Ivy bridge or Sandy Bridge

[jblorenz]

I am building a new computer and can't decide whether to get the new Ivy bridge i5 3450 or the i5 2500k, which is more expensive. I really don't care about overclocking; I was just wondering if i should still lean toward to the old favorite or get the new less expensive but less powerful i5 3450?

 

[jblorenz]

Ok here are my potential specs for the new build either the ivy bridge 3450 or the sandy bridge 2500k
asus p8z68-v le
psu tx 750 corsair (maybe a bit over kill but i got it on sale for really cheap)
sapphire 6870
8gb ram 1600

 

[scottiemedic]

If you're getting a Z68, then I would match a SB with it. The z68 won't take advantage of the IVB features. Plus, you have the ability to OC down the road, you never know when you'll change your mind.

If you were getting a Z77 board, then I'd go IVB...

 

[bearclaw99]

The i5 3570 will be slightly better than the i5 2500. You really don't need a K chip if you have no overclocking plans