AMD Ryzen 5 8400F Zen 4 Desktop Processor, 6 Cores/12 Threads, 4.2–4.7GHz, 22MB Cache, AM5, DDR5, PCIe 4.0, 65W, Discrete GPU Required | Tray Version 

133 $

EXPERT FEATURES

  • Exact Tray SKU — 100-000001591 : This is the AMD Ryzen 5 8400F AM5 tray processor, not its separately identified boxed or MPK versions. Cooler and retail packaging are not confirmed for this tray SKU.
  • 6 Zen 4 Cores / 12 Threads : Simultaneous multithreading gives six physical cores twelve processing threads for gaming with a discrete GPU, multitasking, and everyday desktop work.
  • 4.2GHz Base / Up to 4.7GHz Boost : A 4.2GHz base clock and up to 4.7GHz maximum boost offer responsive processing; achieved boost varies by workload, cooling, and system configuration.
  • 22MB Combined L2 + L3 Cache : The processor provides 6MB of L2 cache and 16MB of L3 cache. These are distinct cache levels, not 22MB of L3.
  • AM5 Motherboard Compatibility : Requires a compatible Socket AM5 motherboard. AMD lists A620, B650/B650E, X670/X670E, B840/B850, and X870/X870E chipsets; check the exact board’s CPU support list and BIOS revision.
  • DDR5 Dual-Channel Memory : Supports DDR5 UDIMM memory across two channels, up to 256GB as AMD specifies. Official maximum speeds are DDR5-5200 with two modules and DDR5-3600 in four-module configurations listed by AMD.
  • PCIe 4.0 Expansion : Provides PCI Express 4.0 with 20 native lanes in total and 16 usable lanes, according to AMD; actual slot wiring and device support depend on the motherboard.
  • Discrete Graphics Card Required : There is no usable integrated graphics processor. Install a compatible dedicated graphics card to obtain normal display output; motherboard video ports alone will not make this CPU display an image.
  • 65W Default TDP : AMD specifies a 65W default TDP and a configurable 45–65W range. TDP is a thermal design rating, not a fixed wall-power or maximum CPU draw figure.
  • Tuning Features : AMD lists an unlocked processor, EXPO memory overclocking, Precision Boost Overdrive, Curve Optimizer, and Ryzen Master; availability and stability depend on the motherboard, BIOS, cooling, and components.
  • NVMe Storage Support : AMD documents NVMe boot support and RAID 0 / RAID 1 capability. Confirm the motherboard’s M.2 slots, lane sharing, and firmware support for your specific SSD configuration.
  • Tray Build Planning : Pair this CPU with compatible AM5 cooling, DDR5 memory, an updated supported motherboard BIOS, and a discrete GPU. The manufacturer does not confirm an included cooler for this tray SKU.

EXPERT SPECS

Specification Details
Brand AMD
Processor Ryzen 5 8400F
Exact Product ID 100-000001591 (AM5)
Product ID Type Tray
Series / Family Ryzen 8000 Series / Ryzen
Form Factor Desktop
Former Codename Phoenix
Architecture Zen 4
Core Manufacturing Process TSMC 4nm FinFET
CPU Compute Die (CCD) Size 178mm²
Package Die Count 1
CPU Cores 6
Threads 12
SMT Yes
Base Clock 4.2GHz
Maximum Boost Clock Up to 4.7GHz
Boost Technology Precision Boost 2
L2 Cache 6MB
L3 Cache 16MB
Default TDP 65W
Configurable TDP 45–65W
Maximum Operating Temperature (Tjmax) 95°C
CPU Socket AM5
AMD-Listed Chipsets A620, B650, B650E, X670, X670E, B840, B850, X870, X870E
System RAM Type DDR5 UDIMM
Memory Channels 2
Maximum Memory Capacity 256GB
Maximum DDR5 Speed: 2×1R / 2×2R DDR5-5200
Maximum DDR5 Speed: 4×1R / 4×2R DDR5-3600
PCI Express Version PCIe 4.0
Native PCIe Lanes 20 total / 16 usable
NVMe Support Boot, RAID 0, RAID 1
Graphics Discrete graphics card required; no usable integrated GPU
AMD SmartAccess Memory Available
Native USB 4 (40Gbps) Capability 2 (board implementation varies)
Native USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps) Capability 2 (board implementation varies)
Native USB 2.0 (480Mbps) Capability 1 (board implementation varies)
Unlocked for Overclocking Yes
AMD EXPO Memory Overclocking Yes
Precision Boost Overdrive Yes
Curve Optimizer Voltage Offsets Yes
AMD Ryzen Master Support Yes
Instruction Set x86-64
Supported Instruction Extensions AES, AMD-V, AVX, AVX2, AVX-512, FMA3, MMX-plus, SHA, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, SSE4A, x86-64
Security AMD Enhanced Virus Protection (NX bit)
Manufacturer-Listed OS Support Windows 11 64-bit; Windows 10 64-bit; RHEL x86 64-bit; Ubuntu x86 64-bit

Features & Compatibility

AMD-RYZ-8400F-TRAY

AMD RYZEN 5 8400F AM5 CPU *TRAY*

AMD Ryzen 5 8400F Zen 4 Desktop Processor, 6 Cores/12 Threads, 4.2–4.7GHz, 22MB Cache, AM5, DDR5, PCIe 4.0, 65W, Discrete GPU Required | Tray Version