AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D – New king of gaming?
Review adapted to written format: Original Video (LINK)
Today we have the review of the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D, which is billed as the fastest gaming processor on the planet. This announcement came in a particularly difficult year for Intel (2024), marked by degradation issues in some of its processors, continuous BIOS fixes, and a controversial launch of the series core ultraWe will see, with concrete evidence, the magnitude of what the launch of the 9800X3D has meant and the new features it introduces compared to its predecessor, the Ryzen 7 7800X3D.
For comparison, we have the Intel Core i9-13900K, a chip that, not long ago, was considered the absolute leader in video games and that offers a very close performance al 14900K (about 1-2% less). We'll also put it up against the aforementioned Ryzen 7 7800X3D, in order to determine if the generational leap of the new model is really significant.
I will analyze your performance in 14 games, as well as in tasks focused on productivity and content creation. Are we facing a real technological advance from AMD or is it rather a marketing strategy that seeks to present the 9800X3D as the “world’s fastest gaming processor”?
AMD provided us with the Ryzen 7 9800X3D on loan for this review.
Table of Contents
AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D - X3D Architecture Changes and Specifications
El Ryzen 7 9800X3D joins the family of high-performance gaming processors from AMD, incorporating the renowned 3D V-Cache technology, which has already demonstrated a significant increase in gaming performance by facilitating faster and more efficient access to large volumes of data. Following the legacy of its predecessors, these chips stand out for their efficiency, both in Gaming as in productivity tasks.
It has 8 nuclei y 16 threads, offering a base frequency of 4.7 GHz or with a boost that goes to 5.2 GHz. On L3 cache is designed to optimize gaming performance, while a 120W TDP ensures adequate levels of efficiency.
It is worth remembering that the platform AM5, present in the new generation of AMD processors, makes exclusive use of DDR5 memories, with the brand committed to maintaining support for this socket for several years.
The most relevant change in the series 9000X3D compared to previous generations lies in the new cache locationPreviously, this was located directly above the cores; now, the cores have been placed on top, in direct contact with the IHS. The result of this reconfiguration? Better temperatures and the possibility of reaching higher frequencies.
Reminder: Why not a 14900K or the Core Ultra 285K?
It is important to clarify why a Intel Core i9-14900K in these tests. The reason is simple: no sample was received of this processor. However, this does not represent a major problem, since the results of the i9-13900K should be virtually identical to their fourteenth-generation counterparts (within a margin of difference of just 1 to 2%). As for the core ultra, sample units did not reach local media either and, according to data from other countries, their performance in Gaming is ironically less than that of previous generations.
For now, We're not missing much.
Photos - AMD Press Kit (Ryzen 7 9800X3D)
Test bench (test configurations)
These are the components and configurations I will be using for testing. For the Ryzen 7 9800X3D, I will use the motherboard X870E CROSSHAIR HERO de ASUS, included in the press kit, along with memories G.SKILL Trident Z5 Neo RGB 6000CL28. It is important to note that by enabling amd expo, the board automatically configured the Infinity Fabric a 2100 MHz. In my tests I found no stability problems at that frequency, although AMD has warned that could occur, so most users are advised to stay in 2000 MHz to avoid any inconvenience.
In the other system of AM5, I will use the motherboard B650E-E STRIX from ASUS, in combination with memories G.SKILL FLARE X5 6000CL36, Where the Infinity Fabric is maintained at 2000 MHzOn the other hand, the testing team of Intel will have the plate Z790 AORUS ELITE AX with the BIOS F12 most recent, which integrates the microcode 0x12B y, According to Intel, fixes degradation issues on this platform.
AM5 System (Ryzen 7 9800X3D)
CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D (https://amzn.to/4h5d7eR)
Board: X870E CROSSHAIR HERO (https://amzn.to/40P0MFV)
RAM: G.SKILL Trident Z5 Neo RGB 6000 CL28 (2x16GB) (https://amzn.to/3CkTgcn)
T.video (under test): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Founders Edition (Link: https://amzn.to/3Pe4Vx6)
Operating system: Windows 11 Home Edition 24H2 – VBS OFF
Liquid refrigeration: DeepCool Mystique 360
SSD: Addlink S70 1TB (https://amzn.to/3CpP2QE)
SSD #2: Fanxiang S770 4TB (https://amzn.to/42tutxq)
Driver: NVIDIA Hotfix Driver 566.45
Power supply: NZXT C1200 ATX 3.1 (https://amzn.to/3ChugT4)
AM5 System (Ryzen 7 7800X3D)
CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D (https://amzn.to/4h5d7eR)
Board: ROG STRIX B650E-E GAMING WIFI (BIOS 3057) (https://amzn.to/3PPsbB6)
RAM: G.Skill Flare X5 Series (AMD Expo) DDR5 2x16GB 6000CL36 (https://amzn.to/3NyTxdF)
T.video: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Founders Edition (Link: https://amzn.to/3Pe4Vx6)
Operating system: Windows 11 Home Edition 24H2 – VBS OFF
Liquid refrigeration: DeepCool Mystique 360
SSD: Addlink S70 1TB (https://amzn.to/3CpP2QE)
SSD #2: Fanxiang S770 4TB (https://amzn.to/42tutxq)
Driver: NVIDIA Hotfix Driver 566.45
Power supply: NZXT C1200 ATX 3.1 (https://amzn.to/3ChugT4)
Intel system (Core i9-13900K)
CPU: Intel Core i9-13900K (Power Limiters Disabled) (https://amzn.to/3X53WQS)
Board: Z790 AORUS ELITE AX (BIOS F12 – Patch 0x12b) (https://amzn.to/4heSkG4)
RAM: G.Skill Flare X5 Series (AMD Expo) DDR5 2x16GB 6000CL36 (https://amzn.to/3NyTxdF)
T.video: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Founders Edition (Link: https://amzn.to/3Pe4Vx6)
Operating system: Windows 11 Home Edition 24H2 – VBS OFF
Liquid refrigeration: Lian Li Galahad 360 (https://amzn.to/3jMvNXO)
SSD: Samsung 980 Pro 1TB (https://amzn.to/4hfSL2E)
SSD #2: Fanxiang S770 4TB (https://amzn.to/42tutxq)
Driver: NVIDIA Hotfix Driver 566.45
Power supply: NZXT C1200 (https://amzn.to/4f7KBrk)
Productivity tests
With everything set up, it was finally time to put these systems through their paces. Before we dive into the actual testing, Gaming, we will review some tasks of productivity. Although the main focus of our channel is the hardware and Gaming, it is increasingly important to keep in mind that PCs can also serve as work tools.
Procyon Office
The first test focuses on Procyon Office, a productivity benchmark that analyzes processor performance in everyday tasks in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. Although the Core i9-13900K has more cores and threads, the Ryzen 7 9800X3D manages to position itself in first place with 10,130 points, slightly outperforming it. Still, the most interesting comparison is the generational leap: the 9800X3D offers 12% more performance than its predecessor, the 7800X3D, which shows that for workloads like Office, single-core performance and architecture matter more than core count.
Procyon Photo Editing (Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Lightroom Classic)
In the case of Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom Classic, the AMD processor also prevails, reaching 11,897 points, 10% more than the Core i9-13900K and 14.5% more than the 7800X3D. As with Office tasks, these applications primarily benefit from single-core performance rather than core count.
Procyon Video Editing (Adobe Premiere)
The following productivity test focuses on the video edition en Adobe Premiere, working with material Full HD y 4K UHD. Hardware acceleration is enabled, as it is usually active in real-world use. Although certain processes are accelerated by the graphics card, the processor load remains an essential factor. Here, the Core i9-13900K stands out thanks to its higher number of cores and threads, while the Ryzen 7 9800X3D records a 5.54% improvement over the 7800X3D. For a more in-depth analysis, it is recommended to consult the results at Puget Bench for Premiere Pro.
PugetBench (Photoshop, Premiere) - Standard Preset
By mentioning precisely Puget Bench, this tool developed by Puget Systems is responsible for evaluating performance in real video editing and graphic design scenarios. Adobe Photoshop, the Ryzen 7 9800X3D outperforms the 13900K by a margin of 22% and edges out the 7800X3D by 18.31%. This makes it a very attractive option within its price range.
En Adobe Premiere ProHowever, the Core i9-13900K regains the lead, although the 9800X3D registers an increase of close to 11% compared to the 7800X3D.
Blender 4.3
Blender is a open source 3d creation suite, used for modeling, animation, simulation and Rendered. Thanks to its ability to take advantage of multiple threads of execution in tasks such as path tracing and composition, becomes an excellent indicator of multicore efficiency and overall performance in creative workflows. In addition, its wide adoption in professional and educational projects gives it a practical character when it comes to benchmarking processors, as it reflects usage scenarios part en production y design 3D.
El Core i9-13900K is placed at the head with 488.7 samples per second, Taking advantage of its higher number of cores and threads. In turn, the Ryze 7X9800D achieves 330.10 samples per second, thus achieving a remarkable improvement of 26.41% over the Ryzen 7 7800X3D.
Cinebench 2024
Cinebench 2024 no further introduction required, Well, it is one of the most recognized tools for evaluating CPU performance.. Like Blender, Both tests measure the processor's ability in 3D rendering., testing its efficiency in handling demanding workloads in digital content creation and 3D production.
Although the new ones core ultra were not included in these tests Maxon, the software continues to favor the architecture of the 13900K, which maintains solid results in single core performance. The Ryzen 7 9800X3D achieves a technical draw with the 13900K in this section, although it lags behind in multi-coreHowever, the improvement compared to the 7800X3D in single-core tasks it remains notable.
Gaming tests (1080p, 720p)
Finally, we come to the video game tests, where in theory the Ryzen 7 9800X3D should stand out. For this, we carry out the tests in 1080p y 720p, so that the GPU do not become the limiting factor and that the CPU The processor takes on the majority of the workload. The processor handles tasks such as real-time object physics, NPC artificial intelligence (AI), and drawcalls, which are sent to the graphics card before starting to render a frame.
The Plague Tale: Requiem
Game Engine: Proprietary
En The Plague Tale: Requiem, the “king” that heads our list stands out for the performance of the new 9800X3D, reaching an average of 199 FPS en Full HD. He is followed by 7800X3D with 182 FPS, Whereas the 13900K lags behind with 147. By reducing the resolution to 720p, the 9800X3D goes up to 221 FPS average, while its predecessor barely improves on the 1% low. Although the 13900K also experiences a slight increase, AMD's new processor outperforms it by a overwhelming 42.58%.
Alan wake 2
Game Engine: Northlight Engine
Alan wake 2 is the only game that seems to lean in favor of Intel, with the 13900K leading slightly over the 9800X3D and 7800X3D, which remain fairly even in the preset smaller.
Baldur's Gate 3
Game Engine: Divinity Engine 4.0
En Baldur's Gate 3, AMD's new processor crushes Intel's CPU without mercy. The 7800X3D already easily surpassed the 13900K, but the 9800X3D takes that advantage even further, achieving 232 FPS On average, a 30% more performance than the 7800X3D, and a surprising difference of the 49% versus the Intel processor reviewed. 720p, the 9800X3D hits its ceiling and does not improve further, while the Core i9-13900K remains at another lower level.
Black MythWukong
Game Engine: Unreal Engine 5
Black MythWukong, one of this year's GOTY contenders, shows the 9800X3D's potential in the gaming realm. While the gap isn't as wide as in Baldur's Gate 3, the 9800X3D maintains a 12% advantage over the 13900K or with a 8.8% above the 7800X3D. In 720p, that difference rises to 19.56% y 13%respectively.
Borderlands 3
Game Engine: Frostbite 3
En Borderlands 3 with DirectX 12, even though in Full HD There is a restriction caused by the GPU, 720p The 9800X3D shows its power when the graphics card is no longer the bottleneck. This model exceeds at 13900K for 11.88%Meanwhile, at Full HD, the 13900K outperformed the 7800X3D, but the situation is reversed when lowering the resolution to 720p.
CS2
Game Engine: Source 2
CS2 (Counter-Strike 2) makes clear the strength of technology 3D V-Cache from AMD and its new processor, reaching 785 FPS en 1080p, outperforming not only the Core i9-13900K, but also its predecessor in this popular shooter title. 720p, the difference increases up to 20.40% compared to the 13900K and 13.61% compared to the 7800X3D.
F1 24
Game Engine: EGO Engine 4.0
En F1-24 with the High preset Without Ray Tracing or Reflex, the 9800X3D is close to 438 FPS on average, slightly surpassing the 7800X3D, while the 13900K stays at 383 FPS. 720p, the 9800X3D stays ahead with 497 FPS, showing that this processor is difficult to match, especially when considering its price.
God of War
Game Engine: Proprietary
En God of War, configured with the original preset, AMD's new processor takes first place, while its predecessor also offers competitive results. 720p, the 9800X3D further increases its lead, reaching 383 FPS, while the 13900K remains stagnant, almost 100 FPS under.
Marvel's Spider-Man Remastered
Game Engine: Proprietary
Marvel's Spider-Man Remastered It has a limit of 250 FPS, as well as the 9800X3D It is the only processor capable of approaching that limit, with 245 FPS on average. Both the 13900K and the 7800X3D stay at 220 FPS, And in 720p The difference becomes minimal, since both processors are already very close to the 250 FPS set as a ceiling.
Shadow of the Tomb Raider DX12
Game Engine: Foundation
Shadow of the Tomb Raider with DirectX 12 is excellent for measuring the maximum capacity of the processors. The 9800X3D head with 342 FPS on average, outperforming the 13900K by a 45%, and making clear a clear generational advantage compared to its predecessor. In 720p, the 13900K continues to be limited, while the 9800X3D does not scale any further.
Shadow of War
Game engine: LithTech Jupiter EX
En Shadow of War, the 9800X3D consolidates its position as a leading processor with 322 FPS en Full HD, going up to 351 FPS en 720pThe Core i9-13900K shows no ability to increase its performance at 720p, reflecting a CPU bottleneck in this game.
Star Wars: Jedi Survivor
Game Engine: Unreal Engine 4
Star Wars Jedi Survivor, a title that has received optimizations over time, shows the 9800X3D in 1080p and with a 39% advantage in average FPS over the 13900K. A 720p, none of the tested processors exhibit any significant further improvement, with the 13900K falling noticeably behind.
Strange Brigade DX12+ Async
Game Engine: Asura
Strange Brigade with DirectX 12 confirms that the GPU does not become the limiting factor in Full HD when the 9800X3D reaches 623 FPS average. Although it rises slightly to 720p, there is no significant improvement over its predecessor or the Core i9-13900K, which remain almost on par in this title.
Warhammer 40,000: Space Marines 2
Game Engine: Swarm Engine
Finally, Warhammer 40,000: Space Marines 2 reveals the dominance of AMD's new processor with 156 FPS average, beating the 13900K by a 33.33% and above the 7800X3D. In 720p, none of them achieve an additional increase in a game that apparently demands a lot of the CPU.
Gaming Test Summary - Relative Performance (1080p, 720p)
With all the available data, the picture is quite clear when comparing performance relative en 14 gamesUsing 1080p y 720p as reference resolutions. The Ryzen 7 9800X3D de AMD is positioned as absolute leader en Gaming, surpassing 7800X3D with a margin of 10.54% en Full HD y 12.30% en 720p.
As for the Intel, its Core i9-13900K is relegated, confirming that the gaming crown has long been in the hands of AMD. With the arrival of the 9800X 3D, AMD further accentuates the gap, achieving a 17.64% more performance in 1080p and an awesome 23.58% en 720pIt is important to emphasize that the difference can be even greater depending on the title; a clear example is Baldur's Gate 3, where the advantage reaches almost 50%.
Power Consumption - AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D
It's time to focus on the best before date of the processor or, more specifically, in its efficiency when running video games. To do this, we will use a metric that relates performance (frames per second) to energy consumed (watts). multiply the result for 10, makes it easier to compare different models; a higher number indicates greater efficiency.
Al analyze six titles in 1080p, including one that completely favors Intel, the results show that the Core i9-13900K is far from being efficient in games, as was expected. The most interesting thing comes when comparing the 7800X3D with the new 9800X3D. Although both share a 120W TDP, 9800X3D tends to consume slightly more in various tests. Sometimes this higher consumption is compensated by its better performance, but this is not always the case. For example, in F1-24 y God of War, 7800X3D demonstrates superior efficiency. However, in Star Wars Jedi Survivor, the additional power of the 9800X3D gives you an advantage in this section.
Final Analysis - The new undisputed king of gaming has arrived, AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D
Have mentioned Butcher shop At the beginning of the video perhaps falls short to describe what we have witnessed with the new processor for gaming of AMD, especially when compared to what Intel offers today. This year has not been particularly exciting —not to say disastrous— in terms of the launch of processors by both AMD and Intel. However, the Ryzen 7 9800X3D, with a reference price of $480, is presented as the first product that I can really recommend without reservation.
The processor is solid, and shows a jump Decent in gaming regarding the 7800X3D. In the field of productivity, the improvement can be even greater compared to its predecessor. If someone is looking for the best for gaming right now, this processor fulfills that role, of course, as long as fits into your budget. The 7800X3D remains as a good choice, although it will depend on the price to the one that is available.
If there is any criticism at the time of this review—that is not directly linked to the performance of the 9800X3D—is the low availability of the new Ryzen 7. It's a shame to see Intel so far behind what it once was. its greatest strength: gaming. As consumers, it benefits no one from a single brand dominating without really strong competition. Core i9-13900K and 14900K are far behind the new AMD processor and present inefficient consumption, while the New Core Ultra, as seen, offer even lower performance than the previous architecture despite their energy improvements.
Intel has promised future improvements in their Core Ultra, but I don't think it's prudent to recommend based on something that's still It is not specified (update: and apparently it never materialized, the best ones are very low or do not exist) and it is not known how much traditional could make a difference.
AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D - Review
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Performance (gaming)
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Performance (productivity)
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Consumption
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Summary
El AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D stands out as the best processor for gaming without discussion, surpassing its predecessor and showing outstanding performance thanks to technology 3nd Generation 2D V-Cache. Offers stable temperatures, considerable efficiency and a noticeable jump in productivity. However, its scarcity price could discourage some users. Its balance between performance and efficiency makes it a solid choice for gamers and professionals who do not require more than 8 cores.
Pros
-The best gaming processor on the planet (and it will probably remain that way for a long time).
-Improved processor design (2nd generation 3D V-Cache.
-Very efficient processor for gaming.
-Lower temperatures compared to its predecessor.
-Unlockable processor.
Cons
- Limited availability at the time of the review (video and written), which increases the price above the reference price.
