Top AMD Processors Ranking 2020

Despite the fact that each device installed in the system unit has its own processor, it is without a central processor that a computer cannot work. The central processing unit is the "brain" and "heart" of the computer and responds:

• for the management of computer peripherals. This is a USB flash drive, built-in speakers, a printer, a mouse, a floppy disk, a scanner, a webcam, a microphone, speakers, a monitor, a keyboard, a joystick, a steering wheel, a video card, as well as headphones, a modem, hard drives and other input and output devices, storage, and also I / O;
• data processing operations;
• the work of parts of the system;
• execution of program object code.

Now the best processor manufacturers are Intel and ADM. For a long time, Intel held a leading position, distinguished by high performance, economy and modern processor technology. Recently, it has become difficult to name the best company, buyers often get lost and do not know which company is better to buy a processor, since ADM has proven its devices well in all price segments of the market.

The editors of the site "mytop.techinfus.com/en/" have prepared for you a rating of high-quality processors from the ADM company, which contains only the best models chosen according to buyers' opinion. Also from the article you will learn:

• about other processor names;
• what the device consists of;
• what you should pay attention to when choosing;
• about the best models selected based on consumer feedback.

Other processor names

Above, two names were mentioned for the "brain" and "heart" of a computer - a processor and a central processing unit. In addition to these two names, the processor can also be called:

• a central processing unit, most often the abbreviation CPU or the English version of the CPU is used;
• central processing unit;
• integrated circuit;
• the electronic unit;
• microprocessor;
• a major piece of computer hardware;
• the main part of the programmable logic controller.

What is the central processing unit made of?

The CPU is a thin square plate with an area of ​​several mm2. Inside the processor, in a silicon package (often referred to as a stone), are logic circuits assembled using over ten million transistors.

The central processing unit consists of:

• From a control device (CU), which is responsible for organizing and executing programs, and also coordinates the connection of all devices of an electronic computer in the course of its operation;
• Arithmetic logic unit (ALU) - it is necessary to perform comparison and division, multiplication and subtraction, as well as other arithmetic and logical operations on data;
• The storage device is the internal memory of the microprocessor, which consists of a register and a cache memory.To save intermediate results and perform calculations, intermediate fast memory in the form of registers is used. And to swap data and commands from RAM, as well as to speed it up, the cache memory is used. The register and cache form the processor core;
• The clock generator produces electrical pulses that time the operation of all nodes on the computer.

Selection criteria: how to choose the right processor and what you need to pay attention to

Below are the main characteristics of the processor, on which its performance depends (also the main characteristics will help you make the right choice):

• Bit depth - expressed by the maximum amount of information in bits that can be simultaneously transmitted and processed. The bitness of the processor is characterized by the bitness of the register. For example, with a register capacity of 2 bytes, the processor capacity will be 16 bits (that is, 2x8). There are 16, 32 and 54 bit architectures. Accordingly, the larger it is, the higher the productivity;
• Performance is the average value of the operations performed by the processor per second. Also, performance is called computing power;
• The clock frequency is the time interval between the current pulse of the clock generator and the start of the next pulse. Clock speed is measured in clock cycles (MHz) per second. The minimum clock frequency is 40 MHz, the maximum is 3 GHz;
• The kernel is the part of the processor that is responsible for executing a single stream of instructions. It is necessary to choose one or another number of cores, based on the tasks that they will perform. The dual-core processor is suitable for surfing the Internet, gaming with minimal requirements, as well as office work. Quad-core with 4 threads - for standard tasks and games, with average requirements. The 8-thread quad-core will pull powerful games. Six and eight cores - Handles all highly demanding games and programs. A processor with more than eight cores is suitable for specialized computers;
• Simultaneous multithreading - recently introduced by AMD SMT. SMT stands for Simultaneous MultiThreading, which in translation means simultaneous multithreading, which is necessary for the simultaneous execution of different tasks. The principle of this technology is as follows: so 1 physical core is represented as 2 virtual or logical. And, accordingly, the place of processing of one thread is processed 2;
• Cache memory is a small number of memory cells that act as a buffer. The buffer is needed to increase the speed of the computer. There are 3 memory levels - L1, L2 and L3. L1 is located on the processor die and is the smallest in size and fastest in speed. L2 is also part of the crystal, the frequency corresponds to the frequency of the processor core. L3 is the slowest, but the largest in terms of memory;
• A connector, also known as a socket, is needed to connect the processor to the motherboard and further interact with it. Please note that the motherboard socket is suitable for a certain type of processor. Therefore, before buying a processor, it is imperative to find out the motherboard socket;
• Heat dissipation and energy consumption - depend on the production technology. The best energy efficiency and heat dissipation are promoted by the increased frequency, small size of the processor, good cooling system and load regulation system;
• Integrated graphics processor - is a graphics core built directly into the processor. This combination is used for a stationary computer, as well as for budget segment laptops. The integrated chip allows you to reduce the cost of devices, reduce the power consumption of hardware and create a compact hardware;
• The internal frequency factor is the result of multiplying the internal frequency factor by the reference frequency obtained from the motherboard;
• The technical process is the size of the transistors, the performance of the processor depends on them. The smaller size of the transistors makes it possible to accommodate a large number of them on the chip.

Review of the best ADM processors

A10 Kaveri

How much is	average price 5,000 rubles
Supports:	AMD64 / EM64T, Virtualization Technology
	SSE2, NX Bit
	SSE3, SSE4
Socket	FM2 +

The A10 Kaveri is a budget class processor ideal for office PCs. The microprocessor is represented by 4 cores with a clock speed of 3 700 MHz and an integrated graphics core Radeon R7 Series with a maximum possible frequency of 720 MHz. The processor is built on a 28 nanometer process technology and has 2 memory levels: 64 KB and 4,096 KB. The manufacturer indicated the maximum possible temperature of the device - 72.4 degrees and heat dissipation - 95 W.

• good enough built-in graphics core;
• low cost;
• low heating
• the presence of a restriction on the removal of heat power;

• at high loads, performance decreases;
• low power in single-stream mode.

Ryzen 3 2300X Pinnacle Ridge

Equipment	OEM
Socket	AM4
Kernels	Pinnacle ridge
Memory controller	built in
average price	6 250 rubles

Inexpensive processor with 12 nanometer process technology and 4 cores with a frequency of 3,500 MHz (maximum turbo frequency of 4,000 MHz) has quite good performance. Ryzen 3 2300X supports DDR4-2933MHz memory with 2 channels. The cache capacities are 96, 2,048 and 8192 KB. Typical heat dissipation is 65 W, operating temperature is 95 degrees. At 3,500 MHz, the processor stays cool enough even with a normal fan. Overclocking the device to 4000 MHz, you should be prepared for a lot of heat, and therefore an improved cooling system.

Ryzen 3 2300X supports Virtualization Technology, NX Bit, and AMD64 / EM64T.

• good enough performance;
• 12 nanometer process technology;
• moderate cost;
• good turbo frequency.

• when overclocked, it gets very hot. A good cooling system will save.

Ryzen 5 2400G

AMD64 / EM64T	supports
Virtualization Technology	there is
NX Bit	supports
Maximum temperature	105 ° C
Heat dissipation	65 watts
Socket	AM4
Kernels	Raven Ridge
Technological process	14 nm
Graphics core	R5, 1250 MHz
Memory format and number of channels	DDR4-2933, 2
Cache capacity (L1, L2, L3)	96, 2 048, 4 096 Kb
Price	1,325 (medium)

The Ryzen 5 2400G has four cores, 3,600 and 3,900 MHz, with SMT support and eight processing threads. The processor with an integrated graphics core Radeon RX Vega 11 and an unlocked multiplier is positioned as a gaming one. Of course, the Ryzen 5 2400G is not for high-demand games, but at the lowest settings the graphics chip will perform well. The maximum possible temperature is 105 degrees, and the heat dissipation is 65 W.

Ryzen 5 2400G is available in BOX and OEM configurations.

• good overall performance as well as the performance of the integrated graphics core;
• low power consumption;
• low heating temperature;
• unlocked multiplier.

• high sensitivity to RAM speed.

Ryzen 5 2600 Pinnacle Ridge

average price	10 350 rubles
Socket	AM4
Multiplication factor	34
System bus frequency	400 MHz
AMD64 / EM64T channels	maximum 16
Heat dissipation	65 watts
Working temperature	maximum 95 degrees
Instructions:	AVX, AVX2
	MMX, SSE,
	SSE3, SSE4
	SSE2

The game processor is manufactured using a 12 nanometer manufacturing process. The clock speed of each of the six cores of the Pinnacle Ridge is 3,400 MHz, and with Turbo Boost it reaches 3,900 MHz. Sufficiently high clock rates and 12 threads ensure high performance and efficiency of the CPU.

If you want a higher clock speed, you can purchase the Ryzen 5 2600X Pinnacle Ridge model, where the clock speed is 3 600 MHz, when using Turbo Boost - 4 200 MHz.

The Ryzen 5 2600 has 3-level DDR4-2933 memory, which is 96KB, 3072KB and 16384KB respectively. The maximum possible number of memory channels is 2; there is a built-in memory controller.The processor supports Virtualization Technology, NX Bit and AMD64 / EM64T.

The CPU supports OEM and BOX configurations. Customer reviews indicate that the cooler that comes with the BOX does not do its job well. Therefore, for better cooling, it is better to purchase a good fan yourself. So, for example, when working with the Gammax 300, the maximum heating temperature is 50 degrees, when working at minimum speed - 30-40 degrees.

• reasonable price;
• good overclocking;
• high performance;
• multithreading;
• support for installing old fans;
• excellent performance;
• little heat dissipation.

• weak stock cooler.

FX-8320 Vishera

average cost	4 260 rubles
Socket	AM3 +
Additionally	built-in memory controller
System bus	1 600 MHz, supports HT
Equipment	OEM
Commands	AMD64 / EM64T, NX Bit and Virtualization Technology

Inexpensive microprocessor designed for motherboards with AM3 + socket. The model copes well with demanding games and programs, showing high frame rates. There are 8 Vishera cores on board, with a standard frequency of 3,500 and a maximum of 4,000 MHz. The FX-8320 Vishera has a 32 nanometer process technology and 8 threads.

8 streams are supported. DDR3-1866 memory has 48, 8192 and 8192 KB cache capacities. The declared operating temperature reaches 61.1 degrees, and the heat dissipation is 125 W.

• fast acceleration;
• low cost with high productivity;
• competent energy saving system;
• cache capacity;
• multitasking;

• a powerful cooler is needed to keep the temperature low.

FX-8350 Vishera

Equipment	OEM
Socket	AM4
Kernels	Pinnacle ridge
Memory controller	built in
average price	6 250 rubles

The FX-8350 Vishera has 8 cores, but in fact there are 4. The clock speed is 4000 MHz, with Turbo Boost technology - 4 200 MHz. The technological process is 32 nm, threads 8. The model has a three-level memory of the DDR3-1866 type, with a capacity of 48, 8 192 and 8 192 KB. The processor handles multi-threaded work perfectly. An unlocked multiplier is supported to help overclock the CPU to 4,700 MHz.

• excellent overclocking result;
• excellent result with resource-intensive tasks.

• low performance in single-threaded mode;
• low energy efficiency.

Ryzen 7 1700

Maximum possible temperature	95 degrees
Typical heat dissipation	65 watts
The cost	on average - 13,230
Supports	Virtualization Technology
	NX Bit
	AMD64 / EM64T
Additionally	built-in memory controller
Socket	AM4

The Ryzen 7 1700 with 14nm process technology and 8 Summit Ridge cores is an excellent choice for both gamers and casual users who value high performance and low power consumption. The CPU has 16 threads and a clock speed of 3,000 MHz. Turbo Boost technology allows you to overclock up to 3 700 MHz. An unlocked multiplier provides overclocking potential. Supports DDR4-2667 memory type with 2 maximum possible channels. The cache capacities are 96, 4096 and 16384 KB.

Available in OEM and BOX configurations with stock cooler.

• excellent multitasking;
• spacious cache;
• low heat generation;
• unlocked multiplier;
• good voltage reduction potential;
• high productivity and efficiency.

• high requirements for RAM.

Ryzen 7 1800X

Memory type	DDR4-2667 with 2 channels
Price	from 16,200 to 28,590 rubles
Maximum permissible temperature	95 degrees
Maximum allowable heat dissipation	95 watts
Socket	AM4
Equipment	BOX

Ryzen 7 1800X is a powerful processor that can handle any complex task without difficulty, including all highly demanding games. The CPU is powered by 8 Summit Ridge cores with 16 threads. The maximum clock frequency reaches 4000 MHz. The game processor is built on a 14 nanometer process technology and has a three-level memory with a large capacity - 96 KB, 4 096 and 16 384 KB.

The processor supports a set of instructions such as AMD64 / EM64T, NX Bit and Virtualization Technology.

• great acceleration;
• high power;
• high quality solder;
• low heat generation;
• excellent performance.

• the processor needs high speed RAM.

Ryzen 7 2700X

PCI Express	16 channels
Support	NX Bi, AMD64 / EM64T, Virtualization Technology
average price	18 990 rubles
Socket	AM4
Equipment	OEM and BOX
Nucleus	Pinnacle ridge
Memory	DDR4-2933, max 2 channels

The top-end gaming processor has impressive features and is considered the best in the Pinnacle Ridge series. The octa-core CPU has a 12 nanometer process technology, 16 threads and 3 700 MHz clock frequency (with Turbo Boost - 4 300 MHz). SenseMI technology ensures the highest possible performance and efficiency of the processor, based on the needs of the consumer. And Radeon FreeSync will eliminate freezing and interruption of games, as well as distortion. The technology will provide the user with smooth frame rates and high performance. The cache consists of three levels, where L1 - 96 KB, L2 - 4,096 KB, L3 - 16,384 KB.

Ryzen 7 2700X performs well in multi-threaded mode. As for the single-threaded mode, this model provides much better results in comparison with FX. The declared typical heat dissipation is 105 W, the maximum temperature is 85 degrees.

• high multi-threaded performance;
• good indicators of single-threaded performance;
• SenseMI and Radeon FreeSync technologies;
• automatic overclocking;
• low heating temperature;
• Excellent value for money and quality;
• high productivity and efficiency.

• high demand for RAM speed.

Ryzen Threadripper 1950X

Equipment	BOX
The set contains:	documentation and processor in a plastic box
	proprietary screwdriver and mounts for waterblocks
Socket	sTR4 Threadripper
Kernels
Heat dissipation	180 watts
Temperature	68 degrees
average price	45,000 rubles
There is support	AMD64 / EM64T, NX Bit and Virtualization Technology

Closes our rating, the most powerful and expensive processor. Ryzen Threadripper 1950X runs on 16 cores and 32 threads. The clock frequency is from 3400 MHz to 4000 MHz. Quad channel DDR4 memory has error correction. The combined cache capacity is 96, 8 192, and 32 768 KB. The CPU is built on a 14 nanometer process technology and has 64 PCIe lanes.

The 16-core Ryzen Threadripper 1950X will provide:

• optimal data transfer rate and lightning-fast handling of high loads;
• quick access to large data sets and highly demanding video cards;
• good optimization and parallelization of the load.

• combined cache memory with error correction function;
• 64 PCIe lanes;
• good value at high power;
• high data transfer rate;
• high optimization;
• excellent result in work with parallelizable loads.

• a good cooling system is needed.

Conclusion

In our review, the best processors from different price segments from AMD were presented. Based on your needs, you can choose the best option both for office work, with low performance and cost, and for demanding games, editing and any other highly demanding tasks with the highest performance.

In order not to make mistakes when choosing, he advises you to seek advice from specialists. Enjoy the shopping!