Customers enjoy the Core i9-10900K processor for its excellent gaming capabilities, performance, and reasonable price. Many users found it easy to install and were pleased with its compatibility and stability. On the downside, some users mentioned that it can run hot and has high power consumption, while others wished it supported PCIe 4.0.
I bought is processor and put it on a z490 gaming edge WiFi by MSI. It works great. I get a temp of 32-36 Celsius idling at about 5 MHz. I also ran a Cinebench test and didn’t go over 72 Celsius. I am using the MSI Coreliquid 360R AIO for cooling. I think if you are going to heavily use this processor or over clock it needs a 240 or 360 water cooler. I would not recommend air cooling. I have seen complaints of cooling issues, but I have had no issues keeping mine cool.
Posted by StickyWite
Absolute screamer. This is an enthusiast class chip, it runs hot, fast, and needs someone who knows how to handle, and appreciate it. Water cooling recommended if planning on overclocking. This will be paired with a 3090 RTX I was able to get through a Best Buy drop for one of the most powerful work/play systems possible today.
Posted by vladtepes
Love it along with my new Z480 Aorus Master mobo. Haven't OC'd it yet but looks very promising on the silicon front. See picture of my first run of Cinebench R20 at stock speeds.
Posted by DMann
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