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10600K to 4790k upgrade

10600K to 4790k upgrade

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RoyalShine
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05-19-2020, 06:51 AM
#1
Hello everyone, I'm struggling to choose the best CPU upgrade for my old 4790k. It's mainly for gaming and office tasks like Excel and Outlook, so I don't really need a high-end processor. I'm considering getting the 10600k as an upgrade. Before I start purchasing the new parts, I'd like to hear some other opinions. BR
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RoyalShine
05-19-2020, 06:51 AM #1

Hello everyone, I'm struggling to choose the best CPU upgrade for my old 4790k. It's mainly for gaming and office tasks like Excel and Outlook, so I don't really need a high-end processor. I'm considering getting the 10600k as an upgrade. Before I start purchasing the new parts, I'd like to hear some other opinions. BR

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TPG_Khalatic
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05-19-2020, 10:36 AM
#2
Consider upgrading to Ryzen and a 3600 processor; you'll also need a new motherboard and RAM. The 4790K and 10600K models don't share the same socket.
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TPG_Khalatic
05-19-2020, 10:36 AM #2

Consider upgrading to Ryzen and a 3600 processor; you'll also need a new motherboard and RAM. The 4790K and 10600K models don't share the same socket.

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July400
Junior Member
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05-22-2020, 06:53 AM
#3
The best choice is to wait, as the Zen 3 LGA 1200 platform is nearly obsolete and unlikely to deliver any meaningful improvements. If you need an upgrade immediately, opt for Ryzen instead.
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July400
05-22-2020, 06:53 AM #3

The best choice is to wait, as the Zen 3 LGA 1200 platform is nearly obsolete and unlikely to deliver any meaningful improvements. If you need an upgrade immediately, opt for Ryzen instead.

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1_Heavy
Junior Member
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05-24-2020, 01:48 AM
#4
10600K is a good option imo since you're changing your mobo too and since you mainly use it for gaming. Another option is to use 3600 + B450 or wait for Zen 3 + B550 Your choice is not bad (imo) if you need upgrade now
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1_Heavy
05-24-2020, 01:48 AM #4

10600K is a good option imo since you're changing your mobo too and since you mainly use it for gaming. Another option is to use 3600 + B450 or wait for Zen 3 + B550 Your choice is not bad (imo) if you need upgrade now

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Luki7489
Member
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05-26-2020, 05:23 PM
#5
I understand your perspective, but I wouldn't upgrade from a 4790K to a 10600K. It still has some life left. Do you have it stocked? What options are you considering? Which GPU are you matching with these CPUs? What resolution and refresh rate are you using?
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Luki7489
05-26-2020, 05:23 PM #5

I understand your perspective, but I wouldn't upgrade from a 4790K to a 10600K. It still has some life left. Do you have it stocked? What options are you considering? Which GPU are you matching with these CPUs? What resolution and refresh rate are you using?

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philipds
Member
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05-29-2020, 02:09 AM
#6
It would be smart right now since the B550 is nearly sold out.
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philipds
05-29-2020, 02:09 AM #6

It would be smart right now since the B550 is nearly sold out.

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lizzard89
Senior Member
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05-29-2020, 05:50 AM
#7
When focusing mainly on gaming, the 10600K offers superior performance despite its higher cost. The 3600 remains a strong option as well.
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lizzard89
05-29-2020, 05:50 AM #7

When focusing mainly on gaming, the 10600K offers superior performance despite its higher cost. The 3600 remains a strong option as well.

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ethan2901
Junior Member
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05-30-2020, 01:32 PM
#8
I've had a similar experience.
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ethan2901
05-30-2020, 01:32 PM #8

I've had a similar experience.

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DylanJ145
Member
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05-30-2020, 08:28 PM
#9
Adjusted to around 4.5 (maybe I'm not sure), it won't improve further, no matter what I try. Tested various motherboards even at 1.35V, but it still crashes in Prime95 or games running at 4.6 or 4.7. When paired with an 1080TI, I plan to swap it for an RTX3070 if it fits the budget around 600€. The 4790k would get limited in games like GTA5 and PUBG, plus some others. I have a 144Hz monitor and want to see over 90 FPS in games. I could wait for Zen 3, but once it releases, I'll likely wait for Zen 4 and so on.
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DylanJ145
05-30-2020, 08:28 PM #9

Adjusted to around 4.5 (maybe I'm not sure), it won't improve further, no matter what I try. Tested various motherboards even at 1.35V, but it still crashes in Prime95 or games running at 4.6 or 4.7. When paired with an 1080TI, I plan to swap it for an RTX3070 if it fits the budget around 600€. The 4790k would get limited in games like GTA5 and PUBG, plus some others. I have a 144Hz monitor and want to see over 90 FPS in games. I could wait for Zen 3, but once it releases, I'll likely wait for Zen 4 and so on.

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opus21
Junior Member
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05-30-2020, 11:00 PM
#10
Avoiding delays seems ideal. However, if you prefer speed, the 10600K offers near-top gaming performance right now.
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opus21
05-30-2020, 11:00 PM #10

Avoiding delays seems ideal. However, if you prefer speed, the 10600K offers near-top gaming performance right now.

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