AMD Unveils Competitive Pricing for Ryzen 9000 Series CPUs
In a recent announcement, AMD has introduced the pricing for its anticipated Ryzen 9000 desktop CPU series, setting prices lower than the earlier Ryzen 7000 series when it debuted. The standout model, the Ryzen 9 9950X featuring a robust configuration of 16 cores, is set at $649—$50 less than its predecessor, the Ryzen 9 7950X which initially launched at $699 almost two years prior. Other CPUs in this new lineup are positioned with price reductions ranging from $20 to $50 compared to similar models from the previous generation.
Launch Dates and Model Variants
Due to delays intended to ensure optimal performance and reliability, AMD confirmed that both the Ryzen 7 9700X priced at $359 and the Ryzen 5 9600X available for $279 will be released on August 8th. Following these releases will be the flagship models—the Ryzen 9 9950X ($649) alongside the slightly more accessible Ryzen 9 9900X ($499), set to hit shelves on August 15th.
Anticipated Performance Improvements
AMD is asserting that users can expect significant enhancements in processing power and efficiency with these new processors.
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