AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D AM5 Desktop Processor — 16 Cores / 32 Threads / 5.7 GHz

The AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D is a flagship desktop processor built on AMD's Zen 5 microarchitecture and manufactured using TSMC's 4nm FinFET process node (Granite Ridge). It targets demanding users who need exceptional throughput for gaming, content creation, 3D rendering, and multi-threaded workloads — all from a single chip. With 16 physical cores and 32 threads, the 9950X3D sustains wide parallel execution across complex creative pipelines, compilation tasks, and simulation workloads. The processor reaches a maximum boost clock of 5.7 GHz, allowing latency-sensitive single-threaded applications to respond quickly while still delivering strong multi-core throughput. A defining feature of the X3D series is AMD's 3D V-Cache technology. The 9950X3D ships with 128 MB of L3 cache in total — a substantial pool that reduces main-memory round trips and keeps frequently accessed data close to execution units. This is particularly beneficial in gaming scenarios where large datasets repeatedly cycle through the cache hierarchy. The chip also includes 16 MB of L2 cache distributed across its core complex. The processor uses the AM5 platform socket, ensuring compatibility with current-generation 600- and 800-series motherboards. Integrated AMD Radeon Graphics are present die, providing basic display output without the need for a discrete GPU — useful during system builds or troubleshooting. This listing is an OEM Fresh Unit, meaning the chip ships without a retail box or bundled cooler. A compatible third-party or aftermarket cooler is required. The processor carries a 170 W TDP rating, so adequate cooling and power delivery from the motherboard are essential. Verified Specifications: • Architecture: Zen 5 (Granite Ridge) • Process Node: TSMC 4nm FinFET • Socket: AM5 • Cores / Threads: 16 / 32 • Max Boost Clock: 5.7 GHz • L3 Cache: 128 MB (3D V-Cache) • L2 Cache: 16 MB • Integrated Graphics: AMD Radeon • TDP: 170 W • Unit Type: OEM (no cooler or retail box included)