Intel Core i7-10700KF vs. i9-9900K - Multitasking CPU Comparison?

I've been trying to decide between the Intel Core i7-10700KF and Core i9-9900K for my new PC build. Has anyone had experience with these CPUs or can recommend one based on their multitasking capabilities?

I've used both of them, and they're pretty great! The 9900K has a slightly higher base frequency (3.60 GHz), which might be helpful for some tasks, but the 10700KF has a higher single-core max turbo boost frequency (5.10 GHz). That could make a big difference in certain scenarios like gaming or video editing.

Yeah, I've worked with both of them as well. For multitasking, they're pretty similar since they both have 8 cores and 16 threads. But the 10700KF's base frequency is higher at 3.80 GHz, which might help keep things running smoothly when you've got multiple apps open.

I recently read a helpful article comparing these two CPUs, and it said that the 9900K supports DDR4 with a max stock speed of 2666 MHz, while the 10700KF supports 2933 MHz. That could make a difference in performance for memory-intensive tasks.

Thanks for all the input! I'll have to check out the article Intel Core i7-10700KF vs. Intel Core i9-9900K that @staynchik mentioned. I'm leaning towards the i7-10700KF based on its higher turbo frequency and better DDR support, but I'd love to hear any other experiences or advice from anyone else who's used these CPUs.

Another factor to consider is overclocking potential. Both CPUs have excellent support for overclocking, which could help you get even more performance out of your machine if you're comfortable with it.

That's good to know about the overclocking potential. I might give that a try if I decide to go with either CPU. Thanks again for all the helpful information!

Just make sure to use a high-quality cooler if you plan on overclocking, as it can get pretty toasty! And don't forget to monitor your temps while running intensive tasks.

Excellent advice! I'll definitely keep that in mind. Thanks everyone for your insights. Now I just need to decide between those two CPUs...