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Core i5-9600K: Valheim

Name: Intel Core i5-9600K
Brand: Intel

$144.65

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In Valheim, the Core i5-9600K outperforms 53% desktop CPUs. It's currently in stock for $144.65. You should consider the faster Ryzen 5 7600X.

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Intel Core i5-9600K Desktop Processor 6 Cores up to 4.6 GHz Turbo unlocked LGA1151 300 Series 95W, BX80684I59600K

-9% ^$144⁶⁵

Typical price: ~~$159.00~~

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Core i5-9600K in Valheim

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Actual FPS may vary due to overclocking, background apps, RAM speeds (XMP/EXPO), and thermal throttling.

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Core i5-9600K's Specifications

The CPU's core specifications

General
Release Date	Oct 19th, 2018
Current Price	$144.65
Segment	Desktop
Codename	Coffee Lake
Socket	LGA1151
Power Consumption	95W

Performance
HowManyFPS Rank	TOP 238 (Desktop)
Cores / Threads	6 / 6
Base Frequency	3.7 GHz
Turbo Frequency	4.6 GHz
L3 Cache	9 MB

Other Features
Built-in GPU	UHD 630
RAM	2666 MHz (DDR4)
Overclock Support	Overclockable

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Core i5-9600K in Other Games

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