Get ready, AMD enthusiasts! A new leak suggests that one of AMD’s Zen 5 X3D CPUs, the Ryzen 7 9800X3D, could debut in the coming weeks. However, it seems we might have to wait a bit longer for the highly anticipated Ryzen 9 9900X3D and Ryzen 9 9950X3D, possibly until next year. These later models are allegedly packed with some ‘special features’ that set them apart from their predecessors.
Historically, AMD has strategically staggered its CPU launches. Last year, the company rolled out the Ryzen 9 7950X3D and Ryzen 9 7900X3D first, followed by the Ryzen 7 7800X3D a few weeks later. Since then, a variety of new 3D V-cache SKUs like the Ryzen 5 5600X3D, Ryzen 7 5700X3D, and Ryzen 5 7600X3D have appeared at random intervals. Now, AMD seems ready to shake things up with the Zen 5 series.
If recent rumors from industry insiders hold true, the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D will make its solo debut in late October, potentially alongside the new X870 motherboards. Although there is speculation that AMD might showcase the Ryzen 9 9900X3D and Ryzen 9 9950X3D during this time, these powerhouse processors are expected to officially launch only after CES 2025. These chips are rumored to feature advancements that distinguish them from the previous generation, potentially doubling the amount of 3D V-cache.
This enhancement could catapult the performance of the Ryzen 9 9900X3D and Ryzen 9 9950X3D to the top of the benchmark charts, maintaining their lead until the next generation, Zen 6, hits the market. Though these CPUs won’t support overclocking—a standard limitation since the Ryzen 7 5800X3D era—their impressive specs are bound to make them a hot topic among tech enthusiasts.
Stay tuned as we keep an eye on further updates. The future of AMD’s Zen 5 X3D series looks promising, and we can’t wait to see what they bring to the table.
