Best CPU Upgrade for My New 9070: Should I Stick with My 3600 or Go for Something Else?
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GamerWizard89
I'm currently using a Ryzen 5 3600 and just ordered a 9070. I'm concerned about potential bottlenecking with my current CPU. I've noticed that the 5000 series X3D chips are hard to find, so I'm wondering if I should consider upgrading to one of the non-X3D CPUs like the 5700X or 5800X/XT. Would that be a valid upgrade, or should I just stick with my 3600 and wait for AM5 prices to drop in a year or two, then potentially upgrade to the 7800X3D instead? Just to note, I plan to play single-player games at 1440p.
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Consider grabbing a used 8-core processor that isn't the 5700—you’ll likely have a smooth experience with gaming after that.
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Honestly, I think sticking with the 3600 for now is a good plan. Depending on how prices shake out, you might find better options later. Plus, I've seen Newegg running some solid DDR5 combo deals if you decide to upgrade your whole setup in the future.
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Keep an eye out for the 5800X3D; it's pretty solid if you find one at a reasonable price.
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I've got a 5600 (non-X) running alongside my 9070, and it works just fine. If you go for anything, just make sure it has 32MB of L3 cache like the 5600, 5700X, or 5800X series. They should suit you well.
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I think the 5800X or 5800XT would be the best bang for your buck if you're looking to upgrade soon. Just bagged one for $150 at MicroCenter—definitely a step up from the 3800X I was using!
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