16-Core Processors

3 16-Core processors from AMD and Intel. Prices run $539 to $629.

AMD

16 Cores, AM5, AMD, Ryzen 9

+16 cores for heavy parallel workloads

+X3D model with extra cache for gaming

+Uses the AM5 socket for current-generation platforms

$624.00-11%List: ~~$699.00~~

as of 11/04/2026 12:08 PST - Details

AMDSpec score 9.5

16 Cores, AM5, AMD, Ryzen 9

+16 cores and 32 threads for heavy parallel workloads

+Unlocked for manual overclocking

+Uses the AM5 socket for current-generation platforms

$539.00

as of 11/04/2026 12:08 PST - Details

AMDSpec score 9.5

16 Cores, AM5, AMD, Ryzen 9

+16 cores and 32 threads for heavy parallel workloads

+X3D model with extra cache for gaming

+Uses the AM5 socket for current-generation platforms

−Lacks integrated graphics, needs a discrete graphics card

$629.99-10%List: ~~$699.00~~

as of 11/04/2026 12:08 PST - Details

Compare specs

Cores	Socket	Maker	Processor line	Spec score	Price
16	AM5	AMD	Ryzen 9	n/a	$624.00 as of 11/04/2026 12:08 PST - Details
16	AM5	AMD	Ryzen 9	9.5	$539.00 as of 11/04/2026 12:08 PST - Details
16	AM5	AMD	Ryzen 9	9.5	$629.99 as of 11/04/2026 12:08 PST - Details

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