I'm considering a switch from my aging Intel i9 11900k. It's slowing down, and I want to upgrade before it completely fails me. I use this PC for both gaming and recording/editing with OBS and Hitfilm. I'm also thinking about streaming from this setup. I'm looking at the AMD 9950x3D, but the hefty $700 price tag is making me hesitate, especially since I'd need a new motherboard and I'd have to replace my 64GB of DDR4 RAM. I'm looking for something that can handle my gaming and editing workload without breaking the bank. I don't know much about AMD or their benchmarks, so I'd appreciate any guidance—feel free to explain it simply!
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Before you decide, what resolution do you typically game at? That's a significant factor in choosing the right CPU.
The 9950x3D might be overkill for your needs, especially if you're focusing on video editing and streaming. A 9950x without the 3D tech could be a solid choice. If you want to save some cash, you could even consider the 9900x. But if you're aiming for top-tier performance, you might want to think about whether you really need that many cores.
For gaming, the 9800x3D is a great fit! Plus, I'd recommend starting with 32GB of RAM and waiting for prices to drop before adding more.