Build your own AMD PC with AM5 socket
Want to build your own AMC PC? Choose a motherboard with an AM5 socket. This 5th generation socket supports DDR5 and PCIe 5.0. That way, you can make a powerful and future-proof AMD desktop build. Make sure that you use an AMD Ryzen 7000 or 9000 series processor, otherwise your PC won't work. On this page, we'll explain what to keep in mind when you're building an AMD PC with an AM5 socket.
Compose your own PC with an AMD Ryzen 7000 and 9000 series processor
The AMD Ryzen 7000 and 9000 series processors only work with an AMD AM5 socket. That way, these processors support DDR5, it's important to you have a motherboard that uses this DDR version. A DDR4 module doesn't work with a DDR5 motherboard, for example. Keep an eye on the performances of your processor and video card. If your video card is faster than your processor, your PC doesn't get the most out of your games.
Choose your processor
The processor is the heart of your PC. You can choose a Ryzen 5 for basic tasks, Ryzen 7 for photo editing and light gaming. and Ryzen 9 for demanding gaming. The X3D versions of the AMD processors have a larger cache memory, so a Ryzen 7 9800X3D performs better during gaming than a Ryzen 9 7900X, for example.
Choose your motherboard
On your motherboard, you can place all your component in a central place. Ensure that your CPU or RAM work with your motherboard. The B series motherboards are suitable for basic tasks and are less future-proof. The X series has more PCIe lanes and USB ports that are faster. That way, you can transfer data faster and connect your high-end peripherals.
Choose your RAM
With RAM, you perform tasks without delays. AMD 7000 series and 9000 series processors use DDR5 RAM. Which DDR version and clock speed you need, depends on the motherboard. Check this before your purchase.
Choose your processor cooler
A processor cooler actively leads away the hot air from your CPU via air or water.
Water guides warmth better than air, but an air cooler is easier to install. Choose a processor cooler with an AM5 socket, so you're sure that it fits in your motherboard.
Choose your video card
A video card provides detailed images and good performances. The power differs per chipset. For example, the RTX 5090 is suitable for 8K gaming and the RTX 4060 for QHD. Make sure that your processor and video card work well together. For example, if your video card performs better than your processor, you get bottlenecks. As a result, you get issues with your frames per second.
Choose your computer case
You install your components in a computer case. When you choose a PC case, making sure the housing supports the size of the motherboard and video card. The larger the housing, the more space your components have.
Choose your computer power supply unit
A computer power supply unit gives your components power. The more powerful the component, the higher the wattage of the supply has to be. A Ryzen 9 processor with an RTX 5070 needs a 750 or 850W PSU.
Choose your NVMe SSD
Reduce loading times with an NVMe SSD. With this SSD, you can store large games and start the battle right away. Keep an eye on the PCIe version of the NVMe SSD, so you can be sure that it fits in your motherboard. Want enough space for your games? Choose a 2TB storage.
Choose your case fans
Cool in every way: prevent your PC from overheating by adding stylish case fans.
Choose your gaming monitor
You can complete your setup with a powerful gaming monitor. With high refresh rates and low response times images appear smoothly on the screen. Prefer playing open world games? Choose a gaming monitor with a high resolution, so every detail looks razor-sharp.
This is what you need for a next-gen AMD build
Build a gaming desktop
- Choose components. The basic components are a processor, motherboard, and RAM. In addition, you need a video card for graphics and a power supply (PSU). You can save all your games and your operating system on an SSD or hard drive. You place all your components in your case. Provide proper cooling and suitable components.
- Choose performance. The components that you choose determines the performance of your PC. Generally, the higher the number, the more powerful. For example, an AMD Ryzen 7 processor is faster than a Ryzen 5, and an RTX 5090 video card is more powerful than an RTX 4080 video card.
- Build PC. When everything is delivered, you can start building the PC. This seems difficult, but it's not if you take your time. We'll explain how to do it in the video.
