AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D — Benchmarks & Specs
Bottom line: how fast is the Ryzen 9 9950X3D?
In Corona 10 it scores 15,361,284 rays/s, per AlkTech. Across all its cores it scores 41,619–42,423 points in Cinebench R23 multi, across three published results (Notebookcheck, PCGamesN, AlkTech).
Every figure above is a row in the tables below, and each row links out to the review or public benchmark database the number was taken from. SpecPicks aggregates published measurements; it does not report first-party benchmark runs.
Amazon listing: $664.74
*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated 2026-10-15. Price and availability subject to change.
Read the full comparison → Ryzen 7 9800X3D vs Ryzen 9 9950X3D: Which X3D Wins at 1440p in 2026?
The Ryzen 9 9950X3D is a processor from the Zen 5 (Granite Ridge) family released in 2025 from AMD. Key on-paper specs include 16 cores / 32 threads, boost clock of 5.7 GHz, 170W TDP. It launched with a $699 MSRP, though street prices typically diverge meaningfully from launch pricing — see the linked product cards below for current listings. Data on this page draws on 27 synthetic benchmark results (top 10 shown), 16 measured game frame-rate results (top 14 shown), compiled from AlkTech, Gamers Nexus, TechSpot, PCGamesN, Back2Gaming, Club386, Geekbench Browser, Notebookcheck, PassMark, Tom's Hardware, WCCFTech; each table row links to its source. Read this page when shopping the Ryzen 9 9950X3D, comparing it against other processors in your build, or sizing it for a specific workload (gaming at 1080p/1440p/4K or synthetic benchmark scores).
Gaming Performance (measured FPS)
Average and 1% low frame rates by game, resolution, and quality preset. Bars are scaled against the fastest result on this page.
| Game | Resolution | Settings | Relative | Avg FPS | 1% low | Test GPU | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Counter-Strike 2 | 1080p | Low | 482 fps | — | Not recorded | Back2Gaming 2026-04-22 | |
| F1 23 | 1080p | Ultra | 462 fps | 366 fps | Not recorded | AlkTech 2025-03-12 | |
| Shadow of the Tomb Raider | 1080p | High | 387 fps | — | Not recorded | AlkTech 2025-03-12 | |
| Final Fantasy XIV | 1080p | High | 373 fps | — | Not recorded | Gamers Nexus 2025-03-12 | |
| Hitman 3 | 1080p | High | 306 fps | — | Not recorded | TechSpot 2025-03-12 | |
| Cyberpunk 2077 | 1080p | High | 250 fps | 185 fps | Not recorded | AlkTech 2025-03-12 | |
| Cyberpunk 2077 | 1080p | High | 250 fps | — | Not recorded | alktech.co 2025-03-11 | |
| Cyberpunk 2077 | 1080p | High | 230 fps | 187 fps | Not recorded | PCGamesN 2025-10-09 | |
| Cyberpunk 2077 | 1080p | Medium | 219 fps | — | Not recorded | Gamers Nexus 2025-03-12 | |
| Cyberpunk 2077 | 1080p | High | 216 fps | — | Not recorded | TechSpot 2025-03-12 | |
| The Last of Us Part I | 1080p | High | 210 fps | — | Not recorded | TechSpot 2025-03-12 | |
| Starfield | 1080p | High | 171 fps | — | Not recorded | Gamers Nexus 2025-03-12 | |
| Starfield | 1080p | Low | 171 fps | — | Not recorded | Gamers Nexus 2025-03-12 | |
| Baldur's Gate 3 | 1080p | Medium | 155 fps | — | Not recorded | Gamers Nexus 2025-03-12 |
Synthetic Benchmarks
Higher is better. Bars are scaled within each benchmark family (multi-thread, single-thread, etc.) so you can compare like-with-like at a glance.
| Benchmark | Relative | Score | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Corona 10 | 15,361,284 rays/s | AlkTech 2025-03-12 | |
| PassMark CPU Mark | 70,212 pts | PassMark retrieved 2026-04-20 | |
| PassMark CPU Mark | 70,153 points | PassMark Software retrieved 2026-06-12 | |
| PassMark CPU Mark | 69,701 pts | WCCFTech 2025-03-10 | |
| Cinebench R23 multi | 42,423 points | Notebookcheck 2025-02-24 | |
| Cinebench R23 multi | 42,056 points | PCGamesN 2025-10-09 | |
| Cinebench R23 multi | 41,619 pts | AlkTech 2025-03-12 | |
| Geekbench 6 multi | 22,903 points | Club386 2025-03-11 | |
| Geekbench 6 multi | 22,548 points | Geekbench Browser retrieved 2026-07-13 | |
| Geekbench 6 multi | 20,465 points | Tom's Hardware 2025-01-06 |
Products Featuring the Ryzen 9 9950X3D
Systems with the Ryzen 9 9950X3D
Laptops and desktops that ship with the Ryzen 9 9950X3D — whole systems, listed separately from the part itself.
Full Specifications
| X3d | Yes |
|---|---|
| PCIe | PCIe 5.0 |
| Cores | 16 |
| TDP | 170 W |
| Socket | AM5 |
| Threads | 32 |
| L3 cache | 128 MB |
| Base clock | 4.3 GHz |
| Boost clock | 5.7 GHz |
Ryzen 9 9950X3D — Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Ryzen 9 9950X3D best used for?
When was the Ryzen 9 9950X3D released, and what was its launch MSRP?
Where do the Ryzen 9 9950X3D benchmark numbers come from?
How many cores does the Ryzen 9 9950X3D have, and how does it benchmark?
Where can I buy the Ryzen 9 9950X3D?
Buying guides that rank the Ryzen 9 9950X3D's class
This page is the raw performance data. The guides below turn it into a ranked pick for a specific build.
Editorial guides covering the Ryzen 9 9950X3D
In-depth SpecPicks reviews, build guides, and head-to-heads referencing this processor.
- Best CPU for Gaming in 2026: 5 Picks Tested
- Linux Beats Windows 11 on AMD's Ryzen 9 9950X3D2
- AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 on Linux vs Windows 11: Why the Penguin Wins
- DeepSeek V4 vs Claude Opus 4.6: Local Inference Hardware for the Open-Weight Challenger
- Best X870E Motherboards for the Ryzen 7 9800X3D in 2026
- Best Ryzen CPU for Gaming in 2026
- Best Gaming PC Build Components for 2026
- Ryzen 7 9800X3D vs Ryzen 9 9950X3D: Which X3D Wins at 1440p in 2026?
- Browse all SpecPicks reviews →
More guides & deep dives from the SpecPicks archive
Browse all articles & guides →- RTX 4070 Super vs RX 7800 XT — Which to Buy in 2026
- Best Retro Handhelds in 2026 — From $35 to $500
- Best Budget Gaming PC Build 2026 — ~$1,000 ($800 on Sale)
- Best 1440p Gaming GPUs in 2026
- The Complete Voodoo5 5500 AGP Driver Guide (2026 Edition)
- Emulation Hardware in 2026: FPGA, Software, and Cart-Reader Ecosystems
- How to Build a Windows 98 Retro PC in 2026
More reviews from the SpecPicks archive
Browse all reviews →- Jellyfin on a Ryzen 5 5600G: 4K Transcoding on a $400 Mini-Server (2026)
- Building a Local AI-Agent Eval Rig After AISI's Benchmark Warning
- Building a Period-Correct Windows 98 Gaming PC in 2026: Parts, Pitfalls, and Driver Archaeology
- Building a DualSense PC Adapter with a Raspberry Pi for $20 (2026)
- Best Plug-and-Play Retro Gaming Consoles in 2026: 5 Picks
- Best Budget SSD for PS5 and Steam Download Cache in 2026
- Steam Deck OLED vs Legion Go S: 2026 Comparison
- Best GPU for Llama 3.1 70B (2026)
- Build a Raspberry Pi Retro Handheld in 2026: Parts and Setup
- GameSir G7 SE vs DualSense for PC Gaming in 2026
- Raspberry Pi 4 8GB as a Jellyfin Media Server: Real Limits
- Microsoft's Copilot Super App vs a Local RTX 3060 Ollama Box in 2026
- Best Gaming Monitor for 2026: 5 Picks from 1440p to 4K
- Ryzen 7 9800X3D vs Ryzen 9 9900X: Which Zen 5 CPU Wins in 2026?
- Streamer PC Specs Decoded: The 2026 Parts That Match
- The $5M Sega Bet That Saved Nvidia — and Still Shapes GPU Launches
- Run Home Assistant on a Raspberry Pi 4 8GB in 2026 (SSD Boot)
- Corsair Launches Lightweight Budget HS35 v3 Gaming Headset
- How Many CPU Cores Does a Local-LLM Rig Actually Need?
- Best Parts for an Always-On Local LLM Server in 2026
- Glide on Modern PCs: dgVoodoo2 + nGlide for 3dfx-Era Games (2026)
- CompactFlash as a Win98 Boot Drive: Transcend CF133 + IDE Adapter Walkthrough
- Intel Arc B580 LLM Inference: 12GB Battlemage Benchmarks
- Best SSD for PS5 Storage Expansion Under $100 (2026)
More buying guides from SpecPicks
Browse all buying guides →- Best Graphics Cards for Gaming in 2026
- Best NVMe SSDs for Gaming in 2026
- Best DDR5 RAM for Gaming PCs in 2026
- Best NVMe External Enclosures for 2026
- Best 1440p 240Hz Gaming Monitors in 2026
- Best CPUs for Content Creators in 2026
- Best Tools for Building and Repairing Retro PCs in 2026
- Best AM5 Motherboards for 2026
- Best Controllers for PC Gaming in 2026
- Best CPU Coolers for 2026
- Best Gaming Monitors for 2026
- Best 4K Monitors for Content Creators in 2026
- Best Retro Gaming Consoles & Handhelds for 2026
- Best Mechanical Keyboards for Gaming in 2026
- Best GPU for Running 27B-32B Local LLMs in 2026
- Best External SSDs for Content Creators in 2026
- Best Gaming Mice for 2026
- Best CPUs for Gaming in 2026
- Best GPUs for Running Local LLMs in 2026
- Best PC Cases for Building in 2026
- Best GPUs for 4K Gaming in 2026
Hardware benchmark data on SpecPicks
All benchmarks →- RadeonT RX 6850M XT — benchmarks & specs
- NVIDIA B200 — benchmarks & specs
- Radeon RX 6450M — benchmarks & specs
- AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G — benchmarks & specs
- AMD Ryzen 5 5600T — benchmarks & specs
- Ryzen 5 7600X — benchmarks & specs
- Radeon RX 6600 — benchmarks & specs
- AMD Ryzen 5 7535U — benchmarks & specs
- Radeon RX 6850M — benchmarks & specs
- AMD Ryzen 9 5900H — benchmarks & specs
- Radeon RX 7600 — benchmarks & specs
- GeForce RTX 4080 — benchmarks & specs
- Ryzen 5 7600 — benchmarks & specs
- Apple M1 Pro 10 Core 3200 MHz — benchmarks & specs
- Radeon RX 6850M XT — benchmarks & specs
- AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX — benchmarks & specs
- Radeon RX 9060 — benchmarks & specs
- Intel Arc A730M — benchmarks & specs
- AMD Ryzen 7 9700F — benchmarks & specs
- AMD Ryzen 3 5425U — benchmarks & specs
- AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5945WX — benchmarks & specs
- Radeon RX 5700 — benchmarks & specs
- AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5675U — benchmarks & specs
- AMD Radeon Pro W7800 32GB — benchmarks & specs