According to Wccftech, AMD’s Ryzen 5 7500X3D has appeared in Geekbench results, confirming this will be the company’s most budget-friendly X3D processor yet. The chip scored 2,399 points in single-core and 11,323 points in multi-core tests, putting it about 8% behind the Ryzen 5 7600X3D. It features 6 cores, 12 threads, and a massive 96MB of L3 cache while running at a base clock of 4.0GHz and boost clock of 4.5GHz. The processor was tested on an ASUS ROG Strix X870-A Gaming WiFi motherboard using Windows 11’s balanced power plan. AMD hasn’t announced pricing or release dates yet, but expectations are for a sub-$200 price point.
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Budget gaming potential
Here’s the thing about AMD’s X3D chips – they’re absolute monsters for gaming, and this 7500X3D could be the most accessible one yet. That 96MB of L3 cache is the real magic sauce for gaming performance, often mattering more than raw clock speeds. And while it’s 200MHz slower than the 7600X3D on boost clock, we’re talking about potentially negligible differences in actual gaming scenarios.
Basically, if AMD prices this right – and by right I mean around $150-$200 – they could have a budget gaming champion on their hands. Think about it: you’re getting near-top-tier gaming performance without paying the premium for the higher-end X3D models. For PC builders on a tight budget who still want excellent gaming frame rates, this could be the sweet spot.
Market impact
Now this is where things get interesting. Intel’s been struggling to compete with AMD’s X3D lineup in the gaming segment, especially at the mid-range. If AMD drops a $150-$200 X3D chip that delivers exceptional gaming performance, it could really shake up the budget CPU market.
We’re already seeing the Ryzen 5 9600X sitting at $200, so AMD needs to be careful with their pricing strategy. Price the 7500X3D too high, and it cannibalizes their other products. Price it too low, and they leave money on the table. It’s a delicate balancing act.
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Availability concerns
The leak via BenchLeaks on Twitter suggests we’re getting close to launch, but there‘s a catch. AMD has a history of quietly releasing these lower-tier X3D chips, and initial availability might be limited to certain regions. Don’t be surprised if this launches with little fanfare and limited stock.
So should you wait for this instead of buying current options? If you’re building a pure gaming rig on a budget and can be patient, absolutely. But if you need a system now, the existing Ryzen 5 7600X3D or even non-X3D options might make more sense. The waiting game continues, but this leak suggests the wait might not be too long.
