Thermal Grizzly Sells Delidded Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 Dual Edition for $1,403

Delidded Processor Offering

Thermal Grizzly has introduced a delidded version of AMD's Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 Dual Edition processor. This specialized offering is priced at $1,402.83, which represents a premium of over $500 compared to the standard retail price of the processor.

Included Services and Warranty

The purchase includes more than just the delidded CPU. Thermal Grizzly thoroughly cleans and tests each processor after delidding, recording its operating temperature. Customers receive a USB stick containing the test results and a microscope image of the exposed processor. A significant benefit is the 24-month worldwide warranty provided by Thermal Grizzly, which is crucial as delidding typically voids AMD's original warranty.

Extended Warranty Coverage

Thermal Grizzly's warranty extends beyond standard practices. Under German law, the burden of proof for defects usually shifts to the customer after 12 months. However, Thermal Grizzly's warranty explicitly states that this reversal does not apply to its TG Delid CPUs, ensuring the company remains responsible for the product throughout the entire 24-month period.

Target Audience and Processor Details

The Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 Dual Edition is AMD's high-end desktop processor, featuring 16 Zen 5 cores, 32 threads, and 192MB of L3 cache due to its dual-CCD 3D V-Cache configuration. It has a 200W TDP and can consume more power under heavy loads, with AMD recommending liquid cooling. This delidded version caters to enthusiasts seeking maximum performance from AMD's flagship AM5 processor, offering a factory-tested direct-die solution with an included warranty.