What's better for streaming? i5-6600 vs i7-4790

SkillNye

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Most benchmark websites tell me that the i5-6600 would be better than the i7-4790. It only beats it in certain areas when it comes to performance, and probably won't make a huge difference for the games I'll be streaming. But the price is about $100 cheaper. Not to mention I won't have to worry about upgrading my processor anytime soon, considering it's a new Skylake with newer technology.

So right now, I'm leaning towards the i5-6600. But I want other peoples opinions.
 
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Xeon E3 1231v3 is pretty much a slightly underclocked i7-4790 without the HD graphics for much less.

I would go with i5-6600 if you will upgrade to upcoming socket LGA1151 i7 later but I recommend i7-4790.