I'm looking to upgrade from my current AMD Ryzen 5 3400G. I'm trying to decide between the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D and the 9700X for productivity tasks and gaming at 2K and 4K resolutions. The 9800X3D is priced at $451, while the 9700X is around $305.9. I'm planning to use an ASUS ROG Strix B650E-F Gaming motherboard. I want to make a solid investment that will last for years. Can you help me choose the best CPU?
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For productivity, both CPUs will perform somewhat similarly, but the 9800X3D shines when it comes to gaming. The difference is more noticeable based on your GPU and game settings. If you're aiming for high-end performance, the 9800X3D might be worth the extra cash.
I'm thinking of getting the MSI Gaming RTX 5070 12G Ventus 3X OC. Do you think that'll pair well with either CPU? I just want to make sure my components work together nicely!