Best CPU up to 300 euro for overclocking (most performance)?

Le
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I now know that the best CPU up to 300 euro is the 7 3700x. But I've heard that you can't get so much out of this by overclocking. Does anyone know the best CPU (up to 300 euro) that can be super-overclocked so that it is the best (better than if you would overclock the 7 3700x)?

I would be very happy to receive an answer. Incidentally, I need the CPU to play (especially Fortnite but also GTA V, Tomb Raider, PUBG, Call of Duty, Apex Legends and a few more shooters.) But also for streaming and editing (edit).

Te

The best CPU remains the 3700x. Intel can be overclocked more, but is more expensive. For 300 euro you would get a worse CPU from Intel.

Fe

Get a decent CPU right away then you don't need overclocking.

Re

Just stay with the Ryzen 7 which has so much power that you won't need an OC.

Le

So if you took a Ryzen 5 3600x, couldn't you get more out than with the 3700x?

Le

What is neat for you For 300 euro? In addition, the Ryzen 7 3700x is very decent.

Te

Unfortunately, no. The 3700x is a good choice.

Fe

Yes i say yes is neat what does that bring you if you take a different CPU that can be overclocked but is still worse?

Le

Okay thanks anyway.

Le

Overclocking is free, in contrast to a stronger CPU. That brings it to me. But what do you suggest for a CPU?

Fe

The manufacturers can pay well for overclocking (e.g. K CPUs) rather less. I have nothing to complain about the Ryzen so I don't suggest anything.

Cl

You won't find anything there, with intel there's nothing for 300 that you could overclock, at AMD the hole is filled with the ryzen 7 3700x and ryzen 7 3800x.

the 3800x is hardly worth the additional price.

happy gaming

Le

I'm actually more enthusiastic about Intel. Actually wanted the i9 9900k but now the i9 10900k is there and it is only a bit expensive but the good z490 mainboards really do cost money…