CPU - AMD Desktop

Not sure which processor is right for you? Read our AMD CPU Buying Guide

The CPU (Central Processing Unit) or processor, is arguably the most important component in a computer. It's responsible for processing instructions and controlling the other components. Many CPUs include basic on-board graphics too so you can power a display without needing a separate graphics card. AMD's new performance Ryzen processors offer a wide range of models suited to different tasks and budgets. Low-end, dual-core chips can be had for £25 or even less, but are only well-matched to basic tasks, while high-end Ryzen CPUs are multi-core, high-frequency monsters that can tear through the world's most intensive software. Before buying, ensure you've got a compatible motherboard and a cooler that can take the heat.

AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO WX Socket TR5 Processors

AMD generation Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7000WX CPUs feature feature the Zen 4 architecture and improved performance over 3rd gen CPUs and up to 96 cores with SMT technology and so can process up to 192 threads in parallel. This makes these ultra high-end processors ideal for heavily multi-threaded applications such as video encoding and 3D rendering or running lots of applications at once. These multi-core CPUs support ultra-fast eight-channel DDR5 memory and with 128 PCIe 5.0 lanes can support multiple graphics cards and other devices such as NVMe SSDs, RAID controllers, sound cards and NICs. These high-end CPUs use the special Socket TR5 and require a motherboard based on the AMD WRX90 chipset. It is worth mentioning that a TRX50 chipset can also be used with Threadripper PRO 7000 CPUs, but the CPU will be limited to quad-channel memory and 48 PCIe lanes.

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AMD Ryzen Threadripper 7000 Series Socket TR5 Processors

AMD Ryzen Threadripper 7000X CPUs feature the Zen 4 architecture and improved performance over 3rd gen CPUs and up to 64 cores with SMT technology and so can process up to 128 threads in parallel. This makes these ultra high-end processors ideal for heavily multi-threaded applications such as video encoding and 3D rendering or running lots of applications at once such as gaming and streaming. These multi-core CPUs support ultra-fast quad-channel DDR5 memory and with 48 PCIe 5.0 lanes can support two graphics cards and other devices such as NVMe SSDs, RAID controllers, sound cards and NICs. These high-end CPUs use the special Socket TR5 and require a motherboard based on the AMD TRX50 chipset.

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