AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D Achieves 14% Improvement in Single Thread Performance Compared to 7950X3D; Benchmarked Using PassMark

Recent benchmarks from PassMark have revealed impressive performance metrics for AMD’s upcoming Ryzen 9 9950X3D CPU, indicating notable improvements over its predecessor in both single-threaded and multi-threaded scenarios.

The Performance Benchmark of AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D

Scheduled for release on March 12, the Ryzen 9 9950X3D, priced at $699, and its sibling, the Ryzen 9 9900X3D at $599, mark AMD’s ambitious entry into the high-performance CPU market based on the cutting-edge Zen 5 architecture. Initial leaked PassMark data has surfaced, showcasing how the Ryzen 9 9950X3D measures up against its direct competitors.

As the flagship of the lineup, the Ryzen 9 9950X3D is equipped with 16 cores and 32 threads, delivering base and boost clock speeds of 4.3 GHz and 5.7 GHz respectively. This model stands out as the first in the X3D series to feature a Total Design Power (TDP) of 170W, rivaling the power requirements of the Ryzen 9 9950X while pushing performance boundaries.

9950X3D PassMark — Image Source: PassMark

In the latest benchmarks, the Ryzen 9 9950X3D achieved a remarkable 4, 739 points in single-threaded tests and a staggering 69, 702 points in multi-threaded assessments. With only three tests conducted to date, there is potential for slight variations in these scores as further testing occurs. As it stands, the new processor outperforms the Ryzen 9 7950X3D by 14.1% in single-core performance and approximately 11.5% in multi-threaded tasks, demonstrating a robust enhancement.

9950X3D vs 9950X vs 7950X3D vs 285K PassMark — Image Source: PassMark

The previous generation Ryzen 9 9950X scored approximately 66, 363 points, marking about a 5% deficit compared to the 9950X3D but showcasing similar single-core capabilities. When stacked against Intel’s flagship Ultra 9 285K processor, the Ryzen 9 9950X3D emerges slightly ahead in multi-core performance by about 3%, although it trails by 7% in single-core tests. Overall, the Ryzen 9 9950X3D is positioned as a formidable contender, particularly in gaming and specialized applications.

Moreover, the Ryzen 9 9950X3D features overclocking capabilities and improved thermals compared to its predecessors, promising better stability and performance. While PassMark scores are helpful in evaluating raw potential, they may not fully reflect performance in real-world scenarios, thus leaving room for future reviews to provide clearer insights. As the review embargo lifts for the Ryzen 9 9900X3D and 9950X3D, we expect to gauge their competencies in demanding CPU tasks and gaming, especially against the Ryzen 7 9800X3D.

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