The best gaming CPU that "slam dunks on Intel" hits its lowest-ever price — there's no AAA PC title that the 9800X3D won't handle

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The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D is one of the gaming CPUs on the market, and it's now on sale for its lowest price yet.

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The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D processor in hand. (Image credit: Ben Wilson | Windows Central)

Processors are basically the crux of an entire gaming PC, needed to pair with a capable GPU and memory to run video games at their full potential and with smooth framerates for better gameplay, and they don't get much better than the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D.

This gaming powerhouse processor with 3D V-Cache has just reached its lowest price yet, now available for $419.95 on Amazon.

AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D 8-Core, 16-Thread Desktop Processor
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AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D 8-Core, 16-Thread Desktop Processor: was $479.99 now $419.95 at Amazon


"The Ryzen 7 9800X3D is a hot pick for those willing to upgrade, taking over from the 7800X3D as the best gaming CPU and beating Intel's top offering." ~ Ben Wilson, Senior Editor

Windows Central Review: ⭐⭐⭐⭐½

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Why buy the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D?

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AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D benchmark result graph for various PC games
AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D benchmark test results for varying games(Image credit: Ben Wilson | Windows Central)

The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D is capable of helping PCs run graphically demanding games like Cyberpunk 2077 and Forza Horizon 5 with insanely high framerates when paired with suitable GPUs, compared to Intel's CPUs.

The only real downsides are that you might need a new AM5 motherboard and DDR5 RAM if you are upgrading from AM4 systems, and its steep MSRP of $479.99 is $30 more expensive than the Ryzen 7 7800X3D.

However, its pricing issue has temporarily subsided due to Amazon's Spring Sale for 13%, which is the biggest discount the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D has had so far. So, if you're thirsting for an upgrade to help you achieve peak PC gaming graphics, this $419.95 bargain on Amazon is now the best time to do it.

FAQ

What motherboard does it need?

The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D requires a motherboard with an AM5 socket.

Does it require DDR5 RAM?

Yes, the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D requires DDR5 RAM (ideally at 6000 MT/s) to achieve optimal performance with EXPO profiles.

Is it good for productivity?

While the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D is capable of enhancing a computer's performance rate for productivity tasks, it performs better in gaming scenarios.

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Alexander Cope
Alexander Cope
Contributor — Gaming

Alexander Cope is a gaming veteran of 30-plus years, primarily covering PC and Xbox games here on Windows Central. Gaming since the 8-bit era, Alexander's expertise revolves around gaming guides and news, with a particular focus on Japanese titles from the likes of Elden Ring to Final Fantasy. Alexander is always on deck to help our readers conquer the industry's most difficult games — when he can pry himself away from Monster Hunter that is!

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