The AMD Ryzen 5 9600X is a 6-core desktop processor designed for enthusiast level gamers and content creators. Be prepared to overwhelm the competition with a base clock speed of 3.9GHz and boost clock up to 5.4GHz, and 32MB of L3 Cache. Outfit your rig with the AMD Ryzen 9000 series, and experience true power with the most advanced desktop processors ever created.
Features
AMD Ryzen™ 5 9600X Processors for Desktops
Pure Gaming Performance
For incredible gaming, professional-grade productivity, and magical AI experiences. (As of January 2024, AMD has the first available dedicated AI engine on a desktop PC processor, where 'dedicated AI engine' is defined as an AI engine that has no function other than to process AI inference models and is part of the x86 processor die. For detailed information, please check: https://www.amd.com/en/products/processors/consumer/ryzen-ai.html. PXD-03)
The Trusted AI-Ready Processor for the World's Highest-Performing PCs
Introducing the new AMD Ryzen 9000 Series processors for desktop PCs, the world’s most advanced and powerful option for enthusiasts. (The Ryzen 9950X processor is projected to have the fastest performance in its class. AMD defines the class as consumer AM5 vs LGA1700 motherboards. Performance projections by AMD engineering staff as of May 2024. Engineering projections are not a guarantee of final performance. Specific projections are based on reference design platforms and are subject to change when final products are released in market. GNR-01)
Gaming
The World’s Most Powerful Desktop Processor
Relish in the speed that the world’s most advanced desktop processor can provide. It doesn’t matter if you’re working hard or gaming hard, the AMD Ryzen™ 9950X processor is an absolute powerhouse. High-performance “Zen 5” core technology from AMD is your key to game-changing performance you can trust.
The Fastest Gaming Processors in the World
Only AMD Ryzen™ processors feature models with exclusive AMD 3D V-Cache™ technology for a massive gaming performance boost. (Testing as of 15 December, 2022, by AMD Performance Labs using the following hardware: AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D and Ryzen 9 7950X3D system: AM5 Reference Motherboard, 32GB DDR5-6000, and Artic Liquid Freezer II cooler. Intel Core i9-13900K system: ASUS Strix Z790-E Gaming Motherboard, 32GB DDR5-6000, and Artic Liquid Freezer II cooler. ALL SYSTEMS configured with an open air test bench, Windows 11, AMD Smart Access Memory technology ON, Virtualization-Based Security (VBS) OFF. Gaming performance calculated with Assassin's Creed: Valhalla, Borderlands 3, CS:GO, Cyberpunk 2077, Deus Ex: Mankind Divided, DOTA 2, F1 2021, Far Cry 6, Final Fantasy XIV, Ghost Recon Breakpoint, Grand Theft Auto V, Hitman 3 Dubai CPU, Hitman 3 Dubai GPU, Metro Exodus, Middle Earth: Shadow of War, Shadow of the Tomb Raider, Strange Brigade, Total War: Three Kingdoms Battle, Warhammer: Dawn of War III, Watchdogs: Legion, Wolfenstein Youngblood (LabX), World of Tanks Encore, Rifbreaker CPU, Red Dead Redemption 2, Forza Horizon 5, Guardians Of The Galaxy, Tiny Tina's Wonderland, Dirt 5, Civilization VI, Horizon Zero Dawn, Ashes of the Singularity (GPU), Total War Warhammer III (Battle), F1 2022, all at 1080p high settings. System manufacturers may vary configurations, yielding different results. RPL-39 ) AMD combines its top-end Ryzen 7000X3D series processors, with up to a colossal 144MB of on-chip memory, paired with the most advanced processor cores you can get in a gaming PC so enthusiasts can harness the power of the ultimate gaming and creator performance in one chip. (Based on a smaller node size of the AMD processor for an x86 platform, as of September 2023. GD-203.) No workload is off limits with AMD Ryzen processors. (The AMD Ryzen 7 8700G processor with integrated Radeon™ 780M graphics is projected to have the fastest processor graphics in the world. Performance projection by AMD engineering staff. Engineering projections are not a guarantee of final performance. Specific projections are based on reference design platforms and are subject to change when final products are released in market. PXD-02)
Play Games without a Graphics Card
The latest AMD Ryzen G-Series processors feature best-in-class graphics built-in (Each of the AMD Ryzen™ 8000G-Series processors with integrated Radeon™ graphics are projected to have the fastest desktop processor graphics in their respective classes. AMD defines the class as the processor parts that comprise the Ryzen 8000 G-Series processors and Intel Core i7-14700, Core i5-14600, and Core i3-141004. Performance projections by AMD engineering staff as of October 2023. Engineering projections are not a guarantee of final performance. Specific projections are based on reference design platforms and are subject to change when final products are released in market. PXD-01), so you can play virtually any PC game out there in high definition without the added expense of a graphics card. And if you want to take your gaming to the next level later, you can add a high-performance graphics card whenever you want.
Productivity
Professional-Grade Productivity
Whether you are working in Microsoft Office, exporting video files, or visualising an architectural dream in 3D, AMD Ryzen processors are built to beat the clock. With premium options that include time-saving connectivity like PCIe® 5.0 storage support, ultra-fast Wi-Fi® 6E (Wi-Fi 6E Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.0 availability varies by laptop manufacturer and are system configuration dependent. Check with your laptop manufacturer for compatibility information. GD-149a), AMD EXPO™ technology (Overclocking and/or undervolting AMD processors and memory, including without limitation, altering clock frequencies / multipliers or memory timing / voltage, to operate outside of AMD’s published specifications will void any applicable AMD product warranty, even when enabled via AMD hardware and/or software. This may also void warranties offered by the system manufacturer or retailer. Users assume all risks and liabilities that may arise out of overclocking and/or undervolting AMD processors, including, without limitation, failure of or damage to hardware, reduced system performance and/or data loss, corruption or vulnerability. GD-106), up to 32 processing threads, and dedicated video accelerators (Video codec acceleration (including at least the HEVC (H.265), H.264, VP9, and AV1 codecs) is subject to and not operable without inclusion/installation of compatible media players. GD-176), elevate your experience with AMD Ryzen processors.
AI Acceleration
AMD Ryzen AI Delivers the Power of Personal AI Processing
For decades AMD has pioneered technology to push the limits of what AI can accomplish, so now you can experience the power of your very own, incredibly advanced Artificial Intelligence technology. (Ryzen™ AI is defined as the combination of a dedicated AI engine, AMD Radeon™ graphics engine, and Ryzen processor cores that enable AI capabilities. OEM and ISV enablement is required, and certain AI features may not yet be optimised for Ryzen AI processors. Ryzen AI is compatible with all AMD Ryzen 7040 series processors except the Ryzen 5 7540U and Ryzen 3 7440U. Please check with your system manufacturer for feature availability prior to purchase. GD-220a) Be ready to usher in the future with new capabilities that only AMD Ryzen AI can provide. It’s your key to unlock magical AI experiences on your PC.
Platform
Upgradable for Years to Come
Invest in a platform that grows with your needs over time.
Your PC platform can be an investment, or a liability. AMD is the only processor manufacturer that has committed to years of future support for the cutting-edge Socket AM5 platform, so you will be able to upgrade to new processors we haven’t even announced yet.
The newest AMD desktop platform is packed with state-of-the-art technologies including high-speed DDR5 memory, PCIe® 5.0 support, and AMD EXPO one-touch memory overclocking (AMD’s product warranty does not cover damages caused by overclocking, even when overclocking is enabled via AMD hardware and/or software. GD-26) (Game testing as of 5 December, 2022, by AMD Performance Labs using the following hardware: AMD Socket AM5 Reference Motherboard with AMD Ryzen™ 9 7950X, Ryzen™ 9 7950X3D and G.Skill DDR5-6000C30 (F5-6000J3038F16GX2-TZ5N) with AMD EXPO™; ALL SYSTEMS configured with NXZT Kraken X63, open air test bench, GeForce 4090, Windows® 11, PCIe® Resizable Base Address Register (“ReBAR”) ON, Virtualization-Based Security (VBS) OFF. All games tested at 1920x1080 with HIGH in-game preset and the chronologically newest graphics industry API available within the game’s rendering engine (e.g. Vulkan® over OpenGL™, DirectX® 12 over DirectX® 11). Desktop configurations will vary, yielding different results. Games tested: CS:GO, League of Legends, Assassin's Creed: Valhalla, Grand Theft Auto V, Hitman 3 Dubai GPU, Wolfenstein Youngblood (LabX), Hitman 3 Dubai CPU, Cyberpunk 2077, Borderlands 3, DOTA 2, Middle Earth: Shadow of War, F1 2021, Far Cry 6, Final Fantasy XIV, Warhammer: Dawn of War III, Shadow of the Tomb Raider, Total War: Three Kingdoms Battle, Deus Ex: Mankind Divided, Watchdogs: Legion, Riftbreaker CPU, Red Dead Redemption 2. RPL-035). If your PC needs the latest and greatest capabilities now and in the future, insist on AMD Ryzen processors.
Technologies
Exclusive AMD 3D V-Cache™ Technology - The Ultimate Gaming Hardware
AMD 3D V-Cache™ technology delivers a huge game performance advantage with up to 144MB of on-chip memory, available on AMD Ryzen X3D Series processors. (Testing as of 15 August, 2022, by AMD Performance Labs using the following hardware: AMD AM5 Reference Motherboard with AMD Ryzen™ 9 7950X with G.Skill DDR5-6000C30 (F5-6000J3038F16GX2-TZ5N) with AMD EXPO™ loaded, AMD AM4 Reference Motherboard with AMD Ryzen™ 9 5950X and DDR4-3600C16. ALL SYSTEMS configured with NXZT Kraken X63, open air test bench, Radeon™ RX 6950XT (driver 22.7.1 Optional), Windows® 11 22000.856, AMD Smart Access Memory/PCIe® Resizable Base Address Register (“ReBAR”) ON, Virtualization-Based Security (VBS) OFF. Processor power measured at the package, performance measured in Cinebench R23 nT score. Results may vary. RPL-014)
Leadership Efficiency - With Eco-Mode and New Low-Power Models
AMD Ryzen 7000 series processors can deliver up to 49% more performance at the same power level compared to last gen. Use even less power with exclusive Eco-Mode, or choose one of the new low-power 65W models in the lineup. (Precision Boost Overdrive requires a compatible AMD Ryzen Threadripper, 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen processor, or Ryzen 5000 Series processor and a motherboard compatible with one or more of these processors. 2nd Gen AMD Ryzen processors including the Ryzen 3200G processor are not compatible with Precision Boost Overdrive. Because Precision Boost Overdrive enables operation of the processor outside of specifications and in excess of factory settings, use of the feature invalidates the AMD product warranty and may also void warranties offered by the system manufacturer or retailer. GD-135)
Unlocked for Overclocking - Control Your Processing Power
Tweak and tune your AMD Ryzen processor for personalised performance easily with one-click Precision Boost Overdrive, or do it manually with the robust AMD Ryzen Master utility. (Based on testing by AMD as of 12/14/2021. Performance evaluated with Watch Dogs Legion, Far Cry 6, Gears 5, Final Fantasy XIV, Shadow of the Tomb Raider and CS:GO. All games test at 1920x1080 resolution with the HIGH in-game quality preset (or equivalent). System configuration: Ryzen 7 5800X3D and AMD Reference Motherboard, Ryzen 9 5900X and ASUS Crosshair VIII Hero with BIOS 3801. Both systems configured with 2x8GB DDR4-3600, GeForce RTX 3080 with 472.12 driver, Samsung 980 Pro 1TB, NZXT Kraken X62, and Windows 11 28000.282. R5K-106) (Each of the AMD Ryzen™ 8000G-Series processors with integrated Radeon™ graphics are projected to have the fastest desktop processor graphics in their respective classes. AMD defines the class as the processor parts that comprise the Ryzen 8000 G-Series processors and Intel Core i7-14700, Core i5-14600, and Core i3-141004. Performance projections by AMD engineering staff as of October 2023. Engineering projections are not a guarantee of final performance. Specific projections are based on reference design platforms and are subject to change when final products are released in market. PXD-01)
Accelerate your gaming with AMD EXPO overclocked memory.
Ecosystem
AMD Ryzen Compatible Memory
Find AMD partner memory kits that have been tested by AMD partners at the advertised overclocked profile.
AMD Recommended Processor Coolers
Pair your AMD Ryzen processor with a high-performance cooling system for unparalleled performance.
Partner PCIe® Gen Storage Drives
Get maximum storage bandwidth with an AMD-qualified storage device.
