AMD has confirmed that the Ryzen 5 9500F, an entry-level Zen 5 processor, will be available in retail on September 16, 2025. The chip is part of the Ryzen 9000 lineup and is aimed at users seeking a cost-effective processor for gaming or general computing.
The Ryzen 5 9500F features six cores and twelve threads, a base clock of 3.8 GHz, and a maximum boost clock of 5.0 GHz. Its cache includes 6 MB of L2 and 32 MB of L3, totaling 38 MB. The CPU has a 65 W thermal design power and does not include integrated graphics, which requires a separate graphics card for display output.
Pricing information from AMD lists the 9500F at ¥1,299 in China, which is roughly $181 before taxes. According to AMD’s internal tests, the processor provides an average 9% increase in performance in triple-A games and 11% in competitive titles compared with the previous-generation Ryzen 5 7500F. Some games may show slightly higher gains depending on system configuration.
Early independent benchmarks suggest the real-world gains may be smaller. Initial tests show the 9500F performing around 3.5% better than the 7500F in certain gaming scenarios. These results place it close to mid-range Intel processors in terms of gaming performance, although full reviews are needed to confirm consistent results across workloads.
There is some uncertainty about availability. While AMD’s official date for retail availability is September 16, some listings indicate early shipments in China. The SKU could be region-specific or might see rebranding in other markets.
The Ryzen 5 9500F is positioned as an option for users building budget-friendly gaming PCs without integrated graphics. It is expected to compete with Intel’s mid-range processors and could serve as an upgrade path for users moving from previous Ryzen 5 models. Full reviews and more benchmark data will provide a clearer picture of the CPU’s value and performance once it is widely available.
