I just started my PC gaming journey last year and I'm considering upgrading my CPU. I typically play CPU-intensive games like Rainbow Six Siege and Rust. Right now, I'm using a Ryzen 5 5500, and I'm curious if the Ryzen 7 5700X3D is worth the upgrade over the Ryzen 7 5700X. Here are my current specs: Ryzen 5 5500, Asus AMD RX 7600 EVO OC 8GB GDDR6, and 16GB of 3200MHz DDR4 RAM on an Asus Prime/Biostar A520M motherboard.
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Honestly, if you already have the 5500, I'd suggest either getting the 5700X3D or just sticking with your current CPU. The 5500 still holds up pretty well for most games.
If you don’t want to stress your budget too much, then maybe skip the 5700X completely. The 5700X3D is definitely the one to aim for if you want that extra power.
It really varies by price. For a game like Rust, the 5700X3D is a better choice. If you can snag a used one for around $200-$250, I'd say go for it, but much more than that might not justify the expense.
You might want to check out some comparisons on YouTube about the 5700X versus the 5700X3D, especially based on the games you're interested in. The 5700X3D would give you a significant performance boost, but definitely keep an eye on prices. That can make a big difference!
I found a used 5700X for $280 AUD and a 5700X3D for $630 AUD. Do you think the performance gain is worth that much more?
Absolutely, if you can find the X3D at a good price, it’s a great upgrade. Just make sure you’re getting a good deal!
Any tips on where I should look for good deals on used CPUs?