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AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D Desktop Processor

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Amazon has AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D Desktop Processor for $479. Shipping is free.

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  • The world's fastest gaming processor, built on AMD 'Zen5' technology and Next Gen 3D V-Cache.
  • 8 cores and 16 threads, delivering +~16% IPC uplift and great power efficiency
  • 96MB L3 cache with better thermal performance vs. previous gen and allowing higher clock speeds, up to 5.2GHz
  • Drop-in ready for proven Socket AM5 infrastructure
  • Cooler not included

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Note: Despite this product being offered at regular pricing, we are promoting it on the front page due to the overwhelmingly positive feedback from our community.

Amazon has AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D Desktop Processor for $479. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Member Jangstein for finding this deal.

Product Details:
  • The world's fastest gaming processor, built on AMD 'Zen5' technology and Next Gen 3D V-Cache.
  • 8 cores and 16 threads, delivering +~16% IPC uplift and great power efficiency
  • 96MB L3 cache with better thermal performance vs. previous gen and allowing higher clock speeds, up to 5.2GHz
  • Drop-in ready for proven Socket AM5 infrastructure
  • Cooler not included

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nsknuds
This literally is new..... Came out like 2 months ago.
SlickCrayon1512
Stop supporting them. Get a 9070 or rx7900. No difference on gaming
lp4james
This thing is a beast. Worth buying for anyone doing a new AM5 build.

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Jan 7, 2025
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CleverStag455
Jan 7, 2025
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Quote from WilliamG :
Any thoughts on a good motherboard for this thing? Motherboards are such a quagmire…
I was in the same space. I was considering the new set but didnt want all the bells and whistles so I went with a X870. Out of my consideration set, I picked the Gigabyte Eagle Wifi 7. Had me pay for what I wanted and nothing more. Got it for $190 and free RAM from Newegg.

Mnay people who want the best at the level seem to be going with the MSI Tomahawk and seem very happy.

Hope this helps as a kick off point!
Jan 7, 2025
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austanian
Jan 7, 2025
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Quote from steven99 :
9950x3d and 9900x3d were announced today so this might be why the 9800x3d is now readily available.
They are still selling out pretty quick. Given that the 3d v-cache is still on one CCD I suspect that this is still going to be the best gaming chip even ignoring the price. The scheduler is a bit better than it was with the 7900x3d/7950x3d at launch though.
Jan 7, 2025
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yimnvs
Jan 7, 2025
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Quote from eventin :
Ok, 200.00 for it new off woot. Keeps coming back in stock. Just as fast and you can OC it. Under half the price. Put the 280.00 towards a better GPU, you'll get way more extra frames out of that 280.00 worth of GPU than this CPU.
You can get an AMD 7500F new for $120 on Aliexpress and put even more money on the GPU for more FPS. But none of these CpUs will provide you with great 1% lows and the smoothness of the 9800x3d if you got a high emd GPU.
Last edited by yimnvs January 7, 2025 at 07:07 AM.
Jan 7, 2025
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austanian
Jan 7, 2025
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Quote from Jagsfan84 :
Depends on your use case. Racing and flight sims are generally CPU intensive and if you throw in VR into the mix then you are going to want a high vram card(12GB is the minimum for VR in multiplayer for DCS World) on top of the higher performance CPU
Even then that is a VERY budget dependent statement. Even when the 7800x3d was $330 it was almost always better (even sims) to go for a 7600/7600x until you crossed the 4070S GPU point meaning that it only became a good option for ~1500 builds.
We don't have real performance of the 50 series yet, but it is looking like a 20% price per frame update (USING NVIDIA'S PRESS RELEASE NON MSR GAMES THE 5070 LOOKS LIKE A 10% UPLIFT OVER 4070s AND I AM VERY SKEPTICAL ON 12GB VRAM). IMO if your total system budget is less than $1400 you should almost certainly get a 7600x combo package and GPU max.
Jan 7, 2025
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dahorn_msu
Jan 7, 2025
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Quote from DharmaBummed69 :
I ended up just ordering the 9700x for $320. I had $120 Amazon gift card from Birthday and Christmas so I just paid $225 out of pocket. It would have been $399 for the 9800x3D but I don't get to game as much as I used to so I'm not sure it's worth an extra $175. Haven't seen a 7800X3D lower than $449 right now other than AliExpress. I know it's not the best gaming CPU but it will do. I read it performs better now they raised the TDP to 105W One can always hope there will be a 9700X3D in the future.
Unless you play games at 1080p and need the highest frame rate possible, or will play games at 4k and have something like a 4080 super or higher, then the 9700x should be fine. The GPU won't be waiting for the CPU. If you are doing 1440p gaming then the 9700x or even 9600x are good CPUs.
Jan 7, 2025
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slickmqs
Jan 7, 2025
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I have a 13700k with RTX 4090 and mostly do 4k gaming, will there be any gain from upgrading to this CPU?
Jan 7, 2025
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austanian
Jan 7, 2025
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Quote from Solarium :
Nvidia 5000 series pricing just announced, gamers gonna eat good this year
I don't think so... unless that means AMD has to price the 9070xt at $500. Those performance numbers scream BS to me.

All the high uplift games were using multi-frame generation tech compared to single frame generation tech. I already avoid single frame generation tech for every thing except RPGs due to latency. USING the first party bench numbers when comparing like for like the 5070 looks 10% better than the 4070super. While the 4070s is currently $600 I saw as low as $560. Effectively meaning that this is just a 20% cost per frame uplift (assuming MSRP is real).
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Jan 7, 2025
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austanian
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Quote from slickmqs :
I have a 13700k with RTX 4090 and mostly do 4k gaming, will there be any gain from upgrading to this CPU?
If you are big into Sims and Turn Based games. This will be a huge step up.

If you are just a general gamer there is a step up, but IMO it isn't anywhere near the $500 delta you will eat for switching platforms.
Jan 7, 2025
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cheapass79
Jan 7, 2025
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Quote from burticus :
I want this, but don't $500 NEED it... plus the cost of new mobo and ddr5
I'm here in solidarity with you. My 5800x3d is plugging along just fine and I am not ready to deal with new motherboards and ram!

However, AMD just keeps making BEASTS and any one creating a new build needs to jump on this one!
Jan 7, 2025
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StrongCrowd1171
Jan 7, 2025
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Why would anyone want this knowing the 16 core one is around the corner for not much more? These will sink to 250-300 by fall
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great deal for wonderful CPU. in for 1! Thank you!!
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niteshoppa187
Jan 7, 2025
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Quote from austanian :
I don't think so... unless that means AMD has to price the 9070xt at $500. Those performance numbers scream BS to me. All the high uplift games were using multi-frame generation tech compared to single frame generation tech. I already avoid single frame generation tech for every thing except RPGs due to latency. USING the first party bench numbers when comparing like for like the 5070 looks 10% better than the 4070super. While the 4070s is currently $600 I saw as low as $560. Effectively meaning that this is just a 20% cost per frame uplift (assuming MSRP is real).
I hate to say it, but frame generation technology is looking like the future for AAA gaming. Take a look at games developed with the UE5 engine. RT, DLSS and Frame Gen are add-ons that can easily be implemented into any game, and dev's are already using it as a crutch for "free" performance. They will spend less time optimizing, and within another 1-2 years will pretty much expect you to have a GPU capable of these technologies.
Jan 7, 2025
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sheisty
Jan 7, 2025
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Quote from barabhas :
I got one from Micro Center two weeks ago for the same price. If you don't have one around, it well worth getting from Amazon, very fast CPU.
Exactly in was in stock for instore pickup for at least a week at all stores., previous MC restocks lasted a day or 2.

We are in times where you have to pay attention, and know where to look for things.
Jan 7, 2025
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eventin
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Quote from yimnvs :
You can get an AMD 7500F new for $120 on Aliexpress and put even more money on the GPU for more FPS. But none of these CpUs will provide you with great 1% lows and the smoothness of the 9800x3d if you got a high emd GPU.
True, if you have unlimited money and do not care about deals then buy the 9800x3d.
However this is a deal site where we are supposed to be "saving money" with Slickdeal pricing. Not promoting the newest AMD "advanced marketing".
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Quote from leecm :
I was watching a video comparing gaming performance between a 7800X3D and a 9800X3D, both paired with an RTX 4090, and the difference in FPS in games was very small if any. Wondering if this is even worth the price. Coming from a i5 13600k.
I have a 4090 and I went from a 12700K to 9800X3D. The difference is mind blowing in games. In CPU intensive games like Squad, Call to Arms, and Escape from Tarkov, my FPS nearly doubled. The 9800X3D is definitely faster than the 7800X3D, but the upgrade may not be worth it for most. Don't listen to people telling you that at 4K it does not make a difference. There are CPU intensive games where you will be bottle necked, especially if you have a monster card like the 4090. I am gaming at Ultrawide 1440p (3440x1440).
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