I'm building a new gaming system using the AM5 platform and need some advice on which CPU to pick. Here are my options along with their prices in USD:
* 7600 - $226
* 7700 - $251
* 9600 - $238
* 9600X - $245
I plan to use this system exclusively for gaming, so I'm not interested in productivity performance. I've read that Zen 5 offers improvements mainly for non-gaming tasks. I'd love to know if there are significant gaming advantages or features worth considering with these CPUs!
4 Answers
You're correct about the performance difference; the leap from Zen 4 to 5 isn't as significant as from Zen 3 to 4. The 9600X looks to be the best bet for gaming with the options you listed!
Have you thought about the 9700? It might be worth considering.
If you can push your budget a bit more, consider getting the 7600X3D for around $50 more. It should give you a noticeable boost in gaming performance!
From your list, I’d definitely recommend the 9600X. It's a solid choice for gaming and gives you great performance for the price!
Is it worth spending an extra $6 for the 7700 instead?
I'd love to, but the 7600X3D isn't available in my area.