Upgrade path for i9 9900k to newer chips

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Vicho_Op
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05-15-2018, 02:36 PM

It depends on your needs. The i9-9900K remains powerful, but newer Intel CPUs offer better efficiency and features. Consider whether you require the latest performance or if older specs still suit your workload.

Vicho_Op

05-15-2018, 02:36 PM #1

Majusiaa
Junior Member

05-29-2018, 08:43 AM

I’d keep the 9900K. 10th and 11th gen models need a different motherboard, while the 11700K and 11900K share the same core count.

Majusiaa

05-29-2018, 08:43 AM #2

I’d keep the 9900K. 10th and 11th gen models need a different motherboard, while the 11700K and 11900K share the same core count.

stephanie2005
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05-30-2018, 09:10 PM

It’s not worth it upgrading from 8 cores to 8 cores and getting a new motherboard, or upgrading just one generation and paying a lot of money to a 10900k which is not that much better. My recommendation is to wait for ddr5 and intel 12th gen/ryzen 6000.

stephanie2005

05-30-2018, 09:10 PM #3

FladaHD
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05-30-2018, 09:34 PM

It varies based on the situation. For gaming, it works well enough. Many users have older CPUs, and games still run fine. If your system handles business tasks that need a lot of processing power, upgrading could save both time and money.

FladaHD

05-30-2018, 09:34 PM #4

Vandimans5
Junior Member

05-31-2018, 12:35 AM

I understand, I’m open to changing my motherboard if the upgrade looks good. My MSI MEG Z390 ACE may not fully support the new Resizable Bar feature, which makes me think about whether it’s worth going ahead with this technology.

Vandimans5

05-31-2018, 12:35 AM #5

aman36
Junior Member

06-01-2018, 06:30 AM

AMD's Zen 3 is another option, but whether it's better depends on your needs. You're right, keeping your DDR4 Corsair RAM is still viable.

aman36

06-01-2018, 06:30 AM #6

AMD's Zen 3 is another option, but whether it's better depends on your needs. You're right, keeping your DDR4 Corsair RAM is still viable.

David0504
Junior Member

06-03-2018, 12:38 AM

Wait for DDR5 to become common. DDR4 and AM4 are nearing the end of their life. A resizable BAR offers minimal impact on game performance. It’s mainly useful for workstation tasks.

David0504

06-03-2018, 12:38 AM #7

Wait for DDR5 to become common. DDR4 and AM4 are nearing the end of their life. A resizable BAR offers minimal impact on game performance. It’s mainly useful for workstation tasks.

AACraft555
Junior Member

06-04-2018, 03:52 PM

I’d keep the 9900K for now since Intel’s current options don’t offer a substantial boost that justifies the cost. It might make more sense to wait and see if Alder Lake delivers improvements, or consider a Ryzen CPU in the future—whether it’s a 6000 or 7000 series—so you can experience real performance gains.

AACraft555

06-04-2018, 03:52 PM #8

zReninha_PvP
Junior Member

06-12-2018, 12:44 PM

Zen 3 might be better, you can switch to a 12c/24t or 16/32 when the 11th generation is around. If you're stuck with 8/16, it's likely outdated now.

zReninha_PvP

06-12-2018, 12:44 PM #9

Zen 3 might be better, you can switch to a 12c/24t or 16/32 when the 11th generation is around. If you're stuck with 8/16, it's likely outdated now.

STQZ
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06-12-2018, 06:40 PM

#10

I think I’ll hold off then. If DDR5 is coming soon, I’ll wait for it. I’ve got a spare empty case ready, which will go to my girlfriend. Any parts I upgrade from this setup will end up with her, and she’ll get the i9 9900k once DDR5 arrives, hehe.

STQZ

06-12-2018, 06:40 PM #10

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