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CPU overview AMD Ryzen 9 3950X (16 C/32T). Matisse (Zen 2), 7 nm, 105 W TDP.

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Released
Q3/2019
AMD Ryzen 9 3950X

AMD Ryzen 9 3950X

The AMD Ryzen 9 3950X processor is released Q3/2019 on the Matisse (Zen 2) architecture. It runs at a starting clock frequency of 3.50 GHz and is manufactured using the 7 nm process. AMD Ryzen 9 3950X uses 32 threads with 16 active cores. It is set to Desktop / Server in AM4. The TDP of the AMD Ryzen 9 3950X processor model is 105 W. The L2 cache memory size is 8.00 MB and the L3 is 64.00 MB. The memory support is DDR4-3200.
Performance tests
Real tests AMD Ryzen 9 3950X
Specifications
Complete list of technical specifications
CPU generation and family

Let's start our review of the AMD Ryzen 9 3950X processor by exploring its basic specifications, namely: the model code name, the segment of use (server, workstation, computer or laptop), the generation of the processor (its previous model), and the family group. All data is taken from the manufacturer's official source.

  • Name
    AMD Ryzen 9 3950X
  • Segment
    Desktop / Server
  • Family
    AMD Ryzen
  • Generation
    3
  • CPU group
    AMD Ryzen 3000
  • Successor
    AMD Ryzen 9 5950X
CPU Cores and Base Frequency

Technical information about the CPU AMD Ryzen 9 3950X base clock frequency, number of processor cores, processor threads, as well as turbo frequency of cores in single-threaded and multithreaded mode. Pay attention to overclocking and hyperthreading support. All of these specifications directly affect the performance of the model in work applications or games. A higher values, more the faster will be the processor.

  • Frequency
    3.50 GHz
  • CPU Cores
    16
  • Turbo (1 Core)
    4.70 GHz
  • CPU Threads
    32
  • Turbo (16 Cores)
    4.00 GHz
  • Hyperthreading
    Yes
  • Overclocking
    Yes
  • Core architecture
    normal
Internal Graphics

Integrating a graphics core into the processor complements its functionality, but not all manufacturers (AMD or Intel) integrate iGPU into their CPUs. Even if the processor has an integrated graphics card, its power is hardly enough for modern games, so these features do not affect the overall performance of the processor. If AMD Ryzen 9 3950X supports an integrated graphics core, you can see its specifications below.

  • GPU name
    no iGPU
  • GPU (Turbo)
    No turbo
Hardware codec support

Hardware codecs help processors convert blocks of data into a sequence of images or sound. In modern processors, the need to support hardware codecs is not a priority, so these characteristics are not considered in the overall AMD Ryzen 9 3950X performance rating.

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

Memory specs AMD Ryzen 9 3950X are very important, the overall performance and ranking depends on these characteristics, also, the memory supported by the processor AMD Ryzen 9 3950X in the format: memory type / maximum quantity - should be studied before upgrading for compatibility with the motherboard. Pay attention to the PCIexpress version, the higher it is, the better. You can also find out the maximum number of memory channels supported by the processor and the number of PCIE lanes here.

  • Memory type
    DDR4-3200
  • Max. Memory
    128 GB
  • ECC
    Yes
  • Memory channels
    2
  • PCIe version
    4.0
  • PCIe lanes
    20
Encryption

A specialized processor extension introduced for the first time in 2008 by Intel. The AES-NI encryption system handles data that is stored in RAM and on the hard disk. See if your AMD Ryzen 9 3950X processor supports this type of encryption.

  • AES-NI
    Yes
Thermal Management

When you are going to upgrade your computer, you should choose your processor carefully, especially paying attention to temperature ratings and TDP. Look at the operating and maximum temperatures of the processor AMD Ryzen 9 3950X and the TDP at PL1 and PL2 levels. The final power of the power supply will depend on this data, as well as the number of power phases on the motherboard.

  • TDP (PL1)
    105 W
  • TDP (PL2)
    142 W
  • Tjunction max.
    95 °C
Technical details

An overview of the AMD Ryzen 9 3950X processor specifications will show which sets of ISA instructions are supported by the model, what motherboard AMD Ryzen 9 3950X is compatible with and what process technology the chip is manufactured on. Also, pay attention to the L2 and L3 cache size. The higher it is, the faster the data is processed.

  • Instruction set (ISA)
    x86-64 (64 bit)
  • Virtualization
    AMD-V, SVM
  • ISA extensions
    SSE4a, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2, FMA3
  • L2-Cache
    8.00 MB
  • L3-Cache
    64.00 MB
  • Architecture
    Matisse (Zen 2)
  • Technology
    7 nm
  • Socket
    AM4
  • Release date
    Q3/2019
Devices using this processor

Which devices (computers, laptops) are manufactured with the AMD Ryzen 9 3950X processor preinstalled. Information is for reference only and may not be accurate. Please write us in the comments, on what other devices processor {AMD Ryzen 9 3950X} was installed and we will complete this page.

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