Intel K or KF CPU

[Toggi]

Hi so I've been trying to figure out if I should go to an intel i5 13600K or KF. I know the KF doesn't have an iGPU but not sure if I need it.

I use my computer for games, animating/Blender and video editing.

I also have a GPU which is a 1060 6GB but will be upgrading to 3070

[WereCat]

The encoder on the Intel iGPU is slightly better than NVENC on a 3000 series card and significantly better than NVENC on your current card but otherwise there is not much of a benefit of having an iGPU besides using it as a troubleshooting tool when there is something wrong with your main GPU.

[Toggi]

Ok so I wouldn't really be gaining to much improvement by going KF instead of K?

Also was wondering of Noctua NH-D15 but it is exactly the max height that my PC case supports so think it's better to go for Noctua NH-U12A

[Toggi]

Oh and also is it better to upgrade my CPU now or should I wait?

[CommanderAlex]

iGPU is great for troubleshooting if your graphics card craps out. Otherwise, up to you what CPU to pick. 

34 minutes ago, Toggi said:

Also was wondering of Noctua NH-D15 but it is exactly the max height that my PC case supports so think it's better to go for Noctua NH-U12A

165mm is the CPU cooler height. RAM height affects the 2nd fan position, so it may raise it otherwise. 

NH-D15 (noctua.at)

[Toggi]

Ok so you would recommend going fo the Noctua NH-U12A instead, right?