Hey everyone! I'm trying to decide between a new Intel i5 14600K, a used i7 13700K, or a new 14700K (which costs just 30€ more). I'm pairing it with an RX 9060 XT 16GB and 16GB of DDR4 RAM. What do you think? Thanks for any advice!
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From what you've mentioned, the 14700K would be a solid choice. If you can move to AM5, I'd also recommend looking at the 9800X3D for serious performance.
It really depends on what you already have. If you're looking to save money, the 14600K is a fantastic option. It's easy to cool and competes well with many AM5 CPUs.
If you don't already have a motherboard for Intel, maybe consider switching to AM5 instead. But since you're using DDR4 RAM, that might not work out for you.
I suggest going with the 14600K. It doesn't make much sense to spend extra on a marginally better CPU when your performance will likely be more limited by the GPU and RAM. Unless the price difference is minor, sticking with the 14600K is smart. Just keep in mind that you might need a better cooler.
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