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Updated performance analysis of Ryzen 7 5800X3D and 5700X3D in 2026 This video reviews the performance of the Ryzen 7 5800X3D and 5700X3D processors in modern games up to 2026, comparing them with more recent CPUs and discussing the impact of Windows updates. It is highlighted that, despite their age, these processors continue to offer competitive performance, thanks in part to 3D V-Cache technology and software optimizations.
Updated performance analysis of Ryzen 7 5800X3D and 5700X3D in 2026
1. 📈 Potential Reintroduction of AM4 and Thermal Grizzly Sponsorship
  • ✅ AMD is considering reintroducing the AM4 platform to meet the demand of gamers looking for upgrades without rebuilding their entire system.
  • ✅ The Ryzen 7 5800X3D and 5700X3D are no longer in production, but AMD could bring them back.
  • ✅ The video is sponsored by Thermal Grizzly, promoting their Duronaut thermal paste, which offers long-term stability and high thermal conductivity.
  • ✅ A TG Spatula Pro is included to facilitate the application of a thin and uniform layer of thermal paste.
00:06 - 01:35
1. 📈 Potential Reintroduction of AM4 and Thermal Grizzly Sponsorship
  • ✅ AMD is considering reintroducing the AM4 platform to meet the demand of gamers looking for upgrades without rebuilding their entire system.
  • ✅ The Ryzen 7 5800X3D and 5700X3D are no longer in production, but AMD could bring them back.
  • ✅ The video is sponsored by Thermal Grizzly, promoting their Duronaut thermal paste, which offers long-term stability and high thermal conductivity.
  • ✅ A TG Spatula Pro is included to facilitate the application of a thin and uniform layer of thermal paste.
01:40 - 03:15
2. 💰 Prices and alternatives of the 5800X3D
  • ⚠️ The second-hand price of the 5800X3D is high, exceeding its original launch price.
  • ✅ More economical alternatives such as the 9600X and 7500F are mentioned, which offer similar performance in games.
  • ❌ It makes no sense to pay inflated prices for the 5800X3D when you can get newer alternatives at a lower cost.
03:16 - 03:58
3. ⚙️ Updates in the test configuration
  • ✅ The test configuration was updated with a new DDR5 memory kit to fix stability issues with the previous one.
  • ✅ The Core Ultra 9 285K was added as an additional benchmark, along with the Ryzen 7 9800X 3D.
03:59 - 11:44
4. 🎮 Benchmark results in specific games
  • Rainbow Six Siege: The 5800X3D shows modest improvements over the 5800 XT, but is surpassed by newer processors.
  • Battlefield 6: The 5800X3D equals the 9600X and surpasses the Core Ultra 5 225F, showing a significant improvement over the 5800 XT.
  • Arc Raiders: The 5800X3D equals the 9600X and significantly surpasses the 14600K and 225F, highlighting the benefit of the 3D V-Cache.
  • Borderlands 4: The performance is excellent, although the 5800X3D is surpassed by newer processors.
  • Marvel Rivals: Limited by the bandwidth of DDR4 memory, but still offers solid performance.
  • Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered: The Zen 3 X3D processors perform well, with the 5800X3D close to the 285K.
  • Cyberpunk 2077: The 5800X3D and 5700X3D perform very well, surpassing many other processors in the medium configuration.

Game5800X3D Performance
Counter-Strike 2Similar to the 285K, surpassed by the 9600X in medium settings.
Warhammer 40,000 Space Marine 2Equals the 285K, limited by the CPU.
The Last of Us Part II RemasteredStrong performance, with excellent 1% lows.
Marvel’s Spider-Man 2Limited by DDR4, but still very good.
Mafia: The Old CountryAlso limited by DDR4, but with a decent improvement over the 5800 XT.
Assetto Corsa Competizione (ACC)Exceptionally good due to the sensitivity to cache bandwidth.
Baldur’s Gate 3Benefits from the L3 cache, performing very well.
11:45 - 13:14
5. 📊 Summary of average performance in 14 games
  • ✅ On average, the 5800X3D is 29% faster than the 5800 XT in medium settings.
  • ✅ The 5800X3D equals the 14600K and 9600X, offering a similar experience.
  • ✅ The 5700X3D is only 5% slower than the 5800X3D, surpassing the Intel 225F.
  • ✅ The 9800X3D is 35% faster than the 5800X3D, but most 5800X3D users will not feel the need to upgrade.
  • ✅ In Ultra settings, the 5800X3D continues to equal the 14600K and 9600X.
13:15 - 14:19
6. ✨ Impact of the Windows 11 24H2 update
  • ✅ The Windows 11 24H2 update improves the performance of Ryzen processors thanks to specific optimizations for the Ryzen branch.
  • ✅ This update has allowed the 5800X3D to equal the 14600K in performance, closing a previous gap.
14:20 - 16:41
7. ⏳ Longevity of the 5800X3D and validation of its hype
  • ✅ Contrary to initial concerns, the 5800X3D has aged well and remains competitive.
  • ✅ The 3D V-Cache has proven to be effective in modern games, maintaining a significant improvement over the 5800X.
  • ✅ The initial hype of the 5800X3D was justified and has been validated over time.
16:42 - 17:34
8. 👑 The 5800X3D as king of gaming and conclusion
  • ✅ The 5800X3D has proven to be the king of gaming, offering performance comparable to more expensive processors that require DDR5 memory.
  • ✅ Although the Core i9 offered stronger productivity performance, the 5800X3D was superior in gaming.
  • 🤞 Hope is expressed that AMD will resurrect this product, although there is no guarantee that it will happen.
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