For weeks, we were met with continuous disappointment that AMD’s X3D range of desktop gaming processors could not be purchased at the original launch prices. Thankfully, Amazon is now selling both the Ryzen 7 9800X3D and Ryzen 9 9900X3D, with the only exception being the Ryzen 9 9950X3D, at their MSRP. The 8-core, 16-thread SKU is listed for $479, with the 12-core, 24-thread version available for $599.
However, the Ryzen 9 9900X3D only has a few units remaining in stock, and at the time of writing, we spotted only 15. Now, there are a multitude of Amazon sellers who have listed both the Ryzen 7 9800X3D and the Ryzen 9 9900X3D at lowered prices, but more often than not, these processors do not get shipped to the customers. In light of these incidents, what is so different about these listings? For one thing, both CPUs will be shipped by Amazon, so the guarantee element is always there.
Moreover, if you place an order right now, it will only take a little over a week for either the Ryzen 7 9800X3D or the Ryzen 9 9900X3D to reach your doorstep. As for the specifications, AMD’s 8-core, 16-thread CPU offers 96MB of L3 cache, whereas the 12-core, 24-thread part ships with 128MB. The massive amounts of L3 cache are exactly why both these chips deliver unrivaled gaming performance, but the extra core count will come in handy when tackling applications that take advantage of multiple cores.
We obviously cannot confirm if these prices will last, but if you want to futureproof your gaming PC, then apart from getting a capable GPU, a Ryzen 7 9800X3D and a Ryzen 9 9900X3D upgrade is equally important, and with the starting price reduced to $479, now is as good as a time as any.
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About the author: Omar Sohail is a reporter and analyst for Wccftech's mobile section, specializing in the technology and business of the mobile industry. His expertise lies in the intricate hardware supply chain, covering developments in semiconductor manufacturing, chip lithography, and camera sensor technology.
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