THE CRUNCH
Newegg has a limited-time 2-item combo that bundles the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D with a MSI X870E motherboard for $578. The deal, which includes a free Cooler Master AIO and AMD Game Bundle, brings the processor down to $320, a notable discount on the chip's usual price. The Ryzen 7 9800X3D is an 8-core/16-thread Zen 5 processor with a 5.2 GHz boost clock and 96MB of L3 cache, making it one of the fastest gaming CPUs on a
The combo also includes the MSI MAG X870E Gaming Max Wifi motherboard, a mid-range board with Wi-Fi 7, 5 GbE, and three M.2 slots. Tom's Hardware notes that Newegg combos are becoming scarcer, making this a worthwhile deal for anyone looking to build or upgrade an AM5 system.
The deal is described as an all-time low price for the Ryzen 7 9800X3D, making it the least expensive way to buy the popular CPU and jump into the AM5 platform. The free Cooler Master Elite Liquid 240 AIO is valued at $80 and easily handles the 120W processor.
The Ryzen 7 9800X3D is a well-rounded performer that excels in games and suits most applications. The combo also includes a free AMD Game Bundle, which adds value for gamers looking to expand their library.