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AMD launches two new gaming processors, but one is already being deemed "useless" against the competition (translated)
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AMD has launched the Ryzen 5 5500F and Ryzen 5 7500 at the same time, attempting to extend AM4's affordable upgrade path while filling the entry-level position in AM5. Priced at €99, the 5500F supports PCIe 4.0 and is more appealing for existing AM4 systems and entry-level 1080p builds; the €189 7500 does include integrated graphics, but its six-core specification puts it in competition with AMD's own Ryzen 5 7500F and 7600X. The article therefore considers the 7500 unconvincing at its launch price and recommends that players compare other models first before deciding whether to upgrade.
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AMD sort deux nouveaux processeurs pour le jeu vidéo, mais l’un d’eux est déjà jugé "inutile" face à la concurrence
Source: JeuxVideo.com
Sakigarasu's Take
The two price points split the upgrade path across different budgets, but when the models are too close together, it becomes difficult for players to judge whether the money saved is worth sacrificing future headroom. For PC players, comparing real-world test results and the actual gap from their current setup preserves more decision-making power than simply filling another price tier in the product line.
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