F5F Stay Refreshed Hardware Desktop 5600x, 5800x or 3900x available

5600x, 5800x or 3900x available

5600x, 5800x or 3900x available

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01-14-2020, 03:48 AM
#1
I'm planning a new PC with a 3080 and am considering CPU options. I thought about the 3700X but settled on the 5600X. Now I’m leaning toward the 5800X because I want it to last longer and more cores will help with heavier games. The 3900X offers similar performance at a lower price, but it has fewer cores. What’s your recommendation?
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ProSkillsNinja
01-14-2020, 03:48 AM #1

I'm planning a new PC with a 3080 and am considering CPU options. I thought about the 3700X but settled on the 5600X. Now I’m leaning toward the 5800X because I want it to last longer and more cores will help with heavier games. The 3900X offers similar performance at a lower price, but it has fewer cores. What’s your recommendation?

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DeathBeastDB
Senior Member
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01-14-2020, 06:25 AM
#2
5600x ideal for gaming, 5800x and higher suited for video/photo editing, streaming, etc.
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DeathBeastDB
01-14-2020, 06:25 AM #2

5600x ideal for gaming, 5800x and higher suited for video/photo editing, streaming, etc.

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Justingunz96
Junior Member
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01-14-2020, 09:29 AM
#3
For extended gaming, especially aiming for more than five years, the 5800x likely delivers solid value over time.
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Justingunz96
01-14-2020, 09:29 AM #3

For extended gaming, especially aiming for more than five years, the 5800x likely delivers solid value over time.

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MrWalker808
Member
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01-15-2020, 11:02 AM
#4
Playing games is playing games, unless you're handling tasks like editing or streaming. 5600x works just fine.
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MrWalker808
01-15-2020, 11:02 AM #4

Playing games is playing games, unless you're handling tasks like editing or streaming. 5600x works just fine.

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IrishSpring
Junior Member
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01-20-2020, 10:28 AM
#5
Suggest what you can get now or keep waiting next year. I attempted to buy two 5900x units but both failed. I was hoping for trouble but didn’t expect it. I’m on the same side about sticking with a long-term PC. I’m currently running a 2600k.
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IrishSpring
01-20-2020, 10:28 AM #5

Suggest what you can get now or keep waiting next year. I attempted to buy two 5900x units but both failed. I was hoping for trouble but didn’t expect it. I’m on the same side about sticking with a long-term PC. I’m currently running a 2600k.

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FearMeSlaves
Junior Member
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01-22-2020, 03:42 AM
#6
I need 5800 for starting streaming or creating content just in case.
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FearMeSlaves
01-22-2020, 03:42 AM #6

I need 5800 for starting streaming or creating content just in case.

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flyer78
Senior Member
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01-25-2020, 11:43 AM
#7
Yes, go for the 5800x if you are doing those
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flyer78
01-25-2020, 11:43 AM #7

Yes, go for the 5800x if you are doing those

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TheCCSampson
Member
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01-25-2020, 12:04 PM
#8
This build looks good. All components are listed and priced correctly. Make sure to verify compatibility before assembly.
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TheCCSampson
01-25-2020, 12:04 PM #8

This build looks good. All components are listed and priced correctly. Make sure to verify compatibility before assembly.

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SuperEster04
Junior Member
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01-25-2020, 04:09 PM
#9
Attractive build overall. The 5800x has its issues, especially for gaming, though it’s not significantly worse than the 5600x. A $100 increase in your budget could make a big difference—opting for the 5900x would be a smarter choice.
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SuperEster04
01-25-2020, 04:09 PM #9

Attractive build overall. The 5800x has its issues, especially for gaming, though it’s not significantly worse than the 5600x. A $100 increase in your budget could make a big difference—opting for the 5900x would be a smarter choice.