AMD Ryzen 9 9900X
Techinical Specs
Processor Details
Name
AMD Ryzen 9 9900X
Brand
amd
Process Type
desktop
Release Date
Aug 15th 2024
Launch Price
499 $
Specifications
Socket
amd socket am5
Foundry
TSMC
Process Size
4 nm
Die Size
2 mm 2
Package
FC-LGA1718
Performance
Frequency
4.4 GH/z
Boost Clock
5.6 GH/z
Multiplier
44.0 x
Multiplier Unlocked
YES
TDP
120 W
Core Configuration
Total Cores
12
Total Threads
24
Hybrid Cores
N/A
Integrated GPU
Radeon Graphics
Cache
L1: 80 KB
L2: 1.00 MB
L3: 64.00 MB
Architecture
Codename
Granite Ridge
Generation
Ryzen 9 (Zen 5 (Granite Ridge))
Memory Support
DDR5
ECC Memory Support
YES
PCI Express
Gen 5, 24 Lanes(CPU only)
Supported Chipsets
X870E, X870, B850, B840, X670E, X670, B650E, B650, A620
Features
- • MMX
- • SSE
- • SSE2
- • SSE3
- • SSSE3
- • SSE4A
- • SSE4.1
- • SSE4.2
- • AES
- • AVX
- • AVX2
- • AVX-512
- • BMI1
- • BMI2
- • SHA
- • F16C
- • FMA3
- • AMD64
- • EVP
- • AMD-V
- • SMAP
- • SMEP
- • SMT
- • Precision Boost 2
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Performance in Benchmarks
Cinebench R23
PassMark
Geekbench 5
Blender
Performance in Games
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AMD Ryzen 9 9900X
Processor
$368.59
PCBench Rating in 2025
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AI Summary
The AMD Ryzen 9 9900X delivers strong 12‑core performance at a mid‑tier price, excelling in rendering workloads with a 33 k Cinebench multi score and 454 Blender throughput. Its 5.6GHz boost yields solid gaming FPS, but the absence of 3D cache makes it slightly outclassed by the AMD Ryzen 9 9900X3D for AAA titles. Ideal for creators on a budget.
Pros
- Competitive 12‑core performance: 33 k Cinebench multi and 454 Blender, great for content creation.
- Price‑to‑performance ratio outpaces higher‑end rivals like AMD Ryzen 9 9950X and AMD Ryzen 9 9900X3D.
- High 5.6 GHz boost clock delivers strong single‑core gaming, competing with Intel Core Ultra 7 265K.
- Efficient 120W TDP keeps thermal headroom on AM5, aiding quieter builds.
Cons
- No 3D cache, limiting peak gaming FPS versus AMD Ryzen 9 9900X3D.
- Single‑core Cinebench 2232 lower than some Intel Ultra models, affecting cutting‑edge gaming.
- Requires new AM5 platform, increasing motherboard cost versus older sockets.
- Older Zen‑5 architecture may lack future overclocking features found in 9950X.
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