4790K 3.5Ghz Vs 4790K 4.0Ghz

[epcbacn77]

Hello, this is my rig:
http://uk.pcpartpicker.com/p/hRnmcf

I will be changing:
RAM - https://uk.pcpartpicker.com/part/gskill-memory-f32400c10d16gtx
CPU Cooler - https://uk.pcpartpicker.com/part/corsair-cpu-cooler-h100i
CPU - https://uk.pcpartpicker.com/part/intel-cpu-bx80646i74790k

I have a question about the CPU,
Is there any difference between the https://uk.pcpartpicker.com/part/intel-cpu-bx80646i74790k and https://uk.pcpartpicker.com/part/intel-cpu-bx80646i74770k? (Besides from the Clock Speed of course. Is it worth just getting the 3.5Ghz and OC it myself?)

Thanks

 

[CTurbo]

The i7 4790k is a newer version of the i7 4770k and runs cooler and overclocks better. Get the 4790k.



If you already have the i5 4690k, the i7 will not be a worthwhile upgrade for you unless you do heavy editing, rendering, etc...

 

[babernet_1]

I would not recommend the faster ram. It will do next to nothing for you. It only helps when putting out more than 80 or so frames per second.

The 4770K has an inferior head spreader in the package while the 4790K has a better head spreader. I would recommend the 4790K. It will cool better and overclock better.

 

[babernet_1]

If you need more speed, get the 6770K or go with one of the large intel processors. What do you want?

 

[jimmysmitty]

As said the gains from a i7 4770K/4790K will be minimal over a i5 4690K. Not even worth the cost of the CPU.

In fact you wouldn't benefit from a new CPU for another 1-2 years.

 

[babernet_1]

As said the gains from a i7 4770K/4790K will be minimal over a i5 4690K. Not even worth the cost of the CPU.

In fact you wouldn't benefit from a new CPU for another 1-2 years.

Yes, tell us what your requirements are. What is the problem with your present setup?

 

[epcbacn77]

I was wondering if it would be worth while upgrading just for some more speed. So really I just need some more RAM of the same type if I want to upgrade the RAM now? And the CPU & Cooler would not be beneficial as of yet.

Also when I record there is sometimes lag spikes and when it does happen it happens frequently. (Using Fraps - As I am a scrub)

Thanks for the speedy responses!

 

[jimmysmitty]

More RAM could help with the lag spikes if you are gaming and recording you must be using a lot of RAM.

And you ideally want to just replace all the RAM for the best compatibility but if you go the route of just adding RAM you want to get the same kit you got last time. Same model, speed, timings etc.

 

[epcbacn77]

More RAM could help with the lag spikes if you are gaming and recording you must be using a lot of RAM.

And you ideally want to just replace all the RAM for the best compatibility but if you go the route of just adding RAM you want to get the same kit you got last time. Same model, speed, timings etc.

Yeah thanks, if I were to swap out the RAM for 16GB what RAM would you guys recommend?

 

[jimmysmitty]

A lot depends on what you like but I always go for Corsair personally. Have not had a problem with them in about 15 years now.

G.Skill is also good so if you want to go with that again that is fine. Sometimes people go based on looks.

As for speed, you would want to do at least DDR3 1600MHz. In fact I would probably do DDR3 1866MHz

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