advice Need advice on cpu pick.

[Cringebaby]

I was wondering if I should splurge and extra 100 dollars for the 11700kf or if would be sacrificing any performance and how much performance I would sacrificing, on buying the 11600k. here is my PC part list.

 

 

[brob]

Did you price out an i5-12600k system?

[Cringebaby]

I didn't, and the reason is because the Z690 motherboards are to expensive for one worth buying. (That ive seen.)

[brob]

1 hour ago, Cringebaby said:

I didn't, and the reason is because the Z690 motherboards are to expensive for one worth buying. (That ive seen.)

 

The OP motherboard is a sub-optimal choice for an unlocked CPU. It would be better to pair the B560 motherboard with an i5-11600.

 

Intel is expected to announce locked Alder Lake cpu this week. There will be B660 and H670 motherboards announced for these cpu. They should be less expensive than the Z690 motherboards currently available.

 

The EVGA B5 is not a great PSU choice.

[Cringebaby]

Thanks for your input! would you recommend a better PSU for the price?

[brob]

I would suggest investing a bit more on the PSU. Keep in mind that is directly affects the stability and longevity of all powered components.

 

The PSU Tier list is a useful resource.