I Found the BEST CPU deals on AMAZON Prime Day 2025

The live stream focuses on identifying genuine deals during a sales event, differentiating them from "fake deals" that inflate prices. The speaker uses a tool to track historical pricing, exposing instances where advertised discounts actually represent higher prices than previous lows. The emphasis is on finding real value, particularly in CPUs, with specific recommendations for both AMD and Intel processors.

The video highlights the Intel Core Ultra 7 265K as a standout deal, outperforming more expensive AMD counterparts and offering excellent value. It also points out that the non-K and F versions of this CPU are oddly priced, making the K version the superior choice despite appearing in the transcript multiple times. The speaker advises caution with older generation Intel CPUs due to expensive accompanying motherboard and RAM costs, recommending the newer Ultra series for better overall value.

Throughout the stream, the speaker stresses the importance of checking historical pricing to avoid misleading sales tactics. They actively engage with the audience, answering questions about specific components and encouraging viewers to find the best deals. The session concludes with a preview of a future stream focusing on GPUs and reiterates the value of critical price analysis.

• The video aims to expose "fake deals" by comparing current prices against historical lows using a specialized tool.
• Intel Core Ultra 7 265K is highlighted as an exceptional value, outperforming more expensive AMD CPUs and offering the best bang for the buck.
• Older generation Intel CPUs (13th and 14th gen) are cautioned against due to high motherboard and RAM costs, with the Ultra series being a better alternative.
• The NPU (Neural Processing Unit) is dismissed as a marketing gimmick, with the speaker stating it's a waste of time compared to a dedicated GPU.
• The speaker encourages viewers to check links in the description for actual deals and anticipates a future stream on GPU deals.

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Navigating Sales Events and Identifying Fake Deals [1:34]

• The stream is dedicated to finding the best Prime Day deals and distinguishing genuine offers from deceptive pricing strategies.
• A tool is used to verify if advertised discounts reflect true price drops by comparing them to historical price data.
• Examples of "fake deals" include the Ryzen 9 900X and Intel CPUs advertised with discounts that are still higher than previous prices from just a few months prior.
• The Ryzen 7 5800 XT, advertised at 43% off, is revealed to have been $125 more recently, labeling it a "Prime Day ripoff."
• The presenter vows to showcase "real deals" and avoid these deceptive practices.

The focus is on finding actual value, not just advertised discounts.

Emerging Real CPU Deals: AMD Offerings [4:30]

• The stream shifts to presenting genuine CPU deals, with a focus on both AMD and Intel processors.
• Intel deals are currently considered "ridiculous" and "crazy" due to potential efforts to clear stock.
• AMD deals are also available, with links provided in the description.
• A dedicated section in the description will be updated with new AMD deals found during the sales event.
• The live nature of the stream is emphasized, with real-time comment responses as proof.

We're showing real deals, live, not recorded yesterday.

Specific AMD CPU Recommendations and Considerations [5:03]

• The Ryzen 9 9950X is presented as an AMD deal with a link available.
• The Ryzen 9 9600X (six-core) is available for $165, noted as its cheapest price.
• An asterisk is used for deals that might have been slightly lower historically (e.g., a year ago or during Black Friday), but the current price is considered acceptable if it's been the lowest in 6-12 months.
• The Ryzen 7 7600X is mentioned, and the speaker points out that for just $5 more, one can get the newer generation, making the 7600X less appealing unless every dollar is critical.
• The Ryzen 5 5500 is described as "very, very cheap," "very old," but a good option for an "extremely budget" build, priced around $160 MSRP. It has sold over 5,000 units last month.

If it's been the lowest price for six to twelve months, it's generally considered okay.

High-End AMD and Specific Use Cases [8:36]

• The Ryzen 7 7800X3D is presented, showing a 24% discount and over 5,000 units sold last month.
• While it's near its lowest price in 12 months, it was $320 on May 10th last year, indicating it's not the absolute historical lowest but the best in the last year.
• The Ryzen 9 7900X is recommended as a good deal for AM5.
• The previous generation Ryzen 9 7950X is available for $450, its cheapest price, though it was slightly cheaper last year. The 9950X is suggested as a better buy.
• The Ryzen 9 5950X (AM4) is available for $218, still considered a "killer CPU" with 16 cores and 32 threads. This specific model is noted for being a 16-core version, differing from expectations of 12 cores for its type.
• The 5950X is described as an "insane CPU" for building a NAS or other powerful systems for around $300, especially considering its power consumption and multi-threaded performance.

For $300, this is absolutely insane CPU.

Intel CPU Deals and Value Propositions [13:14]

• The stream transitions to Intel deals, starting with the 285K.
• A comparison is made between an unnamed AMD CPU at $590 and an Intel CPU at $490.
• The $490 Intel CPU is stated to be $100 cheaper and superior in every way except gaming, making it a "really really good buy."
• The Intel Core Ultra 7 265 is highlighted as an exceptional deal at $260, costing $41 less than the AMD 5950X and outperforming it in "every single way."
• This is declared the "best bang for buck CPU right now," with a potential motherboard bundle also available.
• The speaker questions why so few people are buying the Intel Ultra series compared to older AM4 CPUs, noting that an extra $40 could get a significantly better CPU.

This is the best bang for buck CPU right now.

Current Generation Intel CPUs and Pricing Quirks [17:20]

• The Intel 14900K is presented as not a bad price at $365, but with a "little bit of a heat problem."
• The Core Ultra 7 265K is compared to the 14900K, being $130 cheaper and performing comparably or better in some aspects, with easier cooling and faster memory.
• A second listing for the Core Ultra 7 265K appears, described as an "oopsy daisy" that accidentally snuck in.
• The Intel 12900KF is priced at $230, noted as its cheapest price ever, but the speaker questions its value as the Ultra 7 offers a newer generation for only $30 more.
• The 13700K is also shown as a good deal but is discouraged due to the high cost of Z790/Z690 motherboards and RAM, suggesting the Ultra series offers better value.

For an extra $30 you get the Ultra 7, which is like one, two, three generations higher and it's better in every single way.

Budget Intel Options and NPU Discussion [20:46]

• The Intel 285 (non-K version) is priced at $205, only $8 cheaper than the K version, prompting the question of whether it's worth it.
• The Core Ultra 5 225 is presented as a budget-end option, with surprisingly low sales figures (less than 100 bought last month).
• The Core Ultra 5 235 is recommended as a "killer" option over the 225F, especially for creators and video editing, outperforming the more expensive 9950X.
• The 235 is priced at $210, with a previous price of $205, offering a better value proposition for $5 more.
• The NPU is discussed, with the speaker asserting it's marketing hype and a waste of time, as a dedicated GPU can perform the same functions more effectively.

NPU doesn't help you anything. NPU is marketing, okay? It takes you back around blurry.

Pricing Anomalies and Final Thoughts [25:37]

• The Ultra 7 265 non-K version is presented at $260, with the speaker highlighting a pricing anomaly: the K version of the same CPU is cheaper ($240).
• The F version (without integrated graphics) is even cheaper than the non-K.
• The speaker notes that the K version is technically cheaper, offering better value even with the slight price difference.
• The current QR code points to the Core Ultra 7 265K as the CPU to buy due to its better pricing and value.
• The stream concludes with an invitation for questions and a mention of a future stream on GPUs, with some 5000 series GPUs noted to be on sale.

The flipping K version of this is cheaper. So you can save $20 by going with the K version.