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AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D

Reasons To Buy

✓ Fantastic overall performance
✓ Incredible gaming performance when using 3D V-cache
✓ Power draw isn't excessive
✓ Good thermal performance

Reasons To Avoid

✗ Expensive
✗ Only 8 of 16 cores can access V-cache, and Windows might not assign your game to one of those cores
✗ Ryzen 7 9800X3D might be a better value for gamers

Expert Reviews

I've reviewed three generations of 3D V-cache processors, and the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D is the best there is —AMD's flagship chip is the best processor on the market, hands down, but its price will set you back

The AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D is the best processor on the market, without question, thanks to its fantastic overall performance, nearly perfect gaming performance (with some caveats), and reasonable power draw, making cooling less of a hassle. Its price will …

By TechRadar · 5 months, 2 weeks ago
AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D Review —For as long as I can remember, I've had love of all things tech, spurred on, in part, by a love of gaming. I began working on computers owned by immediate family members and relatives when I was around 10 years old. I've always sought to learn as much as possible about anything PC, leading to a well-rounded grasp on all things tech today. In my role at PCMag, I greatly enjoy the opportunity to share what I know.

By PCMag · 4 months, 2 weeks ago
AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D Review: Stunning gaming performance meets top-tier productivity —16-core monster ties the Ryzen 7 9800X3D in gaming.

The Ryzen 9 9950X3D leverages AMD's 3D V-Cache tech to deliver incredible gaming performance while retaining nearly all of the productivity performance of the standard Zen 5 models. If you can afford it, this is simply the most powerful all-arounder …

By Tom's Hardware · 5 months, 2 weeks ago

Specifications

# of CPU Cores	16
# of Threads	32
*OS Support	Windows 11 - 64-Bit Edition Windows 10 - 64-Bit Edition RHEL x86 64-Bit Ubuntu x86 64-Bit
Base Clock	4300.0
CPU Socket	AM5
Default TDP	170
Form Factor	Desktops Boxed Processor
Graphics Core Count	2.0
Graphics Frequency	2200
Graphics Model	AMD Radeon™ Graphics
L1 Cache	1280.0
L2 Cache	16384.0
L3 Cache	128.0
Max. Boost Clock	5700.0
Max. Operating Temperature (Tjmax)	95.0
Memory Channels	2
PCI Express® Version	PCIe® 5.0
Processor Technology for CPU Cores	TSMC 4nm FinFET
Recommended Cooler	liquid_cooler
Supported Technologies	AMD EXPO™ Technology AMD Ryzen™ Technologies
System Memory Specification
System Memory Type	DDR5
Thermal Solution (MPK)
Thermal Solution (PIB)	Not Included
Unlocked for Overclocking	✓