Used 1151 socket CPU best value?

Stankenestor

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Hello!

Lookin to upgrade my computer. Gonna get a RTX 2080 probably but i need a new mobo, ram and good CPU that wont bottleneck my GPU. I want high speed ddr4 ram so i need a 1151 socket CPU. Im also looking to get a new 1440p 144hz monitor.

What used 1151 CPU should i be looking for that gets me the best value? Or should i just wait and get a new 9th gen cpu as that will be more future proof since game will eventually utilize more cores and threads. And afaik you dont have to upgrade CPU's as often as GPU's?
 
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I'd wait for the 9th gen and grab a i5-9600K/Z370(or Z390 if they come out at the same time) & at least 8gb of DDR4 in dual channel. A cheaper variation would be the 9400 (or 8400)/H310 & 8gb DDR4 but you'll lose the ability to overclock which is nice to have later on when the extra performance could be needed.

WildCard999

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I'd wait for the 9th gen and grab a i5-9600K/Z370(or Z390 if they come out at the same time) & at least 8gb of DDR4 in dual channel. A cheaper variation would be the 9400 (or 8400)/H310 & 8gb DDR4 but you'll lose the ability to overclock which is nice to have later on when the extra performance could be needed.
 
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