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AMD Ryzen 9 9900X
AMD Ryzen 9 9900X is a powerful next generation processor based on Zen 5 architecture. Here are the key features and specifications of this CPU: Architecture and Performance: -12 cores and 24 threads -Base frequency 4.4 GHz, maximum boost frequency up to 5.6 GHz -Impressive single-threaded performance: Geekbench 6 score of 3,401, 10.1% higher than the Intel Core i9-14900K -Multi-threaded performance: 19,756 points in Geekbench 6 multi-core Energy efficiency: -TDP 120 W, which is significantly lower than the 170 W of the previous generation -Improved energy efficiency thanks to new architecture Cache memory: -12 MB L2 cache -64 MB L3 cache Compatibility: -Socket AM5 -Supports X670 and B650 chipsets Benchmark performance: -In Cinebench R23 shows a result of 33000 points in 120 W TDP mode and 34500 points in 170 W mode -14-18% faster than its predecessor Ryzen 9 7900X in multi-threaded synthetic tests The Ryzen 9 9900X shows significant performance gains over the previous generation, especially in single-threaded tasks. It beats Intel's current flagship in single-threaded performance, although it falls slightly short in multi-threaded tests. It is important to note the improved energy efficiency: despite the high performance, the TDP is reduced to 120 W.This should have a positive effect on heat dissipation and power consumption of systems based on this processor. The Ryzen 9 9900X is expected to be one of the best processors in the market when it launches on July 31, 2024.However, for final conclusions it is worth waiting for the official release and independent tests.
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AMD
Platform
Desktop
Launch Date
August 2024
Model Name
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Ryzen 9 9900X
Code Name
Zen 5 (Granite Ridge)
CPU Specifications
Total Cores
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Cores is a hardware term that describes the number of independent central processing units in a single computing component (die or chip).
12
Total Threads
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Where applicable, Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology is only available on Performance-cores.
24
Performance-cores
12
Performance-core Base Frequency
4.4 GHz
Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency
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Maximum P-core turbo frequency derived from Intel® Turbo Boost Technology.
5.6 GHz
L1 Cache
960 KB
L2 Cache
12 MB shared
L3 Cache
64 MB shared
Bus Frequency
100 MHz
Multiplier
47x
Unlocked Multiplier
Yes
CPU Socket
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The socket is the component that provides the mechanical and electrical connections between the processor and motherboard.
AM5
Technology
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Lithography refers to the semiconductor technology used to manufacture an integrated circuit, and is reported in nanometer (nm), indicative of the size of features built on the semiconductor.
4 nm
TDP
120 W
Max. Operating Temperature
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Junction Temperature is the maximum temperature allowed at the processor die.
95 °C
PCIe Version
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PCI Express is a high-speed serial computer expansion bus standard used for connecting high-speed components, replacing older standards such as AGP, PCI, and PCI-X. It has gone through multiple revisions and improvements since its initial release. PCIe 1.0 was first introduced in 2002, and in order to meet the growing demand for higher bandwidth, subsequent versions have been released over time.
5.0
Instruction Set
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The instruction set is a hard program stored inside the CPU that guides and optimizes CPU operations. With these instruction sets, the CPU can run more efficiently. There are many manufacturers that design CPUs, which results in different instruction sets, such as the 8086 instruction set for the Intel camp and the RISC instruction set for the ARM camp. x86, ARM v8, and MIPS are all codes for instruction sets. Instruction sets can be extended; for example, x86 added 64-bit support to create x86-64. Manufacturers developing CPUs that are compatible with a certain instruction set need authorization from the instruction set patent holder. A typical example is Intel authorizing AMD, enabling the latter to develop CPUs compatible with the x86 instruction set.
x86-64
Memory Specifications
Memory Type
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Intel® processors come in four different types: Single Channel, Dual Channel, Triple Channel, and Flex Mode. Maximum supported memory speed may be lower when populating multiple DIMMs per channel on products that support multiple memory channels.
DDR5-5600
Max Memory Size
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Max memory size refers to the maximum memory capacity supported by the processor.
192 GB
Memory Channels
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The number of memory channels refers to the bandwidth operation for real world application.
2
Max Memory Bandwidth
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Max Memory bandwidth is the maximum rate at which data can be read from or stored into a semiconductor memory by the processor (in GB/s).
89.6 GB/s
GPU Specifications
Integrated Graphics Model
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An integrated GPU refers to the graphics core that is integrated into the CPU processor. Leveraging the processor's powerful computational capabilities and intelligent power efficiency management, it delivers outstanding graphics performance and a smooth application experience at a lower power consumption.
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Miscellaneous
PCIe Lanes
28 (Total), 24 (Usable)
Geekbench 6
Single Core
3401
Multi Core
19756
Performance
Multi Core
Passmark CPU
Single Core
4652
Multi Core
53863
Performance
Integer Math
Multi Core
184 GOps/Sec
Floating Point Math
Multi Core
122.6 GOps/Sec
Find Prime Numbers
Multi Core
398 M Primes/Sec
Random String Sorting
Multi Core
65.2 M Strings/Sec
Data Encryption
Multi Core
33.2 GB/Sec
Data Compression
Multi Core
693.4 MB/Sec
Physics
Multi Core
2993 Frames/Sec
Extended Instructions
Multi Core
56.2 B Matrices/Sec
Single Thread
Multi Core
4.7 GOps/Sec
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Compared to Other CPU
68%
86%
97%
Better then 68% CPU over the past year
Better then 86% CPU over the past 3 years
Better then 97% CPU
SiliconCat Rating
20
Ranks 20 among Desktop CPU on our website
28
Ranks 28 among all CPU on our website
Geekbench 6 Single Core
Geekbench 6 Multi Core
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