2600x vs 8600 (non-k) vs 8700 (non-k)

[javidthunder]

Hi guys deciding between these 3 cpus. Which one of these is three is better for pure gaming? Not much of an overclocker. Using a gtx 1070 (might upgrade to next gen) and playing on 1080p 144hz.

Thanks!

 

[sizzling]

The 8700

 

[icraft]

If you're going full "money is no object" the absolute best CPU is actually the 8700k. It's quicker than the 8700 non-k by a tiny, tiny amount. The 8600 will be within 2% of the 8700k at 1080p though for much cheaper.
The 2600x is sadly a whole 7% slower.