I'm in the process of building a new gaming PC and need some advice on choosing between the 9800X3D and the 7800X3D to pair with my 9070XT. I primarily game at 1440p, and I'm curious whether the price difference of about £90-£100 for the 9800X3D is justified. My plan is to keep this setup for a good while before considering any upgrades, so I'm looking for the best value option.
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I've been using the 7800X3D and I'm really happy with it. It's a fantastic CPU that handles games very well without breaking the bank.
It really depends on your gaming style. If you're into eSports and need ultra-high FPS at lower settings, the 9800X3D might be the better pick. However, if you're mostly playing story-driven games at high settings, you might not notice a significant difference since your GPU will likely hold you back anyway. That said, I still think 7800X3D is a solid choice!
I do play a mix of games, from FPS to RPGs, so I'm thinking the GPU might limit me regardless.