Hey everyone! I'm stuck between the Ryzen 9950X3D and the 9800X3D processors. I want to ensure I get fantastic performance for both gaming and music production, especially since I work in Cubase. I'm looking for some insights on whether the extra cost for the 9950X3D is justified or if the 9800X3D will more than meet my needs. Appreciate any advice!
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I recently went with the 9800X3D for similar reasons. It handles all my plugins in Cubase without any issues, and I don't feel like I'm missing out on performance. Both CPUs are powerful, but if budget is a concern, the 9800 is a smart pick!
I think if you're serious about production and want to keep up with future demands, the 9950X3D could be a good investment. But if gaming is your main focus, stick with the 9800X3D; it has great performance for both worlds!
It really depends on how you use your plugins. If your production work is heavily reliant on single-core performance, you might not need the extra power of the 9950X3D. Most people I know are fine with the 9800X3D for gameplay and music tasks.
If you're looking for better productivity in your music production and plan to heavily multitask, the 9950X3D could be worth it. It offers more cores which might help with certain workloads, although many comment that the 9800X3D still handles gaming exceptionally well.
But seriously, for gaming performance alone, the 9800X3D is fantastic!
Agreed! Just ensure your workload can benefit from the extra cores before splurging.