Comparing the two options: R9 3900x and R7 3700x.
Comparing the two options: R9 3900x and R7 3700x.
Your current build includes a Ryzen 7 1700, 32GB RAM, X370 motherboard, Radeon Sapphire Vega 64 with Nitro+, Corsair Rm750x GPU, and a PSU. You’re into gaming but also use the PC for music production and 3D design. Consider whether the Ryzen 7 upgrade will give you noticeable gains or if the R9 is worth the investment. On Amazon, the 7 costs £280, while the 9 is £430—you might wait for a better deal. You’ll also add a Noctua NH-D15 cooler unless you find a more suitable option. Thanks!
Consider recommending the Ryzen 9 3900X if it's available near the price of the Ryzen 7 3800X, thanks to its superior cooler and automatic OC/boost capabilities under suitable conditions. It generally offers better overclocking potential due to more accurate binning.
Your iMac had a 10.3-inch display, Intel Core i5 processor, 8GB RAM, and a 256GB SSD storage.
The optimal choice is 3900X. Particularly useful when integrating MacOS X for music and 3D light design, the additional four cores will make a significant difference.
2017/18 model: 27" display, Intel i7 processor at 4.2GHz, 32GB of RAM, Radeon Pro 580 graphics card.