AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D: Top Gaming CPU Now Available at Amazon, Best Buy

If you're in the process of building a new gaming PC and seeking the top gaming processor, look no further. The recently released AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D AM5 desktop processor is now back in stock at Amazon for its retail price of $479, with shipping included. This is the official launch price with no markup, and it comes without any unnecessary bundled items. The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D stands out as the best gaming processor currently available, outperforming both AMD and Intel competitors, including the more expensive Intel Core Ultra 9 285K.

Update: It's also available at Best Buy, although you may need to wait in a queue.

Highlight: AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D Desktop Processor

AMD's X3D series processors are specifically optimized for gaming, thanks to AMD's 3D V-Cache technology. They deliver superior performance compared to even the most expensive standard AMD CPUs. While capable of handling multitasking, rendering, and content creation, their limited number of cores makes them less ideal for these tasks. Priced at $479, the 9800X3D is not only $110 cheaper than the Intel Core Ultra 9 285K ($589) but also $170 less than the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X, yet it outperforms both in gaming scenarios. Unless you're a die-hard Intel supporter or still using the AM4 platform and reluctant to upgrade your components, the 9800X3D is the clear choice for your next gaming setup.

New Release: AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D AM5 Desktop Processor

• $479.00 at Amazon
• $479.00 at Best Buy

In our AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D review, Jackie Thomas wrote:

"The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D is extremely powerful in games, making it easier to recommend than other recent processors like the Intel Core Ultra 9 285K or Ryzen 9 9900X. Especially if you're building a rig with a powerful graphics card, the 9800X3D is the best way to maximize the performance of your GPU."

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