Amazon Prime Day is still a few days away, but the early CPU deals are already rolling in-and they’re surprisingly solid. Among the highlights is the AMD Ryzen 5 9600X, a Zen 5 chip that’s now just $165 on Amazon, slashed from its original $279 price. If you’re building or upgrading a system on a budget, this one’s hard to beat for both gaming and everyday multitasking.
The Ryzen 7 9700X also sees a notable drop to $289 (from $359), offering more cores for heavier multitasking, while the flagship Ryzen 9 9950X is down from $649 to $434. That’s the lowest we’ve seen for this top-tier processor, making it a steal for anyone needing raw performance without breaking the bank.
Not to be overlooked, Zen 4 deals are holding strong too. The Ryzen 7 7700X, still a great all-rounder for gaming and creative workloads, is just $227. And if your budget is ultra-tight, the Ryzen 5 5500 from the AM4 lineup is currently $66-an insanely low price considering its original $159 MSRP.
While it doesn’t quite keep up with newer Zen 5 chips, the 5500 is still a reliable entry-level CPU, especially for budget builds focused on efficiency over raw performance.
With discounts like these, there’s no need to wait until July 8th. Whether you want next-gen gaming horsepower or just a solid processor to revive an old build, these early Amazon Prime Day deals are well worth a look.