I'm trying to decide between the 7950X3D and the 9800X3D to pair with my 7900XTX. I'm mainly focused on gaming, and I've heard some games utilize more than 6-8 cores, which is making me consider my options carefully. Any advice?
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Don't forget the resolution you're gaming at! If you're on 4K, a powerful GPU like the 7900XTX will take priority over the CPU, so you might not need the extra cores of the 9800X3D. However, if you're gaming at lower resolutions, then go for the 9800X3D for that extra performance in CPU-heavy games.
I'd recommend going with the 9800X3D for gaming. It has great performance, especially if that's your main focus. I have a 9900X3D paired with my 7900XTX, and it runs like a dream on Linux with 6000 CL30 RAM. Really solid choice!
It really depends on your needs! If you're primarily gaming, the 9800X3D is likely the better pick. But remember, some games do leverage more cores, so make sure to factor in what titles you'll be playing.
Yeah, I mainly play games, just trying to make sure I choose right since some use more power.
Whoa, that setup sounds amazing! I might lean towards the 9900X3D too!