AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 Dual Edition 9th Generation Processors ( 5.6GHz / 16Core / 32 Threads )

The AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 Dual Edition is a flagship desktop processor built on AMD’s Zen 5 architecture, designed for enthusiast desktop and workstation users who demand exceptional throughput in cache-sensitive workloads. Manufactured using TSMC 4 nm FinFET process technology for the CPU cores and TSMC 6 nm FinFET for the I/O die, the processor integrates 16 cores and 32 threads across a three-die package, fitting AMD’s AM5 socket. The defining characteristic of the 9950X3D2 is its Dual 3D V-Cache configuration — AMD’s 3D V-Cache stacking technology is applied to both compute chiplets (CCDs), yielding a total L3 cache of 192 MB (2 × 96 MB). This is complemented by 16 MB of L2 cache and 1,280 KB of L1 cache, making the total chip cache pool particularly deep. This expanded cache capacity is especially beneficial for cache-sensitive workloads such as 3D rendering, simulation, large dataset compilation, and memory-bandwidth-intensive creative applications. In terms of frequency, the processor operates at a base clock of 4.3 GHz and achieves a maximum single-core boost of up to 5.6 GHz via Precision Boost 2. The default TDP is rated at 200 W, and AMD recommends pairing it with a 360 mm or larger liquid cooler for sustained optimal performance. No cooler is included in the box. The 9950X3D2 supports DDR5 memory exclusively, with up to 256 GB across two channels (UDIMM), and rated memory speeds of DDR5-5600 in dual-rank two-DIMM configurations. ECC memory is supported subject to motherboard compatibility. Connectivity is handled through 28 total PCIe 5.0 lanes (24 usable), four native USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps) ports, and one USB 2.0 port. NVMe storage supports RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10. The processor is compatible with AM5 motherboards using X870E, X870, B850, X670E, X670, B650E, and B650 chipsets, and supports AMD EXPO memory overclocking, Precision Boost Overdrive, Curve Optimiser voltage offsets, and AMD Ryzen Master tuning software. An integrated AMD Radeon Graphics unit with 2 cores at 2,200 MHz is included. The processor carries a 3-year manufacturer warranty. Verified Specifications: • Model Number: 100-100001978WOF • Architecture: Zen 5 (Granite Ridge AM5 – Dual V-Cache) • Cores / Threads: 16 / 32 • Base Clock: 4.3 GHz | Max Boost: Up to 5.6 GHz • L1 Cache: 1,280 KB | L2 Cache: 16 MB | L3 Cache: 192 MB (2 × 96 MB 3D V-Cache) • TDP: 200 W | Tjmax: 95 °C • Socket: AM5 | Process: TSMC 4 nm (cores) / 6 nm (I/O) • Memory: DDR5, dual-channel, up to 256 GB, DDR5-5600 (2-DIMM) • PCIe: 5.0, 28 lanes total / 24 usable • OS Support: Windows 11/10 64-bit, RHEL x86 64-bit, Ubuntu x86 64-bit • Warranty: 3 Years