Ryzen 7 9800X3D Vs Ryzen 9 7950X3D: Our Recommendation

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Pros And Cons

Comparison Table

Architectural Differences

1. Core Count: Starting off, the 7950X3D takes a comfortable lead by offering users 16 cores and 32 threads as compared to the 8 cores and 16 threads equipped on the 9800X3D.
2. Clock Speed: While going over the clock speeds the 9800X3D offers a better base clock speed of 4.7GHz as compared to 4.2GHz. But the 7950X3D makes a comeback with a 5.7GHz boost clock speed when compared to the 5.2GHz offered by the latter. 
3. Cache: As for cache, the 9800X3D is equipped with 96MB of shared L3 cache, which easily gets outclassed by the 128MB available on the 7950X3D chip.
4. Process Node: Moving on to the process node, the 9800X3D offers the more efficient 4nm process size while the 7950X3D comes with a slightly bigger 5nm process size.
5. TDP: Although the processors differ in other categories, they both host a similar 120 TDP rating but due to the difference in technology one could be more power efficient than the other.

With the recent release of the X3D chips of the 9000 series by AMD, the market has been buzzing with the news of how well they are performing. But the real question is, can the 9800X3D beat the flagship model from the last gen? Let’s find out in our Ryzen 7 9800X3D Vs Ryzen 9 7950X3D comparison.

Gaming Benchmarks – 2160p

To kick things off, let’s start with the gaming benchmarks to test these chips at their limits we will be putting them through a number of games at 4K resolution to see how well they perform against each other on the same testing bench mentioned below.

Test Bench

• OS – Windows 11 
• CPU Cooler – Enermax LiqMaxFlo 360mm
• Graphics Card – GIGABYTE RTX 4090 Gaming OC 24G
• SSD – XPG Gammix S50 Lite
• Power Supply – be quiet! Dark Power Pro 13 1300W
• Mobo (AMD) – ASRock X870E Taichi Lite

God of War

• In God of War, the Ryzen 7 9800X3D averages 119 FPS, just slightly higher than the Ryzen 9 7950X3D’s 116 FPS. It’s a 2.5% minor edge, but it adds a bit of extra fluidity to the gameplay.
• The 1% lows show a more noticeable gap, with the 9800X3D hitting 89 FPS compared to the 7950X3D’s 71 FPS. This 22.5% advantage helps keep the action feeling steady, even during intense battles.

Cyberpunk 2077

• Cyberpunk 2077 runs smoother on the 9800X3D, reaching an average of 96 FPS versus 70 FPS on the 7950X3D. This 31.3% difference is significant, making a real impact on the overall experience.
• The 1% lows highlight the difference even more, with 75 FPS on the 9800X3D and just 51 FPS on the 7950X3D. That’s a substantial 38% difference, which helps avoid those annoying frame drops in crowded city scenes.

Assassin’s Creed Valhalla

• In Assassin’s Creed Valhalla, the 9800X3D averages 130 FPS, offering a nice 13.9% bump over the 7950X3D’s 113 FPS. This extra boost makes a noticeable difference in open-world exploration.
• The 9800X3D handles lows better here as well, with 105 FPS compared to the 7950X3D’s 86 FPS. That 19.8% lead smooths out the action and reduces stutter during intense fights.

Watch Dogs Legion

• Watch Dogs Legion runs at 125 FPS on the 9800X3D, while the 7950X3D manages 113 FPS. The 10% difference isn’t huge but provides a slightly better experience, especially in detailed city environments.
• The 9800X3D’s 1% lows come in at 106 FPS versus the 7950X3D’s 92 FPS. This 14.1% lead helps the 9800X3D feel more responsive, reducing stutters during action-packed moments.

Red Dead Redemption 2

• With Red Dead Redemption 2, the 9800X3D delivers 143 FPS on average, while the 7950X3D trails slightly at 127 FPS. This extra 11.8% power makes the landscapes look smoother and more immersive.
• The difference in 1% lows is quite noticeable, with the 9800X3D at 106 FPS and the 7950X3D at just 69 FPS. That 42.2% advantage ensures fewer frame drops, keeping gameplay smooth in complex scenes.

Horizon Zero Dawn

• Horizon Zero Dawn shows a significant improvement on the 9800X3D, with an impressive 197 FPS compared to 123 FPS on the 7950X3D. That’s a huge 46.2% difference, making the game look stunningly smooth.
• The 9800X3D also performs better in 1% lows, hitting 103 FPS compared to 95 FPS on the 7950X3D. This 8% difference helps keep things consistent, even during intense action sequences.

Productivity Benchmarks

Now that we have covered the gaming benchmarks, let’s switch the landscape a little and see how well these chips perform when it comes to synthetic environments:

Cinebench R24

• In single-core performance in Cinebench 24, the Ryzen 7 9800X3D scores 133, slightly ahead of the Ryzen 9 7950X3D’s 122. That 8.6% difference adds a slight edge in single-threaded tasks.
• The Ryzen 9 7950X3D takes the lead here, scoring 2108 versus the 9800X3D’s 1318. This 46.1% difference shows a clear advantage in multi-core tasks.

Geekbench 6

• In Geekbench’s single-core test, the 9800X3D scores 3307, which is about 12.8% higher than the 7950X3D’s 2908. This gives the 9800X3D a slight edge in single-threaded performance.
• The 7950X3D scores 19481 in multi-core performance, surpassing the 9800X3D’s 18223 by about 6.6%. It’s not a huge gap, but it does show the 7950X3D’s multi-threading advantage.

iGPU – FP32 Performance

• For tasks that rely on the iGPU’s FP32 capabilities, like basic graphic rendering or computation, there’s no advantage between these processors; they deliver the same level of performance.

Overall Performance

Average Framerate

Both processors were seen to show remarkable gaming performance but the 9800X3D took a clear lead of 20.1% over the 7950X3D. During my testing, Moreover, during my testing, I never saw the latter taking any lead over the 9800X3D which proves its dominance in this sector.

1% Lows

The 1% lows also pained a similar picture with the 9800X3D maintaining on average a comfortable 22.9% lead over the 7950X3D. With the gap even increasing to 42.2% lead in games like Red Dead Redemption 2.

Productivity

On the other hand, the productivity charts mostly painted a different picture with the 7950X3D utilizing its higher core and thread count to maintain its lead over the 9800X3D since it was ahead in most of the tests.

Thermal Efficiency

While testing the thermal efficiency during gaming, I found the 7950X3D to run a little cooler compared to the 9800X3D. It kept a small lead of 8.8% on average across the games that were benchmarked.

Price 

On the pricing front, the 9800X3D takes the cake, as it offers a 21.9% lower price compared to the 7950X3D. But since it is still new to the market, it may start to face shortage issues which can hike the prices in no time.

What We Recommend

AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D: If you are in the market looking for a CPU that helps you in your productivity tasks then the 7950X3D is a good choice. But the users need to decide whether the price point is worth getting it for at the moment when there are better options available.

AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D: The 9800X3D is an absolute beast when it comes to gaming performance, the chip offers a massive advantage in games at a decent price tag which makes it tempting for a lot of gamers who are in the market looking for a good CPU.

Overall, both the chips have their good and bad while one offers great productivity it comes at a higher price tag. Meanwhile the other performs well in gaming, it slightly falls behind in productivity. So the final decision rests on the needs of the end user. 

Shehryar Khan

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Shehryar Khan, a seasoned PC hardware expert, brings over three years of extensive experience and a deep passion for the world of technology. With a love for building PCs and a genuine enthusiasm for exploring the latest advancements in components, his expertise shines through his work and dedication towards this field. Currently, Shehryar is rocking a custom loop setup for his built.

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