Hey everyone! I just ordered a 9070XT GPU and I'm trying to figure out which CPU to pair it with. I'm considering either the 7700X or the 9700X, but I'm open to other recommendations too. I'm aiming for 1440p gaming focused on competitive FPS titles. The new X3D series CPUs are unfortunately a bit beyond my budget at the moment, so I'm looking for a solid match that won't bottleneck my setup.
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You should definitely consider the price difference between the 9700X and the 7800X3D as well. Sometimes it’s just under $100. The 7800X3D is known for reducing RAM latency, which could really benefit your setup. Here's a breakdown of costs for different configurations if you want to see the total impact on your budget!
Both the 7700X and 9700X are decent choices for your setup! The 9700X usually has a slight edge since it's a newer model. You might want to compare prices to see which fits your budget best. Here's a comparison link that might help you out: [CPU Comparison](https://www.cpu-monkey.com/en/compare_cpu-amd_ryzen_7_7700x-vs-amd_ryzen_7_9700x).
This was very helpful, thank you!
Hell, if the $100 extra is out of their budget, even the 7600X3D would be an option.