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AMD Ryzen 7 5700 100-100000743SBX desktop processor

SKU CH-0HVV-TQGG8 MPN 100-100000743SBX

Eight-core desktop processor with 16 threads, 3.7 GHz base clock, 4.6 GHz boost and 65 W TDP for Socket AM4 platforms

  • Product nameRyzen 7 5700
  • CPU cores8-Core
  • CPU socketSocket AM4
  • Maximum turbo clock4.6 GHz
  • TDP rating65 W
  • Processor classDesktop
  • 8 cores and 16 threads handle heavy multitasking
  • 6 GHz max turbo frequency speeds up single-thread work
  • 65 W TDP keeps power draw and heat low
  • 16 MB L3 cache reduces latency for games and apps
  • DDR4 3200 dual-channel support feeds data fast

Eight-core desktop processor for AM4 builds

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700 delivers eight cores and sixteen threads on the AM4 socket, targeting users who need multi-threaded throughput without integrated graphics. A base frequency of 3.7 GHz and a maximum boost of 4.6 GHz provide responsive performance across productivity and gaming workloads. The 65 W thermal design suits compact or quiet systems.

DDR4-3200 dual-channel memory interface

Memory support is limited to DDR4 3200 across two channels, capping bandwidth at the platform's native ceiling. PCI Express 3.0 governs expansion devices, restricting GPU and storage throughput to that generation's limits. Chipset compatibility spans A520, B350, B450, B550, X370, X470 and X570, but the interface itself does not advance beyond these specifications.

16 MB L3 cache and 65 W power envelope

The 16 MB L3 cache and 4 MB L2 cache give ample headroom for typical multitasking and content-creation datasets. Sustained all-core loads remain within the 65 W envelope, allowing the included Wraith Spire cooler to maintain stable clocks. Workloads demanding heavier sustained compute or larger working sets will eventually exceed the thermal and cache budget.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Desktop Processors, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $122.99
Cheaper than about 59% of the 494 comparable items (median $149.99).
CPU cores 8-Core
Typical for this category: the median of 271 items is 8.
Maximum turbo clock 4.6 GHz
Lower than about 55% of the 246 comparable items (median 4.7 GHz).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameAMD
Product lineRyzen 7 5000 Series
Model name100-100000743SBX
Product nameRyzen 7 5700
Performance
Working frequency3.7 GHz
Processor
CPU cores8-Core
CPU socketSocket AM4
Maximum turbo clock4.6 GHz
TDP rating65 W
Processor classDesktop
CPU threads16-Threads
L1 cache size512 KB
Level 2 cache4 MB
Level 3 cache16 MB
Process node7 nm
CPU instruction set64-Bit
Memory
Supported memoryDDR4 3200
Channel configuration2
Graphics
Built-in graphicsNone Integrated Graphics
Ports & slots
PCIe generation3.0
Size & build
Shipping weight0.45 kg
Package size135 × 130 × 76 mm
Compatibility
Compatible desktop chipsetsAMD A520 / AMD B350 / AMD B450 / AMD B550 / AMD X370 / AMD X470 / AMD X570
Compatible systemsWindows 10–64-Bit Edition
RHEL x86 64-Bit
Ubuntu x86 64-Bit
*Operating System (OS) support will vary by manufacturer.
In the box
Included coolerWraith Spire Cooler

Questions about this item

Should I pick the 8-core 3.7 GHz Ryzen 7 5700 or a 6-core model for multitasking?

The 8-core 16-thread design gives you more parallel throughput for rendering, compiling or heavy multitasking than a 6-core chip, while the 65 W TDP keeps cooling requirements modest.

What does the 4.6 GHz max turbo frequency mean once the CPU is installed in a real system?

It is the highest single-core clock the processor can reach when thermal and power headroom allow; sustained all-core speeds will sit lower, typically near the 3.7 GHz base, depending on your cooler and motherboard power limits.

How does the PCIe 3.0 interface limit graphics cards and storage in practice?

The CPU provides PCIe 3.0 lanes, capping each lane at 8 GT/s, so GPUs and SSDs that support PCIe 4.0 will run at 3.0 speeds when connected directly to the processor.

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