AMD announces Ryzen 9000 series desktop processors with Zen 5 architecture: All the details
New AMD Ryen 9000 Series processors for desktop PCs are here. The company has announced multiple variants of the processors to cater a wide range of users.
August 30, 2024 / 11:28 IST
AMD has expanded its processor lineup with the launch of its new Ryzen 9000 Series desktop processors in India. The new Ryzen 9000 Series is said to bring improved performance and reliability. The new processors are based on the company’s latest Zen 5 architecture and are designed to deliver top-notch performance for gamers and content creators. The company says that the Zen 5 architecture brings 16% better IPC performance compared to “Zen 4”. Also, the flagship Ryzen 9 9950X, according to AMD, is the fastest desktop processor in the world. AMD Ryzen 9000 Series: Models
| Model | Cores / Threads | Boost9 / Base Frequency | Total Cache | PCIe | TDP |
| AMD Ryzen 9 9950X | 16 / 32 | Up to 5.7 GHz / 4.3 GHz | 80MB | Gen 5 | 170W |
| AMD Ryzen 9 9900X | 12 / 24 | Up to 5.6 GHz / 4.4 GHz | 76MB | Gen 5 | 120W |
| AMD Ryzen 7 9700X | 8 / 16 | Up to 5.5 GHz / 3.8 GHz | 40MB | Gen 5 | 65W |
| AMD Ryzen 5 9600X | 6 / 12 | Up to 5.4 GHz / 3.9 GHz | 38MB | Gen 5 | 65W |
Features AMD Ryzen 9000 is well equipped for gaming needs. The processors claim to deliver smooth gameplay at high frame rates across a diverse range of titles, from graphics-intensive AAA titles to competitive esports games. The company has also fine-tuned these processors to deliver good performance for resource-intensive tasks such as 3D modelling, video editing, animation and product visualisation. Key features of AMD Ryzen 9000 Series desktop processors include Advanced "Zen 5" Architecture and enhanced overclocking capabilities. The processors come with PCIe 5.0 support that ensures compatibility with the latest high-speed storage and graphics cards. The Ryzen 9000 series has TDPs ranging from 65W to 170W. Additionally, a larger L1 cache and up to 80MB of total cache in the top-tier model claims to significantly reduce latency in data-intensive applications. To complement the Ryzen 9000 series, AMD has also introduced two new chipsets: AMD X870E and X870. These chipsets are designed to work in perfect harmony with the new processors with support for PCIe 5.0, DDR5 memory, USB4, and WIFI7. Invite your friends and family to sign up for MC Tech 3, our daily newsletter that breaks down the biggest tech and startup stories of the day
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