AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D Matches 9800X3D in Early Performance Leaks
Initial leaks regarding the AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D processor suggest it may match the performance levels of its predecessor, the Ryzen 7 9800X3D. Although official performance statistics are still pending, early benchmarks and user reports provide a glimpse into its capabilities.
Overview of the AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D
The Ryzen 7 9850X3D is set to officially launch on January 29, 2026, with a retail price of $499. Some users, however, have managed to acquire the CPU early through various retailers and resellers, with one user reporting a purchase price of $570.
Early User Benchmarks
- One Reddit user, known as u/dobum, tested the 9850X3D using the latest MSI BIOS released in December 2025.
- Under standard BIOS settings with Precision Boost Overdrive (PBO) enabled, the CPU scored 568 points in Cinebench 2026.
- This score is identical to that of the Ryzen 7 9800X3D, indicating comparable single-thread performance.
While the single-core and multi-thread performance metrics are still under wraps, no significant improvements are anticipated based on current data. It is expected that upcoming BIOS updates from motherboard manufacturers will optimize the 9850X3D’s performance further.
User Experiences and Performance Challenges
Another user, u/kronoseedlc, experienced difficulties achieving clock speeds of 5.7 GHz across all cores, even with an MSI MPG X870E Carbon WiFi motherboard and the latest AGESA PI pre-1.3.0.0 BIOS. This BIOS version is compatible with newer Ryzen chips, but stability is not guaranteed, potentially affecting the CPU’s performance.
Interestingly, another individual reported reaching a peak clock speed of 5.75 GHz on all cores, albeit without disclosing tuning settings.
Gaming Performance Insights
- u/kronoseedlc conducted gaming benchmarks revealing that the Ryzen 7 9850X3D could achieve over 900 FPS in Counter-Strike 2 when paired with a GeForce RTX 5090.
- Such high FPS levels were also noted with the Ryzen 7 9800X3D and 7800X3D, leaving the overall performance comparisons still inconclusive.
Further insights will be available when formal reviews are released, following the lift of the review embargo. As it stands, the Ryzen 7 9850X3D appears to be on par with the previous generation, setting the stage for competitive gaming performance and user interest.
