Now is the time to upgrade your AMD Ryzen gaming system

With the launch of the new AMD Ryzen processors, AMD's desktop processor product portfolio has grown significantly to meet the needs of almost any gamer or PC enthusiast, and our partners have also launched timely and sincere offers.

Recently, the AMD Ryzen team also brought an important BIOS update to our motherboard partners. Thanks to this update (AGESA 1207), nearly any owner of a 300, 400 or 500 series motherboard will be able to enjoy the plug-ready benefits of AMD Ryzen 5000 series processors, including the latest processors in our portfolio . To find out whether your motherboard supports the above BIOS updates, please visit the motherboard manufacturer's website.

The Ryzen 7 5800X3D is the first gaming processor on the market with 3D stacked cache, which allows for a larger L3 cache on the processor (96MB to be exact!), helping to significantly improve gaming performance. High frame rates, low latency, and immersive gaming experiences - if you're a hardcore gamer or PC hardware enthusiast, the Ryzen 7 5800X3D is the ideal choice for you, and you can buy it now through your favorite e-commerce channels!

So what’s new? Let’s highlight the key points:

The new AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D, which was recently launched on April 20, uses a new and revolutionary packaging technology, namely AMD 3D Vertical Cache (V-Cache) . The Ryzen 7 5800X3D combines the advantages of the Ryzen 5000 series processors, the "Zen 3" architecture, and the 7nm process technology.

The Ryzen 7 5800X3D is the first gaming processor on the market with 3D stacked cache, which allows for a larger L3 cache on the processor (96MB to be exact!), helping to significantly improve gaming performance. High frame rates, low latency, and immersive gaming experiences - if you're a hardcore gamer or PC hardware enthusiast, the Ryzen 7 5800X3D is the ideal choice for you, and you can buy it now through your favorite e-commerce channels!

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Another new product is the Ryzen 5 5600. It provides gamers with excellent value for money and is the "little brother" of the acclaimed Ryzen 5 5600X at a more affordable price. It comes with 6 high-performance "Zen 3" cores and 12 threads, perfect for running games at 1080p, 1440p or 4K resolutions. In comparison, the new Ryzen 5 5600 runs specific games at 1080p resolution 23% faster on average than the previous generation Ryzen 5 ³⁶⁰⁰ .

If you are planning to build a new system, or want to replace the cooler while upgrading, we recommend you to buy the Ryzen 5 5600 with AMD Wraith Stealth cooler. Such a sophisticated configuration and attractive price can save you some budget to purchase a higher-end graphics card or a larger SSD to further upgrade your gaming system!

Following the launch of the well-received 8-core 16-thread Ryzen 7 3700X, we are very pleased to see another "monster" with a power consumption ratio of 65 watts in our processor lineup. For users who use the system for productivity work and are keen on streaming or recording gaming sessions, their systems usually run multiple applications in the background, so the AMD Ryzen 7 5700X is a product worth buying. It can handle various multi-tasking situations with ease. The Ryzen 7 5700X is also an excellent choice for users considering upgrading to a small form factor (SFF) system. Its TDP power consumption is only 65 watts, which means it can run cool and quiet even during long gaming sessions, reducing the need for extreme cooling and power supply. And its performance speaks for itself!

I'm sure you are as excited as we are after seeing all of these new Ryzen 5000 series desktop processors and the incredible experiences they enable for users. So why should you consider upgrading your system now? One of our goals is to extend support for the AMD Socket AM4 platform as long as possible. Relying on the great architecture of "Zen", we are able to innovate each generation of Ryzen products and improve performance to a new level. At the same time, users can continue to use the AM4 platform, which has been used for more than five years .

This means that if you are currently using a 300 series, 400 series or 500 series motherboard, you can simply plug in any Ryzen 5000 series processor without adjusting any other configuration of the system. This also means you can continue to use your current power supply, graphics card, SSD, etc. In most cases, you can continue to use your existing CPU cooler. This not only saves you money, but also benefits the environment.

If you are considering upgrading, in some cases you may need to update the BIOS to the latest version with your existing processor before installing the new processor.

Has the motherboard BIOS been updated? Well! Next, you can install the new Ryzen processor you purchased. Upgrading your AMD Socket AM4 system with the new processor requires just a few simple steps.

Easy enough, right? One last tip: Before you start enjoying your newly upgraded gaming performance, you'll need to make sure you have the latest AMD chipset drivers installed. You can usually download these drivers from your motherboard vendor's "Motherboard Support" page, or find them on AMD.com's "Drivers and Support" page . Once you've done that, you'll be on your way to higher frame rates and more immersion in your favorite games!

Still wondering which AMD Ryzen desktop processor to upgrade to? Be sure to check our local e-commerce retail partners' websites for discount details and availability. Where to Buy | AMD Ryzen 5000 Series Desktop Processors | AMD .

In the meantime, for a detailed overview and comparison of the latest range of AMD Ryzen desktop processors, please visit our official website at amd.com and check the “ Model Specifications ” section of the Ryzen product page .

Whether you are currently using a Ryzen 1000, 2000 or 3000 series processor, upgrading to the latest Ryzen 5000 series processors is expected to net you double-digit performance improvements3 ^. Higher frame rates and lower latency will make your gaming system more responsive than ever, helping you run the latest and most demanding games with ease.

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End Notes:

1. The maximum boost frequency of AMD Ryzen processors is the highest frequency that a single core on the processor can reach when running bursty single-threaded workloads. The maximum boost frequency is affected by many factors, including but not limited to: thermal adhesive, system cooling, motherboard design and BIOS, the latest AMD chipset drivers, and the latest operating system updates. GD-150.

2. Based on AMD’s test results as of March 18, 2021, this is a performance comparison between the Ryzen 5 5600 processor and the Ryzen 5 3600 processor. Twenty games were tested with high game quality preset (or equivalent) at 1920x1080p resolution. Both systems are configured with: 2x8GB DDR4-3600, GeForce RTX 3080 graphics card (driver version 512.15), Samsung 980 PRO 1TB solid state drive, AMD Wraith Stealth and Windows 11 operating system version 21H2. Test results may vary. R5K-123

3. Based on AMD testing as of March 18, 2021, comparing Ryzen 5 5600 processor to Ryzen 5 3600 processor. Twenty games tested at 1920x1080p with High Game Quality preset (or equivalent). Both systems were configured with: 2x8GB DDR4-3600, GeForce RTX 3080 graphics card (driver version 512.15), Samsung 980 PRO 1TB SSD, AMD Wraith Stealth, and Windows 11 OS version 21H2. Test results may vary. R5K-123