AMD’s Ryzen 7 7800X3D is $101 below Amazon’s list price, with an optional coupon
AMD’s Ryzen 7 7800X3D is available at Amazon for $348, which is $101 below the retailer’s displayed $449 list price. The eight-core desktop processor has AMD’s 3D V-Cache technology, making it an option for a gaming-focused AM5 build or upgrade.
We also saw an optional $9.02 coupon on the product page. We have not tested it at checkout, so availability and eligibility may differ for you. The $348 price was shown without applying it; if the coupon appears on your account, check that any discount is reflected before placing an order.
When we checked, the new processor was in stock and Amazon.com was both seller and shipper. Free standard delivery was available without Prime. Delivery dates and stock can vary by location, so take another look before checking out.
The Ryzen 7 7800X3D uses AMD’s AM5 socket. Image: TechSpot
- New; sold and shipped by Amazon when checked
- Amazon comparison price
- $449.00 (list price); save $101
- Optional coupon may be offered; eligibility varies
Amazon’s $101 saving compares the displayed price with its list price. It does not establish what the chip sold for immediately before this offer. In fact, PC Gamer reported a roughly $300 Newegg offer on November 9, so this is not a record-low claim.
The processor is pictured in front of graphics hardware; a graphics card is not included. Image: TechSpot
The 7800X3D brings extra cache to an AM5 gaming build
The Ryzen 7 7800X3D has eight cores, 16 threads and a boost clock of up to 5GHz. AMD lists 96MB of L3 cache and a 120W default TDP. That extra cache can help in games that benefit from it, although the result will depend on the title, graphics card, resolution and settings.
It is an older Ryzen 7000 chip, so I would compare it with current alternatives before choosing a processor for a new build. If you already have a compatible AM5 motherboard, it may be a more straightforward upgrade, but check the motherboard’s CPU support list and BIOS requirements first.
A closer view of the Ryzen 7 7800X3D. Image: TechSpot
Remember to budget for a compatible processor cooler
AMD does not include a cooler with the boxed 7800X3D. That means you will need a suitable AM5 cooler if you do not already have one. AMD recommends liquid cooling for optimal performance; whichever solution you choose, check its compatibility and cooling rating.
The processor also uses DDR5 memory, so an older DDR4 kit is not a drop-in match for this platform. Before buying, confirm that the Ryzen 7 7800X3D at Amazon still shows the $348 price and the seller and delivery terms you want.
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