Hey everyone! I recently upgraded my GPU and now I'm considering a CPU upgrade as well. I'm currently using an ROG STRIX B550-F GAMING motherboard with a Ryzen 5 5600. I've come across some conflicting information about which CPUs are compatible with my motherboard. I've heard that the Ryzen 7 5800X3D might be the best option, but I can't find it anywhere, or it's only available used, and I'm unsure if that's a safe choice. I'd really appreciate your suggestions!
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If you're looking to upgrade, the Ryzen 5700X3D or the 5800X3D are your best bets without needing a new motherboard or switching to DDR5 RAM. However, bear in mind that the 5800X3D was discontinued last summer, so it's quite rare these days. Good luck hunting one down, but be aware that the 5700X3D has also been tough to find at a decent price lately.
The 5700X3D is definitely worth considering, but it’s getting harder to find at a reasonable price these days. If you can grab one for around $250, then go for it! Otherwise, you might want to think about selling your current setup and moving to an entry-level AM5 CPU, which could offer more bang for your buck.
Just a heads up, since you're on the AM4 socket, you'll only be able to use Ryzen 5xxx CPUs. The 5800X3D is the best gaming CPU for your setup. Chips like the 5600, 5700, and 5800X3D could be solid upgrades. The 5700 and 5800 are especially good, but even the 5600X3D can provide a 20-40% performance boost if you have high-end gear like a 4090!
I actually managed to snag a 5800X3D just two days ago, so that's part of the reason I'm looking to upgrade!