Best CPU right now?
Best CPU right now?
Hi, thank you for your message. I'm new to this situation and haven't been online much since 2022. It sounds like things have changed quite a bit. Could you give a brief overview of the current state? Which CPUs and GPUs are performing well now? How do other options compare? I've heard mixed opinions about Intel these days, but I want to make sure I'm on the right track. I'm planning to build a new PC for my soon-to-be wife and might pass it off to her while I work on my own setup. I play a lot of games, use VR regularly, and also run CAD and editing software often. From what I understand, AMD is strong in gaming while Intel seems better suited for creative tasks. Would I be misunderstanding these trends? I'll check the details later. Thanks!
Top CPU picks for gaming include the 9800X3D and 9950X3D. For the best GPU, go with the 5090. Just a fun tip: if you get a 3060, consider gifting your partner a card that says "I don't love you anymore."
Mentioned by @Dedayog The best gaming CPU right now is the 9800X3D. For more cores during intense tasks, consider the 9900X3D or 9950X3D. I switched from a heavily overclocked 9900k to a Ryzen 7700x and noticed a noticeable boost in frame rate with my RTX 4080. Also, there was a significant improvement in the 1% and 0.1% frames versus the 9900k. The 9900k felt unusable, causing stuttering issues. After upgrading from a 7700x to a 9800X3D, I saw even greater gains in certain titles.
They might perform differently in games versus the 9800X3D. It could mean better editing and modeling performance but lower gaming speed. The trade-off depends on your needs. For a 9800X3D, choosing the right motherboard is important—especially if you plan to overclock and transfer NVMe drives.
In gaming the results will be quite alike, within benchmark limits. TechTesters just posted a solid video comparing the 9950X3D with the 9800X3D and Intel’s latest model. Strongly suggest checking it out—I personally favor the 9800X3D. Many suitable motherboards exist for the 9800X3D. You own the older B650 and X670 (needs BIOS update for Ryzen 9000) plus the new B850 and X870 that came out for the Ryzen 9000. Most are essentially similar to the Ryzen 7000 line, and AM5 remains consistent. Some support PCIe Gen5 and Wi-Fi 7. I usually use a mid-range ASUS TUF B650 PLUS WIFI with my overclocked 9800X3D. It hits around 5.6Ghz over the stock 5.25Ghz. Temperatures on the VRM stay stable, delivering pure speed. You don’t need a $450 board for these chips. I’m using a DeepCool AK620 with a steady 27% fan speed—it keeps things cool and quiet during intense sessions. I’ll share three links summarizing the B650, X670 and X870. You can also watch their videos on the Hardware Unboxed YouTube channel. B650 – https://www.techspot.com/review/2861-amd...ds-part-3/ X670 – https://www.techspot.com/bestof/amd-x670-motherboards/ X870 – https://www.techspot.com/review/2907-amd...herboards/
5090 is essentially the top choice, though the extremely high costs, limited availability, and ongoing driver and thermal problems make me avoid Nvidia. The AMD 9070 XT seems like a solid alternative at a much lower price, and it’s actually available for purchase. It comes with an MSRP of $600 and offers around 4080 performance, making it a notable step up from the 3060.
It really is the case since you can’t purchase it. Lol it seems almost non-existent. A paper announcement would be the only thing I’ve ever seen. Even if possible, a $2000+ GPU is ridiculous. It doesn’t offer much better than the 4090. The 5000 series is just a joke.
It doesn’t justify the purchase price. The offer is disappointing, offering little real value. It sends a signal that customers should accept Nvidia’s pricing, even when products are poor and expensive. This isn’t the feedback consumers need to push for improvement.