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Jul 12, 2018
Great upgrade from a 5820k
2 of 2 found this helpful First the pros
if you have an x99 Intel platform and lower end CPU like 5820k 6 core CPU.
just slotting in the 8 core 5960x with its 40 PCIe lanes and two extra cores is a no-brainer.
If you find it at $300 to $350 it is defiantly worth the swap to keep the entire platform without tossing everything else out.
fairly good overclocker.
IHS is soldered for lower temps.
Cons
Price for new 5960X is crazy anywhere from $800 to $1000.
if you don't already have X99 platform go with new one.