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AMD Ryzen 9850X3D: Gaming King Gets Faster?
2 Dec
Summary
- AMD accidentally revealed a faster Ryzen 9850X3D gaming CPU.
- New chip boasts higher clock speeds but retains same core count.
- Higher-end 9950X3D version rumored with dual 3D-V Cache.
The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D continues to dominate the gaming CPU market, but the company has seemingly leaked details of a successor. The purported Ryzen 7 9850X3D, briefly appearing on AMD's French support page, is an 8-core, 16-thread processor for the AM5 socket. While maintaining a 120W TDP and 96MB of L3 cache, this new chip could see a clock speed boost to 5.6GHz, offering a 400MHz increase over its predecessor.
This potential refresh utilizes AMD's second-generation 3D V-cache technology, which has proven superior for gaming performance compared to Intel's offerings. However, the 9800X3D already carries a $480 price tag, raising concerns about the cost of any upgraded model. Gamers might hope for more affordable options, especially after the success of the budget-friendly Ryzen 7 5700X3D on the older AM4 socket.
Further speculation includes a high-end Ryzen 9 9950X3D with dual 3D-V Cache, potentially reaching 192MB of L3 cache and a 200W power draw. AMD's communication regarding future products has been notably quiet, contrasting with competitors like Qualcomm and Intel. More information is anticipated in the coming months, possibly around CES 2026, amidst soaring PC component prices.
