16-Core Zen 5 Processing
The Ryzen 9 9950X combines 16 cores and 32 threads with AMD Zen 5 architecture for a high-end desktop CPU configuration.
Updated 4 months ago
AMD
AMD Ryzen 9 9950X
The 16-core flagship of the new Zen 5 (9000 series) lineup, offering the highest single-threaded performance in the Ryzen family.
$499.99
CategoryComputer Processors
Product Highlights
The most important capabilities and tradeoffs at a glance.
AM5 Platform with DDR5 and PCIe 5.0
AM5 socket support pairs with DDR5 memory compatibility and PCIe 5.0 connectivity for current desktop platform features.
Unlocked with Integrated Radeon Graphics
Unlocked multiplier overclocking is supported, and integrated AMD Radeon Graphics are included on the processor.
The AMD Ryzen 9 9950X is a boxed desktop CPU based on AMD Zen 5 architecture, featuring 16 cores, 32 threads, AM5 socket compatibility, DDR5 memory support, PCIe 5.0 connectivity, and integrated AMD Radeon Graphics; it has a 4.3 GHz base clock, up to 5.7 GHz max boost, and a 170W default TDP.
Media Reviews
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PCMag4.5/5
AMD Ryzen 9 9950X - Review 2024
The processor is praised for its strong 16-core multithreaded performance that competes effectively with Intel's Core i9 CPUs, ultimately earning an Editors' Choice award as a top consumer desktop processor.
Michael Justin Allen Sexton
KitGuru7.5/10
AMD Ryzen 9 9950X Review
The reviewer notes that while performance is improved over Zen 4 with better power efficiency, the architecture feels like a refinement rather than a major leap, leading to a respectable but somewhat underwhelming impression.
Leo Waldock
PC Guide4/5
AMD Ryzen 9 9950X review - A flagship worthy of the name
The reviewer concludes it is a powerful, stable flagship CPU that successfully avoids some of the performance-limiting efficiency trade-offs seen in other 9000-series parts, despite its high price.
PC Guide Editorial Team
TweakTown88/100
AMD Ryzen 9 9950X CPU Review - Top Dog Zen 5 Tested
The reviewer identifies it as AMD's best consumer CPU to date for handling heavy workloads efficiently, though it is noted that the performance improvement over Zen 4 is not a significant leap.
TweakTown Editorial Team
Video Analysis
Product walkthroughs, comparisons, and long-form video reviews.
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Gamers Nexus · youtube
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ShortCircuit · youtube
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Gamers Nexus · youtube
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Hardware Unboxed · youtube
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Level1Techs · youtube
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Attributes
Detailed specifications and product characteristics.
ArchitectureZen 5
Base Clock4.3
Base Clock Speed(GHz)4.3 GHz
Cache L364
Cache Size(MB)80 MB
Capacity256
Compatibility['AM5 socket', 'DDR5 UDIMM', 'PCIe 5.0', 'Supporting chipsets: A620, B650, B650E, B840, B850, X670, X670E, X870, X870E', '2-channel memory support']
Component TypeCPU
Core Count(cores)16 cores
Cpu Cooler IncludedFalse
Cpu Microarchitecture GenerationAMD Zen 5
Cpu SocketAM5
Form FactorDesktops (boxed processor)
Included CoolerNo
Integrated Gpu ModelAMD Radeon Graphics
Integrated GraphicsYes
Interface Standard['AM5', 'PCIe 5.0', 'DDR5 UDIMM', 'NVMe support (boot, RAID levels)']
Launch Date2024-08-15
ManufacturerAMD
Manufacturing ProcessTSMC 4nm FinFET (CPU cores) / TSMC 6nm FinFET (I/O die)
Max Boost Clock5.7
Max Boost Clock Speed(GHz)5.7 GHz
Max Memory Speed5600
Max Turbo Power230
Memory Channels2
Memory SupportDDR5
Memory Type Support1296
Overclocking SupportYes
Pcie Lane Count28
Pcie VersionPCIe 5.0
Pci Express VersionPCIe 5.0
Performance Spec['16 cores / 32 threads', 'Base clock: 4.3 GHz', 'Max boost: up to 5.7 GHz', 'Default TDP: 170W', 'AMD Precision Boost 2', 'PCIe 5.0 connection (28 total / 24 usable lanes)', 'Native USB: USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps) x4 and USB 2.0 x1', 'Integrated graphics: AMD Radeon Graphics (2 cores, up to 2200 MHz)']
Power Requirements170
Price(USD)499.99 USD
Process NodeTSMC 4nm
SocketAM5
Tdp Processor Base Power170
Thermal Design['Max operating temperature (Tjmax): 95°C']
Thermal Design Power(W)170 W
Thread Count(threads)32 threads
Unlocked Multiplier OverclockingTrue
Warranty Period36
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