AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D: Top Gaming CPU Now Back in Stock on Amazon

If you're in the process of building out a new gaming PC and are on the hunt for the best gaming processor, look no further. The recently released AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D AM5 desktop processor is back in stock at Amazon at its retail price of $479 shipped. This is the official launch price with no markup, and it comes without any unwanted bundles. The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D stands out as the best gaming processor on the market, surpassing both AMD and Intel options and offering better value than the more expensive Intel Core Ultra 9 285K.

Highlight: AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D Desktop Processor

AMD's X3D series processors are specifically optimized for gaming, thanks to their 3D V-Cache technology, which allows them to outperform even the most expensive of AMD's standard CPU lineup in gaming benchmarks. While they can handle multitasking, rendering, and content creation, their limited number of cores means they are not the best fit for these tasks. Priced at $479, the 9800X3D is $110 cheaper than the Intel Core Ultra 9 285K ($589) and $170 less than the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X, yet it outperforms both in gaming scenarios. Unless you're a dedicated Intel supporter or sticking with AM4 and unwilling to upgrade, the 9800X3D is the clear choice for your next gaming rig.

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

"The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D is extremely powerful in games, making it a more compelling choice than other recent processors like the Intel Core Ultra 9 285K or Ryzen 9 9900X. 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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