Skylake on Z270
Skylake on Z270
Check compatibility for your setup. The i7-6700K works with the Z270, but not the Z170. The i7-7700K is not recommended for the Z170.
Possible options exist, though neither is feasible. The first choice isn viable because... For the second, losing key elements such as Optane means missing out on valuable capabilities, possibly affecting performance or functionality.
Yes. And yes, but only once the BIOS is updated, which ensures proper compatibility.
I explore these ideas out of interest. Imagine having a 6700k chip unused while a friend buys a Z270 for a fresh build. Also, think about wanting a Kaby Lake CPU without the budget for a motherboard yet. Those are the questions driving this thought.
You're wondering why you can't afford a kaby lake board, but the prices for these things aren't that high. The Kaby Lake models don't cost more than expected.
You require a Z270 board because it meets your specific needs for performance and compatibility.