AMD reportedly prepping new X3D chip with higher clock speeds – Ryzen 7 9700X3D spotted in benchmarks that rival Ryzen 7 9800X3D, new Strix Halo chip also unearthed

AMD is rumored to be working on a new X3D chip, the Ryzen 7 9700X3D, which boasts higher clock speeds than the current Ryzen 7 9800X3D. The leaked benchmarks show the 9700X3D with 8 cores, 16 threads, and a boost clock speed of 5.8 GHz, potentially offering a more affordable alternative for gamers. Additionally, a new Strix Halo chip, the Ryzen AI MAX+ 388, has been uncovered, positioned between the Ryzen AI MAX+ 390 and 385. These new chips could provide users with more choices for building or upgrading gaming rigs, with expectations of an official announcement at CES 2026.