Optimized setup for i5-6600K and Z170 M.2 slot
Optimized setup for i5-6600K and Z170 M.2 slot
For a 6600K user switching to a 2700X, there were no single cores lost and about three times more multi-core performance.
If it functions at all, its worth on the used market is comparable to or higher than a model that does better. I’d recommend anyone with a z170 or z270 and an i5 or i7 processor upgrade immediately. They could move to a Ryzen 1600AF paired with a b450 motherboard and achieve break-even or even profit. It’s also possible to get a Ryzen 3600 and only lose a few dollars for overall improved performance.
PC Specifications Motherboard: Asus Z170 Pro Gaming (damaged)
Processor: Intel i5-6600K
RAM: GSkill Trident Z RGB Series (8GB X 2pcs, DDR4, 3200Mhz)
Graphics Card: ASUS Strix GeForce GTX 960 (GDDR5 2GB)
Storage: WD Blue 500 GB SSD (for OS) & Seagate Barracuda 1 TB 7200RPM (for data)
Power Supply: Corsair RM550x 80+ Gold
Additional Features Cooling Unit: Cooler Master Hyper 212x with Corsair SP120 fans
Case: Thermaltake S300 Mid-Tower Chassis
Based on your idea, if the processor functions well, you might want to consider selling it and then moving to an AMD build. From a young age, I was only familiar with Intel, so changing to AMD wouldn’t be straightforward for me. It feels quite tied to Intel.