i5-6600 v. i5-6600k- Is the extra $50 worth it?

[Eden Tosh]

So I'm in the final stages of my new build, only a few things left to buy. So this leads me to my question concerning the processor.

The i5-6600k, the new jewel of Intel's i5 line, is drastically overpriced over the MSRP, with Newegg's price currently at $279.99. Whilst the locked i5-6600 is on Newegg for the price of $229.99.

Now I know that with the K version, you get an unlocked version of the processor, so the normal way of overclocking is accessible, and the base clock is 200MHz higher. I do not see any other discernible differences between the two processors.

And with Intel's reallowance of BLCK overclocking on the new Skylake platform, is this a viable option for me if I do get the non-K version. The motherboard I'm settled on is the MSI Z170A Krait Gaming ATX Motherboard (Color scheme dictated this choice). I know that Asrock and MSI have said that their Z170 motherboards can take advantage of BLCK overclocking, so hopefully my Motherboard is included in this. This would allow me to overclock on the non-K version, taking away the only major difference between the K and the non-K.

Any opinions and insight is welcomed and greatly appreaciated!

-Eden

 

[rolli59]

If you are planning overclocking at all go with the K since you will not get the same results with the none K and BLCK overclocking unless you had a very good motherboard.

 

[Dulith1118]

if ur overclocking u need the k version.. u need z series mobo which u have and u need a third party cooler not the stock one if ur overclocking if u have all these id say pay that extra 50 and get the k and do some over clocking when needed..

 

[johnnyb105]

Hence the reason why Intel charges more for there K model ... There is no given on overclocking as well some will overclock well some may not if your on a fence over budget go with the non K but if you want a little extra umphhh go with the K version..

 

[Eden Tosh]

All of you seem to be in consensus, I'll go for the i5-6600k! Thank you all for your input!