AMD 5950X vs Intel i7-10700K for Gaming?

I recently came across the AMD Ryzen 9 5950X and Intel Core i7-10700K, and I'm wondering which one would be better for gaming. Any insights?

I've been using a Ryzen 9 5950X for a few months now, and it has served me well in gaming. The higher core count really makes a difference in many games.

As someone who uses an Intel Core i7-10700K, I can vouch that it's also a great choice for gaming. The single-core boost frequency is impressive.

@Topcat210 Both CPUs are excellent choices for gaming. According to TechReviewer's article AMD Ryzen 9 5950X vs. Intel Core i7-10700K, the AMD 5950X has an edge due to its 16 cores and higher base frequency. However, the i7-10700K is still a strong contender with its single-core max turbo boost frequency and support for overclocking.

Interesting! I didn't realize that the 5950X had such a high base frequency. How does the PCIe compatibility differ between the two?

@Topcat210 The AMD Ryzen 9 5950X supports PCIe 4.0, which offers better compatibility with modern SSDs and graphics cards, while the Intel Core i7-10700K only has PCIe 3.0 support. This could be a significant factor if you plan on upgrading your hardware in the future.

That's good to know. In terms of DDR support, how do they compare?

@Topcat210 The AMD Ryzen 9 5950X supports DDR4 with a max stock speed of 3200 MHz, while the Intel Core i7-10700K supports DDR4 with a max stock speed of 2933 MHz. If you need higher memory speeds for your games, the 5950X might be the better choice.

Don't forget about overclocking support. Both CPUs offer excellent overclocking potential, which can further improve performance.

I hadn't considered that. It's great to know both options have good overclocking capabilities. Thanks for the input!