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AMD's non-X3D Ryzen 9 9950X processor hits an all-time low in Amazon's Big Spring Sale 2025
By Stewart Bendle published
Deals Grab AMD's top-of-the-line 16-core workhorse for its lowest-ever price of $528.

AMD Ryzen 5 9600X hits all-time low price
By Avram Piltch published
This 6-core, 12-threaded Zen 5 architecture chip is great for mid-range gaming.

Our alternate pick for the best gaming CPU is $190 cheaper than the 9800X3D right now - pick up the AMD Ryzen 7 9700X for just $289
By Stewart Bendle published
Deals At just $289, the AMD Ryzen 7 9700X is a great bang-for-buck alternative to the 9800X3D.

AMD's Gorgon Point APU line-up breaks cover — Allegedly aiming for a 2026 launch
By Hassam Nasir published
The LG Gram X Ryzen launch event showcased potentially embargoed slides, allegedly revealing AMD's Gorgon Point APU family, the follow-up to Strix Point.

Zen 5-based Threadripper 9000 CPU shipping manifest hints at imminent launch
By Anton Shilov published
More Zen 5-based Threadripper 9000-series 'Shimada Peak' CPUs were spotted in shipment manifests.

AMD's beastly Ryzen AI Max+ 395 comes to a new GMKTec mini-PC, and AMD's Lisa Su appears to approve
By Mark Tyson published
China's GMKTec has announced the EVO-X2 mini PC with Ryzen AI Max+ 395 processor at the AMD Greater China Channel Summit today.

Where to buy AMD's Ryzen 9 9950X3D CPU — Best-in-class choice for gamers and professionals alike
By Hassam Nasir last updated
AMD's Ryzen 9 9950X3D drops March 12th at $699, leading both productivity and gaming charts. Here's a list of retailers to help you snag one!

AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D Review: Stunning gaming performance meets top-tier productivity
By Paul Alcorn last updated
We put AMD's flagship $699 Ryzen 9 9950X3D through our full gamut of benchmarks, finding that it is among the fastest CPUs for gaming and productivity on the market.
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