AMD’s top-tier Ryzen 9 9950X3D and Ryzen 9 9900X3D processors with 3D V-Cache are set to hit the market by the end of January, following their official launch at CES 2025.
Exciting news is on the horizon for gaming enthusiasts as AMD expands its Zen 5-based Ryzen 3D V-Cache lineup. A trustworthy source, @AnhphuH, has leaked information suggesting that AMD plans to unveil two high-performance Ryzen 9 options geared towards dedicated gamers by late January.
The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D has already made waves, earning a spot as a retailer favorite. Building on this momentum, AMD is introducing two more models in the Ryzen 9000X3D series—the 16-core 9950X3D and the 12-core 9900X3D. Both will inherit the impressive features of the Ryzen 7 9800X3D, boasting embedded second-generation V-Cache and full support for overclocking.
When it comes to specifications, the Ryzen 9 9950X3D packs a punch with 16 cores and 32 threads. It’s expected to feature a single CCD V-Cache with a substantial 64 MB cache combined with an enhanced 64MB 3D V-Cache, resulting in a total of 128 MB, along with a further 16 MB of L2 cache. Meanwhile, the 9900X3D, offering 12 cores, will sport similar V-Cache architecture and provide 12 MB of L2 cache, totaling 140 MB.
Currently, details about the clock speeds or thermal design power (TDP) remain under wraps. Notably, the Ryzen 7 9800X3D features a 120W TDP, which is higher compared to the 65/105W TDP of the Ryzen 7 9700X. AMD might stick with a 120W TDP for these new SKUs, or perhaps aim for something like 170W. While TDP can be an important figure on paper, what’s truly significant is the remarkable efficiency these V-Cache processors bring. Their power consumption in gaming is notably low, and they provide additional headroom for multi-threaded tasks or overclocking.
Here’s a quick overview of the upcoming Ryzen 9000 “Granite Ridge” Desktop CPUs:
| CPU Name | Architecture | Cores / Threads | Base / Boost Clock | Cache | Graphics | Memory Support | TDP | Price (MSRP) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ryzen 9 9950X3D | Zen 5 | 16/32 | TBD | 128 MB L3 + 16 MB L2 | 2 x RDNA 2 CUs | DDR5-5600 | TBD | TBD |
| Ryzen 9 9950X | Zen 5 | 16/32 | 4.3 / 5.7 GHz | 64 MB L3 + 16 MB L2 | 2 x RDNA 2 CUs | DDR5-5600 | 170W | $599 US |
| Ryzen 9 9900X3D | Zen 5 | 12/24 | TBD | 128 MB L3 + 12 MB L2 | 2 x RDNA 2 CUs | DDR5-5600 | TBD | TBD |
| Ryzen 9 9900X | Zen 5 | 12/24 | 4.4 / 5.6 GHz | 64 MB L3 + 12 MB L2 | 2 x RDNA 2 CUs | DDR5-5600 | 120W | $469 US |
| Ryzen 7 9800X3D | Zen 5 | 8/16 | 4.7 / 5.2 GHz | 96 MB L3 + 8 MB L2 | 2 x RDNA 2 CUs | DDR5-5600 | 120W | $479 US |
| Ryzen 7 9700X | Zen 5 | 8/16 | 3.8 / 5.5 GHz | 32 MB L3 + 8 MB L2 | 2 x RDNA 2 CUs | DDR5-5600 | 65W/105W | $329 US |
| Ryzen 5 9600X | Zen 5 | 6/12 | 3.9 / 5.4 GHz | 32 MB L3 + 6 MB L2 | 2 x RDNA 2 CUs | DDR5-5600 | 65W/105W | $249 US |
As AMD gears up for this exciting launch, gamers and tech enthusiasts alike are eager to see these powerful CPUs in action. Which of these chips are you most excited about? Let us know!
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