Advanced computer parts
AMD offers X3D (3D V-Cache, a.k.a. a significant amount of L3 cache) in several products across different CPU generations and motherboard platforms. Focusing on AMD’s latest socket, the Ryzen 7000 Series includes the Ryzen 7 7800X3D, the Ryzen 9 7900X3D, and the top-tier Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Despite the impressive performance of the ~$350 Ryzen 7 7800X3D, what happens if we opt for the Ryzen 9 7950X3D, which costs nearly double?
Choosing the flagship Ryzen 9 7950X3D poses challenges in configuring the Windows system to fully utilize the 3D V-Cache, as the R9 7950X3D has a split personality. One CCD features the 3D V-Cache, while the other does not. This complexity can be stressful for PC gamers as they need to properly allocate CCDs for gaming and compute workloads. This issue has been raised before and warrants attention.
