AMD Ryzen 9000 Series Leak Hints at 16-Core X3D Processor
5 Nov 2024
A new leak from Gigabyte hints that AMD’s upcoming Ryzen 9000 series could feature a 16-core processor with 3D V-Cache technology. Though unconfirmed, this rumored addition to AMD’s lineup would bring enhanced gaming and productivity performance.
Potential Specs and Performance Boost
The leak, stemming from a Gigabyte press release, mentions a new “X3D Turbo Mode” available through AGESA 1.2.0.2A firmware for AM5 motherboards. This mode could optimize core usage, bandwidth, and power efficiency, with potential gaming performance increases of up to 18% for Ryzen 9000 X3D processors. Gigabyte’s report also suggests similar improvements for non-X3D models.
“GIGABYTE X3D Turbo Mode is a cutting-edge feature that unifies core distribution, bandwidth tuning, and hardware power balancing, pushing gaming performance to new levels,” according to Gigabyte’s release. “Testing shows up to 18% performance boosts for Ryzen 9000 series 16-core X3D processors and similar gains for non-X3D models.”
Gaming Efficiency Enhancements
Gigabyte’s X3D Turbo Mode is expected to optimize performance by selectively disabling one core complex die (CCD) and simultaneous multithreading (SMT) for the 12- and 16-core models, potentially reducing latency and enhancing gaming efficiency. If this feature becomes widely available, it may signal AMD’s commitment to balancing general-purpose and gaming-focused performance across its high-core-count CPUs.
Rumored Models and Launch Timeline
If the leaks are accurate, AMD may launch a full Ryzen 9000 X3D lineup at CES 2025, including models like the 16 core Ryzen 9 9950X3D and the 12-core Ryzen 9 9900X3D
Awaiting Official Confirmation
With CES 2025 only months away, AMD enthusiasts are keenly awaiting official confirmation on these leaks. If these rumored specs hold, the Ryzen 9000 series could set new standards for gaming and multitasking performance, especially with the 3D V-Cache technology pushing AMD’s capabilities further.