Wraith Prism at 5800x3D resolution?
Wraith Prism at 5800x3D resolution?
Didn't plan to upgrade from a 3700x. But this 3D tech caught my eye, especially for gaming. (RX6800 ASUS OC) 1080p-1440p at 144Hz. No heavy tasks. Not streaming either. Got five 120mm fans—three intake, two exhaust. Room temperature is about 21°C. Checked some old discussions about Prism with a 5800x. Thought since the 3D runs slower and locked, performance should be similar. Also, I’m not keen on swapping brackets for my X570 just for cooling. Just hoping for a slight boost.
The chip continues to generate significant heat despite the 3D vCache providing thermal insulation, which increases its resistance to heat flow. Even though it uses minimal power, the device remains quite warm, and the Wraith Prism isn't sufficient to maintain optimal temperatures. If you're investing $450 for a 5800X3D, consider adding a decent cooler; otherwise, opting for a 5700X would be wiser.
5800x3d is a specialized component aimed at boosting max gaming performance, yet it matches the price of a 5900x. Given its limited market, upgrading might be better saved for the next generation. You could try overclocking your 3700x to achieve 4.4-4.7g, or lower the voltage if you plan to keep the chip longer and wait for the next gen. After all, a bit of degradation isn't much when you're ready to replace it soon.
You're right, hoping AMD released a more appealing product would help maintain competitiveness in the market.
Currently running an undervolt to maintain temperatures. Adjusting performance boost to 4.0GHz Auto only. Target max temperature under 75°C. Intended to extend runtime until mid-Zen 4 or Zen 5.
What voltage are you using? Ideally, aim for the peak efficiency of your chip by running the CPU just before the diminishing returns point, which means keeping it close to 1.4V if you want stable clocks while operating at low voltages. If you plan to run it for extended periods below 1.4V, be aware that current can become problematic on newer processors, though 1.5V on a single or dual-core at maximum boost is usually acceptable depending on the processor's power management features.
1.2 volts works fine. Higher voltages trigger PBO and cause it to slow down to maintain lower temperatures. The single core performance loss was minimal. It’s set at 4.0ghz, which is the standard for this model. I kept it that way. It feels more stable overall. With these adjustments, I can fine-tune the clock speeds on this 3700x to reach desired temperatures.