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AMD Ryzen PRO 9 9965X3D vs Apple M3 Ultra: Comparison
AMD Ryzen PRO 9 9965X3D and Apple M3 Ultra differ on cores: AMD Ryzen PRO 9 9965X3D at 16, Apple M3 Ultra at 32, which puts Apple M3 Ultra ahead on that measure. They match on form factor and threads.
Specs
| Specification | ![]() | ![]() |
|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | Desktop | Desktop |
| Release Year | 2024 | 2025 |
| TDP | 120 W | 80 W |
| Socket | AM5 (LGA 1718) | Soldered |
| Cores | 16 | 32 |
| Threads | 32 | 32 |
| Architecture | Zen 5 (9000 series) | Apple Silicon, Third Generation |
Verdict
AMD Ryzen PRO 9 9965X3D
9.2 / 10 Expert Rating
The AMD Ryzen PRO 9 9965X3D is one of the best gaming CPUs available, its huge L3 cache translating directly into higher in-game frame rates.




