Which GPU and CPU combo is better for 4K gaming?
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I'm trying to decide between two setups for gaming at 4K. The first option is an RTX 5070 Ti paired with a Ryzen 7800X3D for £923.20. The second option is the same RTX 5070 Ti with a Ryzen 9600X for £795.20. I'm wondering if choosing the 9600X will significantly affect my performance at 4K, especially since I'll be using upscaling. I've heard that the X3D series offers a substantial performance boost, particularly with features like DLSS. Any insights would be appreciated! Thanks in advance!
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At 4K, you're usually more limited by your GPU than your CPU. So, either CPU paired with the RTX 5070 Ti should give you a pretty similar experience. The Ryzen 7800X3D does perform better in certain games, but you’ll notice more of that advantage at lower resolutions like 1080p or 1440p. If you’re playing CPU-intensive games, the Ryzen 7 might have some benefits, but overall both chips should serve you well for 4K.
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Check out this video to help you decide: https://youtu.be/gpN4nyftQ3M?si=xXZxzpxHgt--f7V8. It covers a lot about performance at 4K! Just keep in mind that it might not take into account upscaling, which is a big part of your plan.
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CuriousCat21: Good point! I’m really looking at how upscaling affects performance, too.