Want the most powerful laptop for Prime Day? There are only 5 laptops with the Ryzen 9 9955HX3D chip and I found the best prices for all of them

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If you're looking for a high-performance laptop, then I've got just the thing for you. I've been on the hunt for laptops that come equipped with the AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX3D processor. There are only 5 of them right now, and I've uncovered the best prices for all of them.

The cheapest one I can find it the Asus ROG Strix G16, which is now $2476.10 (was $2499) at Excaliber PC. Like the others on this list, it features Ryzen 9 9955HX3D, which is AMD's most advanced mobile chip yet, and honestly, the performance on these beasts is unmatched.

For me, these laptops are perfect for creative professionals, gamers, and anyone who prizes performance over everything else. With Amazon running its Prime Day sales, other companies are getting in on the action with their own deals. Here's the best ones I could find.

Alright, so what else is on the list?

The MSI Raider A18 HX comes in two configurations: the A9WIG-082US with an RTX 5080 and the A9WJG-052US with a more powerful RTX 5090 and double the storage. Both feature a massive 18" UHD+ 120Hz display and 64GB of DDR5 RAM.

The Asus ROG Strix G16 offers great value with the same CPU, a 240Hz 2.5K display, RTX 5070 Ti GPU, and 32GB of RAM, perfect for high performance on a slightly lower budget.

For enthusiasts, the XMG NEO 16 (A25) and 16" Recoil AMD provide plenty of customization options. The NEO 16 supports water cooling, Gen5 SSDs, and up to 96GB RAM, while the Recoil combines optional Mini LED at 1250 nits, Gen5 M.2, and liquid cooling in a sleek form.

Each of these five laptops harness the full might of AMD's flagship mobile CPU, and whether you prioritize maximum GPU power, display fidelity, customizability, or value, there’s an option tailored for your needs.


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Powerful Ryzen 9 9955HX3D laptops

Asus ROG Strix G16
Asus ROG Strix G16: was $2,500 now $2,476.10 at excaliberpc.com

The Asus ROG Strix G16 is a powerhouse laptop featuring AMD’s Ryzen 9 9955HX3D processor and a 240Hz 16-inch 2.5K IPS display.

It includes 32GB of DDR5 RAM, a 1TB PCIe 4.0 SSD, and Nvidia’s GeForce RTX 5070 Ti with 12GB of GDDR7 VRAM.

Built for performance, it supports DLSS 4 and ray tracing, runs Windows 11, and offers Wi-Fi 6E, HDMI 2.1, and USB-C ports.

The chassis weighs 5.5 pounds and features RGB lighting and Dolby Atmos audio.

EXcaliberPC has it for the cheapest price right now, but if it's not available there you can try Best Buy, B&H, and Amazon, where it's only a few bucks more.

See what we thought of it and the ROG Strix SCAR 16 here.

MSI  Raider A18 HX (A9WIG-082US)
MSI Raider A18 HX (A9WIG-082US): was $4,099 now $4,091 at directdial.com

The MSI Raider A18 HX A9WIG-082US is a powerhouse 18" creative and gaming notebook built for elite performance.

It features the AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX3D processor, Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 graphics with 16 GB VRAM, and a UHD+ 3840 x 2400 IPS display with 120 Hz refresh rate.

With 64 GB DDR5 memory, a 2 TB SSD, and Windows 11 Pro, it’s ready for any task.

Available in Core Black, this notebook blends stunning visuals with raw speed and power.

DirectDial has it the cheapest for $4,091 (currently out of stock but available to backorder), but you can also buy it for $4,099 from EXcaliberPC. CDW has it for $4,144.99, and Colamco sells it for $4,188.84.

In our review, we called it a "titan of a machine."

MSI  Raider A18 HX (A9WJG-052US)
MSI Raider A18 HX (A9WJG-052US): was $5,099 now $5,088 at directdial.com

The MSI Raider A18 HX A9WJG-052US looks the same, but has upgraded specs over the A9WIG-082US.

It features the same Ryzen 9 9955HX3D processor and 18" UHD+ 120Hz Mini LED display, but upgrades to the powerful RTX 5090 GPU with 24GB VRAM for superior AI and graphics performance.

It also includes expanded storage with a 4TB SSD and support for Gen5 drives.

Ideal for demanding creatives and gamers, this model delivers more power, speed, and future-ready capabilities.

Both Best Buy and ExcaliberPC sell it for $5,099.

PCSpecialist 16" Recoil
PCSpecialist 16" Recoil : £1,828 at pcspecialist.co.uk

The 16" Recoil AMD laptop is built in the UK by PCSpecialist for serious performance and customization.

Powered by the AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX3D 16-core processor and running Windows 11 Home, it features a sharp 16:10 QHD display up to 300Hz, with options for Mini-LED at 1250 nits.

With DDR5 RAM, Gen5 M.2 storage support, and optional liquid cooling, it’s fully ready for heavy loads.

A 99Wh battery, per-key RGB keyboard, HDMI 2.1, and 2.5G Ethernet round out this powerhouse package.

It's priced from £1,83528, which is around $2,484.

XMG  NEO 16 (A25)
XMG NEO 16 (A25): €2,639 at bestware.com

The XMG NEO 16 (A25) is a premium 16" laptop (referred to as "The One") pushing boundaries with its AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX3D processor and up to Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 GPU.

Its standout 300Hz QHD Mini LED display hits 1000 nits brightness, and supports local dimming with 1000 zones.

Compared to the 16" Recoil AMD (featured above), the NEO 16 offers higher power limits (up to 280W with liquid cooling), advanced tuning, and RAID-capable Gen5/Gen4 SSD support, making it ideal for performance enthusiasts.

It's priced at €2,639, which is around $3,090.

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