16-Core Design
Its 16-core configuration supports workstation-oriented desktop tasks.
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AMD
Ryzen 9 3950X
Influential 16-core Zen 2 desktop CPU still useful for workstation tasks.
General Information
- Brand
- AMD
- Name
- Ryzen 9 3950X
- Category
- Computer Processors
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$299.00Last updated: 11/6/2026
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Zen 2 Architecture
The Ryzen 9 3950X is built on AMD's Zen 2 processor architecture.
Workstation Utility
This desktop CPU remains useful for workstation tasks.
The AMD Ryzen 9 3950X is a 16-core Zen 2 desktop CPU that remains useful for workstation tasks.
Media Reviews
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Tom's Hardware
AMD Ryzen 9 3950X Review: 16 Cores Muscles Into the Mainstream
Editor’s Choice: exceptional 16-core value and mainstream performance, though cooling and overclocking headroom are concerns.
Paul Alcorn · Nov 14, 2019
PCMag4.5/5
AMD Ryzen 9 3950X Review
Outstanding prosumer CPU with excellent multitasking and content-creation value; gaming is largely overkill.
Chris Stobing · Nov 14, 2019
TechRadar
AMD Ryzen 9 3950X review
Recommended for heavily threaded workloads; gaming is well handled but cheaper Ryzen chips are usually sufficient.
Mark Knapp · Dec 25, 2019
TechSpot
AMD Ryzen 9 3950X Review: The New Performance King
An exceptionally strong 16-core option with outstanding performance and efficiency, though best suited to demanding workloads.
Steven Walton · Nov 14, 2019
PC Perspective
AMD Ryzen 9 3950X Processor Review: Worth the Wait
Unbeatable workstation-class performance and value; Intel remains preferable for gaming-only use.
Sebastian Peak · Jan 15, 2020
Video Analysis
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AMD Ryzen 9 3950X Review: Premiere, Blender, Overclocking, & Gaming CPU Benchmarks
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Gamers Nexus · youtube
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Ryzen 3950X Review & Benchmarks: 16-Core Dominance!
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Paul's Hardware · youtube
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Ryzen 9 3950X Review, The New Performance King!
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Hardware Unboxed · youtube
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AMD Ryzen 9 3950X Review & Benchmarks - The Intel Destroyer
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Hardware Canucks · youtube
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Attributes
Detailed specifications and product characteristics.
ArchitectureZen 2
Base Clock Speed(GHz)3.5 GHz
Cache Size(MB)72 MB
Core Count(cores)16 cores
Cpu SocketAM4
Included CoolerNo
Integrated GraphicsNo
Launch Date2019
Manufacturing Process7nm
Max Boost Clock Speed(GHz)4.7 GHz
Memory SupportDDR4-3200
Overclocking SupportYes
Pci Express VersionPCIe 4.0
Price(USD)211 USD
Thermal Design Power(W)105 W
Thread Count(threads)32 threads
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$299.00Last updated: 11/6/2026
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