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This combo begins with one of the most popular and fastest current-generation CPUs for gaming, the Ryzen 7 9800X3D . This 8-core/16-thread Zen5-based processor has a base clock of 4.6 GHz and a max boost of 5.2 GHz, which is plenty of speed for any task. The 96MB of L3 cache on the X3D variant helps with gaming (among other things), making it one of the fastest gaming CPUs available . It is also a well-rounded performer that excels in games and is a good match for all but the most thread-intensive applications. This combo also includes a free MSI MAG Coreliquid A13 240mm AIO, which easily tames this processor.
Save nearly $155 on this wicked fast 4-item Newegg combo. Get one of the fastest gaming processors in the 9800X3D, 1TBV Samsung 9100 Pro, 16GB (2x8GB) DDR5 RAM, and Asus B850 motherboard for less.
Samsung’s 9100 Pro 1TB is one of the fastest M.2 drives around. Based on a PCIe 5.0 x4 connection, it boasts speeds up to 14,800 MB/s reads and 13,400 MB/s writes (sequential) with 2,200K IOPS reads and 2,600K IOPS writes. In other words, it’s fast, and the benchmarks (below) show it. Samsung backs these speedy drives with a 5-year limited warranty and lists Terabytes Written at a typical level for the capacity: 2,400 TBW.
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For RAM, the combo offers 16GB (2x8GB) of TeamGroup’s T-Force Vulkan DDR5-5200. And while the RAM speed is outside of AMD’s sweet spot, you’d be hard-pressed to notice a performance difference without looking at a frame counter. These black, non-RGB sticks will also look great with the included motherboard. If you apply the ~$155 discount to the RAM, you’re getting it for $85, a price that would be considered reasonable before the AI/RAMpocolypse.
Last but not least in this gaming combo is the Asus B850 Max Gaming Wifi W. This budget board has a white PCB with black RAM and PCIe slots, standing out with its contrasting colors. The board is a perfect match with the 9800X3D processor. The board has three M.2 sockets (one PCIe 5.0) and four SATA ports for storage, fast networking with integrated Wi-Fi 6E and 2.5 GbE, and ample USB ports on the rear IO, including 10 Gbps Type-C. With component prices still through the roof, combo deals like this are one of the best ways to get the most out of your budget. For only $983.98 , you get one of the fastest gaming processors available, a top-tier 1TB PCIe 5.0 drive, DDR5 RAM, a capable B850 motherboard, and a free 240mm AIO. Just add a case and graphics card. Get it while it lasts.
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