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The 3950x offers significant advantages over the 9900K in rendering and gaming performance.

The 3950x offers significant advantages over the 9900K in rendering and gaming performance.

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MyDex59
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07-28-2019, 12:02 PM
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I work with a lot of files in Sony Vegas, After Effects and then play games. The 3950x looks promising but it's over $300 more than the 9900K which is $540. The 3950x is currently discounted, otherwise it's $950. Assistance needed!
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07-28-2019, 12:02 PM #1

I work with a lot of files in Sony Vegas, After Effects and then play games. The 3950x looks promising but it's over $300 more than the 9900K which is $540. The 3950x is currently discounted, otherwise it's $950. Assistance needed!

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07-28-2019, 12:20 PM
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Are you compensated for your work? How much does your effort translate into value? If rendering feels more like a casual project than a necessity, the 9900K is worth considering. The 3950X suits rendering well (especially in After Effects) but isn’t ideal for gaming. The 9900K offers a solid balance, being both reliable and affordable.
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07-28-2019, 12:20 PM #2

Are you compensated for your work? How much does your effort translate into value? If rendering feels more like a casual project than a necessity, the 9900K is worth considering. The 3950X suits rendering well (especially in After Effects) but isn’t ideal for gaming. The 9900K offers a solid balance, being both reliable and affordable.

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07-29-2019, 01:28 PM
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The 3950x should be around 750, though prices can vary outside the US. Compare it to a 3000x which should be similar to a 9900K but quicker for multicore tasks. The choice depends on the program; I’d switch from Sony Vegas to Reslove for its great performance and speed. It really depends on workload, as the 3900x matches the 9900K closely and the 3950x is a bit faster.
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07-29-2019, 01:28 PM #3

The 3950x should be around 750, though prices can vary outside the US. Compare it to a 3000x which should be similar to a 9900K but quicker for multicore tasks. The choice depends on the program; I’d switch from Sony Vegas to Reslove for its great performance and speed. It really depends on workload, as the 3900x matches the 9900K closely and the 3950x is a bit faster.

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08-12-2019, 09:06 PM
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Choose 3700X for heavy rendering and gaming, or keep the 9900K if you prefer.
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Mikeahl
08-12-2019, 09:06 PM #4

Choose 3700X for heavy rendering and gaming, or keep the 9900K if you prefer.

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08-13-2019, 01:05 PM
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In gaming it's not so much, but everywhere else it is.
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OneTapDiverse
08-13-2019, 01:05 PM #5

In gaming it's not so much, but everywhere else it is.

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08-15-2019, 12:06 AM
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Your workload benefits from additional cores or threads, so gaming isn't a priority. Certain Adobe applications also don't rely heavily on cores, while most video editing, 3D modeling, and similar programs can utilize all available cores. The 3900X offers a more affordable option similar to the 9900K.
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NayZayRay
08-15-2019, 12:06 AM #6

Your workload benefits from additional cores or threads, so gaming isn't a priority. Certain Adobe applications also don't rely heavily on cores, while most video editing, 3D modeling, and similar programs can utilize all available cores. The 3900X offers a more affordable option similar to the 9900K.

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08-15-2019, 06:22 AM
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I receive payment for rendering work, but I’m curious about the added cost of $300. Is it worth the performance increase over a 9900K model, especially since the Ryzen offers only slight gains in rendering speed and better gaming performance?
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Nitrux
08-15-2019, 06:22 AM #7

I receive payment for rendering work, but I’m curious about the added cost of $300. Is it worth the performance increase over a 9900K model, especially since the Ryzen offers only slight gains in rendering speed and better gaming performance?

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08-23-2019, 05:25 AM
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Yes, having more cores and threads definitely improves performance, but ensure adequate cooling is in place. Additionally, the "sale" price remains significantly higher than the manufacturer's recommended price.
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crazyant
08-23-2019, 05:25 AM #8

Yes, having more cores and threads definitely improves performance, but ensure adequate cooling is in place. Additionally, the "sale" price remains significantly higher than the manufacturer's recommended price.

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