AMD's new Ryzen 7 9800X3D has been met with a very positive response from reviewers, with one calling its performance "a big slap in the face for the new Intel processors." This praise from the media has been echoed by consumers who are reportedly purchasing the Ryzen 7 9800X3D in large numbers.
High Demand and Quick Sales
For instance, when we first began writing about the Ryzen 7 9800X3D, it was available on Amazon, but it sold out in less than thirty minutes. Currently, the CPU can again be found on Amazon, but it is likely to run out of stock rapidly once more.
The impressive sales of the Ryzen 7 9800X3D has led some to suggest that it might be a "paper launch," implying that there isn't much real stock available. However, claims from Moore’s Law Is Dead suggest that the Ryzen 7 9800X3D had a genuine launch with a good supply of stock.
Retailer Insights
An unnamed source from MLID, who claims to be associated with a "Major US Retailer," stated that the retailer "can’t keep up" with the demand for the Ryzen 7 9800X3D. The level of interest has been so intense that even after "TON of supply at launch" and continuous restocks, the retailer struggled to meet all incoming orders.
Other sources from MLID in retail echoed this view, with one noting that the Ryzen 7 9800X3D is "flying off the shelves," while another mentioned that their considerable stock "wasn’t remotely enough" to satisfy customers.
Panic Buying Concerns
One source from MLID identified as a “Major Distributor” cautioned that “many US companies are panic buying more supply of the Ryzen 7 9800X3D (and other PC parts) than they actually need” to protect themselves from potential price hikes due to future tariffs.
For those unaware, US President-elect Donald Trump has hinted at potential tariffs of 20% on all imports, with Chinese imports facing even steeper tariffs of up to 60%. If these tariffs are implemented, prices for PC components like CPUs and GPUs are likely to rise. The source further explained that the fear of tariffs is a significant reason for the increased supply in the US market.
While MLID’s observations about the rapid sales of the Ryzen 7 9800X3D appear to be accurate, the actual availability of the CPU and its connection to any potential import tariffs remains uncertain. So, it’s wise to approach this information with caution.
