AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D Eight Core 5.20GHz (Socket AM5) Processor - Retail
Product Technical Specification
| Clock Speeds | |
| Max. CPU Clock (Base) | 4.7 GHz |
| Max. CPU Clock (Turbo / Boost) | 5.2 GHz |
| CPU | |
| CPU Manufacturer | AMD |
| CPU Series | AMD Ryzen 7 |
| CPU Socket | AM5 |
| CPU Architecture | AMD Granite Ridge |
| CPU Cores | 8 |
| CPU Threads | 16 |
| Hyperthreading / Multithreading | Yes |
| Open Multiplier | Yes |
| Memory Controller | dual channel |
| L1-Cache | 640 kB |
| L2-Cache | 8 MB |
| L3-Cache | 96 MB |
| TDP | 120 W |
| CPU Cooler Included | No |
| CPU Packaging | boxed / retail |
| Integrated GPU | Yes |
| Memory | |
| Memory Compatibility | DDR5 |
| Max. Memory Speed (Standard) | 5600 MT/s |
| EEC Support | Yes |
| Connectivity | |
| PCIe-5.0-Lanes | 24 |
Delivery Options
Economy Delivery (UK)
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Achieve next-level power and next-level gaming with the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D CPU. From the AMD Ryzen 9000 Series, this mainstream CPU is built on Zen 5 architecture with AI-acceleration to unlock unprecedented performance. Enjoy a 16% uptick on previous Ryzen generations! Plus, with support for DDR5, PCIe 5.0, USB4, and WiFi 7, this CPU has a clear upgrade path and is future proofed for upcoming tech.
AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D CPU at a Glance:
- CPU built on Zen 5 architecture with AI-acceleration
- Eight cores, sixteen threads, and multithreading technology
- 96MB 3D V-Cache for enhanced efficiency in gaming
- Maximum 120W TDP
- Compatible with AM5 socket and existing AM4 CPU coolers
- Supports DDR5 RAM, PCIe 5.0, and USB4
- Memory overclocking software AMD EXPO
The Mainstream CPU
The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D CPU has been optimised to provide a ~16% uptick in performance over the previous Ryzen generation. Enjoy smoother gaming, more efficient workflows, and more power in your content creation. This entry-level CPU has eight cores and sixteen threads with SMT (simultaneous multithreading technology), making it excellent for 1080p/1440p gaming and content creators. The base clock speed for this processor is 4.7GHz, but this can be boosted to 5.2GHz with the use of Precision Boost 2 or Precision Boost Overdrive. What’s more, this processor has a maximum 120W TDP.
3D V-Cache
The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D is equipped with 3D V-Cache, an innovative cache system that delivers incredible efficiency in gaming workflows. The CPU’s cache memory is 3D stacked, which facilitates higher capacities and more simultaneous access to the data stored. This processor has a total 96MB cache, intelligently split into L1, L2, and L3 tiers.
Zen 5 and AI-Acceleration
The AMD Ryzen 9000 Series is built on an innovative 4nm process and Zen 5 architecture. Putting performance, scalability, and efficiency at the core of this architecture’s design ensures you’ll enjoy the best in gaming, streaming, and content creation. This generation has been improved with branch prediction accuracy and latency, higher throughput, and more parallelism.
This has been paired with the latest in AI acceleration. As a result, you can effortlessly handle AI workloads, regardless of how complex the AI model is. In fact, you can enjoy up to 20% faster AI in select models, making AMD Ryzen 9000 the ultimate AI processing solution.
Upgrade Path
The AMD Ryzen 9000 Series is designed to support your gaming and workflows for longer. These processors utilise the AMD AM5 platform, like Ryzen 7000. This socket was engineered to grow with the technology industry as it develops and innovates.
As such, the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D has support for DDR5, PCIe 5.0 on both storage and graphics, USB4, and WiFi 7, offering a clear upgrade path with a future-proofed design.
Overclockers UK recommends EXPO Memory kits for the 9800X3D. For maximum performance, we recommend 6000MHz with a CAS Latency of 30. To browse our range of 6000MHz memory kits, click here.
| Clock Speeds | |
| Max. CPU Clock (Base) | 4.7 GHz |
| Max. CPU Clock (Turbo / Boost) | 5.2 GHz |
| CPU | |
| CPU Manufacturer | AMD |
| CPU Series | AMD Ryzen 7 |
| CPU Socket | AM5 |
| CPU Architecture | AMD Granite Ridge |
| CPU Cores | 8 |
| CPU Threads | 16 |
| Hyperthreading / Multithreading | Yes |
| Open Multiplier | Yes |
| Memory Controller | dual channel |
| L1-Cache | 640 kB |
| L2-Cache | 8 MB |
| L3-Cache | 96 MB |
| TDP | 120 W |
| CPU Cooler Included | No |
| CPU Packaging | boxed / retail |
| Integrated GPU | Yes |
| Memory | |
| Memory Compatibility | DDR5 |
| Max. Memory Speed (Standard) | 5600 MT/s |
| EEC Support | Yes |
| Connectivity | |
| PCIe-5.0-Lanes | 24 |
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