AMD Ryzen™ 9 9950X 16-Core, 32-Thread Unlocked Desktop Processor
The Ryzen 9 9950X is AMD’s most powerful consumer desktop processor in the Ryzen 9000 series, designed to deliver extreme performance for gaming, content creation, and demanding workloads.
Performance & Architecture
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16 high-performance cores and 32 threads for exceptional multitasking and parallel workloads
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Boost clocks up to 5.8 GHz deliver top-tier responsiveness in gaming and productivity tasks
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96 MB total cache (L2 + L3) enhances access to frequently used data and accelerates application performance
Memory & Platform Support
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Supports dual-channel DDR5 memory at speeds of 6600+ MT/s
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PCIe 5.0 ready and fully compatible with AM5 motherboards for next-gen system builds
Power & Efficiency
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175 W TDP with Precision Boost Overdrive and Curve Optimizer support for dynamic overclocking
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Fabricated on a 5 nm process for improved power efficiency and thermal headroom
Ideal Use Cases
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High-performance gaming at 1440p and 4K resolutions with consistent frame delivery
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Heavy multitasking, 3D rendering, content creation, and software development
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Enthusiasts and professionals building cutting-edge systems with long-term scalability
AMD Ryzen 9 9950X
Processor Overview
| Architecture | Zen 5 “Granite Ridge” (4 nm) |
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| Cores / Threads | 16 / 32 |
| Socket | AM5 (LGA 1718) |
Clocks & Cache
| Base Clock | 4.3 GHz |
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| Max Boost Clock | Up to 5.7 GHz |
| L1 Cache | 1.28 MB |
| L2 Cache | 16 MB |
| L3 Cache | 64 MB |
Power & Platform
| TDP | 170 W |
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| PCIe Support | PCIe 5.0 (28 lanes) |
| Memory Support | DDR5‑5600, dual-channel |
Integrated Graphics & Features
| IGPU | AMD Radeon Graphics |
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| Unlocked | Yes – Precision Boost Overdrive, overclocking |
