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Where to buy AMD's Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 — more L3 cache and dual 3D V-cache-stacked CCDs

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The new AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 processor is now available for purchase at various retailers for $899. It is designed for high-end tasks like Blender, 3D rendering, and content creation, with gaming performance similar to the 9800X3D. The 9950X3D2 features 3D V-cache technology, a larger L3 cache of 192MB, dual CCDs with stacked V-cache, and a 16-core, 32-thread setup with a 200W TDP. Despite its higher price compared to the 9950X3D, stock availability is not expected to be an issue. The processor excels in multi-threaded performance and is a solid choice for demanding tasks.

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