AMD Ryzen 9000

AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D processor held in front of a blue cloudy sky — The world's best CPU for gaming is out, and here's where to buy Enthusiasts take note; the new best CPU for gaming is out, but it's selling fast. Here's what you need to know.

AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D boxed CPU in front of a lava style background — Scalpers buy out AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D stock with $200+ markups Second-hand marketplaces show multiple listings of AMD's new Zen 5 processor with $200+ markups.

AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D boxed held in front of a blue cloudy sky with Windows Central best award — AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D review: Retaining the title of best gaming CPU The price hiked, but it's still the best for gamers and far cheaper than Intel's productivity-first 285K.

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ASRock motherboard with AMD Ryzen 7 9700X

AMD's all-new X870 and X870E motherboards launch: Where to buy the best match for Ryzen 9000 CPUs

By Ben Wilson published 30 September 24

Next-gen AM5 All-new motherboards designed for AMD's X870 and X870E chipset features have finally launched for Ryzen 9000 desktop processors. Here are the cheapest boards available on launch day.

Next-gen AM5

AMD Ryzen 7 9700X processor in motherboard socket

AMD unlocks over 60% Ryzen CPU power boosts for two of my top-rated desktop processors with a new TDP firmware update

By Ben Wilson published 30 September 24

TDP boost AMD Ryzen 600 Series motherboards can push the TDP of its 9600X and 9700X desktop processors by over 60%, but it comes with an important trade-off.

TDP boost

AMD Ryzen 9 9900X and 9950X in retail boxes

AMD Ryzen 9 9950X vs. Ryzen 9 7950X: The older Zen 4 CPU remains a great option for most users

By Cale Hunt published 17 August 24

Upgrade? The new Ryzen 9 9950X is a hard sell for those already using a 7950X.

Upgrade?

AMD Ryzen 9 9900X and 9950X in plastic packaging

"The world's most powerful CPU" is AMD's Ryzen 9 9950X, and it's now available to buy alongside its 9900X sibling

By Cale Hunt published 15 August 24

More Zen 5 CPUs A week after the launch of the Ryzen 5 and 7 chips comes AMD's high-performance Zen 5 hardware.

More Zen 5 CPUs

AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D and Ryzen 9 9700X held in hand

AMD Ryzen 7 9700X vs. Ryzen 7 7800X3D: A bigger number isn't always better, especially for PC gaming

By Cale Hunt published 13 August 24

MAD about AMD Why you might not need the latest Zen 5 chip from AMD.

MAD about AMD

AMD's "new mid-range champion" Ryzen 7 9700X and its Ryzen 5 9600X sibling are now available to buy

By Cale Hunt published 8 August 24

It's time for Zen 5 The first of AMD's new Ryzen 9000 processors are headed into PC builds and upgrades.

It's time for Zen 5

Best motherboard for AMD Ryzen 9 9950X

By Cale Hunt published 6 August 24

Prepare for Zen 5 AMD's Ryzen 9 9950X is a high-performance Zen 5 processor that demands a quality motherboard to help realize its full potential. I've collected the best boards using the X670E chipset right here.

Prepare for Zen 5