Ryzen 9 9900X

Details and Benchmarks for AMD Ryzen 9 9900X

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Benchmark Results

Combined benchmark scores based on multiple data points, giving a quick overview of this processor's performance.

Overall Score

Overall score for Ryzen 9 9900X based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

7,927 Rank: 28
Rank Name Score Visual
24 Ryzen 9 7950X 7,974
+0.6%
25 Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX 7,970
+0.5%
26 Ryzen 9 7950X3D 7,951
+0.3%
27 Ryzen 9 9900X3D 7,931
+0.1%
28 Ryzen 9 9900X 7,927
29 Core Ultra 9 275HX 7,861
-0.8%
30 Core i9-14900F 7,747
-2.3%
31 Ryzen 9 7945HX3D 7,667
-3.3%
32 Ryzen AI Max+ 395 7,632
-3.7%
33 Core i9-14900 7,619
-3.9%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Ryzen 9 9900X based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

7,658 Rank: 50
Rank Name Score Visual
46 Ryzen 9 9900X3D 7,707
+0.6%
47 Xeon Gold 6442Y 7,706
+0.6%
48 Xeon w7-3465X 7,700
+0.5%
49 Core i9-9990XE 7,662
+0.1%
50 Ryzen 9 9900X 7,658
51 Ryzen AI Max+ 395 7,658
+0%
52 Ryzen Threadripper 3970X 7,645
-0.2%
53 Ryzen 9 7945HX3D 7,641
-0.2%
54 Core i9-7980XE 7,633
-0.3%
55 EPYC 7451 7,621
-0.5%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Ryzen 9 9900X based on single-threaded benchmark results.

8,106 Rank: 12
Rank Name Score Visual
8 Core i9-14900KF 8,318
+2.6%
9 Core i9-14900K 8,308
+2.5%
10 Core i9-13900K 8,210
+1.3%
11 Core i9-13900KF 8,156
+0.6%
12 Ryzen 9 9900X 8,106
13 Core Ultra 9 275HX 8,085
-0.3%
14 Ryzen 9 9900X3D 8,080
-0.3%
15 Ryzen 9 7950X 8,065
-0.5%
16 Ryzen 9 7950X3D 7,939
-2.1%
17 Core i9-14900F 7,928
-2.2%

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Workload Scores

Performance scores grouped by workload type, normalized and aggregated from multiple raw benchmark results.

Number Crunching

Aggregated score for Ryzen 9 9900X based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

6,876 Rank: 47
Rank Name Score Visual
43 Xeon Gold 6430 6,945
+1%
44 Xeon w7-3455 6,916
+0.6%
45 Ryzen 9 7950X 6,914
+0.6%
46 Ryzen Threadripper 3960X 6,886
+0.1%
47 Ryzen 9 9900X 6,876
48 Xeon w7-2495X 6,856
-0.3%
49 Xeon Platinum 8351N 6,810
-1%
50 Core i9-13900KS 6,776
-1.5%
51 Core i9-14900KS 6,761
-1.7%
52 EPYC 7502P 6,759
-1.7%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Ryzen 9 9900X based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

6,433 Rank: 75
Rank Name Score Visual
71 Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX 6,517
+1.3%
72 Ryzen 9 7900X 6,480
+0.7%
73 Ryzen 9 9900X3D 6,442
+0.1%
74 Xeon W-3275M 6,438
+0.1%
75 Ryzen 9 9900X 6,433
76 Ryzen 9 5950X 6,419
-0.2%
77 Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX 6,414
-0.3%
78 Core i9-13900F 6,403
-0.5%
79 Xeon w7-3445 6,395
-0.6%
80 Xeon Gold 5418Y 6,366
-1%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Ryzen 9 9900X based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

6,668 Rank: 56
Rank Name Score Visual
52 Ryzen 9 7950X 6,734
+1%
53 EPYC 7542 6,723
+0.8%
54 Ryzen Threadripper 3960X 6,720
+0.8%
55 Xeon Platinum 8351N 6,713
+0.7%
56 Ryzen 9 9900X 6,668
57 Xeon Gold 6348 6,637
-0.5%
58 EPYC 7402P 6,603
-1%
59 Ryzen 7 7700 6,600
-1%
60 Xeon w7-3445 6,549
-1.8%
61 Core i9-13900KS 6,546
-1.8%

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Ryzen 9 9900X Details

As of March 2026, the AMD Ryzen 9 9900X stands as a high-performance desktop processor designed for demanding workloads and gaming. Positioned within the Zen 5 (Granite Ridge) architecture, this CPU was launched in August 2024 and represents a significant leap in both single-core and multi-threaded performance. With a base clock of 4.4 GHz and a turbo frequency reaching 5.6 GHz, the Ryzen 9 9900X delivers exceptional responsiveness in single-threaded applications, as evidenced by its single-core score of 8106, placing it at #12 among 2060 processors. This performance is particularly notable given that it trails only a select few flagship Intel and AMD CPUs, including the Core i9-13900KF and Core i9-13900K.

In multicore performance, the Ryzen 9 9900X achieves a score of 7658, ranking #50 in the overall multicore list. While this is strong, it reflects a competitive landscape where higher-tier processors such as the Ryzen Threadripper 9980X and Intel’s Core i9-14900KS outperform it. The processor's 12 cores and 24 threads, enabled by Simultaneous Multithreading (SMT), provide robust multitasking capabilities and are well-suited for content creation, 3D rendering, and software development. Its 64 MB of L3 cache further enhances data throughput, particularly in memory-intensive scenarios.

The Ryzen 9 9900X is manufactured on a 4 nm process by TSMC, leveraging 16.63 billion transistors to achieve high efficiency and performance. It operates on the Socket AM5 platform and supports DDR5 memory up to 5600 MT/s with a dual-channel interface, delivering a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. The processor also supports ECC memory, a valuable feature for professional and server-oriented environments. Integrated Radeon Graphics provide basic visual output without requiring a discrete GPU, although performance is limited to entry-level tasks.

With a TDP of 120 W and a PPT of 162 W, the Ryzen 9 9900X demands robust cooling solutions, especially during sustained workloads. Its unlocked multiplier simplifies overclocking, allowing enthusiasts to push performance beyond stock frequencies. The chip supports a wide array of features, including AVX-512, AES encryption, and hardware virtualization, making it a versatile choice for both productivity and gaming. Despite its age, the Ryzen 9 9900X remains a powerful option for users seeking a balance between single-core speed and multi-threaded throughput, particularly in systems where a discrete GPU is already present.

In summary, the Ryzen 9 9900X occupies a premium position in the desktop CPU market, offering performance that rivals many high-end Intel processors while maintaining strong value. Its strong single-core performance and advanced feature set make it ideal for power users, streamers, and professionals, though it is slightly outpaced by the latest Threadripper and Core i9 SKUs in extreme workloads. For the average high-end user, the Ryzen 9 9900X remains a compelling and future-proof choice as of early 2026.
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AMD Ryzen 9 9900X

Main Specifications

Designer: AMD
Name: Ryzen 9 9900X
Cores: 12
Threads: 24
Base Frequency: 4400 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 44x (unlocked)
Core Name: Granite Ridge
Socket: Socket AM5
Package: FC-LGA1718
Target Segment: Desktop
TDP: 120 W

Cache Specifications

L1 Cache: 77.824 KiB
L2 Cache: 0.954 MiB
L3 Cache: 61.035 MiB

Memory Specifications

Supported Memory Type: DDR5

Physical Specifications

Process: 4 nm
Die Area: 70.6 mm²
Manufacturer: TSMC

CPU Features

MMX SSE SSE2 SSE3 SSSE3 SSE4.1 SSE4.2 AVX AVX2 BMI1 BMI2 FMA3 AES F16C SMEP SSE4a SHA AMD-V AVX-512 SMT
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