Question Which CPU upgrade is better?

[Madexo]

Hi,

I'm currently running an i5-4670k OC to 4.00GHz, but even after the overclock I'm starting to notice my CPU falling behind on most recent games.
I've been looking up benchmarks, comparisons for some CPU's
Due to the fact i gotta replace ram, mobo and CPU i need to find out what will last me a long time.

I can't make up which is better for gaming (& multitasking while gaming) between these:

Ryzen 7 2700X
Ryzen 5 2600x
Intel i7 8700k
Intel i5 8600k

 

[Dark Lord of Tech]

Intel i7 8700k

 

[shadowXXe]

If you can afford it go for the 2700x its more cost effective than intel better for gaming and your actually better off on AMD in light of the new spoiler intel exploit

 

[KeyMB]

I picked up the 2700x. Coming from the R5 1400 and I’m glad I did. For what I paid, and what the processor can handle, it was well worth the money. I don’t have much experience with intel though so I can’t say much there

 

[mdd1963]

Efficiency/'x' performance performance per watt, etc., are factors to consider...

But, the 8700K has about a 25-30% lead in average framerates at 1440P and 1080P when all processors are compared in a variety of games and given a great GPU.

If choosing between the 2700X and merely an i5-8400, the decision would be a bit tougher.

 

[Gmoney06ss]

I would also say the 8700k if mostly just gaming. If you don't mind waiting, see what happens with the ryzen 3xxx. That's what I'm doing, if not as good as leaked, I'll be choosing the 8700k.

 

[computerjoe314]

The 8700k is technically the fastest,
but the Ryzen 7 2700X isn't far behind, is cheaper, and has a better upgrade path.

 

[littleleo]

Hi,

I'm currently running an i5-4670k OC to 4.00GHz, but even after the overclock I'm starting to notice my CPU falling behind on most recent games.
I've been looking up benchmarks, comparisons for some CPU's
Due to the fact i gotta replace ram, mobo and CPU i need to find out what will last me a long time.

I can't make up which is better for gaming (& multitasking while gaming) between these:

Ryzen 7 2700X
Ryzen 5 2600x
Intel i7 8700k
Intel i5 8600k

If you can wait until July the new AMD Ryzen 2 3000 series should be out. And current CPU prices should fall. That might be a good time for a platform change.