AMD to Release Faster Ryzen 7 9850X3D CPU on January 29th for $499

AMD announced an improved version of its popular Ryzen 7 processor, and it’s now confirming a release date and pricing. The new Ryzen 7 will debut on January 29th, priced at $499. The enhanced processor features the same 8-core / 16-thread CPU running at faster boost clocks, with a 400MHz increase over the standard 9800X3D model. This faster version maintains the same 120-watt TDP, indicating it’s essentially a better-binned version of the original. This updated processor is set to arrive on January 29th, priced at $499, marking a $20 premium over the initial retail pricing of the 9800X3D.