawing significantly less power than the 5800X
  • Strong value for current AM4 motherboard owners looking for a final performance boost without a full platform change
  • Runs cooler than the 5800X, making it easier to cool with budget air coolers or in small form factor (ITX) builds
  • Performance is very close to the more expensive Ryzen 7 5800X, especially in gaming and when using Precision Boost Overdrive (PBO)
  • Versatile 8-core/16-thread configuration handles both gaming and creative workloads like video editing well

What customers don't like about AMD Ryzen 7 5700X

  • Does not include a stock cooler in the box, unlike some other mid-range Ryzen models
  • Multi-core productivity performance (e.g., rendering) is lower than competitors due to strict power limits (76W PPT)
  • Less compelling for entirely new PC builds compared to newer Intel 12th/13th Gen or AM5 platforms
  • Often outclassed in pure gaming performance by the Intel Core i5-12600K at a similar or lower price point
  • The 5000-series non-G models are based on the older AM4 socket, which is now considered a 'dead-end' platform for future upgrades

Verdict

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700X is an 8-core, 16-thread desktop processor based on the Zen 3 architecture, featuring a 3.4 GHz base clock, a 4.6 GHz boost clock, and 32 MB of L3 cache. Built on a 7nm process for the AM4 socket, its primary advantages include a highly efficient 65W TDP that makes it easy to cool and a price-to-performance ratio that closely rivals the more power-hungry Ryzen 7 5800X in multi-threaded tasks. However, it lacks an integrated GPU, does not include a stock cooler in the box, and falls slightly behind competing Intel 12th Gen chips in single-core performance.

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