AMD Ryzen 9 3950X
AMD
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Our take on the AMD Ryzen 9 3950X
The AMD Ryzen 9 3950X is a 16-core Socket AM4 processor, suited to a streamer upgrading an older AM4 board.
The tracked price is $299, within a $209.99 to $714.57 range across nine points from August 9 to October 19, 2026. That is $89 above the low but far below the high, so a further dip is possible. The listing gives 16 cores, 32 threads, a 4.7 GHz max boost and 72MB of cache. It supports PCIe 4.0 on X570 boards. A cooler is not included, and a 280 mm or larger liquid cooler is recommended. Rated 4.8 across 2,458 retailer ratings.
- 16 cores and 32 threads
- PCIe 4.0 on X570 boards
- Rated 4.8 across 2,458 retailer ratings
- Tracked $89 above its low of $209.99
- No cooler, and a large liquid cooler is advised
- Socket AM4 is an older platform
Streamers reported to use it
Specs
| Cache Memory Installed Size | 72 |
| Item Dimensions L x W | 1.57"L x 1.57"W |
| Brand | AMD |
| Processor Brand | AMD |
| Model Number | AMD Ryzen 9 3950X |
| Item Weight | 172 g |
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