Discussion about a motherboard with an i7 9700K processor
Discussion about a motherboard with an i7 9700K processor
Hello, I have the EVGA X58 SLI motherboard from a previous purchase. Could anyone confirm if it supports an i7 9700K for gaming? If not, do you have any suggestions for a suitable motherboard that would fit the Corsair Obsidian Series 750D? I intend to replace only the motherboard and CPU if necessary. Thank you!
Lol, the X58 classies you mentioned are LGA 1366. They fit older 45nm and 32nm GPUs like Gulftown or Westmere-EP i7s and Xeons, but they’re not compatible with a 9700K. The socket is about one-third the size of the actual CPU, so you’d need a new motherboard. If you don’t want a new card, an X5670 or X5675 with overclocking might work, though it won’t match a stock R5 1600 perfectly. What’s your budget for the new board?
Thank you for your responses. I’m fine with spending a few hundred on a solid board, as long as it holds up over time—my EVGA classified has lasted me this long. Any suggestions would be appreciated. I currently have a GTX 980 and a CORSAIR Hydro Series 240mm liquid cooler. Would I need to replace the cooler, or is upgrading the CPU a good idea? I’m mainly looking to play newer titles like Cyberpunk 2077 and Red Dead Redemption 2.
Thank you for your responses. I’m fine with spending a few hundred on a solid board, as long as it holds up over time—my EVGA classified has lasted me this long. Any suggestions would be appreciated. I currently have a GTX 980 and a CORSAIR Hydro Series 240mm liquid cooler. Would I need to replace the cooler, or is upgrading the CPU a good idea? I’m mainly looking to play newer titles like Cyberpunk 2077 and Red Dead Redemption 2.
For a Ryzen setup, a B450 board paired with R5 3600/R7 3700X offers better value. If budget allows, the 9700K stands out as an exceptional CPU. Games like RDR2 and Cyberpunk 2077 will test the GPU more than the CPU, but performance remains solid. A liquid cooler works well, though AIOs aren't my preference—they add more points of failure and cost. Unless you're pushing the 9700K to its limits, it should handle things fine. If you want extra power for those titles, consider swapping in a new GPU later. You already have the GPU, so it’s worth checking if an upgrade is truly necessary for your desired experience.
You'll need DDR4 RAM compatible with your Intel 9th generation processor.
Sadly the situation is tough. X58 supports DDR3 while Z390 needs DDR4. Luckily prices have dropped significantly, making a 3200-3600Mhz 2x8GB setup affordable for most users. If you prefer staying on DDR3, Z97 (supporting up to 4790K, 4c/8t) and X79 (up to 1680v2, 8c/16t) are the latest options. However, mobos for X79 remain costly, and NVMe requires compatible cards plus some adjustments to boot. Some Z97 boards do offer support, but unless you're comfortable with older hardware and extensive modifications, you'll likely need a new card and RAM to upgrade.