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AMD's new Ryzen 7 9800X3D is a high-performance gaming CPU featuring eight cores, sixteen threads, and second-gen 3D V-Cache, with speeds reaching up to 5.2 GHz. Priced at $479, it delivers approximately 8% better gaming performance than its predecessor, the 7800X3D, and outpaces Intel's Core Ultra 9 285K CPU in gaming benchmarks by up to 20%.

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AMD mega-success in Germany: dominates with 92% market share, leaves Intel with just 8%AMD mega-success in Germany: dominates with 92% market share, leaves Intel with just 8%

AMD is absolutely dominating the CPU market in Germany: AM5 and AM4 sockets have 92% market share, leaving Intel with a measely 7.84% market share.

PC gaming made 220% more revenue than consoles over the last 10 years says new reportPC gaming made 220% more revenue than consoles over the last 10 years says new report

PC gaming made significantly more revenue than consoles over the last decade, bringing in up to 220% higher revenues than consoles.

AMD says new Ryzen 9 9950X3D, 9900X3D processors have similar gaming performance to 9800X3DAMD says new Ryzen 9 9950X3D, 9900X3D processors have similar gaming performance to 9800X3D

AMD says that its new Ryzen 9 9950X3D and 9900X3D processors will have similar gaming performance to 9800X3D: extra CPU cores won't help for gaming.

AMD's new flagship Radeon RX 9070 XT rumored at $599 could be RTX 5070 Ti killer, for $150 lessAMD's new flagship Radeon RX 9070 XT rumored at $599 could be RTX 5070 Ti killer, for $150 less

AMD's new flagship RDNA 4-powered Radeon RX 9070 XT graphics card is rumored for $599, would be a GeForce RTX 5070 Ti killer for $150 less.

MSI MEG PC build at CES 2025: 9800X3D CPU, Gen5 SSD, dual RTX 4080 SUPRIM X cards, 1600W PSUMSI MEG PC build at CES 2025: 9800X3D CPU, Gen5 SSD, dual RTX 4080 SUPRIM X cards, 1600W PSU

MSI teases its MEG PC build at CES 2025: AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D, MEG X870E GODLIKE mobo dual GeForce RTX 4080 SUPRIM X cards, Gen5 SSD, and a 1600W PSU.

AMD says Ryzen 7 9800X3D shortages are because of Intel's new 'horrible product' aka Arrow LakeAMD says Ryzen 7 9800X3D shortages are because of Intel's new 'horrible product' aka Arrow Lake

AMD's new gaming CPU champion -- the Ryzen 7 9800X3D -- has shortages, and it's because Intel made a 'horrible product' says execs at CES 2025.

Watch out, Intel - AMD's Ryzen CPUs are getting far more popular going by latest Steam surveyWatch out, Intel - AMD's Ryzen CPUs are getting far more popular going by latest Steam survey

AMD CPUs are going from strength to strength according to Valve's hardware survey, and are up 5% over the past two months, poaching buyers from Intel.

AMD's new Ryzen 7 9800X3D is the most popular Zen 5 chip in Germany, selling like hotcakesAMD's new Ryzen 7 9800X3D is the most popular Zen 5 chip in Germany, selling like hotcakes

AMD's new Ryzen 7 9800X3D processor has become the best-selling Zen 5 chip in Germany, with one of the biggest retailers in the country sold out.

AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D uses thick dummy silicon: uses 93% of CCD stack, no perf boost, but crucialAMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D uses thick dummy silicon: uses 93% of CCD stack, no perf boost, but crucial

AMD's new Ryzen 7 9800X3D processor features thick layers of non-functional silicon on the CCD with SRAM extending on the edges to provide stability.

Lexar unleashes ultra-low latency DDR5-6000 CL26 memory, says it's 'ideal for 9800X3D'Lexar unleashes ultra-low latency DDR5-6000 CL26 memory, says it's 'ideal for 9800X3D'

Lexar has just unveiled its new DDR5 ARES memory that is offered in up to DDR5-6000 but at ultra-low latencies of just CL26, which is 'ideal for 9800X3D'.

AMD is working to improve Ryzen 9800X3D stock levels, but some may have to wait until 2025AMD is working to improve Ryzen 9800X3D stock levels, but some may have to wait until 2025

AMD says stock levels for its new Ryzen 9 9800X3D CPU will ramp up in Q1 2025, which is good because it's currently sold out everywhere.

ASUS will have X870 BTF motherboards + Ryzen 9 9000X3D processors on show at CES 2025ASUS will have X870 BTF motherboards + Ryzen 9 9000X3D processors on show at CES 2025

ASUS confirms it will have X870 BTF motherboards launching alongside AMD's new Ryzen 9 9950X3D, Ryzen 9 9900X3D processors at CES 2025.

AMD thinks gamers will switch from the 7800X3D to the new 9800X3D for the 'overclocking factor'AMD thinks gamers will switch from the 7800X3D to the new 9800X3D for the 'overclocking factor'

AMD says gamers will be enticed by the 'overclocking factor' of the new Ryzen 7 9800X3D, and will upgrade from their 7800X3D for that OC oomph.

MSI issues a statement on burnt AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D CPU and X870 motherboard socketMSI issues a statement on burnt AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D CPU and X870 motherboard socket

MSI responds to the case of the burned out Ryzen 7 9800X3D CPU and Tomahawk X870 motherboard, confirms that it's working with AMD and GamersNexus.

Intel has no plans to bring 3D V-Cache to its desktop Core Ultra CPU line-upIntel has no plans to bring 3D V-Cache to its desktop Core Ultra CPU line-up

Those holding out for a desktop Intel Core Ultra CPU with 3D V-Cache will need to wait a while because it's not on the cards or happening anytime soon.

AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D CPU + AM5 socket burned out, both physically damaged during installationAMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D CPU + AM5 socket burned out, both physically damaged during installation

AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D processor and AM5 socket burned to a crisp, both physically damaged either due to a fault, or a user error during installation.

AMD's new Ryzen 7 9800X3D tested against 7800X3D, 9700X, 7700X: all locked at 4.8GHzAMD's new Ryzen 7 9800X3D tested against 7800X3D, 9700X, 7700X: all locked at 4.8GHz

AMD's new Ryzen 7 9800X3D tested against the 7800X3D, 9700X, and 7700X processors all at a fixed 4.8GHz frequency... check out the results!

MSI 'X3D Gaming Mode' feature: faster gaming perf with single, dual-CCD Ryzen 3D V-Cache CPUsMSI 'X3D Gaming Mode' feature: faster gaming perf with single, dual-CCD Ryzen 3D V-Cache CPUs

MSI has just unleashed its new 'X3D Gaming Mode' feature: delivering performance boosts to games on single, dual CCD AMD Ryzen 3D V-Cache CPUs.

GIGABYTE's new X870I AORUS PRO ICE is the company's first X870-powered Mini-ITX motherboardGIGABYTE's new X870I AORUS PRO ICE is the company's first X870-powered Mini-ITX motherboard

GIGABYTE introduces its new X870I AORUS PRO ICE motherboard is a teeny-tiny Mini-ITX board, with the new X870 chipset and ready for an AMD Zen 5 processor.

TT Show Episode 59 - AMD Ryzen 9800X3D Review, the new gaming CPU champTT Show Episode 59 - AMD Ryzen 9800X3D Review, the new gaming CPU champ

It's review season on The TT Show - AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D, OLED displays, Alienware's new headset, and the Meletrix Zoom75 TIGA mechanical keyboard kit.

MSI overclocks AMD's new Ryzen 7 9800X3D to an incredible 7.24GHz on its new MEG X870E GODLIKEMSI overclocks AMD's new Ryzen 7 9800X3D to an incredible 7.24GHz on its new MEG X870E GODLIKE

MSI has just pushed AMD's new Ryzen 7 9800X3D to its limits using its new MEG X870E GODLIKE motherboard, hitting a blazing 7.241GHz.

AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D chip teardown: new 3D V-Cache stack teased under Zen 5 CCD hoodAMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D chip teardown: new 3D V-Cache stack teased under Zen 5 CCD hood

AMD's new Ryzen 7 9800X3D processor teardown: next-gen 3D V-Cache teased in a beautiful gold stack, right under blue Zen 5 CCD goodness.

AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D overclocked to 6.9GHz: 1000FPS in CS2, 2000FPS in Valorant at 100W powerAMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D overclocked to 6.9GHz: 1000FPS in CS2, 2000FPS in Valorant at 100W power

AMD's new Ryzen 7 9800X3D overclocked to 6.9GHz and smashes 1000FPS in Counter-Strike 2, and over 2000FPS in Valorant with just 100W power consumption.

AMD Ryzen 9800X3D sells out straight away - scalpers already offering CPU at inflated pricesAMD Ryzen 9800X3D sells out straight away - scalpers already offering CPU at inflated prices

It's a sad, but familiar, story, as in the US (and UK) you can't get the Ryzen 7 9800X3D anywhere - though German retailers appear to have stock.

GIGABYTE confirms 16 Core Ryzen 9000 X3D processors are coming soonGIGABYTE confirms 16 Core Ryzen 9000 X3D processors are coming soon

In a new press release for its new X3D Turbo Mode feature for its AM5 motherboards, GIGABYTE confirms Ryzen 9000 16-core X3D processors are 'incoming.'

AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D, overclocked to 5.46 GHz, outperforms the 7800X3D by 24%AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D, overclocked to 5.46 GHz, outperforms the 7800X3D by 24%

The Ryzen 7 9800X3D CPU with 3D V-Cache can be overclocked, and the proof is in a new Geekbench submission showcasing a 260 MHz faster boost clock speed.

ASUS rolls out 'Turbo Game Mode' for AM5 mobos: up to 35% more perf boost on X3D chipsASUS rolls out 'Turbo Game Mode' for AM5 mobos: up to 35% more perf boost on X3D chips

ASUS introduces 'Turbo Game Mode' for its fleet of AMD AM5 motherboards: second CCD and SMT toggles provide up to 35% more performance for X3D processors.

AMD Ryzen 9800X3D price rumor: $479 MSRP may leave some gamers regretting not buying a 7800X3DAMD Ryzen 9800X3D price rumor: $479 MSRP may leave some gamers regretting not buying a 7800X3D

PC gamers who had the chance to pick up a Ryzen 7800X3D for not much more than $300 in sales over the summer may be regretting not doing so.

AMD Ryzen 9800X3D price leaks again hint that this gaming CPU could see a price hike - to $499?AMD Ryzen 9800X3D price leaks again hint that this gaming CPU could see a price hike - to $499?

Will the new 3D V-Cache workhorse processor be 10% more expensive than its predecessor? More than a few price leaks are suggesting that, certainly.

AMD will release its the new Ryzen 7 9800X3D processor on November 7, reviews on November 6AMD will release its the new Ryzen 7 9800X3D processor on November 7, reviews on November 6

AMD's new Ryzen 7 9800X3D processor review embargo will lift on November 6, the 8-core, 16-thread Zen 5 CPU with next-gen 3D V-Cache is nearly here.

AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D full specs: 8C/16T Zen 5, 120W TDP, 96MB L3 cache, unlocked multiplierAMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D full specs: 8C/16T Zen 5, 120W TDP, 96MB L3 cache, unlocked multiplier

AMD's upcoming Ryzen 7 9800X3D full specs revealed: 8 cores, 16 threads of Zen 5 at up to 5.2GHz, 120W TDP, 96MB L3 cache, unlocked multiplier.

AMD Ryzen 9800X3D full specs spilled, plus benchmark leak sees the CPU equal 9950X in GeekbenchAMD Ryzen 9800X3D full specs spilled, plus benchmark leak sees the CPU equal 9950X in Geekbench

In single-core, anyway, and the incoming Ryzen 9800X3D processor is looking very strong for non-gaming performance, as previous rumors have indicated.

Check out AMD's new Ryzen 7 9800X3D get delidded: next-gen 3D V-Cache shown offCheck out AMD's new Ryzen 7 9800X3D get delidded: next-gen 3D V-Cache shown off

AMD's upcoming Ryzen 7 9800X3D gets delidded: our first look at the next-gen 3D V-Cache that will stop on Intel's new Core Ultra 9 285K processor.

AMD confirms Ryzen 7 9800X3D with next-gen 3D V-Cache tech: fastest gaming CPU at up to 5.2GHzAMD confirms Ryzen 7 9800X3D with next-gen 3D V-Cache tech: fastest gaming CPU at up to 5.2GHz

AMD's upcoming Ryzen 9000X3D processors will feature reversed CCD and 3D V-Cache laying, new Ryzen 7 9800X3D to destroy Intel's new Core Ultra 9 285K.

Ryzen 9800X3D benchmarks show up to a 20% performance jump over 7800X3DRyzen 9800X3D benchmarks show up to a 20% performance jump over 7800X3D

Geekbench results for the Ryzen 9800X3D show a big improvement over the 7800X3D, which bodes well for the Zen 5 chip's gaming performance.

AMD leak shows Ryzen 9800X3D CPU is 8% faster than 7800X3D in games - this won't go down wellAMD leak shows Ryzen 9800X3D CPU is 8% faster than 7800X3D in games - this won't go down well

An 8% generational uplift for PC gaming with the 9800X3D is very much on the low side compared to the expectations built up among gamers by recent leaks.

AMD Ryzen 9800X3D CPU leaked by two US retailers - but let's all agree to ignore the price tagsAMD Ryzen 9800X3D CPU leaked by two US retailers - but let's all agree to ignore the price tags

As ever, this looks like placeholder pricing, although the slight worry for some is that it's pitched north of $450 - a hint that AMD might be considering this route?

Intel's new Core Ultra 9 285K fully unlocked hits huge 370W power consumptionIntel's new Core Ultra 9 285K fully unlocked hits huge 370W power consumption

Intel's unlocked Core Ultra 9 285K processor uses an insane 370W of power during a Cinebench R23 benchmark run, with the P-Cores hitting 5.6GHz.

AMD's new Ryzen 7 9800X3D at 5.6GHz on all cores: up to 35% faster than 7800X3D at stockAMD's new Ryzen 7 9800X3D at 5.6GHz on all cores: up to 35% faster than 7800X3D at stock

AMD's new Ryzen 7 9800X3D tuned at 5.6GHz all-core is 35% faster than the 7800X3D at stock, scores a huge 25,000+ points in Cinebench R23 with PBO and OC.

AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D specs leak: 4.7GHz base clock with 120W TDP now confirmedAMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D specs leak: 4.7GHz base clock with 120W TDP now confirmed

AMD's upcoming Ryzen 7 9800X3D processor specs confirmed: 8 cores, 16 threrads of Zen 5 + new 3D V-Cache, 4.7GHz base clock and 120W TDP.

Another leak suggests AMD Ryzen 9800X3D is close - so imminent CPU launch seems very likely nowAnother leak suggests AMD Ryzen 9800X3D is close - so imminent CPU launch seems very likely now

Given the volume of leaks and rumors around the Ryzen 9800X3D being launched next week, it'd be a surprise at this point if the processor didn't show.

Game over for Intel? Leaked X3D 'turbo mode' set to give Ryzen 9800X3D up to a 35% gaming boostGame over for Intel? Leaked X3D 'turbo mode' set to give Ryzen 9800X3D up to a 35% gaming boost

Will Ryzen 9000X3D be Intel's worst nightmare? GIGABYTE reveals what could be AMD's ace up its sleeve - and it'll pep up vanilla Ryzen 9000 CPUs too.

AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D reveal rumored for October 25, the day after Intel launches Arrow Lake CPUsAMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D reveal rumored for October 25, the day after Intel launches Arrow Lake CPUs

AMD to reveal its new Ryzen 7 9800X3D processor on October 25, the day after Intel launches its new Core Ultra 200K series 'Arrow Lake-S' desktop CPUs.

AMD Ryzen 9800X3D CPU spotted with all-core boost of 5.2GHz, could go on sale on November 7AMD Ryzen 9800X3D CPU spotted with all-core boost of 5.2GHz, could go on sale on November 7

Fresh rumors indicate that we could see the Ryzen 9800X3D revealed in just a couple of weeks, with a top-end single-core boost of 5.4GHz, even?

AMD Ryzen 9800X3D CPU could be revealed imminently to steal Intel's Arrow Lake thunderAMD Ryzen 9800X3D CPU could be revealed imminently to steal Intel's Arrow Lake thunder

Are we about to see the Ryzen 9800X3D today? Quite possibly, and AMD may be rushing this processor to the shelves to run interference with Arrow Lake.

Check out these beautiful high-res die shots of AMD's new Zen 5 CCD, ready for 3D V-Cache CPUsCheck out these beautiful high-res die shots of AMD's new Zen 5 CCD, ready for 3D V-Cache CPUs

AMD's new Zen 5-powered Ryzen 9000 series 'Granite Ridge' CPUs get some absolutely beautiful high-res die shots, new TSV layout for 3D V-Cache CPUs.

AMD Ryzen 9800X3D benchmark suggests this won't be just a great gaming CPU, but an all-rounderAMD Ryzen 9800X3D benchmark suggests this won't be just a great gaming CPU, but an all-rounder

Leaked benchmark for Cinebench shows big single-core, and even bigger multi-core, gains for the Ryzen 9800X3D and also the 9950X3D processor.

NZXT reveals its new N9 X870E motherboard: ready for Zen 5, launches in 2025NZXT reveals its new N9 X870E motherboard: ready for Zen 5, launches in 2025

NZXT unveils its new N9 X870E motherboard: ready for high-performance Zen 5 processors, with a beautiful sleek design that arrives in 2025.

ASRock unleashes its Zen 5-ready X870 and X870 motherboards: led by the X870E TaichiASRock unleashes its Zen 5-ready X870 and X870 motherboards: led by the X870E Taichi

ASRock has just unleashed its new X870E and X870 motherboards, ready for AMD's new Zen 5-based Ryzen 9000 series CPUs, led by the flagship X870E Taichi.

AMD Ryzen 7800X3D is vanishing off shelves as price hikes kick in - is 9800X3D CPU imminent?AMD Ryzen 7800X3D is vanishing off shelves as price hikes kick in - is 9800X3D CPU imminent?

The stock of AMD's popular Ryzen 7 7800X3D is dwindling rapidly, it would seem, as its price spirals upwards - a sign it's about to be replaced?

AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D Articles & Reviews
AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D Processor Review - All of the gaming goodness without compromiseAMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D Processor Review - All of the gaming goodness without compromise

The AMD Ryzen 9 9800X3D is the undisputed gaming champion. And unlike its X3D predecessors, it's also a capable all-rounder across a variety of workloads.

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