Intel Corei7 980x @ 4.2/200bclk with Corsair h100i 
EVGA X58 3way SLI classified(non-200 chip 760 type) 
2XEVGA Superclocked Titan GTX   
4X3GB CORSAIR DOMINATOR GT 12GB (PC316000)  
 
To
 
X99-FTW-K
Intel-6900K
4X8 3200Mhz Corsair
 
I am currently using 2 TITAN GTX in sli and am looking forward to the PCIe-3.0. Other then that I am trying to decide if this CPU upgrade is worth it for PC games? I do alot of strat games that tend to work the CPU and the video cards both. Ive been feeling CPU bottle necked lately but having a hard time judging performance differences between 980x and 6900k. I have looked at benchmarks and things looks really solid on that front but just wanted the communities input before dropping a couple grand.

 
Thanks!
 
 
 
 

That or the EVGA X99 Classified Model.

You could also wait until Skylake-X is released next year and get the brand new 8 core processor then.
 
I bought the 6950X in September and it's absolutely a beast when it comes to multitasking and if you want to record/encode gameplay, this thing is barely touched haha. The 6900k will be close, although minus 2 cores (for $700 less though). These chips overclock quite high from their stock frequency (mine's 1.4GHz higher than the stock) but you'll definitely need a bigger cooler than the H100i. Get yourself a nice 360mm rad with decent fans and your temps will be superb regardless of whether you buy the 6900k now or wait for the new chipset.
 
The only reason I'd choose the FTW-K over the Classified is due to having more features such as more USB support, etc. I've had no issues with this board so far and it's done everything I need it to.

FTW K is their latest MB.  No one goes 3-way or 4-way SLI anymore so no need for the classified unless you want 3 BIOS to choose from.

GTXJackBauer
FTW K is their latest MB.  No one goes 3-way or 4-way SLI anymore so no need for the classified unless you want 3 BIOS to choose from.

Are you that unhappy with your EVGA X99 Classified Motherboard GTXJackBauer?

bcavnaugh

GTXJackBauer
FTW K is their latest MB.  No one goes 3-way or 4-way SLI anymore so no need for the classified unless you want 3 BIOS to choose from.

Are you that unhappy with your EVGA X99 Classified Motherboard GTXJackBauer?

Not at all but just stating the obvious.  

FTWK does not offer Turbo switch, which is invaluable in troubleshooting unstable system. Just to name one little detail why Classy over FTWK.
And if you're into liquid cooling then there is a Bitspower waterblock kit. So that's #2 reason.
 
M.2 slot working in Gen.2 mode is inconsequential. Unless you doing sustained transfers all the time or recording multitude of HD video material nobody will ever notice that transfer is capped at ~1600MB/s. Certainly not a gamer. I mentioned this couple times already and I'll repeat that once more. I was working with i750 400 GB on X58 and it was more than fine. Recording video was less streamlined than Gen.3 (from lack of better expression), but everything else, including VM, was perfect.
 
Returning to original question. Is it worth it?
 
For CPU bound tasks and games - hell yeah it's worth it. I'm one of X58 converts and there is vast chasm performance-wise. For gaming I'm not as mad to get 2 Titans as one 970 runs fine everything I have with plenty of room to spare. Of course for 2nd Classy build I will consider 1080Ti, but only that.

ypsylon
FTWK does not offer Turbo switch, which is invaluable in troubleshooting unstable system. Just to name one little detail why Classy over FTWK.
And if you're into liquid cooling then there is a Bitspower waterblock kit. So that's #2 reason.
 
M.2 slot working in Gen.2 mode is inconsequential. Unless you doing sustained transfers all the time or recording multitude of HD video material nobody will ever notice that transfer is capped at ~1600MB/s. Certainly not a gamer. I mentioned this couple times already and I'll repeat that once more. I was working with i750 400 GB on X58 and it was more than fine. Recording video was less streamlined than Gen.3 (from lack of better expression), but everything else, including VM, was perfect.
 
Returning to original question. Is it worth it?
 
For CPU bound tasks and games - hell yeah it's worth it. I'm one of X58 converts and there is vast chasm performance-wise. For gaming I'm not as mad to get 2 Titans as one 970 runs fine everything I have with plenty of room to spare. Of course for 2nd Classy build I will consider 1080Ti, but only that.

Ypsylon,
 
Thank you as always for your valued input. I must thank you again as it was your that promoted me to look into the SSD speed stuff. You sir saved me a solid 700$ so thank you! I did end up with the FTWK over the classy though. I liked the Killer nic and the EVGA tech guys(at least 3 have said this) said the sound card was better isolated then on the Classy. Snap or pop at all are what had me reaching for a third party sound card anyway and in truth i may yet. I just need to look around. I noticed Kingpin doing some solid benching with a FTWK and when paired with all the other above recommendation i pulled the trigger earlier this afternoon. I did not know about the Turbo switch - i do not plan to OC for at least 2 years when the 6900k starts to show a little age. This is what i did with my 980x. You mentioned above about Bitspower waterblock kit. Why is this another reason to go classy over FTWK? I feel pretty happy with my choice but you have given me grounds to question. Just so i can understand a bit better, these Classy over FTWK issues would you say they tip the balance substantially or only marginally?