I'm unsure what you're referring to. Could you clarify your question?
I'm unsure what you're referring to. Could you clarify your question?
Based on what I could see, the 12700k didn't show a big speed boost over the Ryzen 5000, especially with Windows 10. The 5900x is a solid choice and offers more power than most users actually need. I’d probably skip the 5900x since you’re still getting top-tier performance.
12700KF will perform better most of the time, and since it's cheaper, it's the safe bet. You game casually and there's no other special system requirements that I see here, so it doesn't really matter tbh. Which is a win for "cheaper." If the SSD included is worth $15 then go for it.
You're looking for a higher core count, possibly around 5900X. The 12700F performs well on a single core, but for more cores, AMD appears to be the stronger option.
Unless you need many cores for virtualization or similar tasks, the 12700KF just runs better. It delivers similar performance with only 8 P-cores and 4 E-cores. OP: If you buy the 500GB SSD for $15 extra and it adds value, the 5900x might be better, but I’d avoid using a 500GB drive unless it’s worth it.
You've been reviewing numerous benchmarks and videos, yet you decided to go with the Intel CPU. This choice likely comes from its slight edge over the 5900X. I also found a good deal on the 12700KF paired with the Gigabyte Z690 GAMING X DDR4 for 578 euros. Several recommendations suggested using the 12700/660 configuration, which aligns well with your value perspective, though you enjoy experimenting with overclocking and hardware tweaks. Thanks again!