AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D will have a similar clock to the Ryzen 9950X

A recent CPU-Z benchmark leak suggests that the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D will not feature the typical clock speed reductions seen in earlier “X3D” CPUs. These reductions were traditionally implemented to manage the heat generated by the 3D-stacked cache. This means the new chip will retain clock speeds similar to the Ryzen 9 9950X, providing comparable performance while incorporating the benefits of additional 3D cache.

The leak, shared by the profile @94G8LA on X (formerly Twitter), reveals that the processor operates with a bus speed (BCLK) of 99.79 MHz and a core multiplier ranging from 6.0x to 56.5x. This setup delivers an estimated boost clock of 5.6 GHz, which is just 100 MHz below the Ryzen 9 9950X’s maximum boost clock. This slight reduction is unlikely to cause a noticeable difference in real-world performance.

Key details from the leak also confirm the processor’s impressive specs:

• 16 cores
• 32 threads
• 64 MB of L3 cache (for a total of 96 MB with the 3D cache)

These enhancements are expected to significantly boost gaming performance, aligning with AMD’s emphasis on delivering high-performance CPUs for gamers and creators alike.

The Ryzen 9 9950X3D will reportedly have a 170W TDP and is manufactured using AMD’s 4nm process technology. This efficient node should help balance power consumption and thermal performance despite the high clock speeds and increased cache capacity. If these details hold true, the 9950X3D could be a compelling choice for users seeking top-tier gaming and productivity performance.

It’s widely anticipated that AMD will soon unveil its Ryzen 9000 “X3D” processors, with the announcement expected during CES 2025. As with previous X3D releases, these CPUs are rumored to feature architectural enhancements, increased performance courtesy of 3D V-Cache, and potential structural updates to refine efficiency and performance.

Speculation points to a January launch for the Ryzen 9000 “X3D” lineup, although AMD has not yet disclosed pricing or confirmed which models will be included. If the pattern from prior releases holds, we can expect a focus on high-performance CPUs tailored for gaming and productivity, with improvements aimed at maintaining AMD’s competitive edge in the processor market. Stay tuned for further updates as CES approaches.

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