The Ryzen 7 9700X, a 6C/12T “Zen 5” desktop processor that AMD launched for $359 SEP on August 8, is set to deliver up to 13% higher performance thanks to a new overlocking option that will allow users to increase the CPU’s TDP from 65 to 105 watts, according to Cinebench R23 multi-core scores that have been shared online. AGESA 1.2.0.1a Patch A, the BIOS update that was previously reported to include the TDP boost, is apparently in the hands of some testers already from manufacturers that include MSI.
Cinebench R23 score comparison:
- Ryzen 7 9700X (65 watts): 20,409
- Ryzen 7 9700X (105 watts): 23,153
The original word from @kuroberumo, including a look at the new setting on MSI boards:
Received new BIOS from MSI, with a new option "TDP to 105W" to increase TDP of Ryzen 9700X/9600X from 65W to 105W.
— kuroberu (@kuroberumo) August 28, 2024
Ryzen 9700X Cinebench R23 multi-core score :
65W: 20,409, 105W: 23,153. It's 13% faster. pic.twitter.com/mt9wh5AnJS
Official specs for the Ryzen 9000 Series:
| Model | Cores / Threads | Boost / Base Frequency | Total Cache | PCIe | TDP |
| AMD Ryzen 9 9950X | 16 / 32 | Up to 5.7 GHz / 4.3 GHz | 80MB | Gen 5 | 170W |
| AMD Ryzen 9 9900X | 12 / 24 | Up to 5.6 GHz / 4.4 GHz | 76MB | Gen 5 | 120W |
| AMD Ryzen 7 9700X | 8 / 16 | Up to 5.5 GHz / 3.8 GHz | 40MB | Gen 5 | 65W |
| AMD Ryzen 5 9600X | 6 / 12 | Up to 5.4 GHz / 3.9 GHz | 38MB | Gen 5 | 65W |
AMD on its new CPUs:
For avid gamers seeking the ultimate competitive edge, AMD Ryzen 9000 Series desktop processors deliver unrivaled performance, enabling smooth gameplay and high frame rates across a wide range of titles, from AAA blockbusters to esports favorites. Moreover, professional content creators can now harness the full potential of their creative workflows with AMD Ryzen 9000 Series desktop processors. From 3D modeling and design to animation and product visualization, these processors offer exceptional single-threaded and multi-threaded performance, enabling users to design, render, and iterate faster than ever before. Put simply, the flagship Ryzen 9 9950X CPU is the fastest consumer desktop processor.
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News post says 9700x is a 6C/12T part.
Further down in article it says it is an 8C/16T part.
I'm pretty sure the latter is true.
That said, not bad.
Some reviewers tested using PBO and suggesting removing power limits wasn't going to give that much of a benefit, but it seems there is something additional going on here.
"Zarathustra, post: 88710, member: 203" wrote:That said, not bad.
Some reviewers tested using PBO and suggesting removing power limits wasn't going to give that much of a benefit, but it seems there is something additional going on here.
PBO might give you another 10-15 watts.
This is a 40W jump. That's a lot of extra power, for AMD.
Meanwhile Intel over there like "105W? LOL....our sheeit idles higher than that!"
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Join Discussion →News post says 9700x is a 6C/12T part.
Further down in article it says it is an 8C/16T part.
I'm pretty sure the latter is true.
That said, not bad.
Some reviewers tested using PBO and suggesting removing power limits wasn't going to give that much of a benefit, but it seems there is something additional going on here.
PBO might give you another 10-15 watts.
This is a 40W jump. That's a lot of extra power, for AMD.
Meanwhile Intel over there like "105W? LOL....our sheeit idles higher than that!"