Which CPU to get
Which CPU to get
Hello, first up sorry of this is the wrong categorie but seemed fitting here: I have a RTX 3090 on the way since I got it relativley "cheap" (considering market conditions anyway). I am currently running a 8700k but that CPU actually isn't mine and I need to get a new one. I also already have a z490 strix motherboard which was a leftover from a build I did for someone else. So the options I am considering so far: 1 10850k + use the z490 board -> 408€ 2 11700k+ use the z490 board -> 360€ 3 11900k+ use the z490 board -> 505€ 4 5900x + new board -> 720€ 5 5800x + new board -> 580€ when gaming I will mainly use it for 1440p 144hz gaming on my desk and 4k 60hz on my tv. Also for VR (biggest reason I wanted the new gpu). I also do quite a bit of solidworks work but don't think either should make a big difference there I am kind of leaning towards waiting and getting one of the cheaper options. It just seems to me that a lot is happening in the cpu space right ow with amd and intel both moving to new sockets, ddr 5 and pcie 5 arriving. question is though if it will be wise to even upgrade to ryzen 6000/alderlake or rather waiting for 7000/wateverlake since I am not sure if there will be problems in the beginning (espacially with alderlakes big little design, which sounds great but I bet will cause all kind of problems in the beginning). Lastly: yes I know I have a completly oversized gpu and it is kind of funny to know ask buget questions for the cpu, but I got it at msrp and just pulled the trigger mainly since I assumed that it will propably help with VR supersampling a lot. I don't mind if the cpu is bottlenecking the gpu theoretically in some 1080p benchmark basically I want to play games in 1440p 144hz nicely, same at 4k 60hz and mostlyy the question is if it will hinder me in VR for now.
Unless you require a PC tomorrow, wait two weeks for a 12900KF and a Z690 motherboard, along with DDR5 memory. It’ll be significantly superior to any Intel upgrade and comparable for AMD.
I would pick the 11700K myself. A few notes though. I lean toward AMD products, so keep my advice in mind. Also, do you require the K models? Are there options for non-K variants like KF without the extra letters if you prefer not to overclock? Since you already have a 3090, you might want to look into a KF CPU instead—often cheaper and suitable. I found a 10700K on eBay that ships to your area. I’d choose a KF if budget allows, especially since you’re planning to wait for the next generation or delay DDR5 RAM issues. I’d go with a KF, but it performs just like the K. Here’s the link: https://www.ebay.com/itm/384468614250?ep...SwsdVhef7u
It's interesting how a motherboard can end up as a leftover. It’s a bit puzzling to think about. I wouldn’t recommend the 12th generation model because it might be more expensive than what you’ve mentioned otherwise. Given your Z490 setup, the 10850K would be a solid choice—it performs similarly to the 10900K in most tests, including gaming. https://www.techpowerup.com/review/intel...i9-10850k/ The 10900K generally outperforms the 11th generation in many benchmarks, making the 10850K a better pick. A Ryzen 5000 chip would be slightly faster but the gap isn’t significant enough to warrant a new board. In short, go with the 10850K.
Occasionally you encounter surplus components. There were times when I never received a motherboard, which the carrier logged as "lost in transit." I obtained a replacement, and then the original arrived a week later. When I reached out to the store, they advised me to keep it. I also faced a situation with a B550 motherboard from Newegg, which I eventually donated to a friend. Regarding the 12th generation... a concern remains about the scarcity of LGA 1700 compatible coolers available right now. This is currently a significant drawback.
From what you mentioned, I’d settle for 10,850k and stop there. Ten core, twenty threads should keep you going for a while before you’re ready to upgrade again. A 12th-gen Intel chip isn’t inexpensive—expect around $200 extra just for the motherboard, plus possible early adopter complications.