Choosing between 9900kf and a 5600x upgrade can be tricky.
Choosing between 9900kf and a 5600x upgrade can be tricky.
Some titles perform better on systems with eight cores compared to six. Six cores usually suffice for most users, but it used to be common to think four cores were adequate. In just a couple of years, those additional cores might become crucial—determining whether an older setup remains functional or needs an upgrade when newer games demand them.
As mentioned before, a 3080 with a 6-core/12-thread CPU handles 4K and 1440p smoothly.