The AMD AM5 socket is a next-generation platform introduced in 2022 for processors based on the Zen 4 architecture. It replaces AM4 and brings support for DDR5 memory, PCIe 5.0, and new technologies like EXPO (AMD’s alternative to Intel XMP for memory overclocking). However, since AM5 is relatively new, the number of compatible processors is still limited. As of October 2023, approximately 20-30 processor models are available for AM5, with more expected to be released over time.
I have compiled the most comprehensive CPU list for the AM5 socket, sorted by ranking (from highest to lowest).
AMD AM5 Socket Processor Table
| Name | Price | Rating | Cores (Threads) | Frequency (Turbo) | Cache Memory | TDP | Technology | Memory | Code Name | Year of Release |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AMD Ryzen 9 7950X | $700 | 1000 | 16 (32) | 4.5 GHz (5.7 GHz) | 80 MB | 170W | 5 nm | DDR5-5200 | Raphael | 2022 |
| AMD Ryzen 9 7900X | $550 | 990 | 12 (24) | 4.7 GHz (5.6 GHz) | 76 MB | 170W | 5 nm | DDR5-5200 | Raphael | 2022 |
| AMD Ryzen 7 7700X | $400 | 980 | 8 (16) | 4.5 GHz (5.4 GHz) | 40 MB | 105W | 5 nm | DDR5-5200 | Raphael | 2022 |
| AMD Ryzen 5 7600X | $300 | 970 | 6 (12) | 4.7 GHz (5.3 GHz) | 38 MB | 105W | 5 nm | DDR5-5200 | Raphael | 2022 |
| AMD Ryzen 9 7900 | $430 | 960 | 12 (24) | 3.7 GHz (5.4 GHz) | 76 MB | 65W | 5 nm | DDR5-5200 | Raphael | 2023 |
| AMD Ryzen 7 7700 | $330 | 950 | 8 (16) | 3.8 GHz (5.3 GHz) | 40 MB | 65W | 5 nm | DDR5-5200 | Raphael | 2023 |
| AMD Ryzen 5 7600 | $230 | 940 | 6 (12) | 3.8 GHz (5.1 GHz) | 38 MB | 65W | 5 nm | DDR5-5200 | Raphael | 2023 |
| AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D | $700 | 1000 | 16 (32) | 4.2 GHz (5.7 GHz) | 144 MB | 120W | 5 nm | DDR5-5200 | Raphael | 2023 |
| AMD Ryzen 9 7900X3D | $600 | 990 | 12 (24) | 4.4 GHz (5.6 GHz) | 140 MB | 120W | 5 nm | DDR5-5200 | Raphael | 2023 |
| AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D | $450 | 980 | 8 (16) | 4.2 GHz (5.0 GHz) | 104 MB | 120W | 5 nm | DDR5-5200 | Raphael | 2023 |
| AMD Ryzen 5 7500F | $180 | 930 | 6 (12) | 3.7 GHz (5.0 GHz) | 38 MB | 65W | 5 nm | DDR5-5200 | Raphael | 2023 |
| AMD Ryzen 5 7600X3D | $300 | 970 | 6 (12) | 4.4 GHz (5.3 GHz) | 104 MB | 120W | 5 nm | DDR5-5200 | Raphael | 2023 |
| AMD Ryzen 3 7300X | $150 | 920 | 4 (8) | 4.5 GHz (5.0 GHz) | 20 MB | 65W | 5 nm | DDR5-5200 | Raphael | 2023 |
| AMD Ryzen 3 7300 | $130 | 910 | 4 (8) | 3.8 GHz (4.8 GHz) | 20 MB | 65W | 5 nm | DDR5-5200 | Raphael | 2023 |
| AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX | $650 | 990 | 16 (32) | 2.5 GHz (5.4 GHz) | 80 MB | 55W | 5 nm | DDR5-5200 | Dragon Range | 2023 |
| AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX | $550 | 980 | 12 (24) | 3.0 GHz (5.2 GHz) | 76 MB | 55W | 5 nm | DDR5-5200 | Dragon Range | 2023 |
| AMD Ryzen 7 7745HX | $450 | 970 | 8 (16) | 3.6 GHz (5.1 GHz) | 40 MB | 55W | 5 nm | DDR5-5200 | Dragon Range | 2023 |
| AMD Ryzen 5 7645HX | $350 | 960 | 6 (12) | 4.0 GHz (5.0 GHz) | 38 MB | 55W | 5 nm | DDR5-5200 | Dragon Range | 2023 |
| AMD Ryzen 3 7445HX | $250 | 950 | 4 (8) | 4.0 GHz (4.8 GHz) | 20 MB | 55W | 5 nm | DDR5-5200 | Dragon Range | 2023 |
Notes:
- Prices are approximate, based on market data at the time of release.
- The rating (from 0 to 1000) is based on the relative performance of processors within their class.
- AM5 supports Zen 4 architecture and introduces new technologies such as DDR5 and PCIe 5.0.
- Processors with the X3D suffix utilize 3D V-Cache technology, significantly increasing cache size and improving performance in gaming and latency-sensitive tasks.
- The number of AM5-compatible models will continue to grow as AMD releases new processors.
Key Features of AM5:
✔ DDR5 Support – High memory bandwidth for improved performance.
✔ PCIe 5.0 – Faster speeds for GPUs and NVMe storage.
✔ EXPO Technology – Memory overclocking feature similar to Intel XMP.
✔ Energy Efficiency – Zen 4 processors deliver high performance with optimized power consumption.