I'm looking for recommendations on the best CPU to pair with a 5090 graphics card for gaming on a 5K ultra-wide monitor. What setups are others using for optimal performance?
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The 9850X3D is currently among the best CPUs for gaming. If you're willing to invest, it's worth getting. But honestly, at 5K resolution, you might not see a huge performance difference with any other AM5 CPU that's not X3D.
I’ve been using the 9800X3D and it runs great! But at 5K, you might end up GPU-bound anyway, so consider your budget carefully.
Why not consider the 7800X3D instead? It might fit your needs better, especially if you're not looking to spend a fortune.
Any recent x-series, k-series, or x3D chips will do just fine. It really doesn't matter much at that resolution.
Seems like a troll post, but there's some truth to it. At 5K, your GPU does the heavy lifting, so I'm curious about your thoughts on CPU choice given that.
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