I'm currently running a 4070 Super with an i5 13400F and I'm considering upgrading to a new CPU, motherboard, and DDR5 RAM. I'm torn between the 7800X3D priced at 360€ and the 9800X3D for 450€. I'm trying to figure out which one would be the better investment for longevity—will the 9800X3D really be worth the extra 90€ to avoid needing another CPU upgrade for years, especially if I plan to upgrade the GPU later?
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I'd lean toward the 7800X3D, especially since new CPUs are on the horizon. Rumor has it a 12-core, 24-thread X3D will drop soon, so spending big on the 9800X3D now might be a waste when more powerful options are just around the corner.
I think you should go for the 7800X3D. I've got the same GPU with it, and I've never experienced any performance issues with the CPU. Plus, since both are AM5, you can still upgrade in the future without a complete overhaul. No need to splurge right now!
Don't forget that by the time you're actually feeling limited by either of these CPUs, there will likely be even better options available. I doubt you'll miss the 9800X3D in the long run.
Honestly, you probably won't see much difference between the two in most scenarios. The performance gap is pretty small, and if you had identical setups with just the CPU switched, you'd probably find it tough to notice any major differences. If you're only gaming, the 7800X3D should serve you just fine.
If you're really into competitive gaming where every millisecond counts, the 9800X3D could be worth it for you. But if you're playing mostly single-player games, especially at higher resolutions like 1440p, you likely won't feel a significant impact between the two.
Yeah, you won't hit a wall until you really ramp up your GPU power, so the 7800 should hold up nicely.