A Beginners Guide: How to Upgrade an AMD (Ryzen) CPU

Upgrading your CPU is a great way to increase performance in your PC when it comes to gaming, video editing or really any task you may be using your computer for; and compared to buying a new computer upgrading is considerably less expensive. If you have an AMD Ryzen system that uses the AM4 socket then this video is exactly what you need to learn how to upgrade your AMD Ryzen CPU. In the first part of the video we go over the physical removal and installation process, for those who are wanting some help with just that portion of their upgrade, and the remainder of the video is for beginners who are looking to upgrade their CPU for the very first time and are looking for information to help them choose a CPU that is compatible with their motherboard. I hope you enjoy the video and have a successful upgrading experience.

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0:00 – intro
0:58 – the first steps
2:42 – CPU cooler removal
3:12 – thermal paste cleanup
3 :33 – remove your existing CPU
4:18 – installing your new CPU
5:02 – CPU cooler installation
5:37 – thermal paste application methods
6:09 – important things to know when upgrading
6:49 – know your CPU socket
7:33 – AMD Ryzen & the AM4 CPU Socket
8:35 – AMD Zen 3 “Vermeer” CPU's
9:11 – Zen 3 “Vermeer” CPU's motherboard Compatibility
10:26 – AMD AM4 Motherboard Chipsets
12:24 – Ryzen 9 with A series motherboard?
13:42 – All AMD Ryzen CPU's are Unlocked
14:12 – Thanks for Watching! Like, Share, Comment & Subscribe! :)

Music in this video - "Flames" by Dan Henig from the YouTube Creator Studio Music Library

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Wanna skip to a particular part of the video? Use the Time Stamps. :)

Time Stamps
0:00 – intro
0:58 – the first steps
2:42 – CPU cooler removal
3:12 – thermal paste cleanup
3 :33 – remove your existing CPU
4:18 – installing your new CPU
5:02 – CPU cooler installation
5:37 – thermal paste application methods
6:09 – important things to know when upgrading
6:49 – know your CPU socket
7:33 – AMD Ryzen & the AM4 CPU Socket
8:35 – AMD Zen 3 “Vermeer” CPU's
9:11 – Zen 3 “Vermeer” CPU's motherboard Compatibility
10:26 – AMD AM4 Motherboard Chipsets
12:24 – Ryzen 9 with A series motherboard?
13:42 – All AMD Ryzen CPU's are Unlocked
14:12 – Thanks for Watching! Like, Share, Comment & Subscribe! :)

[Nut]

Be honest most of us did know how to do it but just wanted to be sure


Or maybe it’s just me lol

[lateralus]

Thanks for making this tutorial!
For some reason, I thought replacing a CPU was going to be a hassle (never did it before) but your explanation and step-by-step guide made it look really easy.

[josec]

Did anyone else get scared with the shock sound effect 😂😂

[dohnuts]

I just upgraded to an i7 10700k with a Asus 490. I wish I had a video like this a year or two ago when I got back into PC gaming.

[ethanschumacher]

I am upgrading from a ryzen 3 3100 to a ryzen 5 3600 in a week or 2 and this was pretty helpful, I liked and subscribed because you seem like a great channel, and reading comments, it looks like you have a good community

[KayanushPatel]

I learned a lot even though I've built and upgraded my own pc in the past! Great stuff!

[asfandyarkakar]

I was checking my notification regularly for this video ever since I watched the video about Intel Cpu's. I am overjoyed to have gained so much valuable information about Ryzen cpu and mobos. Btw each aspect of the video was beautifully explained. Flawless. Sir, You are doing a brilliant job in bringing those hard and difficult topics and making them easy to understand. Thank-you. #stayblessed

[HooksHollands]

I SO needed this "CPUs for Dummies" video, thanks!!! I'm trying to decide whether to get a 3950x or wait for the 5950x to be restocked, but I'm glad to know I could always upgrade to the 5950x without a new motherboard (getting an X570 mbo) if I want.

[voltageace]

I thought it was more complicated but ok then, its much simpler! Ty!

[Moraccruz]

Thank you so much this helped a lot, I will be upgrading from a ryzen 7 3700x to a ryzen 9 5900x on my asrock x570 board in about a week so fingers crossed it all goes well!

[_BangDroid_]

I'm picking up my Ryzen 7 5700X next week. Currently I have a R5 2600 paired with an Asus Prime X370 Pro.
Yes that's right, X370 is now compatible with 5000 series CPU's which I'm stoked about! (Yes my BIOS is already updated to latest)
It's absolutely amazing the upgrade path that AMD provided. This Mobo is almost ancient and upgrading to a 5700X from a 2600 is going to be a huge boost!

[khall]

Simply the best video I've ever seen on AMD chipsets & CPU's. Bravo.

[breloominonion]

Thanks for the help. Bought a prebuilt with a 3700x over the summer and am looking to upgrade to a 5900x in the next couple weeks, mainly for Warzone and Cyberpunk

[stiingya]

Thank you! I upgraded the bios on an X470 and installed a 5950x and it's just so nice to see someone do it before doing the job. MUCH appreciated...

[josefshopovich]

I love your vibe man. You seem great. I learned a lot. Thanks!

[Dabbinfire]

I have a ASRock b450m/ac I have a Ryzen 5 2600. I recently bought a 5.5600x. waiting for it to come in the mail at the moment and doing research making sure I made the right choice I would have liked to get a bit better one but I just couldn't afford it.. hoping this swap will go smooth going to update the BIOS once it gets thank you for the video will definitely subscribe you explained everything better than anyone else I have watched so far. Thank you!

[aminar]

Well, glad to be one of the Elite Group Member 😆

[frosty]

Great video! All my years in tech and you taught me something new.

[billygames]

Just updated my x570 l aorus pro WiFi MB to the newest bios and I’m taking out my 3600 I sold just now and replacing it with a 5900x....I’m stoked!!! Also snagged a Dark Rock Slim to keep this beast nice and cool..👌🏼