Best balanced CPU for gaming and 3D/rendering work?
Hey everyone, I’m trying to choose a CPU for a PC that will be used both for gaming and for work/rendering, and I’d really appreciate some advice from people who actually use their PCs for both.
My main uses:
• Gaming (modern AAA games, probably 1440p/4K)
• 3D modeling/sculpting
• Possibly animation and game-ready characters/assets later
• Video editing/rendering
• Recording gameplay while gaming
Gaming is currently the bigger priority, but I seriously want to get into 3D work and rendering too, so I’m looking for something balanced and long-term.
Right now I’m considering: Ryzen 7 9800X3D and Ryzen 9 9900X3D
I’ve also looked at the 9950X3D, but honestly I’m not sure I want to pay that extra unless the difference is really worth it for mixed gaming + productivity workloads.
Which CPU would you personally choose for a balanced gaming + rendering build?
• Is the 9900X3D basically the sweet spot here?
• How big is the real-world difference between the 9800X3D and 9900X3D in productivity tasks?
Also, would the MSI PRO B850-S WIFI6E motherboard be a good match for these CPUs, or would I be limiting performance/features too much with that board?
Would really appreciate opinions from people who actually game AND do creative work on the same PC.