is there much of a thermal benefit from this and the k model. I have the NZXT H1 case and wants the best thermals vs performance. I dont overclock so if the temps are much better than the k with minima performance difference i would rather go this route? null

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AndrewS · Accepted Answer

Go with this. A K isn't worth it if you aren't over clocking.

Isaac · Answer

If you don't care about overclocking, there is absolutely no real world difference between this and the K series.

Kyle · Answer

Thermals won't matter if you're not overclocking. I'm using this with an NZXT case as well with the air cooler it comes with, and it runs pretty cool. Thermals on your video card will be a much bigger issue.

Answered by Kyle 5 years ago

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Intel team · Answer

Hi milesk182, if you don't need the overclocking ability and thermals are more important I would recommend the Intel Core I7-10700. It has a lower TDP rating at 65 watts and also comes with the heat sink/ fan combo in the box as well. The K unlocked is 95 watts and does not come with the heat sink /fan combo. You could also look at the Intel - Core i9-10900 which has the same TDP at 65 watts but goes up to 5.2 GHZ with turbo boost and no need to overclock.

Answered by Intel team 5 years ago

“is there much of a thermal benefit from this and the k model. I have the NZXT H1 case and wants the best thermals vs performance. I dont overclock so if the temps are much better than the k with minima performance difference i would rather go this route?”

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