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Intel - Core i9-9900K 9th Generation 8-Core - 16-Thread - 3.6 GHz (5.0 GHz Turbo) Socket LGA 1151 Unlocked Desktop Processor

Model: BX80684I99900K
SKU: 6302019
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  • Key Specs
    • Unlocked Processor: true
    • Integrated Graphics: true (Device has a built-in graphics processing unit.)
    • Integrated Graphics Processor: Intel UHD Graphics 630 (This is responsible for displaying image content and decoding/encoding video content in programs and games.)
  • General
    • Product Name: Core i9-9900K 9th Generation 8-Core - 16-Thread - 3.6 GHz (5.0 GHz Turbo) Socket LGA 1151 Unlocked Desktop Processor
    • Brand: Intel
    • Model Number: BX80684I99900K
  • Performance
    • Unlocked Processor: true
    • Hard Drive Accelerator: Intel Optane (A module integrated (or added) into a PC to improve performance speed. By acting as a high-speed cache, an accelerator speeds up access times to the hard drive, which results in faster web browsing, improved gaming experience, and overall more responsiveness.)
  • Graphics
    • Integrated Graphics: true (Device has a built-in graphics processing unit.)
    • Integrated Graphics Processor: Intel UHD Graphics 630 (This is responsible for displaying image content and decoding/encoding video content in programs and games.)
  • Warranty
    • Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts: 3 years
    • Manufacturer's Warranty - Labor: 3 years
  • Other
    • UPC: 735858392426

Complete your computer setup with this Intel Core i9 desktop processor. The hyper-threading technology allows for 16-way multitasking, and eight cores combine with Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 for quick operations. This Intel Core i9 desktop processor supports Optane memory for more efficient loading and increased overall responsiveness with faster access to data.

PC Gaming Buying Guide

  • 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.
Whats Included
  • Core i9-9900K 9th Generation 8-Core - 16-Thread - 3.6 GHz (5.0 GHz Turbo) Socket LGA 1151 Unlocked Desktop Processor

Q: Is this compatible with my Asus Tuf B365M-Gaming motherboard?

A: Hi AsusTufB365MGaming, the Intel Core i9-9900K is compatible with the Asus Tuf B365M-Gaming motherboard. Also your motherboard is compatible with Intel Optane memory which will help your build be more responsive from startups to launching your most frequently used programs, files and more. You can learn more about Intel Optane memory here https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/architecture-and-technology/optane-memory.html Thank you for choosing Intel.

Q: Grandson 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?

A: 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.

Q: Will you offer an extended warranty with this product? How long and how much? What will the warranty cover?

A: Best Buy doesn't offer warranties on PC components. The 9900K has a 3 year warranty from Intel.

Q: I have an ASRock H310CM-HDV motherboard and I think it will support this but I want to be sure. Will it be ok?

A: 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

Q: what does it mean to be unlocked? I know the i9-9900K is supposed to work with my sons computer but I don't know what unlocked vs locked is.

A: Locked = not able to be over-clocked manually Unlocked = able to be over-clocked manually

Q: If replacing a core with this one, would I have to install/buy a new version of windows ?

A: No. No. And no. They only time you have to get a new key for windows (if your not logging into windows with a Microsoft account) is if you swap out motherboards. If you log in with a Microsoft account - the key is associated digitally to your account, so you can replace, reformat, do anything you want - as long as you log in with the same username and password.

Q: will this work on a acer nitro 5 ???

A: 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.

Q: Would 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).

A: 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.