Experience pure gaming excellence with over 100 FPS in the world's most popular titles. The AMD "Zen 4" architecture ensures seamless performance, powered by 6 cores and 12 processing threads.
Unleash the maximum potential with a 5.3 GHz Max Boost and the freedom for overclocking. With 38 MB cache and support for DDR5-5200, your gaming just leveled up. The AMD AM5 Socket is ready to support AMD Ryzen 7000 Series processors.
Enjoy enhanced compatibility with DDR5 support for 4 DIMMs, featuring AMD EXPO and Intel XMP Memory Module support. Delivering commanding power, the Twin 14+2+1 Phases with 70A Power Stage Digital VRM Solution and 8-layer 2X copper PCB ensure you stay ahead in the game.
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Great gaming performance
Perfect CPU for gaming and productivity, performs well at 1440p and 4K with good FPS. -
High clock speeds
This CPU features a high clock speed and maintains boost speeds well during stress tests. -
Energy efficient
Good power consumption for the performance it provides. -
Suitable for high-end GPUs
Pairs well with high-end GPUs like the 7800XT or 7900 XTX for enhanced gaming experiences. -
Easy to install
Installation is straightforward and user-friendly. -
Good cooling hardware included
The included heat sink and fan work effectively and quietly.
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Runs hot
Runs extremely hot, with temperatures reaching up to 97C under heavy loads. -
Requires advanced cooling
Necessitates a dual tower or AIO triple rad cooler to maintain safe temperatures. -
Potential stability issues
May require a negative offset or other adjustments to maintain stability. -
Overclocking challenges
Difficulty in undervolting and managing high clock speeds without causing instability. -
Poor compatibility with some motherboards
Reported issues with certain motherboards like those from Asus due to BIOS problems. -
Not the top of the line
Despite its high temperatures, it is a mid-tier CPU, which may seem unacceptable to some users.
