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AMD Ryzen 9 9950X 4.3 GHz 16-Core AM5 Processor

BH #AM99950X • MFR #100-100001277WOF
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AMD Ryzen 9 9950X 4.3 GHz 16-Core AM5 Processor
Key Features
  • 16 Cores & 32 Threads
  • 4.3 GHz Base Clock
  • 5.7 GHz Max Boost Clock
  • Socket AM5
Take your computing experiences to a new level with the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X 4.3 GHz 16-Core AM5 Processor. Featuring 16 cores and 32 threads with 64MB of L3 Cache, this desktop processor quickly loads and multitasks demanding applications.
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AMD 9950X Overview

Take your computing experiences to a new level with the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X 4.3 GHz 16-Core AM5 Processor. Featuring 16 cores and 32 threads with 64MB of L3 Cache, this desktop processor quickly loads and multitasks demanding applications.

Designed for socket AM5 motherboards using the powerful Zen 5 4nm architecture, this Ryzen processor offers exceptional performance. With a base clock speed of 4.3 GHz and a max boost clock speed of 5.7 GHz, the Ryzen 9 9950X delivers the power needed to smoothly handle tasks ranging from content creation to immersive gaming experiences. You can boost performance further by overclocking this unlocked processor. Other features include support for PCIe Gen 5 technology and 5600 MHz ECC DDR5 RAM with compatible motherboards.

This processor has a 170W TDP (Thermal Design Power) and does not include a cooling solution. Integrated Radeon Graphics delivers rich visuals.

Precision Boost 2
AMD Ryzen processors monitor the system's energy consumption, temperatures, and other factors to automatically raise clock speeds, allowing applications to perform faster.
Precision Boost Overdrive
Precision Boost Overdrive technology takes advantage of your compatible motherboard's design to boost clock speeds higher and for longer periods of time. It also allows you overclock the processor at the touch of a button.
AMD Ryzen Master Utility
Personalized Performance
The AMD Ryzen Master Utility provides you with multiple custom profiles to store CPU, GPU, and DDR4 memory configurations. Use it to configure performance parameters for the active cores and adjust memory times. You can also optimize general performance or fine tune your favorite applications.
System Monitoring
Monitor your system in real-time using the AMD Ryzen Master Utility, which features a histogram of per-core clock rates and temperature, including average and peak readings.
UPC: 730143315272

AMD 9950X Specs

Key Specs
CPU Model
AMD Ryzen 9 9950X
CPU Socket
AM5
Unlocked
Yes
Number of Cores
16
Base Clock Speed
4.3 GHz
Maximum Boost Speed
5.7 GHz
Thermal Design Power (TDP, Max)
170 W
Included Thermal Solution
No
Integrated Graphics
AMD Radeon
General
CPU Model
AMD Ryzen 9 9950X
CPU Socket
AM5
Manufacturing Process
4 nm
Maximum CPU Configuration
1S
Maximum Number of PCIe Lanes
28 (Revision 5.0)
Unlocked
Yes
Performance
Number of Cores
16
Number of Threads
32
Base Clock Speed
4.3 GHz
Maximum Boost Speed
5.7 GHz
Dedicated AI Cores
No
L3 Cache
64 MB
Memory Support
Maximum Capacity
192 GB
Memory Support
DDR5 Up to 5600 MT/s
ECC Memory
Yes
Channel Architecture
Dual Channel
Power
Thermal Design Power (TDP, Max)
170 W
Included Thermal Solution
No
Maximum Temperature
203°F / 95°C
Thermal Monitoring Technologies
Yes
Technology
AES Support
Yes
Extension
AVX, AVX 2.0, AVX-512, FMA3, SSE 4.1/4.2
Instruction Set
64-Bit
Virtualization
Yes: AMD-V
Performance Technologies
Precision Boost 2
Integrated Graphics
Integrated Graphics
AMD Radeon
Output Support
DisplayPort, HDMI
Base Clock Speed
2200 MHz
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.195 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
5 x 4.9 x 1.4"

AMD 9950X Reviews

Great CPU.

By J.R.
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2026-03-27

Works great for me with everything from gaming to photo/video editing, if and when you undervolt watch for core stretching in low power and idle usage of your P.C. but I get up to 24650 in cinebench r23 and 9174 in cinebench r26. (undervolting tutorials on YouTube)

Fast CPU

By Hindy
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2025-07-10

The AMD Ryzen 9 9950X is a very fast and capable CPU. I'm using it with a CORSAIR NAUTILUS RS 360mm AIO liquid cooler and 3 stock case fans. So far, temps are great — around 100°F (37.8°C) at idle and 118°F (47.8°C) under load. It seems to automatically boost its clock speeds, which is impressive. As someone coming from Intel, I’m a bit nervous about long-term stability, but I’ll update this review if I encounter any issues. I bought it for video editing, AI work, and graphic design, paired with an NVIDIA 5070 Ti, and I’m quite happy — though it might be a bit of overkill for some users.

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Will a Corsair CX650M be compatible with this ...

Will a Corsair CX650M be compatible with this motherboard?
Asked by: kevin
Yes, the Corsair CX650M is compatible with the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X 4.3 GHz 16-Core AM5 Processor Kit with ASUS ProArt X870E-Creator WiFi AM5 ATX Motherboard.
Answered by: JP A
Date published: 2025-09-28
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