
At CES 2025, AMD set the stage for the future of gaming with the announcement of the new Ryzen 9 9950X3D and 9900X3D processors. Powered by the “Zen 5” architecture and 2nd Gen 3D V-Cache technology, these desktop CPUs are designed to deliver unparalleled gaming performance. The 9950X3D offers 16 cores and 32 threads, with a boost frequency of up to 5.7 GHz, making it the ultimate choice for gamers and creators alike.
Model | Cores/Threads | Boost / Base Frequency | Total Cache | PCIe | TDP |
AMD Ryzen 9950X3D | 16C/32T | Up to 5.7 / 4.3 GHz | 144 MB | Gen 5 | 170W |
AMD Ryzen 9900X3D | 12C/24T | Up to 5.5 / 4.4 GHz | 140 MB | Gen 5 | 120W |
In terms of availability, the new Ryzen X3D models are expected to be on-shelf in Q1 2025. At the time of writing, there’s no word on the pricing.
AMD also unveiled the Ryzen Z2 series, its second-generation handheld gaming processors. Featuring up to 12 “Zen 5” CPU cores and RDNA 3.5 graphics, these processors enable console-class gaming in portable form factors. The flagship Ryzen Z2 Extreme supports ultra-responsive gaming with enhanced power efficiency for extended playtime.
Model | Cores/Threads | Boost / Base Frequency | Graphics Core Count | cTDP | Graphics Model |
AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme | 8C/16T | Up to 5 / 2 GHz | 16 | 15-35W | AMD RDNA 3.5 |
AMD Ryzen Z2 | 8C/16T | Up to 5.1 / 3.3 GHz | 12 | 15-30W | AMD RDNA 3 |
AMD Ryzen Z2 Go | 4C/8T | Up to 4.3 / 3 GHz | 12 | 15-30W | AMD RDNA 2 |
Similar to the Ryzen X3D processors, we should be seeing handhelds powered by the Ryzen Z2 processors in Q1 2025.
In addition, the Ryzen 9000HX Series brings AMD’s desktop-class gaming power to laptops. The flagship Ryzen 9 9955HX3D boasts 16 cores, a 5.4 GHz boost frequency, and AMD’s Radeon 610M integrated graphics, providing an unmatched mobile gaming experience. These processors also feature 2nd-gen 3D V-Cache technology, which is now located right below the processor. This helps to deliver higher performance benefits, lower temperatures and higher clock rates.
Model | Cores/Threads | Boost / Base Frequency | Total Cache | Graphics Model | cTDP |
AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX3D | 16/32 | Up to 5.4/2.5 GHz | 144 MB | AMD Radeon 610M graphics | 55-75W |
AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX | 16/32 | Up to 5.4/2.5 GHz | 80 MB | AMD Radeon 610M graphics | 55-75W |
AMD Ryzen 9 9850HX | 12/24 | Up to 5.2/3.0 GHz | 76 MB | AMD Radeon 610M graphics | 45-75W |
Unlike the rest of the processors, the Ryzen 9000HX series powered laptops will take some time, but should still be available in the first half of 2025.
Speaking about laptops, AMD has launched a ton of new AI processors as well, as part of its Ryzen AI Max series. These processors, designed for premium thin and light notebooks, feature up to 16 “Zen 5” cores, 40 RDNA 3.5 graphics compute units, and an AMD XDNA 2 Neural Processing Unit (NPU) capable of 50 TOPS (Trillion Operations Per Second). With support for up to 128GB of unified memory, Ryzen AI Max processors redefine multitasking and accelerate AI-enabled applications like generative AI and digital assistants.
Model | Cores / Threads | Boost2 / Base Frequency | Total Cache | Graphics Model AMD | cTDP | NPU TOPS | Graphics Cores |
AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 | 16C/32T | Up to 5.1 /3.0 GHz | 80MB | AMD Radeon 8060S Graphics | 45-120W | 50 | 40 |
AMD Ryzen AI Max 390 | 12C/24T | Up to 5.0 / 3.2 GHz | 76MB | AMD Radeon 8050S Graphics | 45-120W | 50 | 32 |
AMD Ryzen AI Max 385 | 8C/16T | Up to 5.0 / 3.6 GHz | 40MB | AMD Radeon 8050S Graphics | 45-120W | 50 | 32 |
AMD Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395 | 16C/32T | Up to 5.1 / 3.0 GHz | 80MB | AMD Radeon 8060S Graphics | 45-120W | 50 | 40 |
AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 | 12C/24T | Up to 5.0 / 3.2 GHz | 76MB | AMD Radeon 8050S Graphics | 45-120W | 50 | 32 |
AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 385 | 8C/16T | Up to 5.0 / 3.6 GHz | 40MB | AMD Radeon 8050S Graphics | 45-120W | 50 | 32 |
AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 380 | 6C/12T | Up to 4.9 / 3.6 GHz | 22MB | AMD Radeon 8040S Graphics | 45-120W | 50 | 16 |
Complementing the AI Max lineup are the Ryzen AI 300 and Ryzen AI 200 series processors, bringing advanced AI capabilities to mainstream and entry-level systems. These processors enable Windows Copilot+ features such as live transcription, language translation, and AI-enhanced productivity. Similar to the AI Max lineup, there are both PRO and non-PRO variants, with the major difference being that PRO Series processors will deliver exceptional security and manageability features for business professionals on the go.
Model | Cores / Threads | Boost5 / Base Frequency | Total Cache | Graphics Model AMD | cTDP | NPU TOPS |
AMD Ryzen™ AI 7 350 | 8C/16T | Up to 5.0 / 2.0 GHz | 24 MB | AMD Radeon™ 860M Graphics | 15-54W | 50 |
AMD Ryzen™ AI 5 340 | 6C/12T | Up to 4.8 / 2.0 GHz | 22 MB | AMD Radeon™ 840M Graphics | 15-54W | 50 |
AMD Ryzen™ AI 7 PRO 350 | 8C/16T | Up to 5.0 / 2.0 GHz | 24 MB | AMD Radeon™ 860M Graphics | 15-54W | 50 |
AMD Ryzen™ AI 5 PRO 340 | 6C/12T | Up to 4.8 / 2.0 GHz | 22 MB | AMD Radeon™ 840M Graphics | 15-54W | 50 |
AMD Ryzen™ 9 270 | 8C/16T | Up to 5.2 / 4.0 GHz | 24MB | AMD Radeon™ 780M Graphics | 35-54W | 16 |
AMD Ryzen™ 7 260 | 8C/16T | Up to 5.1 / 3.8 GHz | 24MB | AMD Radeon™ 780M Graphics | 35-54W | 16 |
AMD Ryzen™ 7 250 | 8C/16T | Up to 5.1 / 3.3 GHz | 24MB | AMD Radeon™ 780M Graphics | 15-30W | 16 |
AMD Ryzen™ 5 240 | 6C/12T | Up to 5.0 / 4.3 GHz | 22MB | AMD Radeon™ 760M Graphics | 35-54W | 16 |
AMD Ryzen™ 5 230 | 6C/12T | Up to 4.9 / 3.5 GHz | 22MB | AMD Radeon™ 760M Graphics | 15-30W | 16 |
AMD Ryzen™ 5 220 | 6C/12T | Up to 4.9 / 3.2 GHz | 22MB | AMD Radeon™ 740M Graphics | 15-30W | N/A |
AMD Ryzen™ 3 210 | 4C/8T | Up to 4.7 / 3.0 GHz | 12MB | AMD Radeon™ 740M Graphics | 15-30W | N/A |
AMD Ryzen™ 7 PRO 250 | 8C/16T | Up to 5.1 / 3.3 GHz | 24 MB | AMD Radeon™ 780M graphics | 15-30W | 16 |
AMD Ryzen™ 5 PRO 230 | 6C/12T | Up to 4.9 / 3.5 GHz | 22 MB | AMD Radeon™ 760M graphics | 15-30W | 16 |
AMD Ryzen™ 5 PRO 220 | 6C/12T | Up to 4.9 / 3.2 GHz | 22 MB | AMD Radeon™ 740M graphics | 15-30W | N/A |
AMD Ryzen™ 3 PRO 210 | 4C/8T | Up to 4.7 / 3 GHz | 12 MB | AMD Radeon™ 740M graphics | 15-30W | N/A |
Systems featuring the new Ryzen AI 300 processors are anticipated to launch in Q1 2025, while those powered by the Ryzen 200 and Ryzen 200 PRO Series processors are expected to hit the market in Q2 2025.
From groundbreaking gaming processors to revolutionary AI-enabled CPUs, AMD’s announcements at CES 2025 reaffirm its position as a leader in high-performance computing. Whether for gaming, professional workloads, or enterprise solutions, AMD’s innovative technologies continue to push the boundaries of what’s possible.