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AMD Ryzen 9 7900 Twelve Core Socket AM5 5.4GHz Processor - 100-100000590BOX, image 1 of 71 / 7

AMD Ryzen 9 7900 Twelve Core Socket AM5 5.4GHz Processor

Part number: 100-100000590BOX

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£282.99
6 retailers
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7% over its usual price of £265 over the last 90 days.

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Specifications

ArchitectureZen 4
Base Clock3.7 GHz
Boost Clock5.4 GHz
Cores12
Integrated GraphicsRadeon
L3 Cache64 MB
SocketAM5
TDP65W

Performance Benchmarks

Calculated Figures

Aggregate Boost Clock64.8GHz-cores
lowest 12median 41highest 518
Higher than 65% of 293 compared
12 cores × 5.4 GHz boost
L3 Cache per Core5.33MB
lowest 0.2median 3highest 16
Higher than 82% of 149 compared
64 MB L3 ÷ 12 cores
TDP per Core5.4W
lowest 2.7median 11highest 33
Lower than 92% of 342 compared
65 W ÷ 12 cores

Calculated from this product's published specifications, not measured in testing. Ranked against other products in this category.

Blender render benchmark

Measured

Real runs submitted to Blender Open Data. Higher is faster at rendering.

Source: Blender Open Data (CC0), Blender 4.5.0: samples per minute over the monster, junkshop and classroom scenes, median of 143 runs. Same for every product on this model.

At a glance

AMD Ryzen 9 7900 Twelve Core Socket AM5 5.4GHz Processor is a 12-core processor with 24 threads and a boost clock of 5.4 GHz, for the AM5 socket. It scores 86 out of 100 on our estimated performance scale, relative to current processors. It is listed at 6 UK shops, cheapest in stock at Box for £282.99 (checked 19 October 2026); in-stock prices run from £282.99 to £329.99. That is 7% over its usual price of £265 over the last 90 days.

From the retailer

AMD Ryzen 9 7900 AM5 Desktop Processor High-Performance Power for Gaming and Creation Performance with Efficient Power & Advanced Support The AMD Ryzen™ 9 7900 (100-100000590BOX) is a powerful desktop processor built for gamers, creators, and performance enthusiasts who demand speed without excessive power draw. Featuring 12 cores and 24 threads, based on AMDs Zen 4 architecture, it delivers fast multitasking, smooth gaming, and excellent productivity performance. With boost speeds of up to 5.4GHz, a 65W TDP, and an included AMD Wraith Prism RGB cooler, it offers premium performance in a highly efficient package for modern AM5 systems. 12 cores and 24 threads Socket AM5 support 65W power-efficient design Wraith Prism RGB cooler included Balanced Performance for Modern Desktop Builds Designed for users who want flagship-level performance without extreme power consumption, the Ryzen 9 7900 (100-100000590BOX) excels in gaming, content creation, streaming, and professional workloads. It supports the latest DDR5 memory and PCIe® 5.0 technology, making it ideal for future-ready desktop systems. With integrated Radeon™ Graphics, it also allows basic display output without requiring a discrete GPU. Ideal For Gamers Delivers high frame rates and smooth gameplay in modern titles. Content Creators Handles video editing, rendering, and multitasking efficiently. Enthusiast PC Builders Ideal for AM5 platforms with next-generation memory and storage. Workstation Users Balances performance and efficiency for long workloads and daily productivity. Performance and Specifications Zen 4 Architecture with High-End Power Powered by AMDs Zen 4 architecture and manufactured using TSMC 5nm process technology, the Ryzen 9 7900 offers excellent performance per watt. With 12 CPU cores, 24 threads, and a base clock of 3.7GHz boosting up to 5.4GHz, it handles demanding applications with ease.

Estimated Performance

86/ 100

Scored against current processors, where 100 is the strongest one we can score. Calculated from cores, boost clock and l3 cache.

Estimated from manufacturer specifications, not measured. Useful for comparing similar parts; actual performance varies by game, driver and system.

Running cost

Rated power (TDP or peak turbo) 65 W

£18.73
a year
£1.56
a month

At the Ofgem price cap, 26.32p per kWh, Oct to Dec 2026

Assumes the part draws its rated power for every hour of use. Real draw varies with the game or workload, and is usually lower.

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