AMD's last AM4-socket X3D CPU will soon no longer be available

One reason the PC community appreciates AMD's processors is the company's ongoing support for older platforms. The AM4 platform, which has been around since 2016, still receives new processors, remaining an excellent choice for budget builds, particularly with several CPUs featuring AMD's distinctive 3D cache. Unfortunately, it seems one of the top options has been discontinued.

According to a report from Tweakers, AMD has ceased production of the Ryzen 7 5700X3D. This eight-core CPU is a downclocked version of the pricier Ryzen 7 5800X3D, boasting a boost clock of 4.1GHz and 96MB of level-three cache (L3). Unlike the latest generation of Ryzen 3D processors, the original X3D chips lack overclocking support due to cache stability, meaning users must rely on stock speeds without the ability to increase them through overclocking.

The Ryzen 7 5700X3D gained a strong following among gamers for its lower price, better availability, and impressive gaming performance that surpassed its competitors. The more reasonably priced Ryzen 5 5600X3D is exclusive to Micro Center in the United States, the new Ryzen 5 5500X3D is limited to Latin America, and the Ryzen 7 5800X3D comes with a $100 premium. Thus, the Ryzen 7 5700X3D represented an ideal choice for many who desire solid performance without overspending on the Ryzen 7000 or 9000 series.

While AMD typically supports its older products, this instance appears to be an exception. The 5700X3D launched less than two years ago, yet AMD is already discontinuing the processor. The Ryzen 7 5800X3D is likewise becoming increasingly rare, leaving customers few choices if they want an AM4 computer with a Ryzen 3D processor. However, there are numerous options available in the used market if one is willing to take the chance on a second-hand purchase.

As the iconic Ryzen 7 5700X3D approaches its end of production, it’s an ideal moment to elevate to the next generation of gaming performance. The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D continues the advantage of 3D V-Cache with state-of-the-art Zen 5 architecture, enhanced clock speeds, and improved efficiency—providing the smoothest and most responsive gaming experience to date. If you enjoyed what the 5700X3D offered, the 9800X3D will demonstrate just how much AMD has advanced its technology. As always, for the latest news on hardware launches and industry developments, be sure to follow our dedicated hardware coverage.