EVGA

Help with finding a new CPU

Author
Post
Essentials Only Full Version
xhippox
iCX Member
  • Total Posts : 471
  • Reward points : 0
  • Joined: 2010/01/23 10:23:39
  • Location: Fort Worth, TX
  • Status: offline
  • Ribbons : 1
2024/10/21 16:46:15 (permalink)
Thanks in advance everyone!
 
My specs are below.
 
CPU seems to be my bottle neck right now. I just want to find an awesome CPU that will keep up for the next 4 years or so.
 
CPU: i7 8700K @  3.7Ghz 
MB: MSI Z370 PCPRO
RAM: GSKILL Trident Z 4000MT/s CL18-22-22-42 
GPU: EVGA GTX 3060 
PSU: Corsair 850
Case: Corsair Crystal Special edition
Cooler: Corsair H150IPRO
Monitor: Samsung 27" curve
OS: WINDOWS 10 64 

CPU: i7 8700K @  4.6Ghz 
MB: MSI Z370 PCPRO
RAM: GSKILL Trident Z 4000MT/s CL18-22-22-42 
GPU: EVGA GTX 3060 
PSU: Corsair 850
Case: Corsair Crystal Special edition
Cooler: Corsair H150IPRO
Monitor: Samsung 27" curve
OS: WINDOWS 10 64
#1

5 Replies Related Threads
    xhippox
    iCX Member
    • Total Posts : 471
    • Reward points : 0
    • Joined: 2010/01/23 10:23:39
    • Location: Fort Worth, TX
    • Status: offline
    • Ribbons : 1
    Re: Help with finding a new CPU 2024/10/21 17:15:24 (permalink)
    I bought the i9-9900K for $350. I'll rebuild in a couple years.

    CPU: i7 8700K @  4.6Ghz 
    MB: MSI Z370 PCPRO
    RAM: GSKILL Trident Z 4000MT/s CL18-22-22-42 
    GPU: EVGA GTX 3060 
    PSU: Corsair 850
    Case: Corsair Crystal Special edition
    Cooler: Corsair H150IPRO
    Monitor: Samsung 27" curve
    OS: WINDOWS 10 64
    #2
    Hoggle
    EVGA Forum Moderator
    • Total Posts : 8888
    • Reward points : 0
    • Joined: 2003/10/13 22:10:45
    • Location: Eugene, OR
    • Status: offline
    • Ribbons : 4
    Re: Help with finding a new CPU 2024/10/21 21:55:51 (permalink)
    sounds like it should be a pretty good CPU. Sometimes it's better to go with what will get the job done for a CPU since in a lot of ways it seems like games are kind of limited a lot by the consoles. Right now though with the PS5 getting a pro model it's hard to say how that might impact the need for more powerful hardware but it's hard to see that CPU having trouble keeping up with anything that the current generation of consoles would be able to do and doing a better job at it.

    Use an Associates Code & SAVE 5% - 10% on your purchase. Just click on the associates banner to save, or enter the associates code at checkout on your next purchase. If you choose to use my code I want to personally say "Thank You" for using it. 
     
     
    #3
    xhippox
    iCX Member
    • Total Posts : 471
    • Reward points : 0
    • Joined: 2010/01/23 10:23:39
    • Location: Fort Worth, TX
    • Status: offline
    • Ribbons : 1
    Re: Help with finding a new CPU 2024/10/22 18:10:30 (permalink)
    While do some OC research for the 9900K, it seems like a very silly upgrade from the i7 8700K.
     
    Its done and on its way so ill just see how high I can get it, maybe 5.2?

    CPU: i7 8700K @  4.6Ghz 
    MB: MSI Z370 PCPRO
    RAM: GSKILL Trident Z 4000MT/s CL18-22-22-42 
    GPU: EVGA GTX 3060 
    PSU: Corsair 850
    Case: Corsair Crystal Special edition
    Cooler: Corsair H150IPRO
    Monitor: Samsung 27" curve
    OS: WINDOWS 10 64
    #4
    castrator86
    SSC Member
    • Total Posts : 827
    • Reward points : 0
    • Joined: 2010/07/24 09:33:21
    • Status: offline
    • Ribbons : 3
    Re: Help with finding a new CPU 2024/11/06 09:57:19 (permalink)
    Depending on your budget, usually, newer gen is always better, even if it's a step or two below the "rating" level the old ones.
     
    Could grab a 12700KF for $200 and then you just need to worry about a motherboard: https://www.newegg.com/in...ssor/p/N82E16819118345



    #5
    jackhicks121
    New Member
    • Total Posts : 9
    • Reward points : 0
    • Joined: 2024/07/11 04:44:03
    • Status: offline
    • Ribbons : 0
    Re: Help with finding a new CPU 2024/11/19 23:18:08 (permalink)
     Given your current hardware and the desire for a CPU that will last for the next 4 years, here are a few recommendations:
  • AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D: This is one of the most powerful CPUs available right now, with 16 cores and 32 threads. It offers excellent performance and should be more than capable of handling future games and applications.
  • Intel Core i9-13900K: Intel's flagship CPU, with 24 cores and 32 threads. It provides top-tier performance and should also serve you well for the next few years.
  • AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D: If you're looking for something slightly more affordable but still very powerful, this is a great option. It offers 8 cores and 16 threads, and it's known for its excellent gaming performance.
  • Intel Core i7-14700K: Another strong contender, with 20 cores and 28 threads. It offers great performance and should be a good match for your current setup.
    Any of these CPUs should keep your system competitive for the next few years. Do you have a preference for AMD or Intel, or are you open to either?


    • #6
    Jump to:
  • Back to Mobile