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AMD Ryzen 7 5700X, review: a cheap but high-performance processor

As you can see, this processor is quite similar to its “big brother”, the Ryzen 7 5800X, with the difference that it works at 500 MHz above its base frequency, has a TDP of 105W and costs about 200 Euros. plus.

Unboxing and external analysis

There really isn’t much to say about the packaging and physical appearance of a processor, especially since in this case it came to us without a thermal solution from AMD (which forces you to purchase a third-party heatsink).

AMD Ryzen 7 5700X

Yes, we can see an interesting detail, and it is that on the label that is sealing the packaging, AMD is already indicating that this processor does not have integrated graphics, and that we will need to have a dedicated graphics card in the system.

AMD Ryzen 7 5700X

Through a “window”, we can see the processor protected by a transparent plastic blister, allowing us to see the model contained inside first.

AMD Ryzen 7 5700X

The CPU looks the same as any other processor from this manufacturer. The upper part is completely occupied by the IHS, while in the lower part we will find the pins through which we can connect the processor to the AM4 socket on the motherboard.

AMD Ryzen 7 5700X

Having seen the processor, we are going to proceed to assemble it and put it to the test to see how it behaves.

Testing the AMD Ryzen 7 5700X

To measure the performance of this new processor and see how it behaves, we have used the following equipment (already used, on other occasions, for previous AMD analyses):

  • AORUS MASTER X570 motherboard.
  • 2×8 GB TeamGroup T-Force XTREEM ARGB DDR4 RAM at 3,200 MHz.
  • KIOXIA Exceria Pro 2TB NVMe SSD.
  • Nfortec Aegir X heatsink.
  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER.

As an operating system we have used Windows 11 Pro, logically updated with all the patches published up to the date of this analysis.

The first thing we have done has been to execute CPU-Z to be able to know all the details of the processor, as well as the rest of the specifications of the test equipment. In addition, we have taken advantage of this tool to make a first benchmark to measure the performance of the CPU both when using a single core and when working in multi-core.

CPU-Z

As we can see, the performance that we have obtained with this first performance test of the Ryzen 7 5700X is slightly higher than that of the Intel Core i7-10700 processor, both in single-core and multi-thread mode, so a priori it gives us a very good feeling of what awaits us later.

To continue, we are going to see what result the benchmark gives us Cinebench R15with which we are going to measure the performance of the processor when rendering both a 3D animation and a 2D image.

Cinebench

The result obtained is frankly excellent and at the same time surprising, since the performance of this Ryzen 7 5700X is even superior to that of the Ryzen 7 5800X, which is technically superior.

Leaving aside the raw performance tests a bit, we are also going to measure how well the processor behaves when running games. And, for this, we have decided to use the tool 3DMarkspecifically the Time Spy test, since it is one of the most popular and uses DirectX 12.

3DMark Time Spy

The results obtained have been outstanding, and it is that, according to the estimation of the program (although we must always take it with tweezers), the CPU + GPU combination should be able to move Battlefield V at 1440p, in Ultra quality, at more than 80 FPS.

Leveraging 3DMark, we have also tested CPU profile, which is specially designed to test the load capacity of the processor. The results obtained have been, as expected, excellent in this regard.

CPU Profile 3DMark

We have also used this test to measure the temperature of the processor, verifying that it remains stable, throughout the benchmark, at about 60 degrees. And at no time did we find throttling, since throughout the test it was maintained at maximum frequency.

CPU 3DMark

Of course, it should also be noted that, during the tests of Time Spy in 3DMark, the temperature has risen a little more than expected, although it has not exceeded 70 degrees at any time.

Another of the programs that we have used to test the performance of the PC has been PCMark. Thanks to this software we can see how the processor behaves when performing all kinds of office tasks, from launching common applications to making video calls, browsing the Internet, and even working with huge spreadsheets or performing multimedia editing tasks. As expected, the results are excellent, so we are facing a great processor for all these types of tasks.

PCMark

To end the synthetic tests of this Ryzen 7 5700X, we have also put the processor to the test using a more modern benchmark: cross mark. This program also allows us to test the overall performance of the CPU when performing all kinds of conventional tasks, such as working on productivity, creativity, and even the response of the PC.

cross mark

The results are very balanced, similar to those obtained with PC Mark, which show that we are dealing with a great processor.

Working day to day with the Ryzen 7 5700X

Not everything is synthetic tests. How does this processor feel if we use it on a daily basis to work? Well, as expected, we are dealing with a CPU capable of running smoothly in all situations.

We will start with a normal use of the processor, that is, start the PC, open typical programs (such as Chrome, or Word), and use the computer normally. CPU response times are more than outstanding in this type of task, as expected. And, removing some load peak (when opening Chrome, or many tabs), the temperature remains at a minimum.

AMD Ryzen 7 5700X

If we demand more from it, processing video, or using virtual machines, that’s when we realize the virtues of this processor. The AMD Ryzen 7 5700X can do it all. And we have noticed a significant improvement in this aspect compared to the 3700X with which we usually work on a daily basis, despite the fact that it is an “equivalent”. Even the heaviest virtual machines, such as Windows 11 Insiders, are capable of running smoothly with this processor. Of course, at full capacity the fans begin to do their thing because of the temperature.

And, in terms of games, we are not facing one of the most powerful CPUs on the market for gaming, but within its price range, and especially compared to its Intel equivalents, we are facing one of the best options if we settle for it. with a mid-high range computer and we do not want the CPU to act as a bottleneck in the PC.

conclusion

Far from being the most powerful AMD processor, of course the company has been able to find the perfect balance between power, performance and price. We are facing a state-of-the-art processor, perfect for those who, without being too demanding users, want to have a powerful processor, from the Ryzen 5000 series, without spending a large amount of money.

As we have been able to verify in the performance tests, this is a perfect CPU to work with, even for demanding work, since it allows us to both edit photos and videos and run virtual machines with ease. Also, taking into account that we have used a 3,200 MHz RAM, we can even get a little more performance if we choose to use even more powerful memories or if we want to overclock the processor.

Of course, it is true that, although it will meet expectations, it is not a high-performance processor for games. If we are going to be demanding players, it is better to bet on a Ryzen 7 5800X, and even a Ryzen 9 5900, since the difference in performance (and price) makes its objective clear. But, as a mid-range or even mid-high processor, we are facing one of the best options on the market.

Moderate consumption, together with a suitable temperature, make this Ryzen 7 5700X a worthy successor to the classic 3700X. And a good opportunity to squeeze the AM4 socket before it goes out of print.

For all these reasons, we believe that this AMD Ryzen 7 5700X is worthy of our Gold award, as well as our recommendation for its excellent performance / price ratio.

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