This processor is a Ryzen 9 7900 series chip.
This processor is a Ryzen 9 7900 series chip.
I've never encountered this before; I didn't realize it existed. Searching it up shows it's similar to the 7900X but with an extra cooler. Will that cooler work? It's really curious about this CPU and I might consider purchasing it.
Stock cooler works well for basic stock configurations, though it may become a bit loud when pushing hard. For high-performance builds like PBO and CO aiming for 7900x efficiency, consider the Thermalright Phantom Spirit 120 SE, priced near $40 and delivering solid cooling for its cost. Still, 7900 remains an excellent CPU choice balancing both efficiency and speed.
It seems like you're confirming something positive. This appears to be a solid option then.
The review covers the 7600-7700 and the 7900 non X by Hardware Unboxed in detail. It highlights the impressive features of the 7900 non X, noting its 65W power output. The author explains their decision to purchase the 7700X instead of the non X, since the latter wasn't available yet. They consider the 7700X a strong option, possibly even better than the cheaper 7700 non X if you're focused on gaming.