The AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D is AMD's ultimate consumer desktop processor, combining 16 Zen 5 cores with AMD's 3D V-Cache technology to deliver exceptional performance across both gaming and professional workloads. With a massive stacked cache pool and high boost clocks, it is engineered to excel in game-critical tasks while simultaneously handling demanding multi-threaded applications such as video editing, 3D rendering, and simulation. It is AMD's definitive flagship for enthusiasts who refuse to compromise between gaming performance and professional workstation capability. Architecture / Socket: Zen 5 + 3D V-Cache / AMD AM5, 4nm TSMC process Cores / Threads: 16 cores / 32 threads Clock Speeds: 4.3 GHz base, up to 5.7 GHz max boost Cache: 32MB L2 + 128MB L3 (3D V-Cache) — dual-CCD design optimised for gaming and professional loads TDP: 170W base power; no cooler included — AM5 socket requires a high-performance cooler and 600/700-series motherboard Memory Support: DDR5 up to 5600 MT/s; PCIe 5.0 and PCIe 4.0 lane support Graphics: No integrated graphics — discrete GPU required MPN: 100-100001846WOF & EAN: 0730143315555