Ryzen 9 9900X3D

Ryzen 9 9900X3D Specifications

The Ryzen 9 9900X3D is built on the Zen 5 Granite Ridge architecture and manufactured using the 4 nm process. It is compatible with the AM5 socket and supports DDR5 memory with speeds of up to 5600 MT/s. This processor features 12 performance cores operating at a base clock of 4.40 GHz and a boost clock of 5.50 GHz , and includes 24 threads. It also comes equipped with 12 MB of L2 cache and 128 MB of L3 cache.

This CPU has a very high base TDP of 120 W and a maximum TDP of 230 W. A high-performance air cooler is the bare minimum, but a premium liquid cooling solution is strongly recommended. Additionally, a PC case with excellent airflow and a high-quality power supply are essential for stable operation.

For users who require integrated graphics, this CPU includes the Radeon™ Graphics, which features 2 GPU cores. It operates at a base clock of 400.00 GHz and boosts up to 2200.00 GHz. This makes it suitable for systems without a dedicated GPU, capable of handling everyday tasks and running older or less demanding games. Integrated graphics can also accelerate specific workloads even when a discrete GPU is installed.

Ryzen 9 9900X3D Application Performance and Gaming Benchmark Analysis

Ryzen 9 9900X3D is an upper mid-range CPU, achieving a relative application performance score of 79.60% of the best possible desktop CPU performance. This CPU is ideal for multitasking and can handle professional applications such as 3D rendering, video editing, and other heavy workloads, though not at the same speed or efficiency as higher-end models.

Ryzen 9 9900X3D delivers a balanced application performance-per-price ratio of 37.1%. It provides good value for users looking for a practical balance between cost and performance.

Ryzen 9 9900X3D is a high-end gaming CPU, achieving a relative gaming performance score at 1080p resolution of 93.10% compared to the best possible desktop CPU gaming performance. This CPU is highly recommended for high-end gaming and should be paired with the most powerful graphics cards to unlock its full potential.

With a gaming performance-per-price score of 23.9%, this CPU does not offer strong value in this category. However, since it is a high-end gaming CPU offering top-tier performance, it remains a recommended choice for users who prioritize gaming power and are less concerned about budget constraints.