If you're putting together a PC for hardcore gaming or intensive productivity tasks like rendering or video editing, it's a good idea to use some of the best CPUs and GPUs available so that you can enjoy optimal performance. Unfortunately, these components are often very expensive, which makes it difficult to build a high-end rig without breaking the bank.
If you're willing to use AMD hardware, though, we have some good news: currently, a variety of Team Red's flagship Ryzen CPUs and Radeon GPUs are on sale for some of the lowest prices we've ever seen them go for. They're far from cheap — these are some of the best PC parts that money can buy, after all — but they're definitely more affordable than they are usually. Majorly discounted components include the Ryzen 9 7950X3D, 5950X, and Ryzen 7 5800X3D processors, along with the Radeon RX 7900 XTX, 7900 XT, and 6950 XT graphics cards.
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• Windows laptops
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• Gaming monitors
• GPU deals: AMD & NVIDIA
• Motherboard deals: Intel & AMD
• NAS deals: Network-attached storage
• Routers
All of these deals on AMD CPUs and GPUs are fantastic, but which ones should you pull the trigger on? Ultimately, it depends on what you're planning to do with your PC, the level of performance you're targeting, and the other components you want to pair with your processor and/or graphics card.
If you're looking to build a PC that can crush high-end gaming and intensive productivity workloads, you'll be best served by the Ryzen 9 7950X3D and the Radeon RX 7900 XTX. These are the best components that Team Red has on offer, and thanks to these discounts, they're not as pricey as they usually are. Just make sure you have one of the best AM5 motherboards and DDR5 RAM modules, as the 7950X3D isn't compatible with AM4 and AM5 won't work with DDR4 memory. If you don't want to upgrade from AM4, go with the Ryzen 9 5950X.
If you only care about gaming, the Ryzen 9 7950X3D is still worth consideration at this discount, though the Ryzen 7 5800X3D is also an incredible CPU to keep in mind if you already have an AM4 motherboard and don't want to move to the latest socket. There's a reason it's been an extremely popular choice for PC gamers ever since it launched last year, after all.
For a GPU, you'll want the RX 7900 XTX if you're targeting a top-notch 4K gaming experience with the highest settings and framerates, with the RX 7900 XT being the optimal choice for mid-range 4K and elite 1440p. There's also the RX 6950 XT, which is a less expensive alternative that handles high-end 1440p very well.
