AMD’s best gaming CPU is now an even better deal

Intel revealed what it is calling the “best gaming CPU ever” last week with the Core i9-9900K. That chip is selling for $580, and it debuts October 19. It also doesn’t come with a cooler, so you’ll have to buy one separately. But if what if you want to spend about half that? Well, AMD has your back.

It isn’t the best gaming CPU ever, but the Ryzen 7 2700X is the best that AMD has to offer. It is also excellent for $330. And it comes with its own high-quality cooler. But right now, Amazon is selling the 2700X for $295 with free shipping in the United States. That’s a great deal that just so happens to look even better relative to what Intel is getting ready to launch.