7800x3d VE
7800x3d VE
If you mainly play games, it's okay. The V-Cache doesn't hurt performance; the issue lies in CPU cores running slower than the 3D versions, which can slightly reduce productivity tasks. A possible downside is certain video formats that Intel supports better on CPUs than GPUs, though these are niche and rarely needed.
I'm feeling a bit drained, but I'm still keen on gaming and video editing. I don't want to upgrade anytime soon—planning to buy a new PC in 6-7 years. For now, what CPU should I pick?