AMD Ryzen AM4 Processors

Because Not Everyone Needs to Remortgage for a CPU


Looking for serious performance without the ‘sell-a-kidney’ price tag? Welcome to the world of AMD Ryzen AM4 processors. Read More

  1. AMD Ryzen 5 5600X CPU Six Core 3.7GHz Processor Socket AM4 - Retail
    AMD Ryzen 5 5600X CPU Six Core 3.7GHz Processor Socket AM4 - Retail
    £119.99 £99.99
    In stock
  2. AMD Ryzen 3 3200G CPU Quad Core 3.6GHz Processor with VEGA 8 Graphics Socket AM4 - Retail
    AMD Ryzen 3 3200G CPU Quad Core 3.6GHz Processor with VEGA 8 Graphics Socket AM4 - Retail
    Special Price £64.95 £54.12 was £74.99
    In stock
  3. AMD Ryzen 9 5900X CPU Twelve Core 3.7GHz Processor Socket AM4 - Retail
    AMD Ryzen 9 5900X CPU Twelve Core 3.7GHz Processor Socket AM4 - Retail
    £234.95 £195.79
    In stock
  4. AMD Ryzen 5 5600G Six Core 4.4GHz CPU Radeon VEGA 7 Graphics Processor Socket AM4
    AMD Ryzen 5 5600G Six Core 4.4GHz CPU Radeon VEGA 7 Graphics Processor Socket AM4
    £132.95 £110.79
    In stock
  5. AMD Ryzen 7 5800X CPU Eight Core 3.8GHz Processor Socket AM4 - Retail
    AMD Ryzen 7 5800X CPU Eight Core 3.8GHz Processor Socket AM4 - Retail
    £149.95 £124.96
    In stock
  6. AMD Ryzen 7 5700G Eight Core 4.6GHz CPU Radeon VEGA 8 Graphics Processor Socket AM4
    AMD Ryzen 7 5700G Eight Core 4.6GHz CPU Radeon VEGA 8 Graphics Processor Socket AM4
    Special Price £155.95 £129.96 was £174.95
    In stock
  7. AMD Ryzen 9 5950X CPU Sixteen Core 3.4GHz Processor Socket AM4 - Retail
    AMD Ryzen 9 5950X CPU Sixteen Core 3.4GHz Processor Socket AM4 - Retail
    £299.95 £249.96
    In stock
  8. AMD Ryzen 5 4500 CPU Six Core 3.6GHz Processor Socket AM4 - Retail
    AMD Ryzen 5 4500 CPU Six Core 3.6GHz Processor Socket AM4 - Retail
    Special Price £59.95 £49.96 was £82.95
    In stock
  9. AMD Ryzen 3 4100 CPU Quad Core 3.8GHz Processor Socket AM4 - Retail
    AMD Ryzen 3 4100 CPU Quad Core 3.8GHz Processor Socket AM4 - Retail
    £59.95 £49.96
    In stock
  10. AMD Ryzen 5 5600 CPU Six Core 3.5GHz Processor Socket AM4 - Retail
    AMD Ryzen 5 5600 CPU Six Core 3.5GHz Processor Socket AM4 - Retail
    £109.99 £91.66
    In stock
  11. AMD Ryzen 7 5700X CPU Eight Core 3.4GHz Processor Socket AM4 - Retail
    AMD Ryzen 7 5700X CPU Eight Core 3.4GHz Processor Socket AM4 - Retail
    £153.95 £128.29
    In stock
  12. AMD Ryzen 5 5500 CPU Six Core 3.6GHz Processor Socket AM4 - Retail
    AMD Ryzen 5 5500 CPU Six Core 3.6GHz Processor Socket AM4 - Retail
    £79.95 £66.62
    In stock
  13. AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT CPU Eight Core 4.8GHz Processor Socket AM4 - RETAIL
    AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT CPU Eight Core 4.8GHz Processor Socket AM4 - RETAIL
    £179.95 £149.96
    In stock
  14. AMD Ryzen 9 5900XT CPU Sixteen Core 4.8GHz Processor Socket AM4 - RETAIL
    AMD Ryzen 9 5900XT CPU Sixteen Core 4.8GHz Processor Socket AM4 - RETAIL
    £344.95 £287.46
    In stock
  15. AMD Ryzen 5 5500GT 6 Core 4.4GHz AM4 CPU with AMD Radeon Graphics - 100-100001489BOX
    AMD Ryzen 5 5500GT 6 Core 4.4GHz AM4 CPU with AMD Radeon Graphics - 100-100001489BOX
    £112.95 £94.12
    Out of stock
  16. AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT 6 Core 4.6GHz AM4 CPU with AMD Radeon Graphics - 100-100001488BOX
    AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT 6 Core 4.6GHz AM4 CPU with AMD Radeon Graphics - 100-100001488BOX
    £120.95 £100.79
    In stock
  17. AMD Ryzen 3 4300G Quad Core 4.0Ghz Turbo APU Retail - 100-100000144BOX
    AMD Ryzen 3 4300G Quad Core 4.0Ghz Turbo APU Retail - 100-100000144BOX
    Special Price £81.95 £68.29 was £99.95
    In stock
  18. AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D 8 Core 4.1GHz AM4 CPU - 100-100001503WOF
    AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D 8 Core 4.1GHz AM4 CPU - 100-100001503WOF
    £232.95 £194.12
    In stock
  19. AMD Ryzen 5 3600 Six Core 4.2GHz CPU Processor - Retail
    AMD Ryzen 5 3600 Six Core 4.2GHz CPU Processor - Retail
    £81.99 £68.32
    In stock
  20. AMD Ryzen 7 5700 8 Core 4.6GHz AM4 CPU - 100-100000743BOX
    AMD Ryzen 7 5700 8 Core 4.6GHz AM4 CPU - 100-100000743BOX
    £138.95 £115.79
    In stock

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What Is an AMD Ryzen AM4 Processor?

The AMD Ryzen AM4 processor is part of AMD’s legendary Ryzen family, designed for the AM4 socket platform. That’s the bit your motherboard needs to support – no AM4 socket, no party. These CPUs range from entry-level dual-core models to high-end 16-core monsters, all offering impressive multitasking and gaming performance. Built on Zen architecture (Zen, Zen+, Zen 2, Zen 3), they’ve become a staple for builders looking for bang-for-buck brilliance.

The AM4 platform has been around since 2017 – yes, it’s been through more updates than your phone – and that’s a good thing. AMD kept backward and forward compatibility strong for years, making it one of the most upgrade-friendly CPU platforms out there.

Why Choose an AM4 CPU Over Newer Sockets?

Because not everyone wants to shell out for a new motherboard, DDR5 RAM, and half a dozen blood sacrifices just to play Cyberpunk at 60 FPS. The AM4 platform still holds up incredibly well, with processors like the Ryzen 5 5600X or the Ryzen 7 5800X offering excellent gaming and productivity performance – often at a lower price than newer models.

If you’re building on a budget or upgrading an older system, AM4 lets you keep your existing parts and still enjoy snappy performance and PCIe 4.0 support.

Best AM4 Ryzen CPUs for Gaming

Let’s cut to the chase – if you're gaming, you want cores, clock speed, and cache. The Ryzen 5 5600X is an all-time favourite for its 6-core, 12-thread configuration that hits the sweet spot for modern gaming. Want a little more oomph? The Ryzen 7 5800X or 5800X3D gives you 8 cores and game-changing cache size – especially in titles like Warzone or Elden Ring where frame consistency is king.

Whether you’re rocking a mid-range GPU or something more beastly, these AM4 chips won’t bottleneck your build. You’ll get great performance in 1080p, 1440p, and even 4K – provided your graphics card isn’t a potato.

Are AMD AM4 Processors Good for Content Creation?

Short answer: Yes. Long answer: Hell yes. With their multi-core performance and high-thread counts, AM4 CPUs are brilliant for editing, rendering, streaming, and multitasking. If you’re slicing 4K video timelines or juggling After Effects and OBS, a Ryzen 7 or Ryzen 9 AM4 processor will keep things running smoother than your last Wi-Fi connection.

The higher-end models like the Ryzen 9 5900X or 5950X offer serious core count firepower (we’re talking 12 to 16 cores) that outclass similarly priced Intel chips in multi-threaded workloads. So yeah, you don’t need to splash out on Threadripper unless you're building a mini Pixar studio at home.

What Motherboard Do I Need for an AM4 Processor?

You’ll need a motherboard with an AM4 socket – and no, not all AM4 boards are created equal. Chipsets like B450, B550, X470 and X570 offer different features, like PCIe 4.0 support, faster memory compatibility, and more robust power delivery for overclocking. Oh, and make sure to check BIOS compatibility if you're mixing newer CPUs with older boards – nobody wants a no-post nightmare.

Future-Proofing and Upgrade Paths with AM4

While AM4 is no longer the new kid on the block (AM5 says hi), it's still a rock-solid choice in 2025. AMD’s long-term support for AM4 motherboards means you can often slot in a newer CPU with a BIOS update. That gives you better upgrade paths than you’ll find with some “new and shiny” platforms that require all-new everything. So if you’re building a PC today and don’t want to break the bank on DDR5 RAM, new sockets, and motherboards priced like London rent, AM4 gives you a smart, stable platform with enough horsepower to last for years. You’re not buying a dead-end – you’re investing in a tried-and-tested ecosystem.