Ryzen 9 PRO 6950H
AMD
PassMark
23,781
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Overview
The Ryzen 9 PRO 6950H is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 19 April 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Rembrandt-H (Zen 3+) (2022) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.3 GHz, with boost up to 4.9 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 6 nm process technology. Socket: FP7. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 23,781 points. Launch price was $299.
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FPS Benchmarks
Predicted performance for Ryzen 9 PRO 6950H across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.
Counter-Strike 2
Cyberpunk 2077
Deadlock
Dota 2
Genshin Impact
League of Legends
Left 4 Dead 2
Naraka: Bladepoint
Path of Exile 2
Phasmophobia
Technical Analysis
Detailed breakdown of Ryzen 9 PRO 6950H specifications and capabilities.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 9 PRO 6950H is a 8-core / 16-thread processor based on the Rembrandt-H (Zen 3+) (2022) architecture, manufactured on a 6 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 4.9 GHz from a base frequency of 3.3 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 16 MB (total) of L3 cache, plus 512K (per core) of L2 cache and 64K (per core) of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 23,781, placing it in the Mid-Range performance tier as a Aging generation product.
| Specification | Ryzen 9 PRO 6950H |
|---|---|
| Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units | 8C / 16T |
| Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost | 4.9 GHz |
| Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency | 3.3 GHz |
| ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design | Rembrandt-H (Zen 3+) (2022) |
| Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient | 6 nm |
| L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores | 16 MB (total) |
| L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data | 512K (per core) |
| L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache | 64K (per core) |
| Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor | 208 mm2 |
| Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax) | 95 °C |
| 64-bit Support | Yes |
| Windows 11 Compatible | Yes |
| PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score | 23,781 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 9 PRO 6950H fits into the FP7 socket and supports PCIe 4.0. It supports DDR5 memory.
| Specification | Ryzen 9 PRO 6950H |
|---|---|
| TypeDesktop or Laptop processor | Laptop |
| SocketMotherboard socket required | FP7 |
| PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth | PCIe 4.0 |
| RAM TypeSupported memory standard | DDR5 |
| Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers | 1 |
Power & Cooling
The Ryzen 9 PRO 6950H has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 45 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.
| Specification | Ryzen 9 PRO 6950H |
|---|---|
| TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload | 45 Watt |
| Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax) | 95 °C |
Value Analysis
Performance ranking position: #620 out of all indexed processors.
| Specification | Ryzen 9 PRO 6950H |
|---|---|
| Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch | $299 |
| Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking | #620 |
| Release DateLaunch date | 19 April 2022 (3 years ago) |
| Release Year | 2022 |
| DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD) | AMD |
| ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC) | TSMC |
Specifications Reference
Raw spec sheet for quick lookup. The analysis cards above explain what these fields mean in practice.
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General Information
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General Information
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| Type | Laptop |
| Designer | AMD |
| Launch Price | $299 |
| Manufacturer | TSMC |
| Release Date | 19 April 2022 (3 years ago) |
| Architecture Codename | Rembrandt-H (Zen 3+) (2022) |
| Performance Ranking Position | 620 |
Technical Specifications
12 specs
Technical Specifications
12 specs
| Cores | 8 |
| Threads | 16 |
| Die Size | 208 mm2 |
| L1 Cache | 64K (per core) |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core) |
| L3 Cache | 16 MB (total) |
| Max Frequency | 4.9 GHz |
| 64-Bit Support | + |
| Base Frequency | 3.3 GHz |
| Process Technology | 6 nm |
| Max Core Temperature | 95 °C |
| Windows 11 Compatible | + |
Compatibility
4 specs
Compatibility
4 specs
| Socket | FP7 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 |
| Power Consumption (TDP) | 45 Watt |
| Max Processors In Config | 1 |
Memory
1 spec
Memory
1 spec
| RAM Types | DDR5 |
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