I'm considering upgrading my old PC, which has an Intel Core i5 8400, and I'm looking at the AMD Ryzen 7 9700X as a potential option. However, I've come across discussions suggesting that the Ryzen 7 7800X3D might be a better choice. Can anyone share their thoughts on whether the 9700X is worth it or recommend a different processor that offers better performance for the price? I'm particularly interested in any Ryzen AM5 options.
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The value of the 9700X really depends on how much you're paying compared to the 7700 series or even Ryzen 5 processors. The 7800X3D is generally faster, so if it's within your budget, it might be a better investment for performance.
Could you share your other PC specs? It might help in making a better recommendation!
I haven't settled on a motherboard yet—I'm planning to choose one based on the processor. I'm also still exploring options for the graphics card, so I'm a bit in the dark about which components to pick.