The excitement around AMD’s upcoming Ryzen 9000 series is palpable, with gamers and builders eagerly awaiting the next leap in performance. Despite a recent delay, the buzz continues to build as enthusiasts prepare to upgrade their systems.
Although AMD has yet to release official pricing details, Best Buy inadvertently provided a sneak peek by briefly listing all four Ryzen 9000 CPUs with their prices. While AMD has not confirmed these figures, Best Buy’s historical accuracy with pricing makes these leaks particularly noteworthy, especially as we approach the official release.
The leaked prices are surprisingly lower than expected, undercutting their Ryzen 7000-series predecessors. Here’s a quick look at the initial retail prices for comparison:
| Cores/Threads | Leaked Price | Ryzen 7000-series Equivalent | Initial Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ryzen 9 9950X | $599 | Ryzen 9 7950X | $699 |
| Ryzen 9 9900X | $449 | Ryzen 9 7900X | $549 |
| Ryzen 7 9700X | $359 | Ryzen 7 7700X | $399 |
| Ryzen 5 9600X | $279 | Ryzen 5 7600X | $299 |
The leak suggests price reductions across the board, with discounts ranging from $20 for the Ryzen 5 9600X to a substantial $100 for the Ryzen 9 9950X and 9900X. This pricing, combined with impressive performance gains, positions AMD to compete aggressively with Intel.
Additionally, the leak revealed updated pricing for the AM4 socket CPUs: Ryzen 9 5900XT at $349 and Ryzen 7 5800XT at $249. While these prices are not yet official, the Ryzen 9000 series is set to launch soon—August 15th for the Ryzen 9 models and August 8th for the Ryzen 5 and Ryzen 7 chips.
