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AMD Ryzen 5 7500X3D vs AMD Ryzen 5 9500F: Comparison
AMD Ryzen 5 7500X3D and AMD Ryzen 5 9500F separate most on l3 cache: AMD Ryzen 5 7500X3D at 96 MB, AMD Ryzen 5 9500F at 32 MB, 67% in favour of AMD Ryzen 5 7500X3D. They match on 4 other specifications, including form factor, socket and cores.
Specs
| Specification |  | |
|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | Desktop | Desktop |
| Release Year | 2022 | 2024 |
| TDP | 105 W | 65 W |
| iGPU | AMD Radeon Graphics (2 CUs, RDNA 2) | None (requires discrete GPU) |
| Socket | AM5 (LGA 1718) | AM5 (LGA 1718) |
| L3 Cache | 96 MB | 32 MB-67% |
| Cores | 6 | 6 |
| Threads | 12 | 12 |
| Base Clock | 4.2 GHz | 3.7 GHz |
| Boost Clock | 5.0 GHz | 4.8 GHz |
| Architecture | Zen 4 (7000 series) | Zen 5 (9000 series) |
Verdict
AMD Ryzen 5 7500X3D
8.9 / 10 Expert Rating
The AMD Ryzen 5 7500X3D is one of the best gaming CPUs available, its huge L3 cache translating directly into higher in-game frame rates.
AMD Ryzen 5 9500F
7.6 / 10 Expert Rating
The AMD Ryzen 5 9500F is a smart value pick for gamers who already have a discrete graphics card.