Yes, the 9900K remains a solid CPU choice within a $300 motherboard budget.

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02-22-2018, 02:27 PM

Looking at these prices—250$ for the GPU and just 40$ for the motherboard—would it still be a solid choice for esports with a 1070?

shadowbacca

02-22-2018, 02:27 PM #1

Looking at these prices—250$ for the GPU and just 40$ for the motherboard—would it still be a solid choice for esports with a 1070?

SamPTV
Junior Member

02-22-2018, 03:21 PM

I wouldn't, Esport titles represent the latest design options, so you'd be better off with a 5700x3D at $200 USD and any AM4 motherboard.

SamPTV

02-22-2018, 03:21 PM #2

I wouldn't, Esport titles represent the latest design options, so you'd be better off with a 5700x3D at $200 USD and any AM4 motherboard.

ninty99
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03-11-2018, 09:48 PM

These boards probably won’t handle a 9900K either. The most affordable option I’d consider is $100-150, and beyond that you’d likely need AM4 or even AM5.

ninty99

03-11-2018, 09:48 PM #3

These boards probably won’t handle a 9900K either. The most affordable option I’d consider is $100-150, and beyond that you’d likely need AM4 or even AM5.

Jocark
Junior Member

03-12-2018, 03:12 AM

I’d really opt for an affordable AM4 build since my 3900X remains a powerful gaming CPU.

Jocark

03-12-2018, 03:12 AM #4

I’d really opt for an affordable AM4 build since my 3900X remains a powerful gaming CPU.

SW_kail
Member

03-13-2018, 10:29 PM

Definitely not. A 12600k board would cost less than $300, and it would run significantly quicker than the 9900k version.

SW_kail

03-13-2018, 10:29 PM #5

Definitely not. A 12600k board would cost less than $300, and it would run significantly quicker than the 9900k version.

Meba11
Member

03-14-2018, 05:34 AM

More costly older models offer the chance to purchase a mid-range modern CPU that matches the performance of the previous generation. Newer options are available, but you only need a compatible BIOS that comes with the system. PCPartPicker Part List: AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D 3 GHz 8-Core Processor ($199.98 @ Amazon) Motherboard: Gigabyte B550 GAMING X V2 ATX AM4 ($89.99 @ Amazon) Total: $289.97 Includes shipping, taxes, and available discounts. Generated by PCPartPicker 2024-06-05 17:53 EDT-0400

Meba11

03-14-2018, 05:34 AM #6

ZethPlays
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195

03-23-2018, 11:41 AM

Not justified at $250 if a $200 brand-new CPU offers better value.

ZethPlays

03-23-2018, 11:41 AM #7

Not justified at $250 if a $200 brand-new CPU offers better value.

Sambog
Junior Member

03-23-2018, 12:39 PM

PCPartPicker list for CPU and motherboard. AMD Ryzen 5 7600 at 3.8 GHz with six cores is available for $188.99 on Amazon. The MSI PRO B650-S WIFI ATX AM5 board costs $139.99. Combined total comes to $328.98, with shipping, taxes, and any available discounts applied. Created by PCPartPicker on June 5, 2024 at 17:56 EDT.

Sambog

03-23-2018, 12:39 PM #8

pvd0345
Junior Member

03-23-2018, 01:04 PM

Considering the chance OP didn’t specify DDR4 RAM in standby, a DDR4 platform would be optimal. It stands out as the 5700x3D option versus any LGA 1700 DDR4 configuration. It’s really strange it costs just $200 today.

pvd0345

03-23-2018, 01:04 PM #9

Arte28
Member

03-23-2018, 06:41 PM

#10

For your PC model, choose the 5700X3D. Paying $250 for a 9900KF feels like stealing daylight—its value stays high only because the CPU remains the top option in its socket.

Arte28

03-23-2018, 06:41 PM #10

For your PC model, choose the 5700X3D. Paying $250 for a 9900KF feels like stealing daylight—its value stays high only because the CPU remains the top option in its socket.

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