F5F Stay Refreshed Hardware Desktop Considering a switch from 5800x to 5800x3D but my cooler isn't upgrading...

Considering a switch from 5800x to 5800x3D but my cooler isn't upgrading...

Considering a switch from 5800x to 5800x3D but my cooler isn't upgrading...

F
FionsFianna
Junior Member
16
03-29-2022, 06:52 PM
#1
I’m considering a change and my current cooler, Noctua NH-L9a-AM4 chromax.black, works well with my setup (refer to the attached photo). It’s clear this model can handle the load as long as I don’t push it too hard. I’ve heard that disabling certain cores might lower power consumption and heat output while maintaining performance—something that could be useful. The 5800x3DVCache seems like a solid upgrade since I’m not targeting the 7k Series. This machine is meant for gaming and streaming, not a high-end workstation.
F
FionsFianna
03-29-2022, 06:52 PM #1

I’m considering a change and my current cooler, Noctua NH-L9a-AM4 chromax.black, works well with my setup (refer to the attached photo). It’s clear this model can handle the load as long as I don’t push it too hard. I’ve heard that disabling certain cores might lower power consumption and heat output while maintaining performance—something that could be useful. The 5800x3DVCache seems like a solid upgrade since I’m not targeting the 7k Series. This machine is meant for gaming and streaming, not a high-end workstation.

B
BudderKing0428
Member
174
03-29-2022, 07:40 PM
#2
You're right about the 5800x3d. Disabling its cores likely won't justify an upgrade. Stick with the 5800x—it's a solid chip.
B
BudderKing0428
03-29-2022, 07:40 PM #2

You're right about the 5800x3d. Disabling its cores likely won't justify an upgrade. Stick with the 5800x—it's a solid chip.

S
SunwardHeron
Junior Member
45
03-31-2022, 05:30 PM
#3
The 5800x3d doesn’t officially allow overclocking (thanks MSI), but after upgrading it works just fine. The thermal performance isn’t terrible on that chip. Upgrading isn’t necessary unless you have a specific reason—otherwise the regular 5800x is perfectly adequate.
S
SunwardHeron
03-31-2022, 05:30 PM #3

The 5800x3d doesn’t officially allow overclocking (thanks MSI), but after upgrading it works just fine. The thermal performance isn’t terrible on that chip. Upgrading isn’t necessary unless you have a specific reason—otherwise the regular 5800x is perfectly adequate.

C
creaper2012
Member
205
03-31-2022, 05:47 PM
#4
It looks like a lot of effort isn't worth it—just hold onto what you already have.
C
creaper2012
03-31-2022, 05:47 PM #4

It looks like a lot of effort isn't worth it—just hold onto what you already have.

X
xImFizzy
Member
213
03-31-2022, 07:02 PM
#5
I expanded my investigation, and it seems I’m not relying on the 1080p setting anymore. The 5800x3D isn’t necessary; I didn’t realize it was actually slower than the 5800x version. Thanks for your assistance!
X
xImFizzy
03-31-2022, 07:02 PM #5

I expanded my investigation, and it seems I’m not relying on the 1080p setting anymore. The 5800x3D isn’t necessary; I didn’t realize it was actually slower than the 5800x version. Thanks for your assistance!