AMD Ryzen 5800X3D deal slashes 26% off the ultimate CPU upgrade

Rebecca Hills-Duty
The AMD 5800X box

If you are still running a socket AM4 motherboard but want a new CPU to boost your gaming performance, then this Amazon deal on a Ryzen 7 5800X3D might be just for you.

AMD has a reputation for keeping its CPU socket platforms active for as long as possible. Even now the new AM5 socket is available, it is still possible to get great performance out of the previous generation of 5000 series CPUs, such as the AMD Ryzen 5800X3D which can now be obtained from Amazon with 26% off the usual price.

For PC builders who are on a budget, or who want to squeeze more performance out of an old socket AM4 motherboard, the Ryzen 7 5800X3D is a great option. It manages to hold its own against the Intel Core i5-13600K and can even manage comparable performance figures to the Intel Core i9-12900K when gaming. Since upgrading to the newer AM5 platform would not only involve buying a new motherboard but also pricey DDR5 RAM, staying with AM4 is the better option for those with tighter purse strings.

A powerful budget option for AM4

Part of the reason why the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D can continue to perform so well is due to the ‘X3D’ part of the name. This is not just a marketing gimmick, as it identifies the presence of AMD’s specialist 3D V-cache, which boosts performance when handling 3D objects, such as those typically found in modern games.

5800x3D Box on a desk

Those interested in purchasing the Ryzen 7 5800X3D will need to ensure their motherboard is compatible, and that it has been upgraded to the latest firmware and BIOS to ensure the chip will work correctly. Then just purchase your new Ryzen 7 5800X3D at 26% off and install it to enjoy a performance boost. Just make sure that you don’t bend any of those pesky pins.

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Rebecca is a Tech Writer at Dexerto, specializing in PC components, VR, AMD, Nvidia and Intel. She has previously written for UploadVR and The Escapist, hosts a weekly show on RadioSEGA and has an obsession with retro gaming. Get in touch at rebecca.hillsduty@dexerto.com