bought cpu
bought cpu
I recently purchased an AMD 9700X from Amazon for £242. It’s scheduled to ship next Saturday. My main concern is why I opted for the 9700X instead of the 7800X3D or 9800X3D, aside from the price difference. Many users on various websites have reported issues like stuttering and micro-stuttering in their games, sometimes even outside gaming sessions. It could be unrelated to the CPU, possibly due to GPU problems, driver settings, or other configurations that need adjustment. I’ve been hesitant about the X3D model but still feel uncertain. Perhaps taking a chance on an X3D would be better since this PC will remain in use for a while without updates or replacements soon. The idea of spending £2,000 on a machine that keeps having problems doesn’t really excite me. Don’t worry—this is just my frustration.
9700x is a solid CPU choice, no need to worry. 9800X3D is definitely superior (and I haven’t heard any micro stutter complaints), but 9700x will work just fine—especially if you’re not streaming at 480Hz 1080p. Don’t get too caught up. The AM5 socket will also back Zen6 Ryzen in the future, so if you ever crave more performance (like for advanced simulations later), you can invest now and upgrade to something like a 10800X3D or similar in the future. Don’t waste money on a Lamborghini just because you think you might want it someday.
First, TONS of us have the X3D chips. They're working great, no issues on my 3. There is no real "risk" of getting one, as you say. Also, why CAN'T you upgrade in the future? Why can't you sell the 9700X in a year and buy a 9800X3D to drop in? Being so close-minded to upgrading over time is just weird. There's nothing inherently wrong with it, you won't lose your man card over it. Rant in status update, then. Cuz it's a very illogical post that is causing you anxiety and frankly makes no real sense in a few places.
Avoid stuttering in games by performing a clean Windows install, adding launchers like Game Launcher and Afterburner, and removing all unnecessary software such as RGB tools, fan apps, VPNs, etc. Also consider a full system debloat. This can boost your average FPS significantly—potentially increasing it by 20 fps or more if you exceed 100—and limit FPS drops to just 1% or 0.1%.
Thanks for your responses, upgrading will be more challenging in the future. I’m still paying for this PC from a source I received, and as a caregiver, my finances are limited. Yes, I understand what you’re saying about the 9800x3D—no stutters detected so far. It seems like bad luck might be playing a role. I’ve noticed many people with X3D CPUs experiencing issues, some fixing it while others face ongoing problems without a solution. It could just be coincidence, but often it’s related to driver issues, incorrect BIOS settings, mouse conflicts, or conflicting apps. If I were certain there would be no problems, I’d likely buy the 9800x3D now. But I’ll find out for sure once I encounter real difficulties. This isn’t just about the CPU—it involves all the other components and settings I need to consider.
I'm really considering this, but the x3d chips seem to be top gaming CPUs. I've seen tons of discussions about other CPUs with issues, but it's usually just user mistakes.
Searching for communities with X3D challenges? Where are they located? If problems exist, I wouldn’t have three. Checking the 9800X3D version for a fourth option. You seem to be dealing with something you need help solving, so let’s try. What does a "carer" refer to? Upgrading later is just a straightforward calculation. Purchase a 9700X for $275 today, sell it in a year for $200, and acquire the 9800X3D for $350–$400. Or opt for the 9800X3D now at $475. Numbers don’t lie—no one suggests spending $275 now and $475 later.
A large number of devices have been destroyed (ranging from hundreds to a few thousand), mainly from various mobile manufacturers, though the majority came from AsRock. Still, it’s not something I’d be overly concerned about—it’s extremely uncommon even on AsRock models with modern chipsets.
You're referring to searching for "9800X3D stuttering" and discovering numerous accounts of related problems. That’s quite typical. Performing a similar search on any well-known CPU or GPU will yield the same pattern: many individuals discussing stuttering issues. Online results aren’t a reliable indicator of overall prevalence due to biased sampling from search queries.