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AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D Still Leads Gaming CPU Charts, but New Benchmarks Show Slim Upgrade Gains
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AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D Still Leads Gaming CPU Charts, but New Benchmarks Show Slim Upgrade Gains

AMD’s Zen 5 X3D chips led desktop gaming benchmarks in new reviews, but gains over previous X3D models narrowed to just 2–3% in some cases. TechSpot and NotebookCheck found the Ryzen 7 9850X3D only slightly ahead of the 9800X3D, while Intel’s Core Ultra 7 270K Plus outperformed both in cumulative CPU tests. AMD lists the 9850X3D at $499, with the 9800X3D at $479. Benchmarks used high-end GPUs at 1080p to minimize graphics bottlenecks.
April 14, 2026

Stock Market Today

  • BP Chairman Removal Highlights Governance Concerns and Valuation Discount
    May 30, 2026, 6:44 AM EDT. BP (LSE:BP) ousted its chairman Albert Manifold amid allegations of bullying and internal disputes, elevating governance risks for investors. The stock trades at £5.218, about 17% below the £6.30 analyst target and nearly 50% below estimated fair value, despite a 53% gain in the past year. The controversy has spurred potential legal action and underscores scrutiny of BP's board oversight and culture. The share price fell 9.4% over the past month amid the uncertainty. Market watchers will monitor how the governance review and earnings expectations shape BP's strategic direction and investor confidence in the weeks ahead.