AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D Launches as Fastest Gaming CPU at $479

AMD's latest processor features significant overclocking capabilities and improved 3D V-Cache technology, offering gamers enhanced performance and efficiency.

The Ryzen 7 9800X3D is AMD's first unlocked X3D processor, allowing for extensive overclocking, reaching up to 6.9 GHz with liquid nitrogen cooling.
Priced at $479, the CPU offers a base clock of 4.7 GHz and a boost clock of 5.2 GHz, with an impressive 96 MB of L3 cache for improved gaming performance.
The processor's 3D V-Cache technology has been advanced, offering better heat transfer and reduced latency, contributing to its superior gaming capabilities.
In gaming benchmarks, the Ryzen 7 9800X3D outperformed its predecessor, the 7800X3D, by an average of 7%, and surpassed the Ryzen 9 9900X in certain gaming scenarios.
The chip is compatible with existing AM5 motherboards, making it an easy upgrade for users seeking high-refresh-rate gaming without significant additional investments.