Intel - Core i9-9900K 9th Generation 8-Core - 16-Thread - 3.6 GHz (5.0 GHz Turbo) Socket LGA 1151 Unlocked Desktop Processor
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Intel Core i9-9900K processor
With 3.6GHz processor speed which gives you efficient use of the processor, high processing throughput and improved performance.
16MB integrated cache
Provides fast access to heavily used data and instructions.
Intel, Pentium, Celeron, Centrino, Intel Inside and the Intel Inside logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States and other countries.
What's Included
- Core i9-9900K 9th Generation 8-Core - 16-Thread - 3.6 GHz (5.0 GHz Turbo) Socket LGA 1151 Unlocked Desktop Processor
Key Specs
- Number of Cores8-core
- Number of Threads16
- Processor Base Frequency3.6 gigahertz
- Processor Turbo Frequency5 gigahertz
- Unlocked ProcessorYes
- Processor SocketSocket LGA 1151
- Integrated GraphicsYes
- Integrated Graphics ProcessorIntel UHD Graphics 630
- Generation9th Gen
General
- Product NameCore i9-9900K 9th Generation 8-Core - 16-Thread - 3.6 GHz (5.0 GHz Turbo) Socket LGA 1151 Unlocked Desktop Processor
- BrandIntel
- Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology14 nanometers
- Generation9th Gen
- Thermal Design Power95 watts
- Model NumberBX80684I99900K
- Color CategoryMulti
Performance
- Number of Cores8-core
- Number of Threads16
- Processor Base Frequency3.6 gigahertz
- Processor Turbo Frequency5 gigahertz
- Hard Drive AcceleratorIntel Optane
- Unlocked ProcessorYes
Compatibility
- Processor SocketSocket LGA 1151
Graphics
- Integrated GraphicsYes
- Integrated Graphics ProcessorIntel UHD Graphics 630
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts3 years
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Labor3 years
Other
- UPC735858392426
Customer rating
Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars with 364 reviews
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Quality5 out of 5Value5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5Rating 5 out of 5 stars with 1 review
Great cpu
|Posted .Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.Features
Quality5 out of 5Value5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5After searching for a while benchmarks and YouTube videos, I went from i5 9600k to i9 9900k . Just running stock clocks .. amazing . Some games used to give me some kind of throttle but with this beast . Everything is a breeze. I know some people is going to be , oh way you didn’t go with AMD . I know the new gen from Rayzen are amazing , but is way to expensive to do that jump . I just stick with the big guns from intel , for a couple years .
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Quality5 out of 5Value5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5Rating 5 out of 5 stars with 1 review
blistering fast.
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Quality5 out of 5Value5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5doesn’t even need over clocking but honestly i wanted this CPU for when i needed to ramp a piece of tech up to blistering 5.0 gHz. AMD doesn’t really do it for me....
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Intel - Core i9-9900K
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Quality5 out of 5Value5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5Intel - Core i9-9900K I have to say its Fast and runs cold in my system. I would buy again
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Quality5 out of 5Value3 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5Rating 5 out of 5 stars with 1 review
Packs a punch!
|Posted .Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.Features
Quality5 out of 5Value3 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5Processor is absolutely amazing and handles everything I throw at it.
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Quality3 out of 5Value3 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5Rating 3 out of 5 stars with 1 review
Great cpu, poor shipping
|Posted .Owned for 1 month when reviewed.Features
Quality3 out of 5Value3 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5I love this cpu, but the packaging was totally crushed and broken when I received it. I would absolutely recommend this cpu to anyone with the funds, but definitely do not have it shipped.
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Quality5 out of 5Value5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5Pros mentioned:For games, SpeedRating 5 out of 5 stars with 1 review
Awesome Fast Good for gaming Cpu
|Posted .Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.Features
Quality5 out of 5Value5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5Pros mentioned:For games, SpeedI upgraded my i7-9700k to the i9-9900k got it on sale for 100 off plus used my best buy points for 339,good upgrade for pc games love it both i7 and i9 are great cpu,i9 9900k faster at 5.0hz to 5.1hz is what run mine at but do get a great cooler to,like the kracken x73 keeps it 125°F and under the i9 9900k is a great upgrade for 9th gen cpu gaming.thats if your not upgrading to 10th gen i9 then you need up grade your mother board cause diffrent spec 9th gen 1151 10th gen 1200 pin type.this is a fast cpu love it over my i7.
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Quality5 out of 5Value5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5Pros mentioned:For gamesRating 5 out of 5 stars with 1 review
2020's end game
|Posted .Owned for 3 months when reviewed.Features
Quality5 out of 5Value5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5Pros mentioned:For gamesCPU utilization is well optimized, as this CPU can stream, game, and stay under 75%. In fact, I left a game open once, and had 2 games running simulataneously. Still worked fine; the only reason I knew I had 2 games open was not because of a performance hit, but instead just seeing the other game open. I run this with a Noctua NH-D15 air cooler, as I'm not a big fan of water cooling. Temps are well in line w/ this cooler. If you go w/ this cooler, make sure to get Low Profile RAM. I used 32GB of Corsair Vengeance LPX; non-LP RAM WILL NOT fit! Purchased this RAM from BBY as well!
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I9 vs Girlfriend comparison
|Posted .Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.Features
Quality5 out of 5Value5 out of 5Ease of Use4 out of 5Is it hot? Yes, the I9 and a girlfriend are hot. Does it make you poor? Yes, the I9 and a girlfriend will make me broke. Compatibility? I9 is LGA1151 compatible but a girlfriend is dependent on horoscope. Over clock? I can over clock the i9 but not a girlfriend. Resale value? I9 is good for resale value. Releasing a girlfriend is illegal to sell. Performance? I9 is excellent but a girlfriend can only be tested after marriage. 9/10 would recommend an i9 3/10 would recommend a girlfriend
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What experts are saying
Q: QuestionWill you offer an extended warranty with this product? How long and how much? What will the warranty cover?
Asked by James.
- A:Answer Best Buy doesn't offer warranties on PC components. The 9900K has a 3 year warranty from Intel.
Answered by vaultboy101
Q: QuestionWhat does octa core mean and is the able to do 5Ghz and if so how do I make it get to 5Ghz
Asked by MellowYello.
- A:Answer It means it has 8 separate cores, and if it has the capability to be overclocked. in other terms it means to make the processor compute faster then its normal clocked rate. it is possible, but i would recommend having someone that is knowledgeable to do this for you. cause you could crash and damage the processor
Answered by Bobby
Q: QuestionGrandson into gaming requested this for Christmas, his parents sent the request to us. Grandson is 13 and does not have the knowledge to build a gaming PC himself. Is this item something that can easily be used in an existing gaming system?
Asked by Lila.
- A:Answer This part must be plugged into a compatible mother board. You must first determine what mother board is in the PC he uses to game. If his mother board is compatible you’ll only part way there. Is the power supply compatible? Will the existing cooling solution be big enough? Your best bet is to visit a local computer repair shop that sells computers. Take them the computer and if they’re a reputable shop they’ll help you upgrade the computer. If it’s possible.
Answered by Adme
Q: QuestionI have an ASRock H310CM-HDV motherboard and I think it will support this but I want to be sure. Will it be ok?
Asked by Vina.
- A:Answer Vina, Your ASRock 300-Series Board will support the 9th Gen Intel Core i9 Processor as both are compatible with 1151 Socket. Thank you for choosing Intel
Answered by Intel team
Q: QuestionThis says it will fit an LGA1151 MB. My HP MB is supposed to be a Socket type: LGA1151_CFL, and the HP website compatibility list does not include any i9's. The highest the HP list has is Intel Core i7-9700F 3 GHz. Which one please?
Asked by JVJBassMan.
- A:Answer JVBassMan, Although the socket is LGA 1151 and literature states that the Intel Core i9 will mount, the Max TDP on your HP Motherboard is set at 65W. The Intel Core i9 TDP Rating is 95W. Configs won't allow the max. That is why the max Processor listing on the HP Site states the Intel Core i7-9700F as top Chip. Thank you for choosing Intel
Answered by Intel team
Q: QuestionDo I need to purchase separate thermal paste to install this or does it already have some on it?
Asked by BOHICA.
- A:Answer Hi Bohica, the Intel Core I9-9900K boxed processor does not come with thermal paste and would need to be purchased separately. Best Buy does carry thermal paste and can be found on their website here https://www.bestbuy.com/site/cleaning-equipment-kits/repair-kits-compounds/pcmcat331600050015.c?id=pcmcat331600050015&qp=distilledfeatures_facet%3DCustomers%20Rated%20Highly%20For~Thermal%20paste Thank you for choosing Intel.
Answered by Intel team
Q: Questionwill this work on a acer nitro 5 ???
Asked by MOY.
- A:Answer No It will not work. Most modern low to mid range laptops cpu's are soldered to the motherboard and cannot be upgraded. Sorry but that's the way it is.
Answered by RobertP
Q: QuestionWould this work in an ASRock B365m Pro4 motherboard? Their (ASRock's) website seems to indicate that it would be compatible, but pretty sure it doesn't have the Z370 chipset? (uses B365 instead).
Asked by Jose.
- A:Answer Hi Jose your motherboard ASRock B365m Pro4 is compatible with Intel - Core i9-9900K 9th Generation 8-Core - 16-Thread - 3.6 GHz (5.0 GHz Turbo) Socket LGA 1151 Unlocked Desktop Processor @ BestBuy both used a socket LGA1151.
Answered by Intel team