Ryzen 9 9900X3D vs Ryzen 9 9950X3D2
The Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 is about 3% faster for gaming.
Verdict
- Performance index: the Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 is 3% faster (91 vs 88).
- Cores: Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 has 16 vs 12.
- Power (TDP): Ryzen 9 9900X3D 120 W, Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 200 W; the Ryzen 9 9900X3D delivers 61% more performance per watt.
- Age: the Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 is 1 year newer (2026 vs 2025).
- Platform: both use socket AM5.
Specs
| Spec | Ryzen 9 9900X3D | Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance index | 88 | 91 |
| Brand / series | AMD Ryzen 9000 | AMD Ryzen 9000 |
| Released | 2025 | 2026 |
| Cores | 12 | 16 |
| Threads | 24 | 32 |
| Base clock | 4.4 GHz | 4.3 GHz |
| Boost clock | 5.5 GHz | 5.6 GHz |
| Power (TDP) | 120 W | 200 W |
| Socket | AM5 | AM5 |