The Ryzen 5 7600X3D is currently receiving a lot of attention as the latest processor from AMD equipped with 3D V-Cache memory, a type of memory known for its advantages in gaming performance. Tests conducted by PCGamesHardware, a reputable German media outlet, have shown that this processor has outperformed the Ryzen 7 9700X.

With the incorporation of 3D V-Cache memory, the Ryzen 5 7600X3D has demonstrated impressive results across various games, putting it on par with the Core i5 13600K and surpassing even the Ryzen 9 7900X3D. Unlike the Ryzen 7900X3Ds, where only one of the two CCDs benefits from this memory type, the 7600X3D applies it to the single CCD, leading to more consistent performance.

Interestingly, the Ryzen 7 9700X lags behind the newer models significantly. Despite AMD’s previous claims about the supremacy of the Ryzen 7000X3Ds in gaming, the benchmarks clearly show the advantage of the Ryzen 5 7600X3D in this regard.

In terms of power efficiency, the Ryzen 5 7600X3D impresses with its low power consumption. Testing reveals that the processor averages only 55W across various applications and a mere 48W during gaming sessions.

With a price tag of €330, the Ryzen 5 7600X3D offers compelling performance and efficiency, making it a strong contender in the processor market.

For more details, you can access the full PCGamesHardware test here!