AMD is gearing up to introduce its upcoming line of high-performance CPUs, the Ryzen 9000X3D series. Speculation is swirling about potential enhancements to the stacked L3 cache in these new processors. However, a recent report from Wccftech indicates that the upcoming models will likely maintain the same 64 MB of additional 3D V-cache as their predecessors.
The X3D designation signifies AMD's innovative 3D V-Cache technology, which involves vertically stacking an extra L3 cache on top of a CPU chiplet. This design has proven to be highly effective in boosting gaming performance, prompting AMD to market these CPUs as the "ultimate gaming" solutions.
According to the latest details, the potential Ryzen 9 9950X3D is expected to boast 16 Zen 5 cores with a total of 128 MB (64+64) L3 cache, while the Ryzen 9 9900X3D would offer 12 cores with the same cache capacity. The Ryzen 7 9800X3D is anticipated to provide a total of 96 MB (32+64) L3 cache.
As for L2 cache, each core in these CPUs is equipped with one MB of L2 cache. One of the most exciting developments for overclockers is the rumored inclusion of full overclocking support in the new X3D series. This represents a significant advancement from the limited overclocking options available in previous generations, potentially enabling enthusiasts to push these gaming-centric chips to new performance levels.
While the official release date for the Ryzen 9000X3D series has yet to be confirmed, industry insiders speculate that the launch could occur as early as September or October. This timeline aligns with the anticipated release of new X870 (E) chipset motherboards. PC enthusiasts may opt to wait for the next-gen CPU and motherboards to be released simultaneously, making this upgrade cycle a noteworthy event for many.
