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It got me too and now that chip has been running error and problem-free for the last 3 years in my server. The first year it was for benching. 😄

True. Also, the memory took a jump in the higher MHz range (Intel Platform), but they need to conquer the latency issues. I like the bigger numbers in Cinebench, but for team benching which consists of many benchmark tests to compete and qualify in it's just not worth it. And 3D benching is where it takes its hardest hit. This is where most of our points are at! I would say bench Cinebench and get your scores then give it back to the store. It could take a while for the scores to possibly be beaten. Speculations of course.

Not a problem. I'm in the lucky class where I can "safely" try before I'm locked into keeping it. Just another reason to love my Microcenter! And a warranty (Our Microcenter, I can't speak for the other 27 or so out there) like no other on the planet right now.

Not really sure that is the full case as if you look around, there are starting to be more and more gamers complaining like the rest of us....

I think I'm going to stick with my 14900KS. As much as I like the new features (As in motherboard features) they have, I can wait for it to come with a better CPU that is about 90% better than the 14900K/KS/KF in all-around performance. Just hoping the 5090s won't be in the same dismal sphere as the Ultra Series CPUs.

Actually, for this, you only need a universal back plate that has the screws through it. Your AIO, Water block, and DDB would only have mounting holes. You would then change on the fly. I used to do this with my water block, LN2, Dry Ice, AIO, and Phase Change unit. The only reason why I do not do it at the moment is because the ekwb does not have pass-through holes.

You might as well wait. This is a feature release/low power performance and not a serious performance one, unless you plan on running LN2. I have 15 days to decide if I keep it or just go back to my 14900KS/Z790. And since I bought my KS while it was about $790 out the door, that puts a pretty good dent in this particular purchase. So not as expensive should I stick it out in the end. For this to be worthwhile they would need to release a new higher-tiered CPU for this platform and I'm not sure anyone wants to wait that long.

@Mr. Fox Yes, meaning your opinion about it. I looked at it, but our Microcenter didn't carry the OCF so I did not get it to test with. They have come a long way since being considered a budget motherboard company back in the day. I used to buy a lot from them back in 2002 onward. Still do from time to time.

This is true; voltage can be controlled independently, but also now you have a few ways to fine-tune a clock speed. You can now set 55.16/55.33/55.50 multipliers and so on. It no longer has to be 54/55/56. That's a plus if they keep that going forward. I'm on the fence when it comes to the 10C unlock. With that in place, people can't just copy other people's settings and act like they have become master over clockers overnight using an AIO or a heatsink. None at Microcenter as of yet, but they did drop the price on the 265K to 379.99 What do you like about that board? Not keen on this iteration either, but hoping the next CPU (Done somewhat correctly)is a direct fit and no board replacement. (After the 285K) Happy Anniversary my friend!

Definitely a bit on the rusty side of things... So I was able to get past 24,000 on cpu score. A couple of test runs on 3dmark using full video memory. Time Spy https://www.3dmark.com/spy/51091125 Firestrike https://www.3dmark.com/3dm/119797393

All is good @Papusan Just taking the new one for a test spin as it has some options I like over the last gens offerings. Thanks, I'll take a look. So you have to run the new Windows 24H2 for these new CPUs to show any gains? Wow. I'm still on 0503 so I will flash the latest from Shamino in a little bit. Here is what I got running G.Skills 8400 XMP Tweaked no other adjustments other than changing the multiplier. Nice, I may try that when I fire up Throne and Liberty in a little while. I guess before I go any further I will go and update the bios and report back.

Hummm, so SP79 is okay then? True. Performance on a whole is not topping everything that's for sure, but I like the new upgrades to the platform though. So that's what is driving my purchase. Along with I need my motherboard to be from Microcenter as my Z790 Apex came from Asus.

Hey brother Fox, I went ahead and grabbed this platform because I like the options it has standard. 2 Thunderbolt 4/USB4 down to USB 2.0. 2 USB Type C 20GBPS ports. 5 GBPS LAN to tie into my 10 Gig network. EZ M.2 latches for all motherboard drives. (Wish they gave the Dimm.2 that's included with the extreme version as that one is completely toolless) EZ PCIE Slots. (No more button) Thunderbolt share. Wifi 7. As to the performance... Hopefully, that will pick up before our Microcenter gets in the new 285K's So I can swap this one out. I won't have my 4090 much longer as it's coming up on its two-year warranty so I will get rid of it before that time. So will be just running something like a 4060 until they come out with the 5090 or maybe another 4090 as a placeholder.

I went ahead and grabbed me a 265K/Apex Z890 as well.

I have no clue either. I mean I can get them to run at 4.8Ghz, but it sure takes a lot of voltage to do so and it's still not always stable. I'll have to do some more investigating later. Yep. Loved that 780W PSU. I have 2 of them. And now they can still be used! That's a game changer for me as they have been sitting around collecting dust for the last 5 years or so. Just wish their display was more accurate though. 🤬