AMD Ryzen 9000 Processors Launch with Lower Prices Than Expected
AMD has finally released the official pricing for its Ryzen 9000 series processors. Despite a recent delay for undisclosed reasons, the new CPUs are surprisingly more affordable than many insiders predicted. While still a bit pricier than some hoped, they are notably cheaper than their predecessors were at launch.
US Pricing
Here's a breakdown of the recommended retail prices for the US market:
- Ryzen 9 9950X (16-core): $649
- Ryzen 9 9900X (12-core): $499
- Ryzen 7 9700X (8-core): $359
- Ryzen 5 9600X (6-core): $279
This means that the top-tier models are $50 cheaper than their predecessors, while the more budget-friendly options offer savings of $20 to $40 compared to the previous generation. The Ryzen 9 9950X and 9900X will be available starting August 15th, while the Ryzen 7 9700X and Ryzen 5 9600X hit the shelves tomorrow, August 8th. Additionally, the review embargo is expected to lift soon, providing a deeper look at the performance of these new processors.