AMD Ryzen 9 9900X3DAM5 boxed processor 100-100001368WOF · cooler not included- Maximum boost clock
- 5.5 GHzThis one: 5.6 GHz
- CPU architecture
- Zen 5This one: Zen 4
Boxed, no cooler · part 100-100000909WOF
A 12-core, 24-thread Zen 4 processor for AM5 with AMD 3D V-Cache, giving 128 MB of L3 cache in total, plus up to 5.6 GHz boost and a 120 W default TDP. It includes basic Radeon graphics; the boxed version has no cooler.

Specifications checked 12 Sept 2026Manufacturer specifications, not a hands-on test.
12 Zen 4 cores and 24 threads with up to 5.6 GHz boost and 128 MB of L3 cache using AMD 3D V-Cache.
Supports EXPO memory profiles, Precision Boost Overdrive and Curve Optimizer, plus PCIe 5.0 (24 usable lanes) and ECC memory on compatible motherboards.
No cooler in the box, and AMD recommends liquid cooling for best performance.
Needs an AM5 motherboard whose BIOS supports this processor, plus DDR5 memory; memory is rated at DDR5-5200 with two sticks but only DDR5-3600 with four.
AMD doesn't list unlocked CPU-multiplier overclocking for this model; tuning is through PBO, Curve Optimizer and EXPO. Its maximum operating temperature is 89°C.
Products in this catalogue that list the same socket or memory type as the AMD Ryzen 9 7900X3D. A shared socket or memory type is necessary but not sufficient: check the exact CPU and memory support lists, and the BIOS version, before buying.
Exact configuration: AM5 boxed processor 100-100000909WOF · cooler not included
38 specifications in 9 groups. Values are manufacturer specifications unless a row says “Measured result” or “Calculated from cited specifications”. 3 rows repeat listed facts in the manufacturer’s own wording, kept under “Manufacturer wording”.
Peak boost clock, not a sustained all-core speed.
SourceAMD's base frequency, not a guaranteed all-core speed under every workload.
SourceAMD's CPU core architecture.
SourceAMD lists EXPO memory profiles, Precision Boost Overdrive, Curve Optimizer and Ryzen Master support. Its specification page doesn't list unlocked CPU-multiplier overclocking for this model.
SourceAutomatic boost, separate from Precision Boost Overdrive and manual overclocking. Clocks vary with workload, cooling and power.
SourceThe same facts in the manufacturer’s combined or original wording, each with its source.
Manufacturer core count and architecture, not an application-performance ranking.
SourceMaximum boost is not a sustained all-core frequency. Workload, cooling and firmware affect clocks.
SourceDefault TDP, not measured system power.
SourceAMD's maximum operating temperature (Tjmax), not a typical running temperature.
SourceThe same facts in the manufacturer’s combined or original wording, each with its source.
AMD's thermal design rating, not the power the whole system will draw.
SourceAMD rates two DIMMs (single- or dual-rank) at DDR5-5200 and four at DDR5-3600. Check the motherboard's memory support list; EXPO speeds aren't guaranteed.
SourceAMD's CPU limit; the motherboard, its BIOS and the memory kit must also support this capacity.
SourceApplies to two single-rank or two dual-rank DDR5 modules. EXPO memory overclocking is separate and depends on the motherboard.
SourceApplies to four single-rank or four dual-rank DDR5 modules; slower than the two-module rating.
SourceNeeds a motherboard and memory that support ECC.
SourceMemory channels in the processor, not the number of motherboard DIMM slots.
SourceManufacturer graphics configuration, not a measured gaming result. Display outputs depend on the motherboard.
SourceNeeds a motherboard USB-C port wired for display output.
SourceGraphics cores in the built-in Radeon graphics.
SourceBuilt-in graphics clock; display outputs depend on the motherboard.
SourceNative CPU version and lane totals, not graphics-slot width or motherboard slot count. Actual links depend on the motherboard and installed devices.
SourceUSB provided by the processor itself; the motherboard decides which ports, including any USB4, are actually fitted.
SourceThe motherboard, drivers and drives must also support these modes, and some boards offer fewer.
SourceAMD doesn't include a cooler with this boxed version; choose one that fits AM5 and the motherboard.
SourceChipset families AMD lists; check the motherboard's CPU-support list and BIOS version.
SourceAMD's launch date, not a sign of current stock.
SourceAMD lists global availability; UK and US stock, box contents and warranty can still vary by seller.
SourceSoftware and firmware must support these instruction sets.
SourceManufacturing process for the CPU cores.
SourceManufacturing process for the separate I/O die.
SourceNumber of dies in the processor package; not all of them contain CPU cores.
SourceSize of each CPU compute die.
SourceSize of the I/O die.
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