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AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D vs AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D

Benchmark comparison and full specifications, with the measured difference and a clear winner for gaming, office work, daily use and content creation.

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APart A

AMD

Ryzen 7 7800X3D

  • Blender render score 293 samples/min
  • Cores 8
  • Max boost clock 5.0 GHz
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BPart B

AMD

Ryzen 7 9800X3D

  • Blender render score 368 samples/min
  • Cores 8
  • Max boost clock 5.2 GHz
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01 · Performance profile

How they score

Scores out of 100 for each way you might use a processor. The chart shows where both parts rank among all 667 CPUs in our database.

Measured performance

AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D is 26% faster in the Blender benchmark

AAMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D293

Median of 108 submissions

BAMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D368

Median of 209 submissions

Blender Benchmark render score (samples per minute, higher is faster), the median of community-submitted results from Blender Open Data.

A
B
Lowest: 2Average: 22Highest: 79

Gaming

A72%Good
B76%Excellent

Better pick: Ryzen 7 9800X3D · Max boost clock: 5.2 GHz vs 5.0 GHz

Office Work

A62%Good
B64%Good

Too close to call

Daily Use

A57%Good
B60%Good

Too close to call

Content Creation

A44%Fair
B48%Fair

Better pick: Ryzen 7 9800X3D · Blender render score: 368 samples/min vs 293 samples/min

02 · Verdict

Too close to call

Both parts score within a few points. Choose on price, availability and the use case that matters most to you.

AAMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D

59/100

BAMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D

62/100

AAMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D

Advantages

  • No clear advantage in the compared specifications.

Disadvantages

  • Blender render score 293 samples/min vs 368 samples/min (20% lower)
  • Base clock 4.2 GHz vs 4.7 GHz (11% lower)
  • Max boost clock 5.0 GHz vs 5.2 GHz (4% lower)

BAMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D

Advantages

  • Blender render score 368 samples/min vs 293 samples/min (26% higher)
  • Base clock 4.7 GHz vs 4.2 GHz (12% higher)
  • Max boost clock 5.2 GHz vs 5.0 GHz (4% higher)

Disadvantages

  • No clear disadvantage in the compared specifications.

03 · Full comparison

Side-by-side specifications

SpecificationAAMD Ryzen 7 7800X3DBAMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D
Measured performance
Blender render scoreMedian of community-submitted Blender Benchmark results (Blender Open Data). Higher is faster.293 samples/min368 samples/min Better +26%
Benchmark submissionsHow many results the median is based on. Small numbers are less reliable.108209
Cores & clocks
Cores88
Efficiency (E) cores——
Threads1616
Base clock4.2 GHz4.7 GHz Better +12%
Max boost clock5.0 GHz5.2 GHz Better +4%
Memory & cache
L3 cache96 MB96 MB
Memory supportDDR5DDR5
Power
TDP / base power120 W120 W
Features
Integrated graphicsYesYes
Platform
ArchitectureZen 4Zen 5
SocketAM5AM5
Manufacturing process5 nm4 nm
Release year20232024
Launch price$449$479

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AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D vs AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D at a glance

This page compares the AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D and the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D using published specifications and real measured benchmark results. In the Blender Benchmark, AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D posts a median render score of 368 against 293 for AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D, making it 26% faster. The medians are based on 209 and 108 community submissions.

AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D: 8 cores, 16 threads, 5.0 GHz max boost clock, 120 W tdp / base power, released in 2023, launched at $449. AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D: 8 cores, 16 threads, 5.2 GHz max boost clock, 120 W tdp / base power, released in 2024, launched at $479.

Our overall scores are 59 for Ryzen 7 7800X3D and 62 for Ryzen 7 9800X3D out of 100. By use case, the better pick is, for gaming: Ryzen 7 9800X3D; for office work: too close to call; for daily use: too close to call; for content creation: Ryzen 7 9800X3D. Blender measures rendering rather than game frame rates, so treat the gaming result as a guide built from render performance and specifications.

Ryzen 7 7800X3D vs Ryzen 7 9800X3D FAQ

Which is faster, the Ryzen 7 7800X3D or the Ryzen 7 9800X3D?

In the Blender Benchmark, AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D posts a median render score of 368 against 293 for AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D, making it 26% faster. The medians are based on 209 and 108 community submissions.

Which uses more power, the Ryzen 7 7800X3D or the Ryzen 7 9800X3D?

Both are rated at 120 W.

How much did the Ryzen 7 7800X3D and the Ryzen 7 9800X3D cost at launch?

The AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D launched at $449 and the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D at $479. Street prices change often, so check a current price before buying.

Is the Ryzen 7 7800X3D or the Ryzen 7 9800X3D better for gaming?

Our gaming score favours the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D (72 vs 76 out of 100). That score blends measured render performance with clock speed, cache and memory, because no game benchmark is included in our data.

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About this data

Benchmark numbers come from Blender Open Data, a public collection of results submitted by real users, shown as medians with the submission count. Specifications and launch prices are compiled from manufacturer information and may contain mistakes. See how it all works on thePC Parts Comparison page, or report an error through our contact page. This page contains affiliate links: if you buy through them we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.