Best CPUs for AMD RX Vega 56
Top 15 CPUs ranked by performance and balance with the AMD RX Vega 56 at 1440p. Balanced pairings ranked by power, then by bottleneck %.
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~FPS 1440p:22Ultra|32Bal|45Perf
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~FPS 1440p:22Ultra|32Bal|45Perf
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~FPS 1440p:22Ultra|32Bal|45Perf
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~FPS 1440p:22Ultra|32Bal|45Perf
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~FPS 1440p:22Ultra|32Bal|45Perf
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~FPS 1440p:22Ultra|32Bal|45Perf
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~FPS 1440p:22Ultra|32Bal|45Perf
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~FPS 1440p:22Ultra|32Bal|45Perf
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~FPS 1440p:22Ultra|32Bal|45Perf
Balanced ~9%
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~FPS 1440p:22Ultra|32Bal|45Perf
Balanced ~9%
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~FPS 1440p:22Ultra|32Bal|45Perf
Balanced ~9%
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~FPS 1440p:22Ultra|32Bal|45Perf
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~FPS 1440p:22Ultra|32Bal|45Perf
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AMD Ryzen 7 1800X
Score: 37/100Socket: AM4Used market only
Balanced ~9%
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~FPS 1440p:22Ultra|32Bal|45Perf
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~FPS 1440p:22Ultra|32Bal|45Perf
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best CPU for the AMD RX Vega 56?
The Intel Core i3-8100 is the best CPU for the AMD RX Vega 56 with only a 10% bottleneck at 1440p. It has a gaming score of 38/100.
What is the cheapest CPU that won't bottleneck the AMD RX Vega 56?
The Intel Core i3-8100 is well-balanced with the AMD RX Vega 56, at only 10% bottleneck at 1440p.
Does the AMD RX Vega 56 need a high-end CPU?
Not necessarily. The AMD RX Vega 56 has a gaming score of 27/100, so a mid-range CPU will pair well. You don't need the most expensive CPU to avoid bottlenecking.
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