AMD has officially confirmed the Ryzen 7 9850X3D through an accidental listing on its support page, revealing a faster version of the best-selling 9800X3D gaming processor. The chip features a significant 400MHz boost clock increase to 5.6GHz while maintaining the same 8-core configuration and 3D V-Cache technology.
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AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D Specifications
| Specification | Ryzen 7 9850X3D | Ryzen 7 9800X3D | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cores/Threads | 8C/16T | 8C/16T | Same |
| Base Clock | 4.7GHz | 4.5GHz | +200MHz |
| Boost Clock | 5.6GHz | 5.2GHz | +400MHz (+7.69%) |
| L3 Cache | 96MB (with 3D V-Cache) | 96MB (with 3D V-Cache) | Same |
| TDP | 120W | 120W | Same |
| Architecture | Zen 5 | Zen 5 | Same |
| Generation | 2nd Gen 3D V-Cache | 2nd Gen 3D V-Cache | Same |
| Expected Launch | CES 2026 (January) | Already available | — |
| Expected Price | TBD (likely $500-$550) | $479 MSRP | Higher premium |
What Makes the 9850X3D Special
The 400MHz boost clock increase represents a 7.69% performance bump over the already-dominant 9800X3D, which currently holds the title of AMD’s best-selling gaming CPU. This higher frequency should translate to improved gaming performance and faster single-threaded workloads without increasing power consumption beyond the existing 120W TDP.
AMD’s second-generation 3D V-Cache technology enables these higher clock speeds while maintaining the massive 96MB L3 cache that gives X3D processors their gaming advantage. Previous X3D generations suffered clock speed limitations, but the new architecture eliminates this compromise entirely.
CES 2026 Launch Expected
While AMD hasn’t formally announced the 9850X3D, the support page listing strongly suggests an imminent reveal at CES 2026 in January. Industry sources also hint at the Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 launching alongside it—a 16-core beast featuring dual 3D V-Cache chiplets with 192MB total L3 cache.
The 9850X3D positioning suggests AMD is creating a tiered X3D lineup: the 9800X3D for mainstream gamers, the 9850X3D for enthusiasts seeking maximum 8-core performance, and the rumored 9950X3D2 for content creators and extreme gaming builds.
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FAQs
When will AMD officially announce the Ryzen 7 9850X3D?
Expected at CES 2026 in January, though AMD accidentally confirmed it via support page listing on November 30, 2025.
How much faster is the 9850X3D compared to 9800X3D?
The 9850X3D features a 400MHz higher boost clock (5.6GHz vs 5.2GHz), representing approximately 7.69% increased performance potential.
