Question 9 9950x in 2025, Future Proof?

Dec 8, 2024
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Is the Ryzen 9 9950x still a strong workstation CPU I was curious whether the future upgrade path would be good because I heard rumors about AM6 being released in 2027 or if there is another CPU that I would go with for like a lot of work and some heavy gaming, maybe like an Intel CPU would be good, I want this PC to last more than 6-7 years and want to do work such as 3d rendering, machine learning, video editing, multitasking, etc. What CPU would you guys recommend and if the 9 9950x would be a viable option for the future?
  1. Is the 9 9950x a good workstation CPU and solid for heavy gaming?
  2. Is it future-proof?
  3. Are there any other better options to go with?
  4. I want this primarily for work and heavy gaming
Thanks!
 
  1. Is the 9 9950x a good workstation CPU and solid for heavy gaming? Answer: Yes to both aspects.
  2. Is it future-proof? Answer: As much as any current top of the line CPU offering.
  3. Are there any other better options to go with? Answer: Maybe, but that is a matter of preference, budget, etc.
  4. I want this primarily for work and heavy gaming Answer: Should excel at both.
 
  1. Is the 9 9950x a good workstation CPU and solid for heavy gaming? Answer: Yes to both aspects.
  2. Is it future-proof? Answer: As much as any current top of the line CPU offering.
  3. Are there any other better options to go with? Answer: Maybe, but that is a matter of preference, budget, etc.
  4. I want this primarily for work and heavy gaming Answer: Should excel at both.
Ok thanks, budget is around 500 600