I'm looking to build a PC that will handle both gaming and 3D modeling using software like Blender, Substance Painter, and ZBrush. A friend suggested I go for the Ryzen 9 9950x, but I'm curious if there are cheaper alternatives worth considering. Thanks for any tips!
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If gaming is a priority, the X3D CPUs are fantastic! For a balance between gaming and 3D modeling, you might want to look at the 9900x3d or the 9950x3d. However, if your 3D tasks are more critical and you're gaming at higher resolutions, a standard CPU could work too. Here's a Blender benchmark to help you compare performance and cost: [Blender Benchmark](https://gamersnexus.net/u/styles/large_responsive_no_watermark_/public/inline-images/GN%20CPU%20Benchmark%20_%20Blender%204.2-4x_foolhardy_Remacri_1.png.webp).
Get the fastest CPU you can within your budget! If saving more, maybe even look into the 7000 series—more cores generally mean quicker performance! If heavy lifting isn't a must, a solid choice could be the 9700X.
What’s your budget looking like? The 9900x3d is slightly cheaper than the 9950x and offers a good mix of gaming and productivity thanks to its 12 cores.
You can also consider Intel CPUs like the Ultra 7 and Ultra 9. They perform well for gaming and productivity, generally at a lower price than Ryzen 9s.
Have you considered the 7800x3d? It’s a solid option that performs really well in gaming and can handle your modeling tasks nicely.
I've read that the 9900x3D isn't the best option out there. If you're gaming, consider something like the 9700X3D, which also excels in rendering, or go for the 9950X if you have heavy workloads.