Are you looking to upgrade to the AMD Ryzen 9000 Series? If so, keep on reading as we’ve compiled everything you need to know about this line-up of processors, including what you need to upgrade!
The AMD Ryzen 9000 Series
Expanding on previous generations, the AMD Ryzen 9000 Series harnesses the very latest technology to facilitate incredible performance in gaming and streaming alike.
Crafted utilising Zen 5 architecture along with plenty of cores and threads, these processors can effortlessly handle any demanding task you throw its way. What’s more, high clock speeds and integrated cache ensure blisteringly fast performance and enhanced efficiency.
The AMD Ryzen 9000 Series is also compatible with the new X870E chipset, DDR5 RAM, and PCIe 5.0, meaning you can take advantage of cutting-edge tech to power your games like never before.
If you want to learn more about this line-up of processors, be sure to check out our dedicated blog post for more.
The CPUs
At the time of writing, there are four processors in the AMD Ryzen 9000 Series. This includes:
- Ryzen 9 9950X
- Ryzen 9 9900X
- Ryzen 7 9700X
- Ryzen 5 9600X
| Cores/Threads | Base Clock | Boost Clock | Cache | TDP | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ryzen 9 9950X | 16 cores 32 threads | 4.3GHz | 5.7GHz | 64MB | 170W |
| Ryzen 9 9900X | 12 cores 24 threads | 4.4GHz | 5.6GHz | 64MB | 120W |
| Ryzen 7 9700X | 8 cores 16 threads | 3.8GHz | 5.5GHz | 40MB | 65W |
| Ryzen 5 9600X | 6 cores 12 threads | 5.4GHz | 5.4GHz | 38MB | 65W |
8Pack and AMD Ryzen 9000
Legendary overclocker 8Pack sat down with us and discussed his thoughts on this new generation of processors. Check out our video below!
What Hardware Do You Need to Upgrade to AMD Ryzen 9000?
Motherboard
To utilise an AMD Ryzen 9000 Series CPU, you’ll need a compatible motherboard that boasts an AM5 socket and the all-new X870E chipset. With the ASUS ROG Crosshair X870E Hero as the foundation of your PC, you can enjoy superior performance and ultra-fast speeds.
ASUS ROG Crosshair X880E DDR5 ATX Motherboard
- ATX form factor
- AM5 socket
- X870E chipset
- Compatible with AMD Ryzen 9000, 8000, and 7000 CPUs
- DDR5 RAM
CPU Cooler
To ensure your AMD Ryzen 9000 CPU performs at optimum temperatures, you’ll need a compatible AM5 CPU cooler. We recommend the Lian Li Galahad II AiO because of its powerful combination of three 120mm fans, a 360mm radiator, and an 8th Gen Asetek pump which effectively draws and dissipates any excess heat. Equipped with ARGB lighting and a customisable 2.88’’ IPS display, this CPU cooler is sure to look fantastic in any PC build.
Lian Li Galahad II LCD 360mm AiO CPU Cooler
- AiO CPU cooler
- 360mm radiator
- 3 x 120mm fans
- Integrated RGB lighting
- 2.88’’ IPS customisable display
RAM
AMD Ryzen 9000 is compatible with DDR5, so you can take advantage of high-speed RAM to enjoy near-zero lag or latency in both single- and multi-threaded tasks alike. The Kingston Fury Beast 32GB RAM Kit supports AMD EXPO, meaning you can enjoy easy-to-use overclocking to enhance your performance one step further.
Kingston Fury Beast 32GB (2 x 16GB) EXPO DDR5 Dual-Channel RAM Kit
- 32GB capacity
- 2 x 16GB RAM modules
- DDR5 standard
- Dual-channel configuration
- Compatible with AMD EXPO
GPU
To render your favourite gaming worlds in stunning resolution, we recommend the ASUS TUF Gaming Radeon RX 7900 XT. This graphics card has been crafted utilising RDNA 3 architecture to deliver lifelike visuals, immersive gameplay, and silky-smooth frame rates. Everything you need to enjoy a competitive edge over your in-game enemies.
ASUS TUF Gaming Radeon RX 7900 XTX 20GB GDDR6 Graphics Card
- AMD Radeon RX 7000 Series
- 5376 Stream processors
- 2535MHz boosted clock speed
- 20GB GDDR6 integrated video memory
Power Supply
A premium PSU, like the Kolink Regulator Series, is a must for supplying all your hardware with a consistent steady flow of power. The 80 PLUS Gold rating means this PSU boasts incredible efficiency, even at half or full loads, whilst the 850W capacity ensures compatibility with even the most power-hungry hardware.
Kolink Regulator 805W Modular Power Supply
- 850W
- Modular form factor
- PCIe 5.0
- Modular
- ATX 3.0 compatible
Storage
Armed with the Seagate Firecuda 1TB M.2 SSD, you’ll have endless storage space for your expanding gaming library, favourite videos, and more. Equipped with read and write speeds of 9500/8500MB/s, enjoy ultra-fast transfer rates and loading times. No more spinning circle of death!
Seagate Firecuda 540 1TB PCIe 5.0 M.2 SSD
- 1TB capacity
- 2280 form factor
- PCIe 5.0
- 9500MB/s read speed
- 8500MB/s write speed
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Ruth Rowley
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Ruth has been with Overclockers UK for over a year and has gone on to write about everything ranging from in-depth hardware guides to monthly game releases.
Outside of writing blog posts, she can be found wrapped in a blanket with her black cat, engrossed in a book or playing life-simulation games such as The Sims, Stardew Valley, and Animal Crossing.
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