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Rumors say AMD's Zen 7 'Grimlock' CPUs will be built on TSMC's 1.4nm A14 process and use Powertech's FOPLP packaging, featuring a new CCD with up to 16 cores and 224 MB L3 via 3D V-Cache, targeting a 2028 launch and stronger data-center AI performance amid intense CPU competition.
AMD is extending its 3D V-Cache technology to commercial workstations with a refreshed Ryzen PRO 9000 lineup built on Zen 5, offering 6–16 cores, 12–32 threads, up to 256GB ECC DDR5 memory, and PCIe 5.0; only select models include the 3D V-Cache, with rollout beginning in the second half of 2026 and the Lenovo ThinkStation P4 slated for Q3 2026.
AMD launches the Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 Dual Edition, the first desktop CPU with 3D V-Cache on both chiplets, delivering 208 MB of total cache on the Zen 5 4 nm design for 16 cores; priced at $899 and available now from retailers and OEMs like Alienware Area-51, targeting developers and creators with improved responsiveness and workload throughput.
AMD launches the Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 Dual Edition at $899, a 16-core chip with 208MB of total L3 cache (each 8-core chiplet gains 64MB) that’s only modestly faster than the regular 9950X3D while delivering similar power use; the extra cache rarely yields meaningful real-world gains outside cache-hungry, all-core workloads, and gaming doesn’t require 16 cores, making it a niche buy for those seeking hassle-free core scheduling or pure bragging rights rather than strong value-for-money.
Phoronix benchmarks show the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 Dual Edition (16 cores/32 threads with 3D V-Cache on both CCDs) delivering leading desktop performance for Linux workloads on AM5, tested on Ubuntu 26.04 with kernel 7.0 and GCC 15.2. Priced around $899, it offers strong compute for developers and creators; the only noted caveat is the 3D V-Cache Optimizer driver, which has no effect here since both CCDs are identical.
AMD will re-release the Ryzen 7 5800X3D as the AM4 10th Anniversary Edition, using the same OPN as the original but in a PIB with commemorative artwork. It remains an 8-core/16-thread Zen 3 CPU with 3D V-Cache (96 MB L3 shared, 512 KB L2 per core), clocks 3.40 GHz base and 4.50 GHz boost, 105 W TDP, and DDR4/PCIe 4.0 support for Socket AM4. Pricing and availability have not been announced.
AMD confirms the Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 Dual Edition will cost $899 and go on sale April 22, featuring two dies with 3D V-Cache for a 16-core design and 206 MB of total cache. The price under early rumors of around $990–$1,000 positions it to benefit workloads that leverage the extra cache, compared with the ~$699 Ryzen 9 9950X.
AMD’s Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 Dual Edition stacks 64MB of 3D V-Cache on each of its two CPU dies, for a total of 208MB, delivering up to ~10% higher gaming and cache-sensitive performance than the 9950X3D. The chip clocks up to 5.6 GHz, has a 200W TDP, and is expected to carry a higher price than the vanilla 9950X3D, with an April 22 launch and full overclocking support including AMD’s tuning tools.
AMD’s Ryzen 7 9850X3D is an eight‑core Zen 5 chip with 3D V‑Cache that offers a mild boost over the 9800X3D, mainly in single‑thread tasks, while consuming more power in games (roughly 25–30W) and costing $499. The upgrade distance is short: the 9800X3D is nearly as fast, cooler, and cheaper, and the 9700X offers a better value path for most builders. In practice, the 9850X3D mainly appeals to bragging‑rights enthusiasts who want the newest X3D badge, rather than those chasing a strong performance-per‑dollar upgrade, especially as GPU and RAM prices remain high and games are often GPU‑bound at higher resolutions.
Phoronix benchmarks the AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D, an 8-core/16-thread CPU with 104MB 3D V-Cache and up to 5.6GHz boost, priced at $499, showing strong Linux gaming and broad workload performance on an AM5 platform with Ubuntu 25.10 and Linux 6.17; while excellent for gaming and desktop tasks, heavily multi-threaded workloads may benefit from a higher-core Ryzen 9 part.
AMD has announced the Ryzen 7 9850X3D, an 8-core/16-thread CPU that uses 3D V-cache to pack 104MB of L2/L3 cache, a 120W TDP, and a boost up to 5.6GHz. It will be available January 29 for $499 and, AMD claims, delivers about 27% faster gaming performance than Intel's Core Ultra 9 285k, making it a more affordable alternative to higher-end X3D models (like the $700 9950X3D).
AMD's upcoming Zen 6 processors are expected to feature significantly larger 3D V-Cache capacities, with up to 288 MB in dual-CCD configurations, and will utilize advanced manufacturing nodes and instruction extensions to boost performance, positioning them as strong competitors to Intel's upcoming processors.
AMD has confirmed the upcoming Ryzen 7 9850X3D, an 8-core, 16-thread CPU with faster 5.6 GHz clocks and 96 MB of L3 cache, utilizing its 2nd Gen V-Cache technology, promising improved gaming performance and a major upgrade over previous models.
AMD is set to launch its high-end Ryzen 9 9950X3D and Ryzen 9 9900X3D CPUs with 3D V-Cache technology in late January 2025, following their debut at CES 2025. These new Zen 5-based processors, featuring 16 and 12 cores respectively, aim to build on the success of the Ryzen 7 9800X3D by offering enhanced gaming efficiency and overclocking capabilities. While specific clock speeds and TDPs are yet to be confirmed, the chips are expected to maintain a high level of performance and efficiency.
AMD's Ryzen X3D CPUs, featuring 3D V-Cache technology, have revolutionized the gaming CPU market by offering superior performance and power efficiency. The article outlines several gaming PC builds using these CPUs, ranging from budget to high-end configurations. The Ryzen 7 7800X3D is highlighted as the best gaming CPU, paired with components like the RTX 4070 Ti for optimal performance. The article also provides recommendations for mid-range and budget builds, emphasizing the value and efficiency of AMD's X3D lineup.