Best CPUs for AMD RX 9070 XT
Top 15 CPUs ranked by performance and balance with the AMD RX 9070 XT at 1440p. Balanced pairings ranked by power, then by bottleneck %.
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~FPS 1440p:70Ultra|101Bal|139Perf
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~FPS 1440p:70Ultra|101Bal|139Perf
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GPU
~FPS 1440p:70Ultra|101Bal|139Perf
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GPU
~FPS 1440p:70Ultra|101Bal|139Perf
CPU
GPU
~FPS 1440p:70Ultra|101Bal|139Perf
CPU
GPU
~FPS 1440p:70Ultra|101Bal|139Perf
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GPU
~FPS 1440p:70Ultra|101Bal|139Perf
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GPU
~FPS 1440p:70Ultra|101Bal|139Perf
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GPU
~FPS 1440p:70Ultra|101Bal|139Perf
CPU
GPU
~FPS 1440p:70Ultra|101Bal|139Perf
CPU
GPU
~FPS 1440p:70Ultra|101Bal|139Perf
CPU
GPU
~FPS 1440p:70Ultra|101Bal|139Perf
CPU
GPU
~FPS 1440p:70Ultra|101Bal|139Perf
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GPU
~FPS 1440p:70Ultra|101Bal|139Perf
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~FPS 1440p:70Ultra|101Bal|139Perf
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best CPU for the AMD RX 9070 XT?
The Intel Core i9-13900K is the best CPU for the AMD RX 9070 XT with only a 10% bottleneck at 1440p. It costs $432.42 and has a gaming score of 94/100.
What is the cheapest CPU that won't bottleneck the AMD RX 9070 XT?
The Intel Core i9-13900K at $432.42 is well-balanced with the AMD RX 9070 XT (only 10% bottleneck at 1440p).
Does the AMD RX 9070 XT need a high-end CPU?
Not necessarily. The AMD RX 9070 XT has a gaming score of 84/100, so a mid-range CPU will pair well. You don't need the most expensive CPU to avoid bottlenecking.
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