CPU and Motherboard recommendations

sparxlance

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I built my current machine in 2012. I have upgraded the RAM, hard drives, and GPU. I am looking to upgrade the CPU and Motherboard in my machine now and am looking for a recommendation.

I currently have the following:
- ASRock Z77 Extreme6
- Intel Core i5-3570K
- EVGA GeForce GTX 1070 FTW GAMING ACX 3.0

I would like to move up to a i7 and get a solid motherboard.
 
Low budget alternative but still 144hz capable :

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel - Core i5-9600K 3.7GHz 6-Core Processor ($279.99 @ B&H)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master - MasterAir MA410M 53.4 CFM CPU Cooler ($49.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: MSI - MAG Z390 TOMAHAWK ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($156.58 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill - Ripjaws V Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-3000 Memory ($124.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $611.55
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
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