Intel Core i9-9900K 3.6GHz
$931.04
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7 years ago
Intel Core i9-9900K
Today, Intel released their new flagship processor for the LGA 1151 platform. The Core i9-9900K finally comes with eight core and 16 threads, reaching parity with AMD's Ryzen offerings. Maximum Boost Clock has been increased as well, now to a staggering 5 GHz.
Pros:
- 8 cores and 16 threads
- 5 GHz boost
- Trades blows with more expensive Core i9-7900X
- Unlocked multiplier
- Soldered IHS
- Works on existing LGA1151 platform
- even with Z370 motherboards
- Integrated graphics
- Supports up to 128 GB memory
Cons:
- High price
- Held back by power limits
- Only small gaming performance improvements
- No heatsink included
- Weak integrated graphics
7 years ago
Since the inception of the Core Series of processors, the i7 was the flagship of Intel's line of desktop processors. Since the first generation, the top tier i7 was always a quad core chip with hyper-threading.
7 years ago
Intel Core i9-9900K Processor Review
The Core i9-9900K is Intel's first 8-core, 16-thread mainstream processor. So compared to the i7-8700K you are getting two more cores. Can you believe that only two generations ago we were still on quad-core mainstream chips
Pros:
- – 8core
- 16threads
- – Best performing mainstream processor we've reviewed
- – Great gaming performance
- – Solder thermal interface material (STIM
- – Can easily reach 5.0 GHz or above when overclocking
Cons:
- – Price compared to competition
6 years ago
I bought this to make a new Computer to destroy the many players of many games. I would say this is a good product but I guess the production value does not include a CPU fan for the price you pay, so I bought a $500 processor without a CPU Fan so now I have to buy another part before I can finish...
7 years ago
On Gigabyte Z390 Master this CPU can go up to 87 degree on 4.8GHz while stabilising video in Adobe Premiere, cooled by Corsair H115i Pro. On 5GHz it was ok for most of the time, even games were ok, but for video editing on 5GHz it was throttling. I switched from 8700K which is much better value.
7 years ago
Intel Core i9-9900K review
As Intel's first-ever mainstream Core i9 chip, this processor comes equipped with eight-cores, 16-threads and the ability to boost up to a maximum 5.0GHz clock speed. All told, this new octa-core processor not only closes the gap with AMD's best processor, but runs past it.
Pros:
- Dominating hyper-threading performance
- Runs significantly cooler
- Tight energy consumption
Cons:
- Expensive
- Little to no improvement for gaming
6 years ago
I9 9900K Rocks
This is a Great CPU, people say you don't need an I9 9900K for gaming but I plan on using this for at least 10 years. yes you can buy something cheaper like an I7 but you will be upgrading earlier than having a I9 9900k. I bought it for the long run and I would recommend the same for others.
6 years ago
Intel Core i9-9900K Review
U pdate: The Intel Core i9-9900K has seen a massive price cut since its original release, dropping from £600 to as little as £485. Having recently reviewed the AMD Ryzen 9 3900X , we believe the new price for the Intel chip makes it far more competitive and the best option for premium gaming, and so...
Pros:
- Ultra-speedy for video rendering and editing
- Best clock speeds of all the consumer CPUs
- Price cut sees improved value
Cons:
- Not a huge gaming upgrade from previous generation
- Requires powerful cooler to prevent overheating
- Not much room for overclocking
6 years ago
Intel Core i9-9900K Review Related: Best AMD Ryzen CPUs
The Intel Core i9-9900K is an absolute powerhouse for video rendering and Photoshop at this price. If you're a power-crazy media professional this is the processor to plump for. But for gamers? You can find much better value alternatives.
Pros:
- Ultra-speedy for video rendering and editing
- Best clock speeds of all the consumer CPUs
- Price cut sees improved value
Cons:
- Not a huge gaming upgrade from previous generation
- Requires powerful cooler to prevent overheating
- Not much room for overclocking
7 years ago
Intel Core i9 9900K processor review
There's no denying it, the Core i9 9900K is a little gem. It ticks all the right boxes in performance both on the threaded application and gaming end. It has hyper-threading with sixteen threads and then the very high turbo bins to go along with that.
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