Rocket Vs Alder?

[Cotj]

I am currently planning a new build, I have not had a desktop in years.

 

I noticed today that MicroCenter has the Rocket Lake CPU's on a great sale
https://www.microcenter.com/product/633422/intel-core-i7-11700k-rocket-lake-36ghz-eight-core-lga-1200-boxed-processor-heatsink-not-included

 

I want to build a PC that would not have to be updated for a long time, with that CPU vs the Alder lake which is $150 more. Is it worth the extra cost, or just save the money and use to to buy a cooler?

 

[bmx6454]

the 12600k is also worth considering, it's better than the 11700k(at least imo, and based on specs.). still cost more, but not as much. i would avoid going with last gen, especially if you are looking for a long time build.

edit: some context as to what you will be using it for might help.

[RONOTHAN##]

The 12600K is a bit faster than that CPU, and it's only $50 more. For $200 the 11700K can make sense, but it's a pretty tough sell when the Alder Lake chips really are just that much faster. 

[Cotj]

Awesome that is what I was looking for!

[Queen Chrysalis]

4 hours ago, bmx6454 said:

the 12600k is also worth considering, it's better than the 11700k(at least imo, and based on specs.). still cost more, but not as much. i would avoid going with last gen, especially if you are looking for a long time build.

edit: some context as to what you will be using it for might help.

The 12600k is way faster than the 11700k.  The only 11th and 10th gen chips that should still be for sale ar ethe 10400f for people who need a 6 core and the 10105f for basic gaming builds.  The rest are outperformed by cheaper parts from zen 3 or alder lake.