I'm in the process of upgrading my PC to support DDR5. Currently, I have a 6700 XT graphics card and I plan to upgrade to a 5070 Ti in the future. I'm mostly a casual gamer, playing titles like League of Legends, Teamfight Tactics, and PUBG at 1440P. Right now, I'm considering whether to go for the 9700X CPU at €272 or the 9800X3D at €445. My main concern is whether my current 6700 XT can handle the 9800X3D if I can't upgrade my GPU for another year. What do you all think about my CPU options?
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Have you considered the 7700? It’s quite affordable and performs similarly. But if you're committed to getting one of the newest models, either the 9700X or 9800X3D are solid choices. Just keep in mind the price difference—make sure it’s worth it for your gaming style!
If you're gaming at 1440P, your GPU will likely be the main bottleneck rather than the CPU. The 9700X should be just fine, and you'll save some cash that you could invest in faster RAM instead. As for the 6700 XT, it should hold up pretty well for your gaming needs unless you dive into new titles that rely heavily on ray tracing, which AMD cards can struggle with a bit.
The performance jump from 9700X to 9800X3D can be significant, sometimes up to 20-50% depending on the game. If you're considering a future upgrade to the 5070 Ti, pairing it with the 9800X3D would give you a solid setup for years to come. Your 6700 XT will work well with the 9800X3D, and there are tools that can help you assess the bottleneck situation.
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