6900k or 6850K for new PC

[Midian]

Hi Folks.

I am planning on getting a new system built for me and would like some advice on the CPU as I am not really a pc tech guy.

The Display I use is the Acer Predator X34 (100hz 3440x1440) and the new PC will only be used for gaming.

So considering the spec and my required needs should I go with the 6900k or the 6850k ?

PC SPEC:


CASE: Corsair Obsidian 900D

MOBO: Asus ROG Rampage v Edition 10

CPU: Intel 6900k or 6850k (OVERCLOCKED)

CPU COOLER: Corsair Hydro h115i

RAM: 64GB (8x8GB) Corsair DDR4 Vengeance LED 2666mhz WHITE LED

GFX: SLI MSI Geforce gtx 1080 Seahawk X (AIO watercooled)

PSU: 1200w Corsair Digital AX1200i

SSD (OS): Samsung 256GB SM961 M.2 SSD

SSD: 1tb Samsung 850 Evo

SSD: 1tb Samsung 850 Evo

OPTICAL DRIVE: Internal or External Blue-Ray & DVD (depends on case)

LIGHTS: NZXT Hue & RGB color changing dual channel internal led controller

OS: Windows 10

HEADPHONES - Sennheiser HD 800

DAC/AMP - Modi 2 and Magni 2

SPEAKERS - Razer Leviathan Soundbar



Thank you.

 

[Midian]

Hi Chaparral, thanks for responding.

Yeah I am aware of the cost, My Nan died 4 months ago and that is the reason I can afford to buy a decent PC because she left me some inheritance.

She was always supportive of me being a gamer since the 1980's on the ZX spectrum so this PC is my way of a testament to her memory, However I know that the 6950x is probably overkill for the system as I am only gaming not anything else., so my question stands about the 2 CPU's mentioned.

 

[Midian]

I am buying a new machine, I do not want an old CPU surely that would make sense, my question is about the 6900k or the 6850k.

 

[Midian]

Does not look like I am going to get a straight answer, so probably best I leave the forums, not the best first impression on the day I joined!

 

[Midian]

You also don't need 64gb of RAM, unless you plan on running a VM farm

I know I do not need 64GB of RAM but that is why I am going for the Vengeance Ram with LED, for aesthetic purposes.

As for your advice on the X99 I appreciate it, however, I am really trying to build a dream pc.
All my pc's in the past have been below par, this is the first time I can push the boat out, so I am happy with the build itself, and just struggling on deciding between the 6900k or 6850k.

 

[Midian]

Not with that attitude you won't, good riddance.

I am very sorry if you percieved anything I said for attitude, that was not my intention.

I am just very disappointed in the responces to a simple question, At no point did I ask anyone for financial advice, or to worry about costs or recommend entirely different products, I asked about the 6900k or the 6850k.

Once again if you thought I was showing attitude I apologise.

 

[Midian]

Aren't 4GB modules available?

No mate, I did a search and unless I am missing something there are no 4gb modules available with the LEDS. I do not mind paying a little more for the aesthetics anyway,for me it's better than making the compromise.

 

[Midian]

If cost is no issue, why wouldn't you get the 6900K? Why even ask the question or did you think the 6900K might be an inferior product with a higher price tag?

I asked the question because I was undecided on the CPU, and although I try and keep up to date on most things, CPU's are one of the things that usually pass me by unfortunately (guess that will teach me hehe )

 

[Midian]

They both have 40 Lanes.

Agree on the PSU, unless the OP already has the AX1200i.

None of it is ordered yet, I am making sure that eveything is right this time (had some stinkers of a PC in the past).

Not even sure where I will go to get it built either.

 

[Midian]

Build it yourself, you'll be glad you did.

I have built a couple of PC's before and do fine until it comes to the bios and stuff, then it is a bit above me. So not willing to take that chance again.

 

[Midian]

Here is my opinion on your build:

- You don't need any of that.
- You can build something that will allow you to game properly and happily at a fraction of the cost of the build you have selected.
- Your choices hint towards an idea of "pick the biggest and most expensive item available" under the logic that it will be "the best".
- The reality is the excessive costs of your hardware selection means you are paying above and beyond the more reasonably priced mainstream hardware and that cost difference will not be remotely proportional to the performance difference of the two builds.
- You should always buy smart regardless of how much your budget is.

Have a nice day

I know I do not need it, but this build is for a special reason So I am doing it regardless

 

[Midian]

if you are not going to build it, have you considered one of 8packs build ?

If I am correct I think the 8Packs are liquid cooled and I cannot stand that kind of maintenance schedule, rather just take my pc in the garden and datavac.

 

[Midian]

I completely understand the apprehension.

But, there are a hell of a lot of knowledgeable people on here who'll help you.

Also remember - YouTube/Google is your friend.

It is a nice gesture, and I am sure you would all do a good job helping me but for something like this it scares the hell out of me hehe.
So I would prefer for it to all be tested and sorted before arrival to my house so I can just wait excitedly for the rig to turn up, settle down and enjoy it.

 

[Midian]

Then you should consider the 6950X as that's the top of the line CPU. If you're building a "money no object dream machine" as opposed to a "top end gaming machine" I'd go with one of those.

I never said "money was no object" and that CPU in my opinion although probably awsome is mega expensive, and it would slightly push me above a budget I am comfortable with.

 

[Midian]

I have decided to go with the 6900k and I will switch the PSU to EVGA as recommended (just have to check out what model to go for).

Also just realised I may also have to add some more fans to the case for cooling, as I am not sure if the ones it comes with will be adequate.

 

[Midian]

If people used money as a reason for doing something they got told you weren't asking for financial advice, then you say that something is too expensive.



You went for the most expensive one, shocking...

Was this thread just to tell people you were getting a 6900K but phrased as a question?

Ok, not sure why you care so much about how I spend my money, but I was not asking your permission and to be frank it is not your buisness.

I was asking advice on 2 CPU's and you mention one that was not in the original question!

 

[Midian]

Really not trying to rag on any of your selections, btw - just trying to help

Really appreciate it, but I think I am quite happy now, and thanks for the heads up on the PSU Model.

I will be honest about the case. I was not struck by any of them, so out of the them all I picked the one that if I ever needed to do anything there would be ample room to work in, and if in the future I did go down the watercooling road I could also easily do that as well.

 

[Midian]

It was more the attitude you started giving people that were genuinely trying to help.
Also you insulted the forum because the whole forum didn't jump in and answer your question after 9 hours.

I'm not sure why you expected a Broadwell-E CPU with a lower price and lower number to be better than the cheaper version with a lower number and less cores.

Glad you made your choice though, hope it all goes well for you.

Well it is not worth getting into an argument over so we can agree to disagree. Hope all goes well for you too

 

[Midian]

Why not just get a 6700k with SLI GTX 1080 along with 32GB of RAM, no game I've played uses more than 10GB of RAM so anymore will be wasted. This kind of build is just a waste of money for what you will be using it for.

Well I am buying it with some of my inheritance and I want to make sure the PC means something to me.

I have never had a pc like this before and might never have one again. Since about 1987 every Birthday and Christmas my Nan would buy me a game from the old £1.99 ZX spectrum days to the modern PC games. Because she is not around to do that anymore, this PC is a testament to her memory and my way of honouring her.

 

[Midian]

Now my decision has been made, I would like to thank everyone for their comments and wish you all the best.