Is an i7 4790k compatible with a H81M-S2H Mobo?

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I've been searching around for this and was hoping I could get a definitive answer, and maybe a further recommendation.

I've looked on the gigabyte website and at the cpu compatibility: http://www.gigabyte.com/support-downloads/cpu-support-popup.aspx?pid=5158
It doesn't have the i7 4790k on there however I know it's the same socket type, an LGA-1150. I've done some digging online and found a few online shops selling the 4790k and this mobo together as a package however I'm struggling to find a definitive answer as to whether these two are compatible.

If not, I'm wondering what would be the next best option for someone who games heavily and also streams quite a bit with a two monitor set up and a GTX970. An i7 4790 non k perhaps? bear in mind I'm currently not in a position to change the motherboard.

Thanks!
 
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It's compatible yes, but you're pairing an unlocked processor with a motherboard that doesn't support much in the way of overclocking. To get the most out of a 4790K you will need at least a Z97 motherboard.
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Thanks for the reply, would you say the purchase would still be good if I plan on upgrading the motherboard in the future?
 
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A 4790 non-k is still a big performer. The K gives you the overclock advantage but other than that it's only about 5% better in heavy applications. In games they have almost exactly the same performance. So unless you want to overclock, which i wouldn't recommend on that board, you don't need the K.
 
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This is usually done when the retailer would just like to give away mobo's to make the deal look good. If you're basically getting the mobo for free, then it's a good deal. It will work, but not overclock, but would be a good backup board.....and something to get you going until you pick out a Z87/97 that would give you more features....including the ability to overclock and use faster RAM, etc.
 
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Yeah quite honestly that's where a lot of my confusion has reigned from, but if the 4790k is compatible then I will go for that as I'm not exactly overclocking massively right now and when I do upgrade my mobo I'll be in a good position with the cpu.

Is this good thinking?
 
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Yes. I wouldn't OC at all on a H81 board, but you can try, it wont blow it up.
 
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Yeah I think the answer, it won't blow up, is something I can get behind! Thanks!
 
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