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AMD Ryzen 9 5950X

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£290.99
3 retailers
Lowest in 90 days

At or below the lowest price in the last 90 days. Usual price £298.

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Specifications

ArchitectureZen 3
Base Clock3.4 GHz
Boost Clock4.9 GHz
Cores16
L3 Cache64 MB
SocketAM4
TDP105W
Threads32

Performance Benchmarks

Calculated Figures

Aggregate Boost Clock78.4GHz-cores
lowest 12median 41highest 518
Higher than 72% of 293 compared
16 cores × 4.9 GHz boost
L3 Cache per Core4MB
lowest 0.2median 3highest 16
Higher than 61% of 149 compared
64 MB L3 ÷ 16 cores
TDP per Core6.6W
lowest 2.7median 11highest 33
Lower than 82% of 342 compared
105 W ÷ 16 cores

Calculated from this product's published specifications, not measured in testing. Ranked against other products in this category.

Blender render benchmark

Measured

Real runs submitted to Blender Open Data. Higher is faster at rendering.

Source: Blender Open Data (CC0), Blender 4.5.0: samples per minute over the monster, junkshop and classroom scenes, median of 490 runs. Same for every product on this model.

At a glance

AMD Ryzen 9 5950X is a 16-core processor with 32 threads and a boost clock of 4.9 GHz, for the AM4 socket. It scores 100 out of 100 on our estimated performance scale, relative to current processors. It is listed at 3 UK shops, cheapest in stock at CCL Computers for £290.99 (checked 19 October 2026); in-stock prices run from £290.99 to £314.99. That is the lowest it has been in the last 90 days, against a usual price of £298.

From the retailer

AMD Ryzen 9 5950X Socket AM4 Processor Powerhouse Performance for Creators & Gamers Unleash unparalleled power with a processor that dominates gaming and creative workflows alike. Seamlessly balancing performance and efficiency, its the ultimate CPU for high-demand tasks. 16 cores, 32 Threads Up to 4.9 GHz Boost Clock 105W TDP for Incredible Efficiency PCIe® 4.0 Support Elite Performance for Every Challenge Engineered for versatility and excellence, the AMD Ryzen™ 9 5950X is a high-performance processor boasting 16 cores and 32 threads. With an incredible boost clock of up to 4.9 GHz and PCIe® 4.0 support, it excels in gaming, rendering, and multitasking. Its unlocked design ensures overclocking potential, while DDR4 memory support and 64 MB L3 cache optimise speed and responsiveness. Great for Gaming Experience next-level gaming with extreme core performance and high clock speeds, delivering smooth gameplay even in the most demanding AAA titles. Creatives Perfect for video editing, 3D rendering, and CAD tasks, its 16 cores and Zen 3 architecture handle intensive applications with ease. Streamers Stream and create content simultaneously with 32 threads, ensuring no lag or performance drop during live sessions. Professionals Ideal for engineers and data scientists, the high thread count, and advanced cache make heavy simulations and computations faster and more efficient. Performance & Specifications Blazing Speed for Every Task Zen 3 Core Architecture with 16 cores, 32 threads, and a boost clock of up to 4.9 GHz, this processor is a multitasking powerhouse. The 105W TDP ensures a balance of power and efficiency, making it ideal for demanding applications. Cooling & Compatibility Designed for High-Performance Builds Optimised for liquid cooling, the AMD Ryzen™ 9 5950X is perfect for enthusiasts and professionals. Its AM4 socket supports a wide range of motherboards and DDR4 memory, ensuring maximum flexibility. More Features You'll Lov

Estimated Performance

100/ 100

Scored against current processors, where 100 is the strongest one we can score. Calculated from cores, boost clock and l3 cache.

Estimated from manufacturer specifications, not measured. Useful for comparing similar parts; actual performance varies by game, driver and system.

Running cost

Rated power (TDP or peak turbo) 105 W

£30.26
a year
£2.52
a month

At the Ofgem price cap, 26.32p per kWh, Oct to Dec 2026

Assumes the part draws its rated power for every hour of use. Real draw varies with the game or workload, and is usually lower.

Where to Buy

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CCL Computers
In Stockchecked 1 hour ago
£290.99Buy Now
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Box
In Stockchecked 1 hour ago
£314.99Buy Now
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Currys
Stock not confirmedchecked 27 days ago, may be out of date
£329.00View at Currys

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