I've got an RTX 5070 that I bought last month since my 3070 died. Currently, I'm using a Ryzen 5 3500X, which isn't cutting it. I'm looking to build an AM5 setup next year, hopefully when RAM prices drop, and I'm considering a Ryzen 9 9950X3D. I do video editing for a living and game on the side, but I also have a PS5, so I'm unsure if I should go for the 9950X3D now. Alternatively, I could upgrade my current AM4 setup to a Ryzen 7 5800X and get an AIO cooler. I could save a lot more money that way and snag the CPU and cooler on January 5. I'm really confused about what to do!
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Yes, the RTX 5070 will work just fine with the Ryzen 9 9950X3D! It’s a solid pairing for gaming and video editing.
It really depends on your budget. If you want to go AM5, you’ll need to spend quite a bit on DDR5 RAM, which can range from $500 to $800. The 5070 will work with any CPU, though, so if you're fine sticking with AM4 for now, go for it!
Yeah, I get that. RAM prices are the main reason I’m hesitant to jump to AM5 right now. Guess I’ll stick with AM4 until things settle down.