AMD Ryzen 7 2700X 50th Anniversary socket: AM4
The AMD Ryzen 7 2700X 50th Anniversary uses the AM4 socket. It is a signed Gold Edition of the 8-core 2700X from April 2019.
- Socket
- AM4
- Launched
- April 29, 2019
- Cores and threads
- 8 and 16
- Default TDP
- 105 W
- Codename
- Pinnacle Ridge
- Segment
- Desktop
- Family
- AMD Ryzen 7
- Clocks
- 3.7 / 4.35 GHz
AMD Ryzen 7 2700X 50th Anniversary specifications
| Cores | 8 |
|---|---|
| Threads | 16 |
| Core architecture | Zen+ on 12 nm |
| Clocks | 3.7 GHz base, up to 4.35 GHz boost |
| Cache | 4 MB L2 plus 16 MB L3 |
| Default TDP | 105 W |
| Manufacturing process | GlobalFoundries 12 nm |
| Memory support | DDR4-2933, two channels, up to 64 GB |
| PCI Express | 16 lanes from the CPU, PCIe 3.0 |
| Integrated graphics | None (discrete GPU required) |
| Multiplier | Unlocked |
| ECC memory | Not supported |
| Package | AM4 uOPGA-1331 |
| Cooler in the box | AMD Wraith Prism RGB |
| Launch price | 329 dollars MSRP with game bundle |
Motherboard and chipset compatibility
AMD Ryzen 7 2700X 50th Anniversary needs a motherboard with a AM4 socket. The table shows which chipset series accept it.
| Series | Chipsets | Support |
|---|---|---|
| 400 series | X470, B450 | Works out of the box |
Board makers publish a CPU support list for every model. Check it for your exact board before buying. Chipset details for AM4.
AM4 at a glance
| Type | PGA, 1,331 contacts |
|---|---|
| Package size | 40 × 40 mm |
| Introduced | 2016 |
| Memory | DDR4 only |
| Cooler mounting holes | 54 × 90 mm |
What the 2700X Gold is
The Ryzen 7 2700X 50th Anniversary, sold as the Gold Edition, is an eight core, sixteen thread commemorative processor. AMD launched it on April 29, 2019 for 329 dollars to mark fifty years, with Dr. Su signature etched on the heat spreader and gold packaging. Clocks match the standard 2700X at 3.7 GHz base and up to 4.35 GHz boost.
Four megabytes of L2 and 16 MB of L3 back creator multitasking on Zen+ cores. The 105 W rating pairs with the bundled Wraith Prism RGB cooler with direct touch heat pipes. Performance equals a standard 2700X sample, since the Gold difference is cosmetic plus bundle.
The box added two games, a black T-shirt and a signed case badge besides the processor and cooler. Collectors pay premiums for sealed boxes with intact signatures. Gamers who open the box get a standard 2700X with keepsakes.
Socket and motherboard compatibility
The Gold chip fits AM4 wherever a standard 2700X runs: 300, 400 and 500 series boards with Pinnacle Ridge support. Most boards post it with the shipping BIOS. X470 and B450 are the period correct hosts with memory tuning.
One hundred five watts wants heatsinked power stages for sustained boost. Budget A320 boards boot the chip but limit all core clocks. Later BIOS builds on 500 series boards keep support for this generation.
The Socket vs chipset: what decides whether a CPU works guide maps AM4 BIOS behavior. DDR4-2933 is the rated memory speed on capable boards.
Memory, PCIe and cooling
DDR4-2933 in two channels up to 64 GB is the rated memory. Two 8 GB sticks at 2933 MT/s suit the era build. Faster XMP kits run where boards allow.
Sixteen PCIe 3.0 lanes serve a discrete card, since integrated graphics are absent. A 2700X Gold with a 2019 performance card and an NVMe SSD is the period gaming recipe. Chipset lanes add bulk storage.
The bundled Wraith Prism RGB covers stock operation with lighting controls. Tower coolers lower noise for streaming sessions. The CPU cooler compatibility by socket guide covers the AM4 mount shared with standard 2700X builds.
Upgrade paths
On AM4 the Ryzen 7 PRO 3700 adds Zen 2 efficiency on the same board, while Vermeer 5000 series chips add Zen 3 speed with a newer BIOS. Both reuse DDR4. Collectors usually keep the Gold chip sealed and game on a standard 2700X instead.
A platform move to AM5 brings DDR5 and current cores. For opened Gold builds, graphics upgrades matter more than processor swaps.
Frequently asked questions
What socket does the Ryzen 7 2700X Gold use?
It uses AM4 like the standard 2700X.
Is the Gold Edition faster than the standard 2700X?
No. Clocks and cache match at 3.7 GHz base and up to 4.35 GHz boost. The difference is the signed spreader, gold box and bundle.
What came in the Gold box?
The signed processor, Wraith Prism RGB cooler, two games, a T-shirt and a signed case badge.
When did the Gold Edition launch?
April 29, 2019 at 329 dollars for a limited time.
What cooler fits the 2700X Gold?
The boxed Wraith Prism RGB, or any AM4 tower for quieter boost.
Sources and verification
- AMD commemorates 50th anniversary with Gold Edition Ryzen (AMD press release)
- AMD Ryzen 7 2700X 50th Anniversary specs (TechPowerUp)
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