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AMD CPU for Gaming

All processors

65 AMD CPU for gaming. Most cost $105 to $599, and half cost less than $309.

AMD desktop processors whose title names a Ryzen 3, 5, 7 or 9 line, X3D models included. Threadripper is left out.

We do not pick by hand: a processor is here because its listed specs pass the checks.

AMDSpec score 8.0

6 Cores, AM4, AMD, Ryzen 5

+Integrated Radeon graphics included on the chip
+Six cores and twelve threads for multitasking
+AM4 socket for compatibility with AM4 motherboards
No current price. Check it at the store.
AMDSpec score 9.5

16 Cores, AMD, Ryzen 9, Yes

+16 cores and 32 threads for heavy parallel workloads
+Unlocked for manual overclocking
+Includes integrated graphics for basic display output
$589.99-16%List: $699.00
as of 11/04/2026 12:07 PST - Details
AMD

6 Cores, AM4, 65W, AMD

+Six cores for multitasking and everyday workloads
+AM4 socket for compatibility with AM4 motherboards
+65 W TDP for moderate power draw
−No integrated graphics, so a discrete GPU is required
$104.99-12%Was: $118.90
as of 11/04/2026 12:07 PST - Details
AMDSpec score 9.5

16 Cores, AM5, AMD, Ryzen 9

+16 cores and 32 threads for heavy parallel workloads
+X3D model with extra cache for gaming
+Uses the AM5 socket for current-generation platforms
−Lacks integrated graphics, needs a discrete graphics card
$629.99-10%List: $699.00
as of 11/04/2026 12:08 PST - Details
AMDSpec score 8.0

6 Cores, AMD, Ryzen 5

+Six cores and twelve threads for multitasking workloads
+Made by AMD in the Ryzen 5 family
$169.99-10%Was: $189.00
as of 11/04/2026 12:07 PST - Details
AMDSpec score 8.9

12 Cores, AM5, AMD, Ryzen 9

+Twelve cores and twenty-four threads for demanding workloads
+Unlocked desktop processor for manual overclocking
+Uses the AM5 socket for current motherboards
$346.70-9%Was: $380.00
as of 11/04/2026 12:07 PST - Details
AMD

4 Cores, AM4, AMD, Ryzen 3

+4 cores for everyday computing
+Integrated Radeon graphics included
+Uses AM4 socket
$86.90-5%Was: $91.95
as of 11/04/2026 12:07 PST - Details
AMDSpec score 9.5

16 Cores, AM4, AMD, Ryzen 9

+16 cores and 32 threads for heavy workloads
+Unlocked for manual overclocking
+AM4 socket uses an older platform
−AM4 socket is an older platform
$404.95
as of 11/04/2026 12:07 PST - Details
AMDSpec score 8.9

12 Cores, AM4, AMD, Ryzen 9

+12 cores and 24 threads for heavy workloads
+Unlocked for manual overclocking
+AM4 socket uses an older platform
−AM4 socket is an older platform
$599.95
as of 11/04/2026 12:07 PST - Details
AMDSpec score 8.9

12 Cores, AM5, AMD, Ryzen 9

+12 cores and 24 threads for multitasking workloads
+X3D model with extra cache for gaming
+Uses the AM5 socket for current-generation platforms
−Lacks integrated graphics, needs a discrete graphics card
$737.53
as of 11/04/2026 12:08 PST - Details
AMDSpec score 8.3

8 Cores, AM4, AMD, Ryzen 7

+3D V-Cache technology for larger cache
+8 cores and 16 threads for multitasking
+Uses the AM4 socket
−No integrated graphics, so a separate graphics card is needed
$469.99
as of 11/04/2026 12:07 PST - Details
AMDSpec score 8.0

6 Cores, AM4, AMD, Ryzen 5

+6 cores and 12 threads
+Unlocked for manual overclocking
+Uses the AM4 socket
−Older Zen generation than current Ryzen 5 models
$180.00
as of 11/04/2026 12:07 PST - Details
AMDSpec score 8.0

6 Cores, AM4, 105W, AMD

+Six cores and twelve threads for multitasking
+Includes 3D V-Cache technology
+Boost clock up to 4.9 GHz
−Heatsink not included with the boxed processor
$219.99
as of 11/04/2026 00:11 PST - Details
AMDSpec score 9.5

16 Cores, AM4, AMD, Ryzen 9

+16 cores and 32 threads for heavy workloads
+Unlocked for manual overclocking
+AM4 socket uses an older platform
−AM4 socket is an older platform
No price recorded yet.
AMDSpec score 9.5

16 Cores, AM4, 105W, AMD

+16 cores and 32 threads for heavy workloads
+Ships without a cooler, so a separate cooler is needed
+AM4 socket uses an older platform
−No cooler included, so a separate cooler is needed
−AM4 socket is an older platform
No current price. Check it at the store.
AMDSpec score 8.0

6 Cores, AM4, 65W, AMD

+6 cores and 12 threads
+65W thermal design power for modest cooling needs
+Uses the AM4 socket
−Older Zen generation than current Ryzen 5 models
No current price. Check it at the store.
AMDSpec score 8.0

6 Cores, AM4, AMD, Ryzen 5

+6 cores and 12 threads
+Uses the AM4 socket
+Includes Wraith Spire cooler in the box
−Older Zen generation than current Ryzen 5 models
No price recorded yet.
AMDSpec score 8.0

6 Cores, AM5, AMD, Ryzen 5

+3D V-Cache technology for extra cache capacity
+6 cores and 12 threads for multitasking
+Uses the AM5 socket platform
−Heatsink is not included with the processor
No price recorded yet.
AMDSpec score 8.3

8 Cores, AMD, Ryzen 7

+Eight cores and sixteen threads for heavy multitasking
+Unlocked desktop processor for manual overclocking
+Made by AMD in the Ryzen 7 family
$317.00
as of 11/04/2026 12:07 PST - Details
AMDSpec score 8.0

6 Cores, AM5, 65W, AMD

+Six cores and twelve threads for multitasking
+AM5 socket for newer AM5 motherboards
+65 W TDP for moderate power draw
$206.99
as of 11/04/2026 12:07 PST - Details
AMDSpec score 8.0

6 Cores, AM5, AMD, Ryzen 5

+Six cores and twelve threads for multitasking
+Unlocked desktop processor for manual overclocking
+Uses the AM5 socket for current motherboards
$209.15
as of 11/04/2026 12:07 PST - Details
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AM4, AMD, Ryzen 5

+Built for the AM4 socket for compatible AMD motherboards
+Made by AMD in the Ryzen 5 family
+Second generation Ryzen 3 and Ryzen 5 model lineup
$125.98
as of 11/04/2026 11:10 PST - Details
AMD

AMD, Ryzen 3

+Runs at 4 GHz clock speed
+8 MB L3 cache for faster data access
+AMD Ryzen 3 family processor for desktop builds
$303.00
as of 11/04/2026 12:07 PST - Details
AMD

6 Cores, AM4, AMD, Ryzen 5

+6 cores at 3.6 GHz
+Uses the AM4 socket
+Sold as a boxed desktop processor
$270.85
as of 11/04/2026 12:07 PST - Details
AMD

8 Cores, AMD, Ryzen 7

+Eight cores for demanding multitasking workloads
+Made by AMD in the Ryzen 7 family
+Base clock of 3.40 GHz for steady performance
$179.54
as of 11/04/2026 12:07 PST - Details
AMDSpec score 8.3

8 Cores, AM4, AMD, Ryzen 7

+8 cores and 16 threads for multitasking
+Uses the AM4 socket platform
+Includes Wraith Spire LED cooler
No price recorded yet.
AMDSpec score 8.3

8 Cores, AMD, Ryzen 7

+8 cores and 16 threads for multitasking
+Unlocked for manual overclocking
+Includes Wraith Prism LED cooler
No price recorded yet.
AMDSpec score 8.3

8 Cores, AM4, AMD, Ryzen 7

+Eight cores and sixteen threads for heavy multitasking
+Uses the AM4 socket for AM4 motherboards
+Made by AMD in the Ryzen 7 family
No price recorded yet.

Compare specs

processorCoresSocketMakerProcessor lineSpec scorePrice
6AM4AMDRyzen 58.0No current price
16AMDRyzen 99.5$589.99
as of 11/04/2026 12:07 PST - Details
6AM4AMDRyzen 5n/a$104.99
as of 11/04/2026 12:07 PST - Details
16AM5AMDRyzen 99.5$629.99
as of 11/04/2026 12:08 PST - Details
6AMDRyzen 58.0$169.99
as of 11/04/2026 12:07 PST - Details
12AM5AMDRyzen 98.9$346.70
as of 11/04/2026 12:07 PST - Details
4AM4AMDRyzen 3n/a$86.90
as of 11/04/2026 12:07 PST - Details
16AM4AMDRyzen 99.5$404.95
as of 11/04/2026 12:07 PST - Details
12AM4AMDRyzen 98.9$599.95
as of 11/04/2026 12:07 PST - Details
12AM5AMDRyzen 98.9$737.53
as of 11/04/2026 12:08 PST - Details

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