AMD Ryzen 7 3800XT vs. Intel Core i7-11700K for Gaming?

I'm trying to decide between the AMD Ryzen 7 3800XT and Intel Core i7-11700K for gaming purposes. Can you provide me some insights on which one is better?

I've been using the 3800XT for a while now and it's working great! As for the article, AMD Ryzen 7 3800XT vs. Intel Core i7-11700K might be useful to get more info.

Yeah, I checked out that link @KadenReed provided. It really helped me understand the differences between these two CPUs. From what I gathered, both have their pros and cons. Have you guys noticed any performance issues with either of them?

Thanks for sharing your experience, @KadenReed. And to answer @ZekromsMalice's question, I haven't faced any performance issues with the 3800XT so far. It's been running smooth and fast.

I've used both CPUs in my builds, and I must say that it depends on your specific needs and budget. For me, the Ryzen 7 3800XT provided better performance overall due to its larger L3 cache size. But you should also consider other factors like overclocking support, DDR support, and PCIe capabilities.

Thanks for sharing your experience as well, @whitemilkdud. I was particularly curious about single-core boost frequencies since most games rely on that for their performance. Any insights?

That's an interesting point, @ZekromsMalice. Both CPUs have impressive single-core boost frequencies - 4.7 GHz for the 3800XT and 5.00 GHz for the i7-11700K. I guess it boils down to personal preferences in this case.

Just make sure you have a good cooler, as both of these processors can get pretty hot during gaming sessions.

True, @KadenReed. A high-quality cooler is essential for maintaining stable temperatures and preventing any thermal throttling. Good luck with your decision, guys!