Should I get an i7 6700k if I'm not overclocking?

UltraXHybrid · Jul 10, 2016

Title explains it all really...

Should i get the i7 6700k if I'm not overclocking?
It comes in at a higher base clock of 4GHz (The non-k model has a base clock of 3.4GHz)

So is it worth me getting the k version for the higher base clock and lower temps as i will be needing an aftermarket cooler? (K models don't come with stock coolers for obvious reasons)

Whereas If I get the non-k model I will be using Intel stock cooler that can leave the CPU a little too hot sometimes.

Note i don't plan on ever overclocking. In fact I'm going to get a B150 motherboard so i cant overclock.

M0j0jojo · Jul 10, 2016

If you are not going to overclock at all, don't bother getting the unlocked version as it will save a few bucks. As for the cpu cooler, the stock Intel cooler will be plenty for the i7 6700. These new processors are very efficient, and don't produce a lot of heat.

J_E_D_70 · Jul 10, 2016

Sure. But what a waste. Can go with a cryorig H7 for cheap, effective cooling.

Is this for gaming or general use?

matt4x4 · Jul 10, 2016

I dont know, but the TomsHardware CPU article recommends i5-6600K, but the speeds are 500MHz difference. So analyze what you are doing and if you need that extra speed or not, then analyze the costs.

I think too the B150 mobo's are business class. For compatibility, easy upgrades, less IT people.
http://www.tomshardware.com/faq/id-2724973/skylake-chipset-features.html

UltraXHybrid · Jul 10, 2016

M0j0jojo :

Okay thanks man

That's the one thing that's bothering me, the temperature of the CPU, I figured if I'm going to want an aftermarket cooler for lower temps, I may as well get the k model to get better performance.
I've seen a few posts where people are saying the Intel stock cooler is 'barely enough' and they are reaching high temps of 90 degrees which concerns me.
When i get the parts put together for my PC i just don't want to have to worry about anything.

Hlsgsz · Jul 10, 2016

If you are not going to overclock, get this instead:
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Xeon E3-1240 V5 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($269.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Motherboard: *Gigabyte GA-X150M-PLUS WS Micro ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($79.16 @ Amazon)
Memory: *GeIL EVO POTENZA 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-2400 Memory ($51.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $401.14
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
*Lowest price parts chosen from parametric criteria
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-07-10 21:25 EDT-0400

That Xeon is equivalent to an i7 6700, lacks integrated graphics and costs closer to an i5.

EDIT: what you read is incorrect. The stock cooler is just fine on non-overclocking CPUs.

UltraXHybrid · Jul 10, 2016

J_E_D_70 :

Both really. I have a laptop at the moment running 3 screens, it does the job fine for some tasks, however, videos lag when I'm doing something on the other screens. Generally I have lots of tabs open, can sometimes cause stuff to load slowly and i need to upgrade...

UltraXHybrid · Jul 10, 2016

Hlsgsz :

I was looking into the Xeon processors, unfortunately here in the UK, both of the CPU's cost the same. Thanks for the recommendation anyway

Hlsgsz · Jul 10, 2016

UltraXHybrid :

Hlsgsz :

I was looking into the Xeon processors, unfortunately here in the UK, both of the CPU's cost the same. Thanks for the recommendation anyway

Ah yeah, i know. Stick to the 6700 then. You'll have more MB options on the "normal" platform.

UltraXHybrid · Jul 10, 2016

matt4x4 :

I am considering the i5, however i don't want to have to worry about upgrading anytime soon. Also i generally have a lot of tabs open, doing multiple things at once and my current station with an i5 isn't keeping up..

UltraXHybrid · Jul 10, 2016

Could anyone tell me what differences I would see in gaming, or just anything from having the 6700 @3.4GHz and the 6700k @4GHz

Hlsgsz · Jul 10, 2016

UltraXHybrid :

In normal gaming scenarions you would see no difference whatsoever because you would always be GPU bound.
BUt, if you were playing CS:GO on a GTX 1080 at 1080p, yeah there would be a slight advantage with the 6700k

UltraXHybrid · Jul 10, 2016

Hlsgsz :

What about when I'm not gaming? would i see any differences?
I'm looking to get a GTX 1060 and game 1080p, try to get the highest settings, its reported to have the same performance as a GTX 980, but Nvidia will say anything to get people to but their products...

Hlsgsz · Jul 10, 2016

UltraXHybrid :

I have confidence that teh 1060 will indeed match teh 980. They couldn't launch it at $50 more than the RX 480 if it didn't.
Anyway, the 6700 non-K will not limit you in any way, gaming or otherwise.

UltraXHybrid · Jul 10, 2016

Hlsgsz :

UltraXHybrid :

I have confidence that teh 1060 will indeed match teh 980. They couldn't launch it at $50 more than the RX 480 if it didn't.
Anyway, the 6700 non-K will not limit you in any way, gaming or otherwise.

Okay man thanks for your help

Here's what I'm going to get soon enough:
http://uk.pcpartpicker.com/list/CwTmqk

Hlsgsz · Jul 10, 2016

UltraXHybrid :

Hlsgsz :

Okay man thanks for your help

Here's what I'm going to get soon enough:
http://uk.pcpartpicker.com/list/CwTmqk

Looks legit. I would strive to get 16 gigs of ram though. the price difference from 8 to 16 is merited.

dudeman509 · Jul 10, 2016

Turbo boost (4 vs 4.2) would take care of all but 200 MHz of the difference. I'd just go with the regular i7-6700 and stock cooler if you have no plans to OC.

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