# Hyper-Fast CPU Designs The New AMD ‘Ryzen 9’ is an Ultra-Fast CPU By Daniel Johnson | Published 2019-05-27 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultra-fast-cpu References: [engadget](https://www.engadget.com/2019/05/26/amds-third-gen-ryzen-9-cpu-is-a-12-core-powerhouse-for-499/) & [community.amd](https://community.amd.com/community/gaming/blog/2019/05/26/the-industry-leading-amd-am4-x570-chipset) [AMD](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ryzen-9000) announced it will be releasing a new ultra-fast CPU. The CPU is titled the 'Ryzen 9 3900X' and is the third version of Ryzen CPUs. The new Ryzen CPU is a 12-core and 24 thread model. The design will have a [new chip configuration](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-cache-boost), called Zen 2 architecture. This new design will improve performance by 15 percent. The 'Ryzen 9 3900X' operates at speeds from 3.68-4.6GHz and has 70MB of total cache. This is double the performance and cache when compared to previous CPU models the company released. The new AMD CPU has a $499 price point. AMD set this price point in order for its model to be significantly cheaper than comparable CPUs. The AMD ultra-fast CPU will be available for purchase July 7th. Image Credit: engadget ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.1/10 - Popularity: 19% | Activity: 7% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/computers) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Ultra-fast CPU Designs:** The new designs that offer significantly faster processing speeds and improved performance create oppotunities for other companies to build on this technology. - **Chip Architecture Innovation:** Advances in chip architecture technology such as the Zen 2 design will attract attention and investment from the computer hardware industry. - **Price Competition for Cpus:** The lower price point of the AMD Ryzen 9 compared to similar CPUs will force other brands to consider lowering their prices to remain competitive. ### Where This Applies - **Computer Hardware:** The advancements in CPU designs and the demand for high-performance computing present opportunities for innovation and growth in the computer hardware industry. - **Electronics Retail:** The introduction of new, cheaper, and faster CPUs creates opportunities for electronics retailers to differentiate their product lines, attract new customers, and increase sales. - **Consumer Electronics:** Advancements in computer processor technology drive innovation in consumer electronics such as gaming consoles, laptops, and smartphones. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [AI-Accelerated Computer Processors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ryzen-9000.md) - [Industry-Leading Consumer Processors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ryzen-9-9950x.md) - [Record-Setting Gaming Processors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ryzen-9-9950x3d.md) - [Gaming-Focused High-End Processors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/9900x3d.md) - [Next-Gen AI-Accelerated Processors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ryzen-7-9800x3d.md) - [Enterprise-Grade CPU Releases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/threadripper-9975wx.md) - [High-Level Computing Processors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ryzen-9-pro-9945.md) - [3D V-Cache Graphics Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/7800x3d.md) - [Ultra-Fast Desktop CPUs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amd-8600g.md)