AMD has confirmed details for the Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 processor ahead of its launch. AMD confirms details The company lists the official specifications on its website. The announcement for the product will occur on April 22 at 21:00. This timing aligns with the scheduled release date for the Chinese market.
The processor features 16 cores and utilizes dual 3D V-Cache technology. AMD sets the Thermal Design Power at 200W. The Package Power Tracking limit reaches 250W. This power limit stands 50W higher than the existing R9 9950X3D model. Public reports indicate the current R9 9950X3D can draw between 246W and 262W during stress testing. HWBOT tests show the new model reaches a maximum of 220W with default settings and an air cooler.
The overseas price for the Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 is set at $899. Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 AMD has not yet announced the price for the Chinese market. The processor will go on sale in China on April 22 at 21:00. Buyers in other regions must wait for official pricing confirmation.
250W PPT limit and $899 overseas price confirmed for April 22 launch
The new chip competes directly with upcoming Intel offerings. Intel plans to release the Core Ultra 400 series with Nova Lake architecture. Reports suggest Intel's top models will offer up to 288MB of bLLC cache. This capacity exceeds the AMD chip by approximately 80MB. Intel processors will use a different cache integration method that does not rely on 3D stacking. The Intel lineup targets the consumer market and utilizes a new LGA 1954 socket.
AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 Specifications
- Cores: 16
- Cache Technology: Dual 3D V-Cache
- TDP: 200W
- PPT Limit: 250W
AMD provides the core specifications and power limits for the Ryzen 9 9950X3D2. HWBOT and public reports supply the performance and power consumption data. The Chinese market pricing remains unconfirmed. The exact performance gains over the previous generation require further testing.
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