AMD’s Ryzen 7 9800X3D, the new flagship of its Ryzen 9000X3D lineup, launches November 7 and is geared to deliver exceptional gaming performance without the steep power draw seen in competitors. Priced at $479, this 120W processor offers 8 cores and 16 threads with a 4.7GHz base clock, boosted to 5.2GHz. With 104MB of cache, AMD aims to bring unmatched power for gamers, positioning the 9800X3D as an efficient yet potent choice among high-performance CPUs.
The 9800X3D builds on AMD’s previous Ryzen 7000X3D chips, which introduced gamers to the benefits of 3D V-Cache for quicker data access. The 9800X3D leverages a second-generation V-Cache with an innovative redesign, relocating the cache beneath the processor’s Core Complex Die (CCD) to be nearer to the cooling solution. This positioning enables faster speeds for the cache and keeps the CPU cool, translating to superior performance gains. Compared to the Ryzen 7800X3D, AMD claims the 9800X3D achieves up to 8% better FPS and up to 20% higher overall performance against Intel’s Core Ultra 9 285K.
Another standout is the processor’s ability to maintain higher minimum frame rates in demanding games, with The Last of Us: Part 1 showing a 31% improvement over Intel’s offering. AMD’s choice to fully unlock the chip also means that enthusiasts can tap into overclocking, adding to the appeal for gamers who want flexibility in their setups.
With the Ryzen 7 9800X3D, AMD’s Zen 5 architecture meets a refined V-Cache to create a processor designed to be efficient yet exceptionally powerful. Gamers can expect stable frame rates, high performance, and an efficient power draw, making this one of the most anticipated releases for gaming-focused CPUs this season.