Hey everyone! I've got an RX 7800 XT paired with a Ryzen 5 5600X, and I'm trying to decide if I should upgrade my CPU or just stick with what I have. I primarily play at 1440p, so I assume the GPU does most of the heavy lifting. I enjoy a mix of single-player and FPS games, but I wonder if upgrading to a 5800X3D would give me a significant performance boost. What do you think?
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You might want to consider a 5700X3D as well. Your resolution plays a big role too; at 1440p, the GPU is usually where the stress is, so if you’re playing on high settings, your CPU shouldn’t be a bottleneck. But it can depend on the games you play! For example, more CPU-intensive games could benefit from a better CPU like the 5800X3D, but benchmarks suggest that gains can really vary depending on your specific setup. If you're mostly maxing out visual settings, maybe the CPU isn’t the most crucial upgrade right now.
Honestly, I have a 5600 (non-X) with an RTX 3080 FE, and at 1440p I find that my CPU isn’t limiting my performance unless I go for ultra-high refresh rates. If your CPU isn’t bottlenecking gameplay right now, it might not be worth the investment to upgrade unless you’re experiencing specific issues.
Yup, better FPS in some games but expect around a 5% average improvement overall. You might see up to 15% in specific titles, which is nice for boost in 1% lows, but think about the price—you might find a used 5700X3D for around 200-300, and that’s usually a better deal than the 5800X3D. Plus, 5700X3D has similar performance without breaking the bank.
For any upgrade, just look at your goals. If you're playing max settings and not hitting any snags, maybe save your cash for other parts or upgrades later. The last generation's CPUs are dropping in price, and you could jump into AM5 for a more future-proof option. Just food for thought!
That’s kind of similar to my setup, and I felt the same; the 5600X is pretty solid unless you're gaming at super high refresh rates.