The AMD Ryzen 5 7600X3D, a six-core Zen 4 CPU built with AMD’s powerful 3D V-cache technology, seems to be stepping out of its US-only exclusivity. Previously limited to Micro Center in the US and Mindfactory in Germany, this processor is now appearing at major UK retailers—LambdaTek and Overclockers UK.
This chip initially turned heads thanks to its gaming performance, often outperforming newer Zen 5 processors like the Ryzen 7 9700X in gaming benchmarks. It ranks just below the 8-core Ryzen 7 7800X3D, but still packs enough punch for mainstream gamers looking for high frame rates without the high cost.
What’s New?
- LambdaTek lists the 7600X3D with a pre-tax price of £249.64 (~$336).
- Overclockers UK is offering it at £269.99 (incl. VAT), which equals about $303 USD—very close to the original $299 US launch price.
- The product ID appears to differ slightly from the earlier release, possibly hinting at a revised manufacturing step or batch.
Why It Matters
The Ryzen 5 7600X3D represents a sweet spot in AMD's lineup—lower power consumption, solid performance, and now wider availability. Its success lies in the extra L3 cache (thanks to the 3D V-Cache), which gives a notable performance uplift in gaming workloads.
If you're building a budget-conscious gaming rig, this processor could be the best bang for your buck in 2025. With the 7800X3D still priced higher at around £328.79 in the UK, the 7600X3D's competitive pricing makes it a serious contender.
Conclusion
AMD hasn’t officially commented on this apparent wider release yet, but all signs suggest that broader availability is near. Whether you’re upgrading your system or building new, keep an eye out for stock updates and potential price drops.