Traditionally, AMD’s Ryzen 5 9600X has stood as the most budget-friendly entry into Team Red’s newest generation of processors, offering slight increases in gaming performance over the 7600X but significantly improved efficiency, making it a smarter option. I’ve typically found it to be a good purchase at prices between £160-£180 previously; however, you can now find one in ‘As New’ condition for £131 on Amazon’s Resale section (previously known as Amazon Warehouse). Earlier today, there was a deal for a new unit priced at £135, which sold out quickly, and this option is actually even less expensive.
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