9th generation versus 10th generation – comparing the two.
9th generation versus 10th generation – comparing the two.
Hey there! Welcome to the world of PC building. I'm new to this space, but I'm excited to help you figure things out. You've got a solid old rig that's been with you for five years, and you're thinking about upgrading. You're considering switching from an I9 9900k setup to something like the I7 10700k with a Z490 Pro or Ultra. That's a smart move, especially since the new generation 10 chips are moving to a 1200 socket. It's definitely worth thinking about how your future plans align with the components you choose. Let's break it down together!
Focus on gaming, aim for a 10600k. You don’t need an i9 for performance, and you won’t have much room to upgrade if you stick with the 9th generation.
For gaming and other tasks, I’m concerned about the upcoming 9th generation, as I’ll likely need a new graphics card in a few years.
Value yes, but consider the upgrade route. Isn’t the Ryzen 4000 the final model for the AM4 socket?
Welcome to the discussion! Building on what @Oswin mentioned, a 10600k can compete with a 10900k in gaming if you invest some effort on overclocking and use reliable 3600MHz+ RAM. However, if you aim to stay ahead, consider waiting a few more months for upcoming GPUs from AMD and Nvidia. If you're patient until the end of the year—or if things don’t end up as they seem—AMD might also release new CPUs.
It makes sense to go with a 10600k, it’s a strong choice. The 5000 series uses a different socket type AM5, though rumors suggest otherwise. Edited August 15, 2020 by Oswin
Probably yes, though Intel is currently recovering. The next generation chips might not even shift to the 7nm process, and if they do, there could be a massive delay. At this stage, they seem less practical compared to the AM4 platform in terms of upgrading. If your setup has been running for five years or more, it would likely exceed the typical two-generation upgrade cycle, making this issue less of a concern.
10900K is too hot and may not perform well, while 10600K offers a better balance for the application.
The 10900K comes at a higher price point. For a high core count, AMD offers better value for the cost.
when you're focused solely on gaming, the 10900k won't offer more advantages than the 10600k. The video from @TheDailyProcrastinator indicates that the 10900k can easily match a 10900k with an overclock, especially for gamers.