AMD is taking a strategic approach to its highly anticipated Ryzen 9000X3D processor lineup, unveiling the CPUs in stages throughout the year. This year, AMD will focus on releasing the top-tier models: the Ryzen 9 9950X3D, Ryzen 9 9900X3D, and Ryzen 7 9800X3D. However, the mid-range X3D chips, such as the Ryzen 5 9600X3D, are expected to arrive in 2025.
Recent insights from GIGABYTE’s X870 launch event, which included AMD staff, have revealed a more detailed launch timeline. The Ryzen 7 9800X3D, the star of the Ryzen 9000X3D series, is set to launch in late October. This marks a direct challenge to Intel’s upcoming Core Ultra 9 285K “Arrow Lake” CPU, promising an intense battle for gaming performance.
While the Ryzen 7 9800X3D is primed for a fall release, the higher-end 9950X3D and 9900X3D will have to wait a bit longer. The leaker, “zhangzhonghao”, has confirmed that these processors will be unveiled at CES 2025, and they will feature “new features.”
AMD representatives have hinted at these features and their impact on the release schedule. The focus on innovation with the 9950X3D and 9900X3D suggests that AMD is determined to push the boundaries of performance and efficiency even further, making for an exciting and highly anticipated launch next year. It’s clear that AMD is strategically planning its Ryzen 9000X3D release, ensuring each processor launch brings something fresh and competitive to the market.
