Episode 51: After the impressive launch of the Ryzen 7 9800X3D, we go into more detail on our thoughts on the CPU, its performance, and Intel's troubles in the CPU market as a result. We also chat about CPU reviews, misconceptions and how people should think about buying a CPU. CHAPTERS 00:00 - Intro 00:49 - A Little Bit on the 9800X3D and Motherboards 16:01 - Extended Thoughts on the Ryzen 7 9800X3D 39:54 - Intel Are In Trouble 55:18 - CPU Testing Misconceptions 1:05:45 - How to Buy a Gaming CPU 1:23:02 - Steve Has An Idea 1:30:10 - 1440p and 4K CPU Testing Isn't Inaccurate, But... SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST Audio: https://shows.acast.com/the-hardware-unboxed-podcast Video: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqT8Vb3jweH6_tj2SarErfw SUPPORT US DIRECTLY Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hardwareunboxed Floatplane: https://www.floatplane.com/channel/HardwareUnboxed LINKS YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Hardwareunboxed/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/HardwareUnboxed Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.