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12-27-2016, 03:36 PM
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I'm setting up a gaming rig using an AM5 platform, already having an ASUS Z97 motherboard. I'm comparing the 4770K and 4790K CPUs to see which performs better under overclocking in a tower setup with a 120mm fan cooler.
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12-27-2016, 03:36 PM #1

I'm setting up a gaming rig using an AM5 platform, already having an ASUS Z97 motherboard. I'm comparing the 4770K and 4790K CPUs to see which performs better under overclocking in a tower setup with a 120mm fan cooler.

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12-27-2016, 05:07 PM
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You’d likely have a higher chance with a 4790k since they’re quite similar, but the small differences could be minor. If the 4770K costs half as much, it makes sense to choose the more affordable option. (This is probably just for fun or curiosity.)
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12-27-2016, 05:07 PM #2

You’d likely have a higher chance with a 4790k since they’re quite similar, but the small differences could be minor. If the 4770K costs half as much, it makes sense to choose the more affordable option. (This is probably just for fun or curiosity.)

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12-28-2016, 12:32 AM
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They’re essentially identical, though the 4790k might edge out slightly on average. This doesn’t imply every 4770k underperforms the 4790k—some still offer better performance. You can get a cheaper option without sacrificing much, but if the price gap is tiny, the 4790k seems reasonable. From a board perspective, ASUS boards for Haswell aren’t great, but options like Z97 OC or Z97 X SOC perform well. Unless you need high core speeds, it’s probably fine to skip XMP sticks since they won’t noticeably impact things (especially with DDR3 under 2600). For RAM, avoid XMP modules; they won’t matter much unless you push speeds above 3200. If you’re benchmarking, stick with 3600+ unless you’re using 4Gb/s interfaces—then binning won’t help much. For memory, go for Samsung or Hynix boards; Z97 models aren’t ideal for high-speed RAM. Overall, unless you’re targeting extreme performance, the choice shouldn’t hinge on these specs.
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12-28-2016, 12:32 AM #3

They’re essentially identical, though the 4790k might edge out slightly on average. This doesn’t imply every 4770k underperforms the 4790k—some still offer better performance. You can get a cheaper option without sacrificing much, but if the price gap is tiny, the 4790k seems reasonable. From a board perspective, ASUS boards for Haswell aren’t great, but options like Z97 OC or Z97 X SOC perform well. Unless you need high core speeds, it’s probably fine to skip XMP sticks since they won’t noticeably impact things (especially with DDR3 under 2600). For RAM, avoid XMP modules; they won’t matter much unless you push speeds above 3200. If you’re benchmarking, stick with 3600+ unless you’re using 4Gb/s interfaces—then binning won’t help much. For memory, go for Samsung or Hynix boards; Z97 models aren’t ideal for high-speed RAM. Overall, unless you’re targeting extreme performance, the choice shouldn’t hinge on these specs.

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