F5F Stay Refreshed Hardware Desktop Choose between Ryzen 3600 and i5 9600K based on your needs.

Choose between Ryzen 3600 and i5 9600K based on your needs.

Choose between Ryzen 3600 and i5 9600K based on your needs.

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NilsPlays007
Junior Member
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03-07-2019, 08:53 AM
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I’ll use it solely for gaming purposes.
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NilsPlays007
03-07-2019, 08:53 AM #1

I’ll use it solely for gaming purposes.

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w___e14
Junior Member
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03-15-2019, 04:53 AM
#2
With the funds you have, you can upgrade to a more powerful graphics card instead of just the cooler.
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w___e14
03-15-2019, 04:53 AM #2

With the funds you have, you can upgrade to a more powerful graphics card instead of just the cooler.

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oobaileyx
Member
209
03-15-2019, 11:36 AM
#3
The card model is MSI EVOKE-OC 5700-XT. Based on what I observe, the 9600K performs better...
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oobaileyx
03-15-2019, 11:36 AM #3

The card model is MSI EVOKE-OC 5700-XT. Based on what I observe, the 9600K performs better...

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TKH2000
Junior Member
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03-15-2019, 02:46 PM
#4
Almost all you're settling for is 6c/6t, which isn't ideal even for gaming setups. A triple A performance like AC Odyssey already strains it, leading to noticeable drops in frame rates and lows. The R5 3600 outperforms the i5 9600K, but the latter is expensive and currently offers poor value outside of gaming. If you're not focused on gaming, the i7 9700K provides better performance without breaking the bank.
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TKH2000
03-15-2019, 02:46 PM #4

Almost all you're settling for is 6c/6t, which isn't ideal even for gaming setups. A triple A performance like AC Odyssey already strains it, leading to noticeable drops in frame rates and lows. The R5 3600 outperforms the i5 9600K, but the latter is expensive and currently offers poor value outside of gaming. If you're not focused on gaming, the i7 9700K provides better performance without breaking the bank.

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blustriker
Member
61
03-30-2019, 12:49 AM
#5
This board seems solid for your needs. The KF i5 offers great value compared to similar models while providing excellent graphics support. For the motherboard, I’m unsure—what are your thoughts?
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blustriker
03-30-2019, 12:49 AM #5

This board seems solid for your needs. The KF i5 offers great value compared to similar models while providing excellent graphics support. For the motherboard, I’m unsure—what are your thoughts?

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Lightingmin
Junior Member
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03-30-2019, 02:28 AM
#6
Yes, this appears to be fabricated.
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Lightingmin
03-30-2019, 02:28 AM #6

Yes, this appears to be fabricated.

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JumpmanEge
Member
53
03-30-2019, 04:10 AM
#7
Currently just for gaming purposes, and I'm curious about the extent. You'll face serious consequences later: a mandatory platform update is required due to critical security issues.
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JumpmanEge
03-30-2019, 04:10 AM #7

Currently just for gaming purposes, and I'm curious about the extent. You'll face serious consequences later: a mandatory platform update is required due to critical security issues.

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Adidas_X
Junior Member
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03-31-2019, 09:07 PM
#8
I just want to enjoy playing games. AMD might have had and could have more security issues in the past, but that doesn’t take away from their strong performance in gaming.
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Adidas_X
03-31-2019, 09:07 PM #8

I just want to enjoy playing games. AMD might have had and could have more security issues in the past, but that doesn’t take away from their strong performance in gaming.

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Redqan
Member
154
03-31-2019, 09:58 PM
#9
How long has this been a concern? Is financial stability a challenge for you?
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Redqan
03-31-2019, 09:58 PM #9

How long has this been a concern? Is financial stability a challenge for you?

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03-31-2019, 10:35 PM
#10
I don't really, I work so I can save money and buy things.
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Boa_Hancock_OP
03-31-2019, 10:35 PM #10

I don't really, I work so I can save money and buy things.

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