AMD Ryzen 9 5900X AM4 3.7 GHz 12-Core 24 Threads Desktop Processor

The AMD 100-100000061WOF is a Ryzen 9 5900X desktop processor built for people who refuse to slow down, whether they are chasing higher frame rates or rendering complex 3D scenes. It drops straight into an AM4 motherboard and immediately brings 12 cores and 24 threads to the table, so heavy multitasking feels effortless.

This model relies on AMD’s Zen 3 architecture, which is manufactured with a 7 nm process to maximize performance per watt. A 3.7 GHz base clock keeps everyday tasks snappy, while Precision Boost can lift individual cores to 4.8 GHz when a game or creative app needs extra speed. A generous 64 MB pool of L3 cache helps large data sets and game worlds load quickly.

Support for PCIe 4.0 lets you pair the processor with the latest graphics cards and NVMe SSDs, cutting load times and smoothing workflows. DDR4-3200 memory compatibility gives you plenty of bandwidth for video edits, simulations, or dozens of browser tabs at once.

The chip is unlocked, so enthusiasts can push frequencies even higher with the right cooling and power delivery. Its 105 W TDP means a quality air cooler will work, although a liquid solution is recommended if you plan to overclock or keep fan noise down. There is no integrated graphics on board, so a discrete GPU is required.

Build a rig around the Ryzen 9 5900X if you want a system that can stream gameplay, compile code, and export 4K projects without missing a beat. It is equally at home in a gaming tower, a professional content workstation, or any setup where every minute of render time counts.

• 12 cores and 24 threads for smooth multitasking and heavy workloads
• 3.7 GHz base clock with up to 4.8 GHz max boost for strong single-core performance
• 64 MB L3 cache speeds up game and application data access
• PCIe 4.0 support for next-generation graphics cards and storage
• Works with DDR4-3200 memory to deliver high bandwidth
• Unlocked multiplier allows manual overclocking
• 105 W TDP; separate air or liquid cooler required
• AM4 socket compatibility; discrete graphics card required