CPU head-to-head · curated specs + live pool data
Ryzen 7 9800X3DVSRyzen 9 7950X
Specifications
| Ryzen 7 9800X3D | Ryzen 9 7950X | |
|---|---|---|
| Cores/Threads | 8C / 16T | 16C / 32T |
| Base clock | 4.7 GHz | 4.5 GHz |
| Boost | 5.2 GHz | 5.7 GHz |
| Cache (L3) | 96 MB (V-Cache) | 64 MB |
| TDP | 120 W | 170 W |
| Socket | AM5 | AM5 |
Live benchmark data
No verified runs for either part yet. Own one of these? Run the benchmark and put it on the map.
Verdict — Ryzen 7 9800X3D
If you game and don't need more than 8 cores, this is the answer. It's often out of stock at MSRP for good reason — every gaming benchmark chart is topped by this chip.
Verdict — Ryzen 9 7950X
Superseded by the 9950X and 9950X3D but still a great deal on the used market for productivity workloads. Runs at 95°C sustained — that's normal on Ryzen 7000, not a defect.