AMD Ryzen 9 7950X
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Released
Q4/2022
AMD Ryzen 9 7950X

Processor AMD Ryzen 9 7950X, specifications and benchmarks

3 place in the overall ranking CPUs!
The AMD Ryzen 9 7950X processor is installed in AM5 socket boards and operates at a frequency of 4.50 GHz. The AMD Ryzen 9 7950X has a total of 16 / 32 cores. Release date: Q4/2022. TDP is 170 W. This review will provide all the technical specifications and detailed data about the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X processor. Discover everything to determine whether a game or software will run on AMD Ryzen 9 7950X.

Specifications

Technical data
CPU Family and Group

This section provides a comprehensive overview of the processors generation and family, explaining the specific market segment it is designed for. It covers key details such as the CPUs position within its product lineup, its intended use cases (e.g., consumer, server, or workstation), and how its generation compares to previous models.

  • Family
  • CPU group
    AMD Ryzen 7000
  • Segment
    Desktop / Server
  • Generation
    5
  • Predecessor
    AMD Ryzen 9 5950X
  • Successor
    --
CPU Technical Specs

AMD Ryzen 9 7950X. This section highlights key performance parameters of the processor, including the number of cores, threads, and clock speeds (base and boost frequencies). These metrics directly impact multitasking capabilities and overall system performance in both single-threaded and multi-threaded applications.

  • CPU Cores / Threads
    16 / 32
  • Core architecture
    normal
  • Cores
    16x
  • Hyperthreading / SMT
    Yes
  • Overclocking
    Yes
  • Frequency
    4.50 GHz
  • Turbo Frequency (1 Core)
    5.50 GHz
  • Turbo Frequency (16 Cores)
    5.20 GHz
IGPU

This section provides details on the integrated graphics capabilities of the processor. It covers the architecture, performance characteristics, and supported technologies (e.g., DirectX, OpenGL), which are essential for systems without dedicated GPUs or for mobile devices that require energy-efficient graphics processing.

  • GPU name
    no iGPU
  • GPU frequency
    --
  • GPU (Turbo)
    No turbo
  • Execution units
    --
  • Shader
    --
  • Max. GPU Memory
    --
  • Max. displays
    --
  • Generation
    --
  • Direct X
    --
  • Technology
    --
  • Release date
    --
Hardware codec support

This section covers the built-in hardware codec support for video and image processing. The processor’s ability to handle codecs like H.264, HEVC, and VP9 directly influences its performance in tasks such as video playback, editing, and streaming. This hardware acceleration ensures smoother media handling with lower CPU utilization.

  • h265 / HEVC (8 bit)
    No
  • h265 / HEVC (10 bit)
    No
  • h264
    No
  • VP8
    No
  • VP9
    No
  • AV1
    No
  • AVC
    No
  • VC-1
    No
  • JPEG
    No
Memory Specs & PCI

This section breaks down the technical characteristics of the memory supported by the processor, including the types (e.g., DDR4, DDR5), number of memory channels, and maximum supported memory speed. It also covers PCI Express support, which determines the bandwidth available for GPUs, SSDs, and other peripherals, critical for high-performance systems.

  • Memory type
    DDR5-5200
  • Max. Memory
    256 GB
  • Memory channels
    2
  • Bandwidth
    83.2 GB/s
  • ECC
    Yes
  • PCIe
    5.0 x 20
  • AES-NI
    Yes
Thermal Management
  • TDP (PL1)
    170 W
  • TDP (PL2)
    230 W
  • TDP up
    --
  • TDP down
    --
  • Tjunction max.
    95 °C
* see below
Technologies and Extensions

This section explains the underlying technologies that enable the processor to deliver high performance. It includes details about the manufacturing process (e.g., 7nm, 10nm), supported instruction sets (e.g., AVX, SSE), and virtual machine extensions that enhance compatibility and efficiency across various workloads.

  • Instruction set (ISA)
    x86-64 (64 bit)
  • ISA extensions
    SSE4a, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2, FMA3
  • L2-Cache
    8.00 MB
  • L3-Cache
    64.00 MB
  • Architecture
    Raphael (Zen 4)
  • Documents
    --
  • Technology
    5 nm
  • Virtualization
    AMD-V, SVM
  • Socket
    AM5
  • Release date
    Q4/2022
  • Part Number
    --
Positions in all rankings

Common positions AMD Ryzen 9 7950X CPU in popular benchmarks, for comparison with other models.

  • Cinebench R23 (Single-Core)
    12 place
  • Cinebench R23 (Multi-Core)
    13 place
  • Cinebench R20 (Single-Core)
    20 place
  • Cinebench R20 (Multi-Core)
    12 place
  • Cinebench R15 (Single-Core)
    7 place
  • Cinebench R15 (Multi-Core)
    4 place
  • Geekbench 5, 64bit (Single-Core)
    7 place
  • Geekbench 5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    28 place
  • Estimated results for PassMark CPU Mark
    16 place
  • Blender 3.1 Benchmark
    3 place
  • Geekbench 6 (Single-Core)
    7 place
  • Geekbench 6 (Multi-Core)
    12 place

Benchmarks

Performance tests CPU

Compare the benchmark scores of AMD Ryzen 9 7950X with other processors to gauge its real-world performance across various tasks..

These tests encompass tasks such as mathematical calculations, 3D rendering, cryptocurrency mining, and performance evaluations in both single-core and multi-core modes.

Cinebench R23 (Single-Core)
Maxon's Cinebench R23 SC is a cross-platform test suite for macOs and Windows uses one CPU core, with no hypetrading
2082
1997
1997
1989
AMD Ryzen 9 7950X
Cinebench R23 (Multi-Core)
Maxon's Cinebench R23 MC is a cross-platform test suite for macOs and Windows using a multi-core and hyperthreading
Geekbench 5, 64bit (Single-Core)
Geekbench 5 SC is a popular cross-platform performance test for desktop or mobile processors that uses system memory intensively
2133
2128
AMD Ryzen 9 7950X
2090
Geekbench 5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
Geekbench 5 MC is a popular cross-platform performance test for desktop or mobile processors that uses system memory intensively
23701
23465
22727
22252
AMD Ryzen 9 7950X

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PL1 - The power limit (in watts) generated by the processor (or GPU) during sustained, standard operation. It represents the typical thermal output during normal workloads.

PL2 - Represents the maximum power limit under heavy load or overclocking conditions. It indicates the thermal output during peak performance.

These values are essential for determining the optimal cooling system and power supply required to maintain stable performance.

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