This new benchmark series takes a focused look at how the 5800X3D scales with today’s top-tier and upper-midrange GPUs, including Nvidia’s RTX 5090 and 5080, as well as AMD’s Radeon RX 9070 and 9060 XT 16GB.
Rather than casting a wide net across dozens of games, we’ve zeroed in on four titles. The reason is practical: generating detailed CPU and GPU scaling data is very time consuming, especially when tested across multiple resolutions and quality settings.
Each game was benchmarked at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K, using both medium and ultra presets. For every configuration, we ran four GPUs, collecting data from three benchmark runs to ensure consistency. That’s 48 data points per game, enough to surface meaningful performance trends without overwhelming the analysis.
Including AMD’s cards this time wasn’t just about variety. With the RX 9070 gaining traction and the 9060 XT 16GB emerging as a strong value pick, it made sense to expand beyond the usual Nvidia lineup.
Comparing the RTX 5080 and Radeon RX 9070 also helps illuminate one lingering question: is driver overhead still holding certain setups back? Let’s dive into the numbers. […]
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