AMD Ryzen 9 5950X

AM4, 3.40 GHz, 16 -Core
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The AMD Ryzen 9 5950X is the ultimate desktop processor for gamers, creatives, and enthusiasts. AMD's multi-threading technology allows for even better multitasking, as each processor core can handle two tasks simultaneously. This means you can enjoy intelligent multitasking. Your PC responds faster, and the annoying wait times are a thing of the past. Precision Boost 2 automatically increases the processor frequency, delivering powerful performance exactly when you need it 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
AMD
Category
Processors
Manufacturer no.
100-100000059WOF
Release date
9.10.2020
Sales rank in Category Processors
16 of 1407
External links
Manufacturer's site (en)

Processor

Processor family
Ryzen 5th Gen
Socket
AM4
AMD Core
Ryzen
Clock frequency
3.40 GHz
Max. turbo clock rate
4.90 GHz
Number of processor cores
16 -Core
Number of threads
32
Number of performance cores
16 -Core
Lithography
7 nm
Max. TDP
105 W
L2 Cache
8000 kB
L3 Cache
64 MB
Multiplier unlocked
Yes
PCI express version (max.)
4
Processor design
64-bit
Transfer rate
3.20 GT/s

AMD Technologies

AMD Technologies
AMD Turbo Core Technology

Memory

Memory channels
Dual-Channel
Memory type
DDR4-RAM
Memory form factor
DIMM
Max. memory (RAM)
128 GB

Origin

Country of origin
China

Sustainability

Manufacturer commitment
SBTi

Voluntary climate contribution

CO₂-Emission
Climate contribution

Scope of delivery

Scope of delivery
AMD processor in a box without cooler

Package dimensions

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

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Warranty score

How often does a product of this brand in the «Processors» category have a defect within the first 24 months?

Source: Digitec Galaxus
  • 1.AMD
    1.2 %
  • 2.Intel
    2.1 %

Warranty case duration

How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?

Source: Digitec Galaxus
  • 1.AMD
    3 days
  • 2.Intel
    7 days

Return rate

How often is a product of this brand in the «Processors» category returned?

Source: Digitec Galaxus
  • 1.AMD
    3.8 %
  • 2.Intel
    4.9 %
Source: Digitec Galaxus

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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.