Exciting News for AM4 Motherboard Users with New AMD CPUs on the Horizon
If you’re using an AM4 motherboard in your gaming PC, then there’s some good news for you as it looks like AMD is releasing another eight core chip with 3D V-Cache that should be cheaper than the Ryzen 7 5800X3D. And better still, one more six core X3D model will appear alongside it, which could well be the best budget gaming chip ever.
Leaked Information on Upcoming AMD CPUs
While doing my usual browsing through X, I noticed a post by hardware enthusiast chi11eddog. The user had previously leaked correct information about the Ryzen 5 5600X3D several weeks before the official announcement, which is why I paid immediate attention to it.
One year after AMD launched the Ryzen 7 5800X3D—and well after releasing the Zen 4 CPU range—it surprised us all by announcing a limited run of the Ryzen 5 5600X3D. This CPU had the same chip as its bigger brother but with two cores disabled and lower clock speeds. But that wasn’t the end of the Zen 3 V-Cache series, as it appears that two further models are nearing release.
Specifications of the New Ryzen Models
| CPU Model | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Ryzen 7 5700X3D | 8 cores, 16 threads, 64MB + 32MB L3 cache, lower base and boost clocks compared to Ryzen 7 5800X3D |
| Ryzen 5 5500X3D | 6 cores, 12 threads, 64MB + 32MB L3 cache, lower base and boost clocks compared to Ryzen 5 5600X3D |
One thing to note about the Zen 3 3D V-Cache CPUs is that you can’t directly overclock them, as the layer of extra L3 cache reduces the chip’s ability to transfer heat. That means you won’t be able to pick up a 5700X3D and then click a few options in the BIOS to get it running at the same speed as the 5800X3D.
Pricing and Availability
The Ryzen 7 5800X3D has been a popular choice amongst PC gamers but at $320, it’s still quite pricey. The Ryzen 5 5600X3D had a $230 price tag, so it will be interesting to see how much the 5700X3D and 5500X3D models will cost. If the former is around the $280 mark and the latter is under $200, they could be perfect upgrades for anyone using the AM4 platform.
Of course, there’s a good chance that they’re more expensive than this or worse still, exclusive to one retailer only. I’m keeping my fingers crossed that AMD gives us all a nice holiday treat and sells the new (and surely absolutely dead last, no more coming whatsoever) Zen X3D CPUs everywhere and at a nice low price.
With the anticipation of new AMD CPUs on the horizon, the PC gaming community is hopeful for widespread availability and competitive pricing. The potential release of these Zen X3D processors could be a game-changer for gamers looking to upgrade their systems without breaking the bank. As the holiday season approaches, the excitement for these new additions to the AMD lineup continues to grow, with many eager to see if they will indeed be the ultimate gift for gaming enthusiasts.
