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AMD Ryzen 7 5800X review: 74 specs compared

Avg. price:~£150PassMark multi-core score:27699N. of physical cores:8CPU boost clock speed:4.7 GHzCPU socket:AM4TDP (Thermal design power):105 W

AMD Ryzen 7 5800X Review: Compare 74 technical specifications, 41 expert and video reviews and 4 best-of lists to see how this product ranks in the Processors category and whether it is worth buying.

AMD Ryzen 7 5800X

8.0/10

★Better than 95% of processors

8.5

★Better than 97%

7.2

▲Better than 72%

8.4

▲Better than 89%

8.2

★Better than 96%

6.3
Gaming
Gaming
6.3/ 10
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What it is
Measures single-core benchmark performance, peak boost clock speeds, and fast L3 cache sizing critical for high frame rates.
When it matters
When you want to play demanding mobile games, 3D titles, or run graphics-intensive apps smoothly.
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Score components
30.0%
7.0
PassMark single-core score
25.0%
6.7
Geekbench 6 single-core score
20.0%
7.1
CPU boost clock speed
17.0%
4.0
L3 cache
8.0%
4.9
N. of physical cores
7.1
Video editing
Video editing
7.1/ 10
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What it is
Assesses multi-core benchmark throughput, total physical core and thread count, and cache bandwidth for rapid video rendering.
When it matters
When evaluating how effectively this processors meets your specific video editing needs.
Score distribution
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Score components
45.0%
8.3
Geekbench 6 multi-core score
20.0%
4.9
N. of physical cores
20.0%
8.9
CPU threads
15.0%
4.0
L3 cache

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What reviewers say about the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X

Based on 10 · 20

Reviewers praise fast gaming and all-round performance, but it runs hot, ships without a cooler, and many find it overpriced.

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What owners say about the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X

Based on 170 owners sharing their experience in online comments

80%positive9%mixed11%negative

Owners praise its fast gaming and work performance, while high temperatures and frequent tuning cause the most frustration.

What owners like

Temps stay in the 60s to low 70s under gaming and multi-core loads when the voltage is tuned, though stock settings can run near 80°C on some boards.67
Owners report higher frame rates and smoother play in CPU-bound games, especially at 1080p and 1440p with mid-range graphics cards.26
Owners report boost clocks around 4.8 to 5.0 GHz and all-core overclocks near 4.6 to 4.7 GHz, often after undervolting with Curve Optimizer or PBO.26
Lowering the core voltage in BIOS or with Curve Optimizer, or setting a lower PPT/TDC/EDC limit, cut temperatures by about 10 to 20°C for many owners.23
Owners moving from older Ryzen 1000 to 3000 chips or from Intel 6th to 7th gen report a large jump in frame rates and rendering speed.13
Owners who bought it at a discount, often around $300 to $350, say it gives strong gaming and productivity performance for the money.8
Owners say it renders, encodes and exports video quickly, finishing HD exports in a few minutes, though it runs hot under full load.7
Owners say it handles gaming while streaming, multitasking and background apps without slowing down.5
Owners say the 8-core chip sits between 6-core and 12-core options, giving extra power for multitasking without the higher price of the 5900X.4
Owners say PBO and ECO mode can cut power use and heat, and the chip stays efficient in small or budget builds.4

What owners dislike

Stock settings can push temperatures near 85 to 90°C under heavy multi-core loads like Cinebench, and some owners see high idle temps.83
Owners feel the price was high at launch, and the 5900X was only slightly faster for the extra cost.10
Auto board settings often raise voltage to about 1.4 to 1.5 V, which pushes temperatures up, and owners lower it in BIOS to fix this.8
Under heavy multi-core stress, the chip reaches about 90°C and reduces clock speed to protect itself, and some systems shut down during temperature spikes.5
Under heavy load the cooler fans ramp up loudly, and some owners find the noise bothersome.5
Some owners see very high temperatures right after installation and need to check the cooler, paste, or BIOS settings to bring them down.5
Owners say a strong cooler is needed, and many move to a large air cooler or a 240 to 360 mm AIO to keep temperatures in check.3

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

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Technical Specifications of processor AMD Ryzen 7 5800X

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8.7

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Performance

7.7

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Architecture

6.4

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Memory & PCIe

7.3

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Integrated graphics

4.0

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Power & Thermal

4.9

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TDP (Thermal design power)

Base power (PL1)

Boost power (PL2)

?

Tau (power duration limit)

N/A

Configurable TDP

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AMD Ryzen 7 5800X vs the average processor

Why is AMD Ryzen 7 5800X better than the average processor?

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2.42x higher PassMark score
This processor has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (27,699 vs 11,469). The average processor scores 11,469 in PassMark benchmark.
27,699 vs 11,469
95.7% higher multi-core score
This processor has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (10,193 vs 5,209). The average processor scores 5,209 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
10,193 vs 5,209
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
2.1x better multi-core performance
This processor has a higher multi-core performance than the average processor (5,894 vs 2,804.5). The average processor scores 2,804.5 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.
5,894 vs 2,804.5
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
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
34.8% better single-core performance
This processor has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,449 vs 2,558). The average processor scores 2,558 in PassMark single-core.
3,449 vs 2,558
Unlocked for overclocking
This processor has an unlocked multiplier, while the average processor does not. 22.6% of processors offer this.

25.4% higher review score
Reviews score
8.4/ 10
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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
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▲ Better than 89% of models
80%
8.0
Average grade
20%
9.7
Popularity
Grades by review (41)
22 reviews: 12 with a printed score, 10 estimated from the review. 19 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.
8.4 vs 6.7
36.1% higher sentiment score
9.8 vs 7.2
17% better value for money
AMD Ryzen 7 5800X has better value for money than the average processor (8.52 vs 7.3).
8.52 vs 7.29
5.1% higher list score
List score
8.2/ 10
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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 (4)
List score: in 4 of 87 lists (5%)
8.2 vs 7.8

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, RSA/PKA vs AES, SHA).
AES, VAES, SHA, RSA/PKA vs AES, SHA
Broader instruction support
This processor supports a broader instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA, BMI1, BMI2, 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, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA, BMI1, BMI2, AMD-V vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA, AMD-V

2.42x higher PassMark score
This processor has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (27,699 vs 11,469). The average processor scores 11,469 in PassMark benchmark.
27,699 vs 11,469
95.7% higher multi-core score
This processor has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (10,193 vs 5,209). The average processor scores 5,209 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
10,193 vs 5,209
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
2.1x better multi-core performance
This processor has a higher multi-core performance than the average processor (5,894 vs 2,804.5). The average processor scores 2,804.5 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.
5,894 vs 2,804.5
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
Unlocked for overclocking
This processor has an unlocked multiplier, while the average processor does not. 22.6% of processors offer this.
34.8% better single-core performance
This processor has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,449 vs 2,558). The average processor scores 2,558 in PassMark single-core.
3,449 vs 2,558
Higher base clock
This processor has a higher base clock than the average processor (8x3.8 GHz vs 4x3.4 GHz).
8x3.8 GHz vs 4x3.4 GHz
42.9% higher single-core score
This processor has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,193 vs 1,535). The average processor scores 1,535 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
2,193 vs 1,535
27.6% higher Cinebench R20 single-core score
This processor has a higher Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (625 vs 490). The average processor scores 490 in Cinebench R20 single-core.
625 vs 490
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
6.8% higher boost clock
This processor has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (4.7 GHz vs 4.4 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.4 GHz.
4.7 GHz vs 4.4 GHz
2x higher bus transfer rate
This processor has a higher bus transfer rate than the average processor (16 GT/s vs 8 GT/s). The average processor offers bus transfer rate of 8 GT/s.
16 GT/s vs 8 GT/s
10 higher clock multiplier
This processor has a higher clock multiplier than the average processor (38 vs 28). The average processor has a clock multiplier of 28.
38 vs 28

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

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No configurable TDP
This processor does not support configurable TDP, while the average processor does. 53.7% of processors support configurable TDP.
2.33x higher base power
This processor has a higher base power draw than the average processor (105 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
105 W vs 45 W
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
2.33x higher TDP
This processor has a higher TDP than the average processor (105 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.
105 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, Shadow Stack, SME vs AES-NI, NX bit, Secure Key, TXT, OS Guard, Boot Guard, CET, MBEC, TME, TME-MK).
AES-NI, SHA, NX bit, SMAP, SMEP, Shadow Stack, SME vs AES-NI, NX bit, Secure Key, TXT, OS Guard, Boot Guard, CET, MBEC, TME, TME-MK
No integrated graphics
This processor does not include integrated graphics, while the average processor does. 85.4% of processors include integrated graphics.
39.6% slower classroom rendering
This processor has a higher Blender Classroom render time than the average processor (205.2 vs 340.1). The average processor needs 340.075 for the Blender Classroom test.
205.24 vs 340.075
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

Weaker security extensions
This processor provides less advanced security extensions than the average processor (AES-NI, SHA, NX bit, SMAP, SMEP, Shadow Stack, SME vs AES-NI, NX bit, Secure Key, TXT, OS Guard, Boot Guard, CET, MBEC, TME, TME-MK).
AES-NI, SHA, NX bit, SMAP, SMEP, Shadow Stack, SME vs AES-NI, NX bit, Secure Key, TXT, OS Guard, Boot Guard, CET, MBEC, TME, TME-MK
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

39.6% slower classroom rendering
This processor has a higher Blender Classroom render time than the average processor (205.2 vs 340.1). The average processor needs 340.075 for the Blender Classroom test.
205.24 vs 340.075

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.
2.33x higher base power
This processor has a higher base power draw than the average processor (105 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
105 W vs 45 W
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
2.33x higher TDP
This processor has a higher TDP than the average processor (105 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.
105 W vs 45 W

Video reviews

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

9.0

SwitchyTV

≈ estimated

07/07/2025

Hands-on gaming test · Fortnite and BeamNG

Verdict

AMD Ryzen 7 5800X is still a great budget gaming CPU in 2025, worth buying used or on sale despite its small cache.

8.0

Mr.K8

≈ estimated

24/07/2022

Benchmark comparison · long-term ownership and value check

Verdict

AMD Ryzen 7 5800X is still worth buying at a good price, though it trails Intel's 12th gen and needs decent RAM.

8.0

DannyzReviews

≈ estimated

04/01/2022

Power-limit tuning · gaming, temperature and power tests

Verdict

AMD Ryzen 7 5800X keeps its gaming performance with lowered power limits, cutting heat and noise, so tuning is worth it for hot chips.

9.0

Tech Arena

≈ estimated

03/12/2021

Hands-on review · one week of use and value check

Verdict

AMD Ryzen 7 5800X is a sound 5000 series buy now, despite running hot.

9.0

The Tech Tank

≈ estimated

14/09/2021

Hands-on review · gaming and productivity benchmarks vs 11700K

Verdict

AMD Ryzen 7 5800X is a fairly easy recommendation for gamers who also do creative work, especially against the 11700K.

9.0

DannyzReviews

≈ estimated

06/06/2021

Late review · test bench use and gaming benchmarks

Verdict

AMD Ryzen 7 5800X is a strong upgrade choice after price drops, especially for gaming, though the 5900X suits heavy multicore work.

8.0

talkingStuff Network

≈ estimated

20/04/2021

Hands-on benchmark review · upgrade from Ryzen 5 3600

Verdict

AMD Ryzen 7 5800X is strong for video editing and rendering, but gaming gains are small, so it may be overkill for games.

4.0

Tech Notice

≈ estimated

15/02/2021

Opinion video · stress test and temperature check

Verdict

AMD Ryzen 7 5800X is one to avoid for video editing and rendering, since it throttles and runs too hot under heavy multi-core load.

9.0

Nicolas11x12 English

≈ estimated

23/01/2021

Hands-on review · gaming, productivity, temperatures and power tests

Verdict

AMD Ryzen 7 5800X is an excellent gaming CPU that also handles heavy workloads well, though it runs hotter and needs solid cooling.

8.0

KitGuruTech

≈ estimated

16/11/2020

Full review · benchmarks, gaming, thermals and value

Verdict

AMD Ryzen 7 5800X handles productivity and gaming well, though its price feels high for an eight-core chip.

4.0

Hardware Unboxed

≈ estimated

07/11/2020

Hands-on review · gaming, productivity and value tests

Verdict

AMD Ryzen 7 5800X is the fastest eight-core desktop chip, but its launch price makes it hard to recommend.

9.0

Hardware Husky

≈ estimated

05/11/2020

Benchmarks and unboxing · comparison with Ryzen 7 3800X

Verdict

AMD Ryzen 7 5800X is recommended if you are buying new and game at high fps or do productivity work.

PCCheck · 01/10/2022

Testbench · cooling test in a case with 120 mm AIO

AMD Ryzen 7 5800X throttles near 90 degrees with this 120 mm AIO and case combination, so the pairing does not work.

Likes

Peaks at about 4650 MHz before heat limits clocks

Dislikes

Hits about 90 °C and throttles under Cinebench in this setup
Clock speeds drop to about 4200 MHz under sustained load
Case and cooler combination fails to keep the chip cool

Nicolas11x12 Deutsch · 23/01/2021

Hands-on review · gaming, productivity and thermal tests

AMD Ryzen 7 5800X is excellent for gaming and demanding workloads, though it runs hot and needs strong cooling.

Likes

Strong gaming performance, a big uplift over the 3000 series
Strong productivity results, close to Intel's 10900K in rendering
Power consumption looks good for an eight-core chip

Dislikes

Runs hotter than expected and needs a capable cooler
Price higher than the previous generation's

RickWoody · 11/11/2020

Personal experience · daily use, heat problems, returned

AMD Ryzen 7 5800X is not recommended: it ran too hot, behaved unstably, and the creator returned it.

Likes

Fast in video editing, about four times quicker than an older quad-core
Strong raw speed for demanding multi-core work

Dislikes

Very high temperatures even with Eco mode and PBO disabled
Fan runs at full speed and clocks throttle under load
Repeated crashes and instability during use
Hard to justify the price given the problems

Kravenz · 10/05/2025

Long-term review · 9 months of gaming use

AMD Ryzen 7 5800X is still worth it for gaming in 2025, though it runs hot and benefits from tuning or better cooling.

Likes

Strong gaming performance with RTX 4060 and 4070 Super
Good value for the price paid
Performs well in CPU-heavy games

Dislikes

Runs very hot, so it needs tuning or a 360mm cooler
Runs hotter and draws more power than the 5700X
Shader compilation can briefly max out the CPU

Bido Tech · 27/06/2023

Unboxing and review · gaming, editing and price tests

AMD Ryzen 7 5800X is excellent value at its price, performing close to the Intel rival and still good for games and editing for years.

Likes

Strong gaming performance at high settings
Runs around 62 degrees with a budget air cooler in demanding games
Solid results in video export tests

Dislikes

No cooler included, so one must be bought separately
Needs a dedicated graphics card since it has no integrated graphics

LordsTecno · 03/05/2021

Hands-on benchmark · gaming and productivity tests

AMD Ryzen 7 5800X is very powerful for editing and streaming, but for gaming alone the cheaper 1600X is better.

Likes

Strong performance for editing, rendering and Photoshop
Solid 1080p gaming frame rates in the games tested
Good for streaming while gaming
Still compatible with existing AM4 motherboards

Dislikes

No cooler in the box, so an extra cooler is needed
Gaming gain over the i7-10700 is only small
Price is higher than the Intel alternative

INFO SPEED HARDWARE · 01/05/2024

Comparison with 5700X · gaming, power and price tests

AMD Ryzen 7 5800X is an excellent option if budget allows, but the 5700X is the better value.

Likes

Slightly higher gaming performance, about 3 FPS on average
Solid performance in applications and games
Strong choice for maximum performance when budget is not an issue

Dislikes

Draws about 7.5% more power than the 5700X
Costs more than the 5700X for a small performance gain
Harder to cool than the 5700X

Hardware Archive · 03/08/2022

Comparison test · applications, games and temperatures

AMD Ryzen 7 5800X is clearly the better buy over the Intel 11700K, with strong gaming and productivity results.

Likes

Clear gaming lead over the Intel 11700K in some titles
Strong performance in applications and games
Better value than the Intel rival

Dislikes

Video encoding slightly behind the Intel chip
Only a small gaming lead in some newer titles

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

9.0

pcmag.com

✓ explicit

05/11/2020

AMD Ryzen 7 5800X Review - PCMag

Benchmark review · Zen 3 CPU

Verdict

The Ryzen 7 5800X beats the Core i9-10900K in most tests despite having two fewer cores, suiting heavy workloads, but it ships without a cooler.

7.5

techspot.com

✓ explicit

07/11/2020

AMD Ryzen 7 5800X Review - TechSpot

Benchmark tests · Gaming chip

Verdict

The Ryzen 7 5800X is a fast 8-core chip, averaging 23% more frames per second in games than the Ryzen 7 3700X, though overclocking gains little.

8.0

tomshardware.com

✓ explicit

26/12/2020

AMD Ryzen 7 5800X Review: The Pricing Conundrum

Benchmark review · Desktop processor

Verdict

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X is a strong 8-core chip for gaming and applications, but its two extra cores add little gaming speed over the 6-core 5600X.

7.5

kitguru.net

✓ explicit

20/11/2020

AMD Ryzen 7 5800X CPU Review - KitGuru

Lab test · Overclocking

Verdict

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X is a strong 8-core chip that clocks above the 12-core 5900X, but overclocking gains are small and it has half the cache of the 5900X.

8.0

trustedreviews.com

✓ explicit

06/04/2021

AMD Ryzen 7 5800X Review - Trusted Reviews

Group test · Desktop processor

Verdict

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X is a balanced all-rounder for content work and gaming, but it runs hot under load and Intel wins several games.

10

techradar.com

✓ explicit

05/05/2021

AMD Ryzen 7 5800X review

Lab test · Gaming processor

Verdict

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X is a top gaming chip with a big single-core lead, but it gains little for creative work over Ryzen 3000 chips and runs hot.

9.0

eathealthy365.com

≈ estimated

23/01/2026

Is the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X Good for Gaming in 2026?

Test bench review · Gaming CPU

Verdict

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X suits 1440p gamers and AM4 upgraders, handling games and multitasking well, but it trails newer chips at 1080p and on the fastest GPUs.

7.0

chip.de

✓ explicit

11/12/2023

AMD-Ryzen-7-5800X-im-Test_183231414 AMD Ryzen 7 5800X im Test

Lab test · Desktop processor

Verdict

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X is a strong gaming and multi-core chip, but it has no integrated graphics and needs a BIOS update on many older boards.

9.4

geeknetic.es

✓ explicit

05/11/2020

AMD Ryzen 7 5800X Review: Complete Analysis

Lab test · Zen 3 chip

Verdict

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X is an 8-core, 16-thread chip that boosts to 4.7GHz, but needs strong cooling and ships without a cooler.

7.0

geektopia.es

≈ estimated

13/11/2020

AMD Ryzen 7 5800X Analysis | Review and Opinion

Lab test · Gaming and power

Verdict

The Ryzen 7 5800X leads single-core tests and keeps pace with top Intel chips in games, but runs near 85°C under load.

8.0

codigoespagueti.com

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Not Dated

Reseña: Ryzen 7 5800X – AMD ya solo compite contra sí misma

Benchmark review · Gaming and productivity

Verdict

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X is a strong 8-core chip for gaming and creative work, but twelve-core rivals pull ahead in heavy multi-core tasks.

9.0

hwupgrade.it

≈ estimated

11/11/2020

AMD's Winning Duo: Ryzen 5 5600X and Ryzen 7 5800X Review

Benchmark review · Eight-core chip

Verdict

The Ryzen 7 5800X is a strong 8-core chip that beats the Core i7-10700KF consistently, but it draws far more power than the 3800XT.

8.0

thegamesmachine.it

≈ estimated

29/01/2021

AMD Ryzen 7 5800X Review - The Games Machine

Benchmark test · Gaming CPU

Verdict

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X is a fast 8-core gaming chip, but at high resolutions a GTX 1080 Ti holds it back, so pair it with a newer graphics card.

9.0

pcgaming.tech

✓ explicit

24/12/2020

AMD Ryzen 7 5800X Review

Review · Gaming CPU

Verdict

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X is a strong gaming processor, but you only see its gains with a current graphics card, such as an RTX 3000 or Radeon RX 6000.

9.0

tweakers.net

≈ estimated

02/02/2022

AMD Ryzen 7 5800X - User Reviews - Tweakers

Owner reviews · Desktop CPU

Verdict

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X is a fast chip for gaming and heavy workloads, but it runs hot and ships without a cooler, so budget for a good one.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about AMD Ryzen 7 5800X

Exceptional single-core performance, making it a top-tier choice for high-refresh-rate gaming
Strong multi-threaded capability suitable for heavy productivity tasks like video editing and 3D rendering
Excellent drop-in upgrade path for users already on the AM4 motherboard platform
Unified 8-core complex (single CCD) design reduces inter-core latency compared to previous generations
High power efficiency relative to Intel competitors of the same generation
Supports PCIe 4.0 for faster storage and next-gen GPU compatibility

What customers don't like about AMD Ryzen 7 5800X

Does not include a bundled thermal cooler, requiring an additional purchase of a high-quality aftermarket solution
Known to run quite hot, often reaching high temperatures even with capable cooling setups
Poor value proposition at its original MSRP compared to the Ryzen 5 5600X for gaming or the Ryzen 9 5900X for productivity
Very limited manual overclocking headroom as the chip is already pushed near its limits out of the box
Part of the now-retired AM4 platform, which lacks a future upgrade path to DDR5 or newer Zen architectures

Verdict

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X is a high-performance desktop processor based on the Zen 3 architecture, featuring 8 cores and 16 threads with a base clock of 3.8 GHz and a max boost of up to 4.7 GHz. It includes a 32 MB L3 cache, supports PCIe 4.0, and operates on the AM4 socket with a 105W TDP. Main pros include stellar single-core and multi-threaded performance for gaming and content creation, significant IPC gains over previous generations, and broad compatibility with 400 and 500-series motherboards. Notable cons include the lack of a bundled thermal solution, limited overclocking headroom, and a tendency to run hot, requiring a premium cooling solution for optimal operation.

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