I'm trying to decide if the 9800x3d is worth the extra $130 compared to the 7800x3d. I plan to pair it with a 9070xt for gaming at 1440p. Can anyone provide insights on the performance differences and if it's worth the upgrade?
9 Answers
Nope, I don’t think it's worth it at all.
Honestly, I think the 9800x3d is worth the extra cash. It runs cooler and is better equipped to handle powerful GPUs, like the Nvidia 6000 series. This means you might not need to upgrade the whole system when you decide to change your GPU later on.
At 1440p, both the 7800x3d and 9800x3d will give you similar average fps compared to a 7600x, except in demanding games like God of War and The Last of Us. So, consider how much you value those specific titles when making your choice.
I wouldn’t bother unless you’re into CPU-heavy games. If Cities Skylines 2 was all I played, I’d definitely go for the 9000 series, though.
Probably not worth it. If you want to spend the extra cash, sure, go for it, but don't expect a game-changing difference at 1440p. It's still one of the best CPUs for gamers, though.
I recommend going for the 9800x3d to avoid any buyer's remorse with the 7800x3d. The 9000 series has better cooling due to the vcache being under the die, plus it has more L1 cache and better clock speeds overall.
7800x3d is my pick, hands down. It's solid and has been doing well for me.
For $130 more? Nah, maybe $70 to $80 at most seems reasonable for the difference. Both are easy to keep cool, so you might save some cash here.
If you're targeting high fps for AAA titles, then maybe skip the upgrade. The 9800x3d has its perks in competitive games, but it won't be a massive leap in performance overall.
Thanks! Just trying to weigh the benefits.