I came across a used 9800x3d for $360, which seems like a great deal to me. The seller mentioned they only used it for a month with no issues. However, I'm worried about how long the 9800x3d will last. I've heard about numerous stability issues, with some users having their CPUs fail multiple times, even after receiving replacements from AMD. I'm in the process of upgrading my PC from a 3060 ti to a 4070, and while I know I could opt for a cheaper CPU that would likely perform similarly, this deal makes me want something that's future-proof and can last for at least 5 years.
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I haven't had any issues with my 9800x3d, and I haven't heard much about unstable or broken CPUs related to it. Is this a widespread concern?
Yes, there have been some cases with ASRock boards, as they sometimes push voltage higher than needed. Other brands have had failures, but it's not as frequent.
Most of the reported issues seem to be with ASRock motherboards. There are a few cases across other brands, but they're quite rare. I have the 9800x3d with a Gigabyte x870 and have experienced no problems at all.
Honestly, the idea of 'future-proofing' is mostly a marketing trick. You’ll likely find yourself upgrading components every couple of years anyway. The tech today isn’t built to last like it was 10-20 years ago.
You say that, but my 3770k lasted me a solid decade before I moved on!
Well, I appreciate that reassurance! I did read about someone mentioning problems primarily with ASRock motherboards. What motherboard do you have?