AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D Benchmarks Surface, Scores 42,413 in Cinebench R23 Multi-Core Test
As anticipation mounts for the launch of AMD’s Ryzen 9 9900X3D and Ryzen 9 9950X3D, early synthetic benchmarks from PC Build offer a glimpse into the performance of the Ryzen 9 9950X3D. According to a recent post on PC Build Facebook page, the Ryzen 9 9950X3D scored 42,413 points in Cinebench R23 multicore, slightly surpassing the approximately 41,808 points recorded for the Ryzen 9 9950X. In single-core testing, both variants delivered a similar score of 2,279 points, reflecting their identical clock speeds.
These results were largely anticipated, as the Ryzen 9 9950X3D maintains the same core clocks as its non-3D counterpart. The primary difference lies in its larger L3 cache—one of the dual Core Complex Dies (CCDs) in the processor features an extra 64MB of 3D-stacked cache (on top of 32MB per CCD), providing a total of 96MB on that CCD. This enhancement is expected to deliver improved performance in select applications and games that benefit from increased cache capacity.
In addition to Cinebench, the Ryzen 9 9950X3D was also tested using 3DMark, where it scored 17,234 points in the CPU Profile Max Threads test. This figure falls within the same performance range as the Ryzen 9 9950X, reinforcing the notion that, in synthetic benchmarks, the two processors are closely matched.
Key specifications of the Ryzen 9 9950X3D include:
Dual CCD Architecture: Each CCD houses 8 cores and 32MB of L3 cache, with one CCD incorporating an additional 64MB of 3D cache.
Boost Clocks: The non-X3D CCD can reach up to 5.7 GHz, while the X3D CCD tops out at 5.54 GHz—identical to the boost clocks found in the Ryzen 9 9950X.
Thermal Design Power (TDP): Marking a significant departure from previous 3D-cache models, this is the first X3D CPU with a 170W TDP, compared to a 120W limit in the prior generation.
Expected Launch and Pricing: Rumored to launch on March 12, with an estimated MSRP of $699. Its 12-core sibling, the Ryzen 9 9900X3D, is expected to debut concurrently at $599, offering an attractive option for enthusiasts seeking the best in both gaming and productivity.
In summary, while the synthetic benchmarks of the Ryzen 9 9950X3D suggest similar performance to the Ryzen 9 9950X, the enhanced L3 cache is likely to provide a tangible benefit in real-world gaming and memory-intensive applications. With a competitive price point and a robust set of features, the Ryzen 9 9950X3D appears poised to be a solid upgrade for users demanding high productivity and leading-edge gaming performance.
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