SeekerIntel Core i5-8600K
AMD's first-generation "non-X" Ryzen processors were universally hailed as budget champions. That changes with the company's 2000-series CPUs, though. Its Ryzen 7 2700 is only $30 cheaper than the 2700X. Given a choice between them, we'd rather have the flagship's great performance and capable bundled cooler for a few dollars more.
-- As reviewed by Tom's Hardware
Product details
- Intel UHD Graphics 630
- Compatible only with Motherboards based on Intel 300 Series Chipsets
- 6 Cores / 12 Threads
- 3.60 GHz up to 4.30 GHz Max Turbo Frequency / 9 MB Cache
- Intel Optane Memory Supported
PROS
+ Faster than previous-gen Ryzen models
+ Bundled cooler adds value
+ Backward compatibility with 300-series motherboards
+ Indium solder improves thermal transfer
CONS
- Needs a better cooler for overclocking
- No value-oriented 400-series motherboards yet
- Large performance deficit compared to a stock Ryzen 7 2700X
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By Tom's Hardware on May 16, 2018
AMD's first-generation "non-X" Ryzen processors were universally hailed as budget champions. That changes with the company's 2000-series CPUs, though. Its Ryzen 7 2700 is only $30 cheaper than the 2700X. Given a choice between them, we'd rather have the flagship's great performance and capable bundled cooler for a few dollars more.
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By Tom's Hardware on November 16, 2017
The Core i3-8350K offers class-leading performance in games and competitive performance in a wide range of applications. The unlocked multiplier facilitates a high overclocking ceiling, but you'll need a Z-Series motherboard to crank the clocks. The Core i3 is a solid chip, but its priced too close for comfort to the Core i5-8400, which is a better value for most users.
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