AMD is Preparing a Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 with an Impressive 192 MB Cache, According to a New Leak
A new leak from the well-known user Chi11edog on X has revealed the possible specifications of AMD’s upcoming desktop processors. The information points to a refresh of the Ryzen 9000 family, with a flagship model that stands out for its unprecedented amount of cache memory for a consumer processor: the Ryzen 9 9950X3D2.
According to the leaked data, this processor would feature 16 cores and 32 threads, but its most impressive characteristic would be its 192 MB of L3 cache. This ultra-fast memory is especially useful for gaming, where it can significantly boost performance. The chip would run at a base frequency of 4.3 GHz and a boost clock of up to 5.6 GHz, with a TDP of 200W.
A New Ryzen 7 is Also on the Way
The leak also mentions a second high-end model: the Ryzen 7 9850X3D. This processor is expected to have 8 cores and 16 threads, paired with a solid 96 MB of L3 cache. Its base frequency would be 4.7 GHz and boost up to 5.6 GHz, while maintaining a more modest TDP of 120W, making it an excellent option for gaming enthusiasts.
Both processors are said to be part of an update to the current Zen 5 architecture, known as Granite Ridge Refresh, and would remain compatible with the existing AM5 platform.
For now, these details should be taken with caution, as the source is not official. However, it’s worth noting that this leaker has accurately shared AMD CPU information in the past.
