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10700k, 11600k or 10600k? The choice depends on your needs.

10700k, 11600k or 10600k? The choice depends on your needs.

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Phenix301096
Junior Member
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03-31-2021, 05:24 PM
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Hi everyone, last January I built my first PC with those specifications: CPU i5 10600k, Mobo b460m -a pro GPU, UHD 630, PSU mwe 550w, cooler master RAM 16gb 3000mhz, crucial SSD Sabrent Rocket 4 512gb. My dad recently faced some problems using an 8/9 year old ASUS laptop like a desktop. He considered buying a new setup and I offered to build one for him. I thought about giving him my CPU and RAM while upgrading my own system with something better. Should I choose a 11600k or a 10700k? The prices are almost identical, but the 11600k seems slightly more powerful for gaming, even though the 10700k has two extra cores. Also, keep in mind that the 11th generation supports PCIe 4.0. I’m not sure, but might the 10700k be more future-proof? Thanks in advance.
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Phenix301096
03-31-2021, 05:24 PM #1

Hi everyone, last January I built my first PC with those specifications: CPU i5 10600k, Mobo b460m -a pro GPU, UHD 630, PSU mwe 550w, cooler master RAM 16gb 3000mhz, crucial SSD Sabrent Rocket 4 512gb. My dad recently faced some problems using an 8/9 year old ASUS laptop like a desktop. He considered buying a new setup and I offered to build one for him. I thought about giving him my CPU and RAM while upgrading my own system with something better. Should I choose a 11600k or a 10700k? The prices are almost identical, but the 11600k seems slightly more powerful for gaming, even though the 10700k has two extra cores. Also, keep in mind that the 11th generation supports PCIe 4.0. I’m not sure, but might the 10700k be more future-proof? Thanks in advance.

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FadelessZebra
Junior Member
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04-07-2021, 05:26 PM
#2
You can make the most of a 512GB SSD by choosing the 11600k over the 10700k. This upgrade offers better performance and storage capacity, helping you manage your files efficiently.
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FadelessZebra
04-07-2021, 05:26 PM #2

You can make the most of a 512GB SSD by choosing the 11600k over the 10700k. This upgrade offers better performance and storage capacity, helping you manage your files efficiently.

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NottaSpy
Member
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04-13-2021, 12:42 AM
#3
Hey there. 512 should work just fine for playing Minecraft and GTA. You might want a couple of TBs for your HDD, but that’s helpful advice. Thanks!
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NottaSpy
04-13-2021, 12:42 AM #3

Hey there. 512 should work just fine for playing Minecraft and GTA. You might want a couple of TBs for your HDD, but that’s helpful advice. Thanks!

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xX_IceyWolf_Xx
Senior Member
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04-18-2021, 05:09 PM
#4
Be aware that obtaining the 11600K requires upgrading your motherboard, as the B460 model isn't compatible with 11th generation chips.
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xX_IceyWolf_Xx
04-18-2021, 05:09 PM #4

Be aware that obtaining the 11600K requires upgrading your motherboard, as the B460 model isn't compatible with 11th generation chips.

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Jman9359
Junior Member
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04-30-2021, 03:54 PM
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Unless you're targeting ultra-low latency memory, a simple RAM upgrade won't yield significant gains. The B460 boards can't handle RAM overclocking, so with an i5 you're restricted to 2666 and with an i7 or i9 only to 2933. Regarding the 11600K versus the 10700K, the latter generally outperforms the former in most games when the Turbo Boost limit is turned off. Gamers Nexus follows Intel's official recommendations, which cap Turbo duration. Some reviewers, such as Hardware Unboxed, permit unlimited boosting and find the 10700K either matches or surpasses the 11600K across the board. When the 10700K operates under power constraints, its clock speeds drop considerably compared to the 11600K since it manages eight cores instead of six. Moreover, using DDR4-2933 RAM with the 10700K offers a noticeable improvement over the current 2666 speed you have.
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Jman9359
04-30-2021, 03:54 PM #5

Unless you're targeting ultra-low latency memory, a simple RAM upgrade won't yield significant gains. The B460 boards can't handle RAM overclocking, so with an i5 you're restricted to 2666 and with an i7 or i9 only to 2933. Regarding the 11600K versus the 10700K, the latter generally outperforms the former in most games when the Turbo Boost limit is turned off. Gamers Nexus follows Intel's official recommendations, which cap Turbo duration. Some reviewers, such as Hardware Unboxed, permit unlimited boosting and find the 10700K either matches or surpasses the 11600K across the board. When the 10700K operates under power constraints, its clock speeds drop considerably compared to the 11600K since it manages eight cores instead of six. Moreover, using DDR4-2933 RAM with the 10700K offers a noticeable improvement over the current 2666 speed you have.

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OmqDace
Posting Freak
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04-30-2021, 05:08 PM
#6
Thanks! I'll hold off until the 10700k drops.
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OmqDace
04-30-2021, 05:08 PM #6

Thanks! I'll hold off until the 10700k drops.

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jdear
Member
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05-02-2021, 01:14 PM
#7
A microcenter at 10700k costs approximately 260 today
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jdear
05-02-2021, 01:14 PM #7

A microcenter at 10700k costs approximately 260 today

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_IanFTW_
Junior Member
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05-02-2021, 02:14 PM
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11600K isn't a viable option since B460 models lack 11th generation Intel support. Instead, consider getting the motherboard and upgrading to a 11700 with B560 and a 3200c16 yourself.
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_IanFTW_
05-02-2021, 02:14 PM #8

11600K isn't a viable option since B460 models lack 11th generation Intel support. Instead, consider getting the motherboard and upgrading to a 11700 with B560 and a 3200c16 yourself.

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Kaydra_
Member
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05-03-2021, 12:28 PM
#9
Sadly I'm in pizza-land with no nearby microcenter. The price on Amazon is about 350 dollars, roughly 300 euros. I was also wondering if buying the Z-490 would be a good idea.
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Kaydra_
05-03-2021, 12:28 PM #9

Sadly I'm in pizza-land with no nearby microcenter. The price on Amazon is about 350 dollars, roughly 300 euros. I was also wondering if buying the Z-490 would be a good idea.