## Best Overall CPU: - AM5 R7 9800X3D ## Most Balanced: - AM5 R9 7950X (primary) - i9-14900K (secondarily) ## Best Gaming: - AM5 R7 9800X3D ## Best Upgrade: - AM4 R7 5700X3D ## Most Efficient: - AM5 R5 7600X3D ## Best Mid-Range: - AM5 R5 7600 ## Best High-End Desktop (HEDT): - Threadripper 7970X ## Best Gaming CPU Under $100 USD: - R5 5600, i3-13100F, i3-12100F # Biggest Disappointment: Intel - attrocious mishandling and user gaslighting for their 13 and 14th gen/series CPU instability, oxidation, and excessive voltage issues.