Ryzen 9 7950X3D vs Ryzen 9 9950X3D
The Ryzen 9 9950X3D is about 10% faster for gaming.
Verdict
- Performance index: the Ryzen 9 9950X3D is 10% faster (90 vs 82).
- Cores: both have 16.
- Power (TDP): Ryzen 9 7950X3D 120 W, Ryzen 9 9950X3D 170 W; the Ryzen 9 7950X3D delivers 29% more performance per watt.
- Age: the Ryzen 9 9950X3D is 2 years newer (2025 vs 2023).
- Platform: both use socket AM5.
Specs
| Spec | Ryzen 9 7950X3D | Ryzen 9 9950X3D |
|---|---|---|
| Performance index | 82 | 90 |
| Brand / series | AMD Ryzen 7000 | AMD Ryzen 9000 |
| Released | 2023 | 2025 |
| Cores | 16 | 16 |
| Threads | 32 | 32 |
| Base clock | 4.2 GHz | 4.3 GHz |
| Boost clock | 5.7 GHz | 5.7 GHz |
| Power (TDP) | 120 W | 170 W |
| Socket | AM5 | AM5 |