AMD - Ryzen 9 5950X 16-Core - 32-Thread 3.4 GHz (4.9 GHz Max Boost) Socket AM4 Unlocked Desktop Processor - Black
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Specifications
- Processor SocketSocket AM4 (PGA 1331)PCI Express VersionPCI Express 4.0CPU Base Clock Frequency3.4 gigahertzCPU Boost Clock Frequency4.9 gigahertzNumber of CPU Cores16-coreNumber of CPU Threads32
- Key Specs
- Processor Socket: Socket AM4 (PGA 1331) (Type of pin configuration that connects a CPU to a computer’s motherboard.)
- PCI Express Version: PCI Express 4.0
- CPU Base Clock Frequency: 3.4 gigahertz (Actual central processing unit (CPU) speed may vary by device configuration and design. The average rate at which the processor is able to execute tasks under normal operating conditions as asserted by the manufacturer.)
- CPU Boost Clock Frequency: 4.9 gigahertz (Actual central processing unit (CPU) speed may vary by device configuration and design. The maximum rate at which the processor is able to execute tasks, typically only used for a short period of time as needed. This rate may temporarily boost the processor's performance, but may result in overheating, shutdown, or damage to equipment if sustained.)
- Number of CPU Cores: 16-core (A core, or "brain" of a CPU, allows it to receive and execute instructions. Each core can work independently or together to perform parallel operations.)
- Number of CPU Threads: 32 (Generally, the more threads, the faster and more responsive the operating system.)
- Unlocked Processor: true
- Memory Type Supported: DDR4
- L2 Cache: 8 megabytes (Cache memory, also called CPU memory, is random-access memory (RAM) that a computer microprocessor can access more quickly than it can access regular RAM. This memory is typically integrated directly with the CPU chip or placed on a separate chip that has a separate bus interconnect with the CPU.)
- L3 Cache: 64 megabytes (Cache memory, also called CPU memory, is random-access memory (RAM) that a computer microprocessor can access more quickly than it can access regular RAM. This memory is typically integrated directly with the CPU chip or placed on a separate chip that has a separate bus interconnect with the CPU.)
- Processor Base Power: 2 watts
- Integrated Graphics: false (Device has a built-in graphics processing unit.)
- Processor Generation/Series: 4th Generation
- General
- Brand: AMD
- Model Number: 100-100000059WOF
- Product Name: Ryzen 9 5950X 16-Core - 32-Thread 3.4 GHz (4.9 GHz Max Boost) Socket AM4 Unlocked Desktop Processor
- Color: Black
- Processor Model Number: 5950X
- Processor Collection: Ryzen 9
- Processor Generation/Series: 4th Generation
- Year of Release: 2020
- Compatibility
- Processor Socket: Socket AM4 (PGA 1331) (Type of pin configuration that connects a CPU to a computer’s motherboard.)
- PCI Express Configuration: PCIe Gen 5 x16
- PCI Express Lanes (Total): 24
- PCI Express Version: PCI Express 4.0
- Performance
- CPU Base Clock Frequency: 3.4 gigahertz (Actual central processing unit (CPU) speed may vary by device configuration and design. The average rate at which the processor is able to execute tasks under normal operating conditions as asserted by the manufacturer.)
- CPU Boost Clock Frequency: 4.9 gigahertz (Actual central processing unit (CPU) speed may vary by device configuration and design. The maximum rate at which the processor is able to execute tasks, typically only used for a short period of time as needed. This rate may temporarily boost the processor's performance, but may result in overheating, shutdown, or damage to equipment if sustained.)
- Number of CPU Cores: 16-core (A core, or "brain" of a CPU, allows it to receive and execute instructions. Each core can work independently or together to perform parallel operations.)
- Number of CPU Threads: 32 (Generally, the more threads, the faster and more responsive the operating system.)
- Unlocked Processor: true
- Hard Drive Accelerator: None (A module integrated (or added) into a PC to improve performance speed. By acting as a high-speed cache, an accelerator speeds up access times to the hard drive, which results in faster web browsing, improved gaming experience, and overall more responsiveness.)
- Memory
- Maximum Memory Supported: 128 gigabytes
- Memory Type Supported: DDR4
- Number of Memory Channels Supported: 2
- Cache Level: L2, L3 (The cache stores data that the CPU needs to access quickly in order to complete tasks. Each level is ranked according to priority of access; Level 1 (L1) cache stores data that the CPU needs to access first. L1 cache is also the fastest but holds the least amount of data, with each following level decreasing in speed but increasing in capacity.)
- L2 Cache: 8 megabytes (Cache memory, also called CPU memory, is random-access memory (RAM) that a computer microprocessor can access more quickly than it can access regular RAM. This memory is typically integrated directly with the CPU chip or placed on a separate chip that has a separate bus interconnect with the CPU.)
- L3 Cache: 64 megabytes (Cache memory, also called CPU memory, is random-access memory (RAM) that a computer microprocessor can access more quickly than it can access regular RAM. This memory is typically integrated directly with the CPU chip or placed on a separate chip that has a separate bus interconnect with the CPU.)
- Features
- Processor Type: Desktop
- Thermal Solution: Not included (The kind of cooling system built into the CPU.)
- RAID Support: RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10 (RAID 1+0) (A Redundant Array of Independent Disks (RAID) includes a collection of separate disks that your computer recognizes as one disk unit. Each configuration offers a different level of mirroring, striping and read/write speeds.)
- Power
- Processor Base Power: 2 watts
- Processor Boost Power: 3 watts
- Graphics
- Integrated Graphics: false (Device has a built-in graphics processing unit.)
- Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: 1 year limited
- Warranty - Labor: 1 year limited
- Other
- UPC: 730143312745
One processor that can game as well as it creates. Get the high-speed gaming performance of the world’s best desktop processor. A fast and easy way to expand and accelerate the storage in a desktop PC with an AMD Ryzen processor.
- Boost Clock: Up to 4.9GHz Max Boost Clock
- Cores: 16 CPU Cores
- System Memory: Up to 3200MHz DDR4 RAM
- Game Cache: Massive 72 MB GameCache for higher game performance
- PCI Express Version: Processors with PCIe 4.0, delivering double the graphics and storage bandwidth
Q: Is there a way to get on the waiting list to buy this CPU?
A: It would be nice if BestBuy did this and only allowed you to buy one..Per address/credit card/Bestbuy account
A: Once every hundred thousands years or so, when the grass is green and the moon doth glow.
Q: Can this website get fixed can’t pickup or mail when trying to buy this for the 5 th time now
A: No. bestbutt is unwilling to change to accommodate its customer's needs because it makes too much money selling products to scalpers. all it would take is a simple captcha at checkout or a limit on purchase orders. we've been waiting months for new pc parts and they don't seem to care. neither do the manufacturers since they are just at fault here. the whole system is rigged so that these companies meet their bottom lines while their customers get shafted.
Q: Any estimate to when the 5950x will be available to purchase from BestBuy?
A: when there will be more bots to buy this and people willing to pay 1400usd for a cpu at 800usd
A: If any CPU before this could run, this can only run it better
A: No, that will be mostly based on you just getting better. if the reason you are not that good is because of low framerates, then yes, this could possibly help you out.
Q: Should I get This Or The 5900x?
A: This is a very difficult question to answer. It isn't as simple as just saying. Yes or No. It really depends on the end-user. First and foremost should be budget. The 5950X is about $200 dollars more than the 5900X. Are 4 cores and a bit more clock really worth 200 dollars to you? The second point when asking a very broad question like if you should get this is if it meets your needs. There is ALOT of tech videos online that cover the details of both the 5950x and the 5900x head to head and in the end. Performance per dollar the 5900x really wins out when it comes to gaming. However, if you are a dev or engineer. Hands down the 4 extra cores and the Gen4 support of an X570 board with the 5950x is gonna be the winner just coming in under the threadripper series. I would say the other thing you should consider is the rest of your hardware. If you're rocking out a 5950x in a compact computer with poor cooling and trying to use the 5950x with an air cooler. You're going to end up just hurting yourself in the long run. This may be an unpopular opinion, however, if you're going to blow 749/799 on this core. Make sure the other parts of your pc can keep up. Such as a stout 240+ AIO or a water-cooled system. My personal opinion is if you're just looking at this for gaming. Go with the 5900x and use the extra 200 dollars and try to get a bit better GPU if you can find one at a reasonable price. (good luck). If you're purely trying to show off to your friends, be king of the office nerds, or just want to sit at the pinnacle of having the best hardware to play an easy to run game like Fortnite on 1080p. Then go for the 5950x. I bought the 5950x recently for the reason of always wanting to try and keep on the edge of running everything at ultra 4k and multi-tasking. I absolutely love it and the gen4 speeds are nice for my nvme drives. I also want to ensure my continuous flex on my co-workers as having to the best pc in the office. My current specs: Corsair 1000D Super Tower 64G 3200MHz DDR4 Corsair Vengence pro RGB. 5950X 16Core CPU EVGA RTX 2080TI 12 TB SSD Storage Corsair H150I 360MM AIO MSI X570 MEG ACE Mobo 1000W Platinum EVGA Power supply Good luck with your choice and let us know what you end up picking :)
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