Anticipation is building for AMD’s upcoming high-performance Ryzen 9 9950X3D and Ryzen 9 9900X3D CPUs, both featuring 3D V-Cache technology. These powerhouses are slated to make their debut following CES 2025, with a launch expected by the end of January.
Exciting developments in AMD’s Zen 5 architecture are on the horizon, as reported by the reliable tech insider, @AnhphuH. This time around, AMD is expanding its 3D V-Cache line with two new Ryzen 9 CPUs, specifically tailored for gaming enthusiasts who crave top-tier performance.
The Ryzen 7 9800X3D set a high bar in terms of popularity, becoming a bestseller at numerous retail outlets. Riding on the wave of this success, AMD is gearing up to introduce the Ryzen 9 9950X3D and Ryzen 9 9900X3D. These newcomers promise to carry the torch forward, incorporating the same second-generation V-Cache and full overclocking capabilities, all while maintaining the virtues of their predecessor.
Delving into the specs, the Ryzen 9 9950X3D boasts 16 cores and 32 threads. It is expected to carry a robust single CCD V-Cache with a total of 128 MB cache, including an additional 64 MB of 3D V-cache and 16 MB of L2 cache. Meanwhile, the Ryzen 9 9900X3D, sporting 12 cores, will offer a similar single-CCD V-Cache die with a total cache pool of 140 MB, including 12 MB of L2 cache.
Details on clock speeds and TDPs remain under wraps, but looking at the Ryzen 7 9800X3D’s 120W TDP could provide insight. AMD might continue with a 120W TDP for these models or possibly elevate it to 170W. Ultimately, the TDP serves as less of a constraint given the impressive energy efficiency of these chips. The extra power allowance offers potential for enhanced multi-thread performance and overclocking.
So, if you’re a tech enthusiast eager to get your hands on the latest and greatest from AMD, these upcoming 3D V-Cache CPUs could well be worth the wait. Keep an eye out for these cutting-edge processors, which promise to take gaming efficiency and performance to unprecedented heights.
[Here’s a quick look at the proposed specs for the upcoming AMD Ryzen 9000 series, dubbed “Granite Ridge.”]
As we count down the days to their release, let us know: Which of these CPUs catches your interest the most?
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