The Best Gaming CPU for 2019.
Intel Core i9-9900K the King of Gaming?
The ongoing war between Intel and AMD will never end. The battle for supremacy seems to go on forever. Whether you cherish value or just want the best of the best for gaming, this year Intel wins once again. The i9-9900K is the best CPU for gaming and streaming in 2019.
Intel Core i9-9900K Specs
| # of cores | 8 |
| # of threads | 16 |
| Processor Base Frequency | 3.60 GHz |
| Max Turbo Frequency | 5.00 GHz |
| Cache | 16 MB SmartCache |
| Thermal Design Power | 95W |
| Price | $529.89 |
Intel’s latest chip Core i9-9900K is a 64-bit 8-core microprocessor based on the Coffee Lake microarchitecture. It is created on Intel’s 3rd generation enhanced 14nm++ process. The i9-9900K runs at 3.6GHz with a Turbo Boost frequency up to 5 GHz. It also supports up to 64GB of dual-channel DDR4-2666 memory. The i9-9900K also packs in Intel’s UHD Grpahics 630 IGP operating at 350 MHz with a burst frequency of 1.2 GHz.
The Cost of Core i9-9900K
The best gaming CPU will be at a cost. The i9-9900K is expensive. Amazon is listing the CPU for $529.89.
i9-9900K vs i7-9700K
If we take a look at the i9-9900K vs i7-9700K, there is a $119.90 price difference. Although the i7-9700K lacks the 16 threads the i9-9900K has. The i7-9700K is listed at $409.99 on Amazon at the time of this writing. The average user bench according to UserBenchmark is that the i9-9900K is about 5% faster (effective speed) than the i7-9700K.
i9-9900K vs i7-8700K
The i9-9900K vs i7-8700K is almost the same story. The i9-9900K is about 11% faster (effective speed) than the i7-8700K according to UserBenchmark. With a base frequency of 3.7 GHz the i7-8700K is much cheaper. Amazon has it listed at $369.99.
Core i9-9900K vs Ryzen 2700X
If you are a hardcore gamer, gamer enthusiast, Intel fanboy, or just have a burning desire to have the best CPU for gaming, the i9-9900K is for you. This is the absolute best CPU for gaming for 2019. (March 21, 2019 time stamp). And if you are a streamer than this CPU is a win-win. It can handle streaming and your favorite intensive game. If money was not an issue, then by all means get this chip. But if you are on a budget and still want a great value, AMD Ryzen 2700X priced at $289.99 is the choice for you. According to UserBenchmark the i9-9900K is 20% faster (effective speed) than the 2700X.
Who wins? Intel vs AMD
People will always compare Intel and AMD. They are forever at war with each other. So who wins? i9-9900K vs Ryzen 2700X. The short answer is that we win. The long answer is written above. If you want the best for gaming and money is not an issue, go with the i9-9900K. If you want the best bang for your buck go with AMD Ryzen 2700X. Both are great CPUs. End of story.
