I'm trying to decide between the 7600X and the 9700X for my new build. I've been reading that future games might lean towards using 8 cores, which is making me hesitant about going with the 6 core 7600X. The price difference is appealing, though—the 7600X is about £120 cheaper than the 9700X. For graphics, I'm looking at either the 9070XT or the 5070TI. What do you all think?
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The 7600X is definitely viable, but I've noticed the 9600X being priced pretty similarly, often cheaper. I’d recommend checking out the 9600X as an option; you might get better value for your money!
I think the 7600X is still a solid choice! I've been using it and have had no issues—it's performing really well for most titles. Just make sure to check the recommended specs for the games you want to play, as some might demand more cores in the future.
What's the main difference between the 7600X and the 9600X?