Good result at 8600K in 2020
Good result at 8600K in 2020
Unless you require extra speed, the 8600k works well for most jobs. I’d definitely choose the 50% discount.
Here’s a concise take on the comparison:
For recent Intel options, the i7-9700K performs well while the i5-8600K offers more value at a lower price. At around $140, both are solid choices. If you need more power, an R5 3600 can be found for about $160 with double the threads.
Ignore the benchmarks, Biscuit. The 3600/3600x won’t cause any issues and won’t lead to stuttering in games with double the threads.
Check AnandTech or another reliable source for accurate information.
In this case, 8600K equals roughly 140USD while 3600 is around 185USD.
Regarding the 3300X, it's roughly 20 USD more expensive compared to the "50% off 8600K" version.