AMD Ryzen 7 5700 8 Cores / 16 Thread 65W TDP Socket AM4 L2+L3 Cache 20MB Up to 4.6GHz…
- CPU Processor
- 65 watts
- 1
- 8
A solid 8-core AM4 upgrade at a low TDP, best suited to an existing AM4 board rather than a new build on a current platform.
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How it ranks among the 16 cpu processors we track
4.5★ across 163 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
163 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
500+ bought on Amazon last month.
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Overview
The Ryzen 7 5700 is an 8-core, 16-thread AM4 desktop processor with a 65W TDP, 20MB of combined L2 and L3 cache, and a boost clock up to 4.6GHz, sold in a boxed kit with a stock cooler.
Built on AMD's AM4 platform, it slots into the same socket used by several generations of Ryzen chips, which matters most to anyone upgrading an existing AM4 build rather than starting fresh. All cores are unlocked, so overclocking headroom exists for buyers willing to tune it, though the bundled cooler is meant for stock operation rather than heavy overclocking.
- Socket AM4
- 20MB combined L2 and L3 cache
- Boost clock up to 4.6GHz
- Boxed cooler included
Who it's for
Fits builders upgrading an AM4 motherboard who want more cores and threads without moving to a new platform, and anyone assembling a mid-range gaming or multitasking desktop on a budget. Not the choice for buyers wanting the newer AM5 platform or the highest single-core gaming clocks.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- 8 cores and 16 threads for multitasking or gaming
- Low 65W TDP for its core count
- Unlocked cores allow overclocking on supporting boards
- Drops into existing AM4 motherboards
- AM4 is an older platform than AMD's current AM5 chips
- Bundled cooler suits stock speeds, not heavy overclocking
Performance notes
Base clock sits at 3.7GHz with a boost up to 4.6GHz across 8 cores and 16 threads, backed by 20MB of combined L2 and L3 cache. The 65W TDP keeps thermals and power draw modest for a chip with this many threads, and because every core is unlocked, motherboards that support it can push clocks further with added cooling.
Specifications
| Brand | AMD |
|---|---|
| Model | 100-100000743SBX |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 15.2 ounces |
| Item Dimensions L x W | 5.3 × 5.3 inches |
| Cache Memory Installed Size | 20 MB |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Processor Speed | 3.7 GHz |
| Cooling Method | Air |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Wattage | 65 watts |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 3 years |
| Other details | |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Processor Core Count | 8 |
| Processor Count | 1 |
| Mfr Part Number | 100-100000743SBX |
| Platform | Windows |
| Processor Brand | AMD |
| Processor Number of Concurrent Threads | 16 |
| Processor Series | Ryzen 7 |
| Processor Socket | Socket AM4 |
| Secondary Cache | 4 MB |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in cpu processors.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| AMD Ryzen 7 5700 8 Cores / 16 Thread 65W TDP Socket AM4 L2+L3 Cache 20MB Up to 4.6GHz…This product | 4.5 / 5 | 163 | 4.2 / 5 |
| INTEL CPU Core i5-12400F / 6/12 / 2.5GHz / 6xxChipset / BX8071512400FINTEL | 4.8 / 5 | 3,000 | 4.5 / 5 |
| Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 Processor 285K 24 coresIntel® | 4.6 / 5 | 791 | 4.4 / 5 |
| Intel® Core™ Ultra 5 Processor 250K Plus 18 coresIntel® | 4.8 / 5 | 58 | 4.2 / 5 |
| Intel Core Ultra 7 Desktop Processor 265KFIntel | 4.7 / 5 | 549 | 4.2 / 5 |
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Questions about the AMD 100-100000743SBX
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Is the AMD Ryzen 7 5700 compatible with older AM4 motherboards?
Yes, it uses the AM4 socket, the same platform used by several earlier Ryzen 3000, 4000 and 5000 series chips, though a BIOS update on an older board may be needed.
Does the Ryzen 7 5700 come with a cooler?
Yes, it ships as a boxed processor with a stock cooler included, so no separate cooler purchase is required for standard use.
Can the Ryzen 7 5700 be overclocked?
Yes, all cores are unlocked, so overclocking is possible on a motherboard that supports it.