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Hey everyone,

Just got my hands on the new Ryzen 7 7800X3D and I've been putting it through its paces, primarily focusing on gaming. The 3D V-Cache technology is really supposed to shine here, and I wanted to share some initial impressions and benchmarks.

So far, I'm seeing significant gains in titles that heavily utilize the CPU, especially those that benefit from large cache sizes. Games like Cyberpunk 2077, Microsoft Flight Simulator, and even some older titles that are notoriously CPU-bound are running smoother than ever on my setup. I'm paired with an RTX 4080 and 32GB DDR5 RAM (6000 CL30).

Here are some quick numbers from a few games at 1440p ultra settings:

Cyberpunk 2077: Avg. 135 FPS (vs. 110 on 5800X3D)
MS Flight Simulator: Avg. 70 FPS (vs. 55 on 5800X3D)
Dying Light 2: Avg. 115 FPS (vs. 98 on 5800X3D)
                    

I'm also curious to hear from others who have this CPU. What are your experiences? Any specific games where you've seen unexpected performance uplifts or, conversely, where it hasn't made a huge difference?

Also, any tips on optimizing for this CPU? Overclocking advice, undervolting strategies, or specific BIOS settings?

Looking forward to discussing!

Great initial impressions, UserX! The 7800X3D really is a marvel for gaming. The extra L3 cache is proving to be a game-changer in many scenarios.

Regarding optimization, many users have found great success with AMD's Precision Boost Overdrive (PBO) and Curve Optimizer. A common starting point for undervolting is -10 or -15 on all cores, but you'll want to test stability with tools like OCCT or Prime95. Remember that the 7800X3D generally runs quite cool due to its voltage limits, so don't be afraid to experiment a little.

For RAM, 6000MHz CL30 is indeed the sweet spot for Ryzen 7000 series, so you're already there. Ensure EXPO is enabled in your BIOS for optimal memory performance.

Has anyone else tested this CPU in productivity tasks? Curious how it stacks up against its non-3D counterparts for tasks like video editing or rendering.

+1 to UserX's findings. I upgraded from a 5600X and the difference in Starfield is night and day. I'm getting a solid 15-20 FPS boost consistently, and fewer stutters in busy areas. Definitely worth the upgrade if you're heavily invested in gaming.

I've been benchmarking it in Blender, and while it's good, it doesn't quite match the multi-core performance of the Ryzen 9 7900X or Intel i9 equivalents. The 7800X3D is clearly optimized for gaming workloads, where the cache advantage outweighs the core count difference. For mixed-use or heavy productivity, you might want to consider other options, but for a pure gaming rig, it's king.