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AMD CPU for Gaming

All processors

23 AMD CPU for gaming. Most cost $195 to $484, and half cost less than $372.

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 8.3

8 Cores, AMD, Ryzen 7, Yes

+3D V-Cache technology for larger cache
+8 cores and 16 threads for multitasking
+Integrated graphics for use without a graphics card
$372.00-17%List: $449.00
as of 11/04/2026 12:07 PST - Details
AMDSpec score 8.3

8 Cores, AM5, AMD, Ryzen 7

+X3D model with extra cache for gaming
+8 cores and 16 threads for multitasking
+AM5 socket supports the newer platform
$444.00-7%List: $479.00
as of 11/04/2026 12:07 PST - Details
AMDSpec score 8.3

8 Cores, AM5, 120W, AMD

+8 cores and 16 threads for multitasking
+3D V-Cache design listed
+Runs at 4.7 GHz on AM5 socket
−Sold without a cooler
$529.99
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
+Unlocked for manual overclocking
+Uses the AM4 socket
−No integrated graphics, so a separate graphics card is needed
$194.86
as of 11/04/2026 12:07 PST - Details
AMD

AMD, Ryzen 7

+Includes AMD 3D V-Cache technology for larger cache
+Made by AMD in the Ryzen 7 family
+Designed as a desktop processor
$484.00
as of 11/04/2026 12:07 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
$369.75
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
+Unlocked for manual overclocking
+Uses the AM4 socket
−No integrated graphics, so a separate graphics card is needed
No current price. Check it at the store.
AMDSpec score 8.3

8 Cores, AM4, AMD, Ryzen 7

+8 cores and 16 threads for multitasking
+Unlocked for manual overclocking
+Uses the AM4 socket
−No integrated graphics, so a separate graphics card is needed
No current price. Check it at the store.
AMDSpec score 8.3

8 Cores, AM5, AMD, Ryzen 7

+8 cores and 16 threads for multitasking
+Unlocked for manual overclocking
+Uses the AM5 socket
−No integrated graphics, so a separate graphics card is needed
No current price. Check it at the store.
AMD

8 Cores, AM5, 120W, AMD

+8 cores for multitasking
+3D V-Cache design listed
+Uses AM5 socket
$319.94
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
+Integrated Radeon graphics for systems without a discrete GPU
+Uses the AM4 socket platform
No current price. Check it at the store.
AMDSpec score 8.3

8 Cores, AM5, AMD, Ryzen 7

+Eight cores and sixteen threads for heavy multitasking
+Unlocked desktop processor for manual overclocking
+Uses the AM5 socket for current motherboards
No current price. Check it at the store.
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 8.3

8 Cores, AM4, 65W, AMD

+8 cores and 16 threads for multitasking
+Boost clock up to 4.9 GHz
+65W TDP for moderate power draw
No price recorded yet.
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
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.
AMDSpec score 8.3

8 Cores, AM5, AMD, Ryzen 7

+Eight cores and sixteen threads for heavy multitasking
+Uses the AM5 socket for current motherboards
+Made by AMD in the Ryzen 7 family
No price recorded yet.
AMDSpec score 8.3

8 Cores, AMD, Ryzen 7

+Eight cores and sixteen threads for multitasking workloads
+Ships with a Wraith Spire LED cooler included
+Made by AMD in the Ryzen 7 family
No price recorded yet.
AMDSpec score 8.3

8 Cores, AM4, AMD, Ryzen 7

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

Compare specs

processorCoresSocketMakerProcessor lineSpec scorePrice
8AMDRyzen 78.3$372.00
as of 11/04/2026 12:07 PST - Details
8AM5AMDRyzen 78.3$444.00
as of 11/04/2026 12:07 PST - Details
8AM5AMDRyzen 78.3$529.99
as of 11/04/2026 12:07 PST - Details
8AM4AMDRyzen 78.3$194.86
as of 11/04/2026 12:07 PST - Details
AMDRyzen 7n/a$484.00
as of 11/04/2026 12:07 PST - Details
8AM4AMDRyzen 78.3$369.75
as of 11/04/2026 12:07 PST - Details
8AM4AMDRyzen 78.3No current price
8AM4AMDRyzen 78.3No current price
8AM5AMDRyzen 78.3No current price
8AM5AMDRyzen 7n/a$319.94
as of 11/04/2026 12:07 PST - Details

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