I'm currently using a 5600X paired with a 3070, and I recently upgraded my RAM to 64GB DDR4. I mostly play FPS games like Valorant but also multitask with browsing and Discord on a second monitor. Should I consider upgrading to a 5800X or 5700X, or is it not worth it?
5 Answers
Unless you're getting the upgrade for a steal—like selling your current CPU and only spending $20-30 more—I'd stick with what you have. The 5600X is quite capable for gaming as is.
Going for 5800X? Probably not unless you want the X3D version. The 5600X should still serve you well, especially for your gaming and multitasking needs!
Honestly, I don't think switching to the 5800X or 5700X is worth it if you're already on a 5600X. The 5600X is still a strong performer unless you're aiming for something specific, like an X3D CPU for enhanced performance in certain scenarios.
If you’re seriously considering a different CPU, maybe look into the 5900X or even wait for the Intel options like the 14600K. You’ve got 64GB of RAM, so it might be smarter to save for a really big upgrade down the line.
I swapped my 5700G for a 5800X and noticed a significant boost, mainly from the L3 cache. But honestly, if you’re already on the 5600X, upgrading might not offer enough improvement for the cost.
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