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The 9950X3D is king, but the 9950X is great for non-gamers
- AMD's Ryzen 9950X3D is considered the top CPU in mid-2025, excelling in gaming and productivity like the Intel Core Ultra 285K and AMD Ryzen 9950X.
- The more affordable option, Ryzen 9950X, is viable for non-gamers due to its lower price.
- Pricing for Ryzen 9 9950X has decreased to around $550, while the 9950X3D initially priced at $700 is now closer to $830 with limited availability.
- Both CPUs have the same core/thread count, base, and turbo frequencies, but the 9950X3D has additional L3 cache known as 3D V-Cache for enhanced performance.
- In gaming, the Ryzen 9950X3D outperforms the 9950X significantly, showcasing a notable uplift of up to 30% in some cases as per reviews from TechRadar and TechSpot.
- The 9950X3D also excels in productivity tasks, showcasing impressive performance in apps like 7-Zip, Blender, and Photoshop according to various reviews.
- While the 9950X3D is superior in gaming and productivity, the 9950X remains a strong performer, especially for non-gamers, offering almost similar performance at a lower price.
- Concerns about higher failure rates in 9950X3D CPUs have been raised, but for non-gamers, the 9950X presents a more straightforward and reliable choice.
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