The much-anticipated 6-core/12-thread budget gaming CPU has finally debuted, promising impressive performance leaps over competitors like the Core i5 14600K and Core Ultra 5 245KF. Gamers and PC enthusiasts are taking note as AMD introduces a new contender in the budget gaming segment.
AMD Introduces Ryzen 5 7500X3D in the Zen 4 X3D Family
AMD has officially expanded its Zen 4 lineup with the release of the Ryzen 5 7500X3D. This new addition to the Ryzen 7000 family had previously been leaked on several platforms, including benchmarks and retailer sites. The company has now unveiled its specifications, alongside slides that showcase its performance against Intel’s offerings. 
Performance and Features of the Ryzen 5 7500X3D
The Ryzen 5 7500X3D boasts a 6-core/12-thread configuration, enhanced by a 32+64 MB L3 cache through 3D V-Cache technology. This processor operates at a base clock of 4.0 GHz and can boost up to 4.5 GHz. Its TDP is 65W, and it features integrated graphics with RDNA 2 architecture, offering two GPU cores at 2200 MHz. Notably, it mirrors many aspects of its sibling, the Ryzen 7600X3D, except for the core clock differences. 
The Ryzen 5 7500X3D outpaces the Core i5 14600K and Core Ultra 5 245KF in gaming, showing 13% better performance in triple-A games and 22% in competitive gaming against the 245KF. When matched with the Core i5 14600K, performance differences narrow, with an 8% lead in triple-A titles and 12% in competitive games. 
Market Position and Pricing Concerns
Although AMD’s benchmarks are impressive, real-world performance might differ. The Ryzen 5 7500X3D is targeted to appeal to those considering the Ryzen 7600X3D, which already outpaces both Intel’s offerings and AMD’s Ryzen 5 9600X. The pricing of the 7500X3D at $269 has sparked debates; it was anticipated to be closer to $200. Given fierce competition in the $200-$220 range, the current price could impact its performance-per-dollar value. It’s expected to be available across North America and EMEA regions. However, due to its gaming prowess, the X3D CPUs often command higher prices, which may influence market dynamics.