AMD Ryzen 9 5950X

AM4, 3.40 GHz, 16 -Core
338Ratings
Test reportsVery good based on 2 tests

Series

The AMD Ryzen 9 5950X is the ultimate desktop processor for gamers, creatives and enthusiasts. AMD's multi-threading technology enables even better multitasking, as each processor core can process two
tasks simultaneously. So you can enjoy intelligent multitasking. Your PC responds faster and tedious waiting is a thing of the past. Precision Boost 2 automatically increases processor frequency. So you get concentrated power exactly when it's needed most.

Key specifications

Processor family
Ryzen 5th Gen
Number of processor cores
16 -Core
Max. TDP
105 W
Number of threads
32
PCI express version (max.)
4
Item number
13987916

General information

Manufacturer
Category
Processors
Manufacturer no.
100-100000059WOF
Release date
10/9/2020
Sales rank in Category Processors

Processor

Processor family
Ryzen 5th Gen
Processor socket
AM4
AMD Core
Ryzen
Processor clock frequency
3.40 GHz
Max. turbo clock rate
4.90 GHz
Number of processor cores
16 -Core
Number of threads
32
Lithography
7 nm
Max. TDP
105 W
L3 Cache
64 MB
Multiplier unlocked
Yes
PCI express version (max.)
4
Processor design
64-bit

Memory

Memory channels
Dual-Channel
Memory type
DDR4-RAM

Packaging

Packaging type
Retail

Sustainability

Sustainability
Sustainable products and raw materials
Label
SBTi

Scope of delivery

Scope of delivery
Processor

Package dimensions

Length
13.20 cm
Width
7.40 cm
Height
13.50 cm
Weight
116 g

Overall ratingVery good89/100
Very good98/100
CHIP OnlineSingle testReleaseMarch 2022
  • PositiveCheap for an enthusiast CPU
  • PositiveStrong performance
  • PositiveLow TDP
  • NegativeAM4 mainboards without Quad Channel RAM
  • NegativeA little few PCIe lanes for extensive systems

The AMD Ryzen 9 5950X with its AM4 socket actually belongs on mainstream platforms, but it performs so well in the test and is so expensive that we had to push it into the enthusiast class by necessity. And although it now competes with heavyweights, it still performs excellently: with its 16 physical cores, 32 threads and up to 4.9 GHz clock speed, it takes a top position and even outperforms some...

Good79/100
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Computer BildSingle testReleaseDecember 2020

The new Ryzen 9 5950X and Ryzen 5 5600X CPUs work faster and more economically than their predecessors. However, the advantages are not so huge that they retire the old CPUs. Those who have a Ryzen 3000 CPU can keep it. For upgrading older computers, however, a 5000 model makes sense.

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