Upgrade CPU for MSI Z170M mortar

F5F Stay Refreshed Hardware Desktop Upgrade CPU for MSI Z170M mortar

khaledkb_
Senior Member

724

06-26-2016, 04:25 AM

Hello! It's great you're thinking about upgrading your i5 6600K. To ensure compatibility, check your motherboard's specifications for the LGA1151 socket and confirm it supports the latest CPU models.

khaledkb_

06-26-2016, 04:25 AM #1

Hello! It's great you're thinking about upgrading your i5 6600K. To ensure compatibility, check your motherboard's specifications for the LGA1151 socket and confirm it supports the latest CPU models.

hdoor20
Senior Member

477

06-26-2016, 01:24 PM

I7-6700K or 7700K aren't a big jump, just extra hyperthreading which costs a lot.

hdoor20

06-26-2016, 01:24 PM #2

I7-6700K or 7700K aren't a big jump, just extra hyperthreading which costs a lot.

Aragone
Member

224

06-28-2016, 08:07 AM

Technically, there are methods to install a 9900k on that board, though they’re quite problematic and difficult to set up. As mentioned earlier, the latest chips available right now are the 6700k or 7700k, and neither offers a major performance boost. If you plan to replace the CPU, it’s advisable to also upgrade the motherboard simultaneously.

Aragone

06-28-2016, 08:07 AM #3

X_Gamer_14
Junior Member

07-02-2016, 12:33 AM

Push the 6600K to its limit and stash some cash for a better upgrade. Try Deathzone around 1.9V—stick to about 1.6V max, but aim for 1.52V if you're using Intel 14nm specs.

X_Gamer_14

07-02-2016, 12:33 AM #4

Push the 6600K to its limit and stash some cash for a better upgrade. Try Deathzone around 1.9V—stick to about 1.6V max, but aim for 1.52V if you're using Intel 14nm specs.