Anticipation is building for AMD’s latest high-performance CPUs, the Ryzen 9 9950X3D and Ryzen 9 9900X3D, which are expected to hit the market in late January following their debut at CES 2025.
It’s an exciting time for tech enthusiasts, as AMD plans to expand its Zen 5-based Ryzen 3D V-Cache lineup. According to insider reports from the ever-reliable @AnhphuH, AMD is gearing up to release these new Ryzen 9 variations especially designed for gaming enthusiasts.
In a recent tweet from November 23, 2024, Hoang Anh Phu gave us all a teaser with a simple update: “Late Jan – X3D 🚀✅ 16C✅ 12C”.
The existing AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D has already made waves, earning its place as a top seller across numerous retailers. Building on this momentum, AMD is set to introduce the Ryzen 9 9950X3D and Ryzen 9 9900X3D, which boast the same impressive second-generation V-Cache and full overclocking support as their predecessor.
Diving into the specs, the Ryzen 9 9950X3D is expected to feature 16 cores and 32 threads. Its architecture likely includes a single CCD V-Cache with 64 MB cache from the CCDs, complemented by an additional 64 MB 3D V-cache layer, culminating in a hefty 128 MB. Add the 16 MB of L2 cache, and you’re looking at a total cache of 144 MB. Meanwhile, the Ryzen 9 9900X3D offers a 12-core setup, maintaining a single-CCD V-Cache die but with 12 MB of L2 cache, resulting in a total of 140 MB cache.
While we don’t yet know the exact clock speeds or TDP figures for these chips, the existing Ryzen 7 9800X3D carries a 120W TDP, a boost from the Ryzen 7 9700X’s 65/105W. AMD could stick to the 120W for both new models or perhaps aim for a higher 170W. But in truth, TDP may not be the most critical factor here.
One of the standout features of these 3D V-Cache processors is their remarkable efficiency and low power demands, especially during gaming. Plus, any extra TDP allowance opens up possibilities for enhanced multi-threaded performance or overclocking adventures.
Here’s a quick rundown of the specs for AMD’s Ryzen 9000 “Granite Ridge” desktop CPUs:
| CPU Name | Architecture | Cores / Threads | Base / Boost Clock | Cache | Graphics (Integrated) | 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 you’ll note, the Ryzen series is packed with features designed to keep tech aficionados eagerly reloading their shopping websites. Which of these processors are you most excited about?
Finally, AMD fans and tech enthusiasts alike can be part of the buzz by sharing this news with friends on Facebook or Twitter. Stay tuned for more updates as we edge closer to these anticipated launches.
