AMD CES 2025 Keynote: Ryzen 9 9950X3D Unveiled as the Ultimate Gaming and Content Creation Processor

At CES 2025, AMD redefined performance benchmarks for gaming and content creation with the announcement of the Ryzen 9 9950X3D, the latest addition to its Ryzen 9000X3D lineup. Jack Hyunh, AMD’s Senior Vice President and General Manager of Computing and Graphics, showcased the new flagship desktop CPU, boasting 16 cores, 32 threads, and a max boost clock of 5.7GHz.

“The Ryzen 9 9950X3D is engineered to meet the needs of both gamers and creators,” Hyunh said. “It’s a processor that pushes boundaries with its unmatched combination of performance, efficiency, and versatility.”

Ryzen 9 9950X3D: A New Era of Performance

Dubbed the “world’s best gaming processor,” the Ryzen 9 9950X3D leverages an 8-core Zen 5 CCD with 3D V-Cache™ for cache-intensive tasks, paired with another 8-core Zen 5 CCD optimized for maximum frequency. This hybrid design ensures peak performance across a variety of workloads, delivering:

• 8% average performance uplift over its predecessor, the Ryzen 9 9800X3D.

• 20% faster gaming performance compared to Intel’s Core 285K, with standout gains of 35% in Cyberpunk 2077.

• 13% improved performance in content creation, including a 30% speed boost in Photoshop workflows.

  
  

With its 5.7GHz boost clock, the processor adapts dynamically to user demands, offering the highest frequencies for heavy tasks and unparalleled cache capacity for gaming. AMD confirmed the Ryzen 9 9950X3D will be available starting March 2025.

Expanding Zen 5 X3D Technology to Mobile

AMD also introduced “Fire Range,” a new lineup of mobile processors featuring Zen 5 cores with 3D V-Cache™ technology. This innovation brings desktop-class gaming and content creation performance to laptops, setting a new standard for portable computing. The Fire Range HX3D products are expected to launch in the second half of 2025, with a potential debut at Computex.

No RDNA 4 GPU Announcements Yet, But Exciting Gaming Updates Coming Soon

While AMD fans eagerly anticipated potential graphics card announcements, the company revealed that details on the highly awaited RDNA™ 4 architecture and FSR 4 (FidelityFX™ Super Resolution 4) will be shared later this quarter. AMD hinted at significant advancements in gaming technology but confirmed that no new GPUs were unveiled during the CES 2025 keynote.

Jack Hyunh emphasized the company’s commitment to delivering groundbreaking gaming solutions, promising updates in the near future. The announcement builds anticipation for what’s to come, keeping the spotlight on AMD’s innovative roadmap.

Gaming Innovation and AMD’s Strategic Partnerships

Highlighting AMD’s ongoing commitment to gaming, Matt Booty, Head of Xbox Game Studios at Microsoft, joined the keynote to discuss the companies’ longstanding partnership. Booty emphasized AMD’s critical role in optimizing gaming experiences, such as the upcoming Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, which is being tailored for AMD processors and Radeon™ graphics.

A Proven Legacy with the Ryzen 9800X3D

Reflecting on the success of the Ryzen 9 9800X3D, Hyunh shared how it redefined expectations for gaming processors. “Since its launch, gamers have been blown away by the leap in performance. With the Ryzen 9 9950X3D, we’re taking another giant step forward.”

Availability and More to Come

The Ryzen 9 9950X3D will hit shelves in March 2025, with Fire Range mobile processors following later this year. Stay tuned for further announcements on RDNA 4 and FSR 4 as AMD continues to lead the charge in gaming and computing innovation.

For more information, visit www.amd.com.

This CES keynote cements AMD’s position at the forefront of gaming and content creation, delivering groundbreaking solutions that empower users to achieve more than ever before.