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| Ryzen 7 9800X3D made AMD the most money in November on Amazon US. |
If you were shopping for a new gaming CPU on Amazon last month, you likely contributed to a stunning sales victory for AMD. According to new market data, AMD’s Ryzen X3D processors not only dominated the best-seller lists but generated revenue figures that left Intel’s best in the dust.
The findings, originally shared by the analytics account TechEpiphany on X (formerly Twitter), reveal a clean sweep for Team Red in the consumer desktop CPU space for November. The data, which tracks estimated revenue generated, paints a clear picture of where PC builders and enthusiasts are putting their money.
The Top Three: An All-AMD Podium
Here’s how the top three CPUs ranked by revenue on Amazon, according to the report:
- AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D: Taking the crown with an estimated revenue of $4,399,900.
- AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D: Securing second place with $2,619,960.
- AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D: The previous-generation champion held strong in third with $2,195,940.
The sheer scale of AMD's dominance becomes starkly clear when comparing these figures to Intel's top performer. Intel's flagship, the Core Ultra 9 285K, reportedly generated approximately $524,990 in revenue.
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The revenue gap is nothing short of astounding. The Ryzen 9 9950X3D, often seen as a direct competitor to the Core Ultra 9 285K given their similar price points, brought in 499% more cash. The lead of the top-selling Ryzen 7 9800X3D was even more dramatic, outperforming Intel's best by a staggering 838%.
You can examine the original data shared by TechEpiphany for yourself below.
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Performance Per Dollar: Why Gamers Are Choosing AMD X3D
This revenue landslide isn't happening in a vacuum. It’s directly tied to the unique value proposition of AMD's X3D processors, which feature 3D V-Cache technology specifically engineered to accelerate gaming performance.
Take the Ryzen 9 9950X3D. In standard productivity benchmarks like Cinebench 2024, its lead over the Core Ultra 9 285K is a modest 3-4%. However, the moment you step into a game, the story changes completely. The X3D chip consistently delivers up to 30% faster gaming performance. For a gamer, that’s a transformative leap for a similar price, making the choice clear.
Then there's the Ryzen 7 9800X3D, which remains virtually unbeaten for pure gaming. While it doesn't match the multi-core throughput of its Ryzen 9 sibling or the Intel competitor, it's the fastest gaming CPU on the market, and also remarkably efficient under gaming workloads.
The Value King Still Reigns
Don't count out the previous generation. The Ryzen 7 7800X3D continues to be a phenomenal choice for gamers. It trails only its two newer siblings in gaming speed but often matches or beats them in power efficiency. Its real superpower is price. Frequently found on sale for around $369.99, it offers a top-tier gaming experience at a mid-range cost.
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The Bottom Line for PC Builders
November's Amazon data sends a powerful message to the industry. For gamers and PC builders prioritizing performance-per-dollar in the most popular applications—gaming—AMD's X3D technology is the overwhelming favorite. The combination of class-leading gaming speed, strong multi-core performance in the Ryzen 9 tier, and aggressive pricing from the previous generation has created a perfect storm for AMD, leaving Intel with a significant revenue gap to close in the high-end desktop market.