AMD Ryzen 5 8400F Processor

• Architecture: Zen 4 "Phoenix 2" (hybrid 2 Zen 4 cores + 4 Zen 4c cores)

• Cores / Threads: 6 cores / 12 threads

• Frequencies: base 4.2 GHz • boost up to 4.7 GHz

• Cache: 16 MB L3 + 6 MB L2 (≈ 22 MB total)

• TDP: 65 W (cTDP 45–65 W depending on OEM)

• Socket / Platform: AM5, DDR5 only

• PCIe: PCIe 4.0 from the CPU (Phoenix 2 config)

• iGPU: none (dedicated graphics card required)

• Cooler: Wraith Stealth included (boxed version)

Positioning & usage

• Entry-level AM5 for 1080p gaming with dedicated GPU and modern versatile PC (DDR5, AM5).

• Performance similar to a 5600/5500 depending on games/applications, but with the more recent platform (AM5) for future upgrades.

Strengths

• Current and upgradeable AM5 + DDR5 platform.

• High clock speeds (4.2/4.7 GHz) for a 6-core 65W CPU.