AMD 9800X3D Soars as Demand Surges, Intel Lags Behind
AMD’s 9800X3D processors have set the gaming world ablaze, selling out rapidly and leaving many wondering why. AMD executives David McAfee and Frank Azor shed light on the phenomenon, citing both AMD’s success and Intel’s missteps. “We knew our product was exceptional,” Azor stated, “but we didn’t expect the competitor to deliver such a lackluster offering.”
The unexpected disparity between AMD’s X3D processors and Intel’s Arrow Lake chips caused demand to skyrocket beyond forecasts. McAfee revealed that AMD has ramped up production for its X3D series but faces challenges due to the lengthy manufacturing process. “It takes about twelve weeks to produce chips from start to finish, so increasing supply isn’t immediate,” he explained, adding that efforts to boost output will continue through the first half of the year.
Among the lineup, the 7800X3D stands out as the favorite among gamers, overshadowing higher-core models like the 12- and 16-core variants. “The eight-core X3D parts offer unparalleled gaming performance,” McAfee said, noting that demand for these chips outpaces others by a ten-to-one margin. Meanwhile, AMD is extending its X3D architecture to new markets, including gaming notebooks with its upcoming Fire Range processors, while also launching faster desktop HX3D parts.
AMD’s success underscores the appeal of its gaming-first approach, solidifying the X3D series as a critical component of its portfolio. As McAfee concluded, “The X3D parts are becoming far more important than we predicted, and we’re committed to meeting consumer demand.”