AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D
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Brand16
Cores32
Threads170 W
TDP4 nm
Process Size4.3 GH/z
Base Clock5.7 GH/z
Boost ClockDDR5
Memory Supportamd socket am5
SocketAMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D
Techinical Specs
Processor Details
Name
AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D
Brand
amd
Process Type
desktop
Release Date
Jan 6th 2025
Launch Price
699 $
Specifications
Socket
amd socket am5
Foundry
TSMC
Process Size
4 nm
Die Size
2 mm 2
Package
FC-LGA1718
Performance
Frequency
4.3 GH/z
Boost Clock
5.7 GH/z
Multiplier
43.0 x
Multiplier Unlocked
YES
TDP
170 W
Core Configuration
Total Cores
16
Total Threads
32
Hybrid Cores
N/A
Integrated GPU
Radeon Graphics
Cache
L1: 80 KB
L2: 1.00 MB
L3: 128.00 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 OD
- • Precision Boost 2
- • AMD EXPO
Most Compared CPUs
Based on actual user comparison data
AMD Ryzen 9 9900X3D
2025
4.4 GHz
12/24
120W
599$
Intel Core Ultra 7 265
2025
2.4 GHz
20/20
65W
394$
AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D
2024
4.7 GHz
8/16
120W
479$
AMD Ryzen 9 9950X
2024
4.3 GHz
16/32
170W
649$
Intel Core Ultra 7 265K
2024
3.9 GHz
20/20
125W
394$
Performance in Benchmarks
Cinebench R23
PassMark
Geekbench 5
Performance in Games
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AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D
Processor
$699
PCBench Rating in 2025
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AI Summary
AMD’s Ryzen 9 9950X3D delivers elite desktop performance with 16C/32T, Zen 5 efficiency, and 3D V-Cache, posting a leading PassMark 70253. At $699, it outpaces the similarly priced Intel Core i9-14900KS and even the Intel Core Ultra 9 285K in aggregate throughput. It’s ideal for high-refresh gaming and heavy creator workloads on AM5.
Pros
- Class-leading PassMark 70253 for 16-core desktop at $699
- Strong value vs Intel Core i9-14900KS ($689, 64530)
- Beats Intel Core Ultra 9 285K (67735) in overall throughput
- AM5 platform with integrated Radeon Graphics for basic display support
Cons
- High 170W TDP demands robust cooling and PSU
- Premium price vs capable options like AMD Ryzen 9 9900X3D ($599)
- No third‑party gaming results provided to validate 3D V‑Cache gains
- Non‑X3D Ryzen 9 9950X is cheaper ($649) and close in PassMark (66028)
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