Choosing CPU/Motherboard

[Spev]

So I'm a bit confused here:

-What is the difference between LGA 1150 and 2011?

-Which is more CURRENT, and are they any advantages to one over the other?

 

I'm currently finalizing my motherboard and CPU choices so I need to understand this, thanks.

[Semper]

1. The socket type.

http://www.tomshardware.com/answers/id-2046442/main-differences-lga-1150-lga-2011.html

gives you a brief rundown.

 

2. Both are current.

[Spev]

1. The socket type.

http://www.tomshardware.com/answers/id-2046442/main-differences-lga-1150-lga-2011.html

gives you a brief rundown.

 

2. Both are current.

I understand the socket type, and that only 1150 CPUs will fit in a 1150 certified mobo, that much makes sense.

 

So the 2011 seems better than the 1150 from that link you posted? My current mobo and CPU choices are 1150, I just want to make sure they want get phased out anytime soon, and was wondering if 2011 was more current (lol because of higher number I assumed).

 

However some of those features seem over the top, and things that most users wont use.

[BurgerBum]

2011 and 1150 are just the number of pins i believe.

 

both are current.

 

chipset is honestly more important than socket, some 1150 are better than some 2011 and some 2011 are better than some 1150.

 

just choose a cpu that meats (steak, pork, ect. ) your needs or excedes, and get a mobo with the same socket.

[Semper]

I understand the socket type, and that only 1150 CPUs will fit in a 1150 certified mobo, that much makes sense.

 

So the 2011 seems better than the 1150 from that link you posted? My current mobo and CPU choices are 1150, I just want to make sure they want get phased out anytime soon, and was wondering if 2011 was more current (lol because of higher number I assumed).

LGA 1150 is still solidly relevant. Neither is necessarily "better"... they just have different applications.

[EcoBoost]

-What is the difference between LGA 1150 and 2011?

-Which is more CURRENT, and are they any advantages to one over the other?

1. LGA 1150 is mainly gamer oriented. LGA 2011 CPUs have more cores which can benefit you for things like photo/video editing, 3D rendering, streaming, etc

2. LGA 2011-3 is more current, however regular 2011 is older then 1150 and does not support the newest Haswell-E chips

[Spev]

I do lots of gaming and recording/rendering/streaming:

For my new rig, current CPU choice: i7-4790k

 

I was also looking at the 5820k, but decided the 4790k would be better for gaming, and the 5820k would only benefit me with render times. I would rather have better game performance and wait a few more minutes for a render.

 

-Any other considerations in this price range? The 4790k seems like a great deal at $330

-I'm currently using a i7 980 from a few years ago, with the 4790k be an improvement?

-Anything else I should consider? If not the 4790k will be my final choice. Any help finalizing my CPU will be greatly appreciated.

[Speedyv]

1150 i still alive and well.

 

Z97 1150 socket Mobo's  will support upcoming broadwell CPU's as well so it's still getting new hardware. 

 

It doesn't really matter what socket you have, the CPU is more important.

 

I'd go 1150 because it has more longevity.

[Juganog]

I would say go with the 4790k, you would also have to go with the x99 platform for the 5820k which could always provide other useful things but if you don't have the budget for DDR4 ram x99 mobos ontop of the 5820k go with the 4790k

[MegaDave91]

Only if you needed the extra pcie lanes would I recommend a 5820k over a 4790k.

[Seb J]

If you want a cheaper and more gaming oriented CPU get 1150. There are way more options in terms of motherboards and they are far cheaper.

However if you plan on doing some pretty hardcore content creation without compromise then get a 2011 mobo. The CPU's have more cores and will perform better in photo/video editing applications, and of course you will have to sell a kidney to get a board/cpu combo. Personally I'd rather spend the money on pleasing Lord Gaben and expanding my game library.