AMD Ryzen 7 5700G vs. AMD Ryzen 7 3800XT Performance?

Any advice on choosing the best CPU for gaming? I'm considering between the AMD Ryzen 7 5700G and the AMD Ryzen 7 3800XT.

Both the 5700G and 3800XT are excellent choices, but the 3800XT has a slightly higher base and boost frequency. However, it also costs more. Have you checked out TechReviewer's comparison article? AMD Ryzen 7 5700G vs. AMD Ryzen 7 3800XT It might help you make your decision.

Thanks for sharing that link @KingWylo. I've had a look at the article and one thing that stands out is the difference in PCIe support - 3800XT supports PCIe 4.0 while 5700G supports PCIe 3.0. Is this something I should be concerned about?

That's a great question, @BabytossinBandit. PCIe support can make a big difference, especially when it comes to SSDs and graphics cards. If you're planning on using the latest hardware in the future, the 3800XT would be the better choice.

I'm more of a console gamer, so I don't think I'll need the higher PCIe support. In that case, is there any other significant difference between these two CPUs?

If you're primarily a console gamer and won't be using the latest hardware often, the 5700G should serve you well. The main differences are the base and boost frequencies, and the L3 cache capacity. But if your budget allows for it, the 3800XT is a great option as well.

That's really helpful @brave-new. I think I'll go with the 5700G since it fits my gaming style better. Thanks everyone!

@BabytossinBandit No problem! Happy gaming and let me know if you have any other questions down the line.

Great choice, @BabytossinBandit. Enjoy your new CPU!