The best Intel processors of 2019

This category presents models with an optimal price / power ratio. Entry-level chips for games in equipping the appropriate video card will allow you to operate modern games, but not at maximum settings. Gathering a list, we focused on customer reviews.

The top 10 Intel processors are launched by the Core i3 7100 model, which attracts a number of advantages over Pentium, including Pentium additional MHz and a promising set of instructions AVX. Despite the presence of only 2 cores, the data is processed in 4 threads, which is argued by support for Hyper-Threading technology. The gadget supports DDR4-2400 MHz. Therefore, the motherboard should be no worse than B250. For obvious reasons, this model looks more promising than the AMD A10 family, but it also costs more. Do not forget that the Intel Kaby Lake cores are much more efficient than Kaveri. However, in the future it will also be easier to upgrade than in the case of AMD.

The previous generation of Intel Kaby Lake chips greatly shook the position of Core i3 as a fixed middle link, shifting models to entry-level game processors. The presentation of the Core i3 8100 was able to slightly change position. This model does not have a complicated frequency calculation scheme with a Turbo Boost rating. Each of the cores runs at stable 3.6 GHz: not a record figure, but it is quite suitable for office tasks, however, as well as for games with medium settings. In addition, the new chip attracts with a lower frame delay time, annoying microfreezes have disappeared, and responsiveness of control has improved.

The best Intel processor in the price / power ratio for 2019 is the Core i5 8400, which is perhaps the most interesting solution from the Coffee Lake family. In contrast to the representatives of the previous generation, it has instead of 4 immediately 6 physical cores. At the same time, trust the numbers (2.8 GHz), since the gadget's performance can be increased to 4 GHz due to the automatic overclocking of Turbo Boost. True, this option is available for only one core. Multi-core mode allows you to reach a maximum of 3.8 GHz. Currently suitable for almost any game with a good graphics card.

In this segment, more expensive chips are presented that support modern games with ultra settings. Naturally, if paired with a powerful graphics card.It is worth adding that such processors will be relevant for a long time, but they cost significantly more than AMD, as they are better optimized.

The rating of game processors from Intel is replenished by the eighth-generation model of the Core i5-8600K, built on the basis of the Coffee Lake architecture. The model is equipped with 6 cores operating in 6 threads with a standard frequency of up to 3.6 GHz. In Turbo Boost mode, you can accelerate to 4.3 GHz. A level 3 cache of 9 megabytes and a dual-channel DDR4 memory controller allow you to enjoy amazing, dynamic video, up to 4K. In addition, the model supports the organization of high-quality video conferencing. Built-in DirectX 12 API will achieve maximum effect in the framework of game processes. Security technologies, including Advanced Encryption Standard Instructions and Intel Secure Key, deserve special attention.

Perhaps one of the most powerful Intel gaming processors is the Intel Core i7-6900K. The representative of the 9th generation of chips, built on the basis of the 14-nm process technology, is equipped with 8 cores that operate in 8 threads. It is worth noting that this chip is equipped with a new generation of integrated graphics core Intel UHD Graphics. Based on user comments and specifications, there are currently no games that this model would not pull. However, there is reason to believe that in the near future it will not appear. The advantages of this model also include support for Ultra HD 4K, OpenCL, built-in DirectX 12 API.

In the segment of good processors for games from INTEL, another model of the 8th generation is noteworthy - Core i7-8700K, the production of which is based on a 14-nm technical process. The gadget has 6 cores with 12 threads and a clock frequency of 3.7 GHz. In automatic overclocking mode, you can increase to 4.7 GHz. The model supports 12 megabytes of cache in the third level. The advantages include the ability to perform two tasks simultaneously, the integrated graphics core Intel UHD Graphics and support for 4K resolution. In addition, the model copes well with video conferencing and computing operations thanks to OpenCL technology.

The most powerful Intel processor for games is the i7 9700K, which offers 8 cores and 8 threads that are perfectly synchronized with a frequency of 3.6 GHz, but can be increased to 4.9 GHz. Despite this performance, the new generation of chips was criticized a little by fans, because, as before, they are based on a 14-nm process technology. Most likely, we will only be able to see the line of 10-nm processes by the end of the year. But one of the advantages of this model is the huge power, which is quite enough for a few more years for games. Currently, maximum comfort with ultra settings is guaranteed!

Finally, we suggest that you familiarize yourself with the category of professional chips for working with graphics in the domestic environment. Recall that this year the company plans to release processors based on the 10-nm process technology. As they appear, we will try to update the categories, but so far the list is as follows.

In the top of powerful Intel processors, the Core i7-7800X based on the LGA 2066 platform cannot be ignored. This chip includes 6 cores operating at a standard frequency of 3.5 GHz. Thanks to Turbo Boost mode, performance can be increased up to 4 GHz for each core. This performance is quite enough for working with any graphic editors and editing complex 4K videos. The advantages of the model also include the presence of a 4-channel memory controller. In addition, an unlocked multiplier is provided. Thus, the model can cope with the most complex tasks.You will surely be able to evaluate the performance of the multitasking mode, as well as when viewing 3D.

Among the professional Intel chips, the Intel Core i9-9900X is attracted by the presence of 10 cores and 20 threads. The most powerful processor has 19 megabytes of cache in the third level. The core frequency is 3.5 GHz, in Turbo mode it can go up to 4.4 GHz. Given the characteristics, it is obvious that the model copes with the most resource-intensive processes and allows you to enjoy maximum comfort when working with multimedia. The manufacturer introduced the most advanced technologies in this model, which provides fast and smooth operation, as well as wide functionality in image processing. With this chip, you can still not deny yourself anything for a long time: from video editing to the operation of demanding games.

The most powerful Intel desktop processor for 2019 is the latest generation Core i9-9900K. The chip is based on 14 nm technology. Includes 8 physical cores with 16 threads and unique Turbo Boost 2.0 technology. With its help, the frequency increases from the base 3.6 to 5 GHz. This performance is enough to work with any application. It interacts with the Soket 1151-v2 motherboard. It is worth adding that the chip supports up to 64 gigabytes of DDR4 RAM, and can work in dual channel mode. The advantages of the model also include the presence of an unlocked multiplier. Buyers recommend immediately taking care of a good cooling system.

We sorted out the classifications, but we understand that not every user has the financial means to buy modern models. Therefore, if you do not know how to choose an Intel processor, proceed from the basic parameters:

1. The number of cores - has the most significant impact on the chip, whether it be a multimedia or game processor. For office tasks, 4 cores are enough, for games you need 6-8 cores, for video editing, preferably 8;
2. Number of threads - Hyper-treading technology allows each core to process 2 information streams at once, which significantly increases its power;
3. Chip frequency - processor efficiency also substantially depends on this parameter. For ordinary tasks, 3 GHz is enough, for games from 3.6 GHz with overclocking capabilities, for video editing and professional purposes up to 5 GHz;
4. Internal processor memory - necessary for quick calculations. The bigger, the better;
5. Automatic overclocking - significantly simplifies the operation of the chip, as it does not require tuning to increase performance.

Thus, if you do not know which Intel processor to buy, you need to build on your own interests and budget. Keep in mind that not every motherboard and graphics card can interact with powerful chips from this manufacturer. Finally, we suggest summarizing:

• professional in price and quality - Intel Core i9-9900K;
• best for games - Core i7 9600K;
• for office tasks - Core i5 8400;
• the most powerful is the Core i9-9900X.

If you have experience in operating the above models, do not forget to give a review for other buyers.