# The new AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 Dual Edition has higher power limits and packs a pair of 3D V-Cache equipped CCDs.

*semiconductor · news · 2026-04-21 · Hot Hardware*

## Key points

- The Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 Dual Edition features 3D V-Cache on both CCDs, totaling 192MB L3 cache.
- This symmetrical dual-CCD design eliminates the need for special driver scheduling for optimal performance.
- The processor has higher power limits, allowing sustained high boost clocks but increasing power consumption.
- Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 Dual Edition maintains AM5 socket compatibility, requiring only BIOS/UEFI updates.

**Companies:** AMD
**Countries:** United States

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