Question 1

What advantage is this over the Core i7 7700k? This one uses more power, has no graphics capabilities, peaks at the same turbo frequency, same cache size, and it costs more... Uses a different socket and chipset so motherboards will likely cost more, at least initially. What am I missing?

Accepted Answer

This 7740x doesn't have the graphic on chip and added some extra power SMD ceramic's on the chip for better power delivery / consistency so basicly it's the same thing but "enhanced for overclocking". Maybe you'll get 100Mhz - 300Mhz more over the 7700k; that's the word on the street's anywayz. I'd say it's not worth the extra $200 or so for the higher priced motherboard but if your really hardcore overclocker then maybe its worth it to you.

Question 2

is it true that this cpu runs hot?

Accepted Answer

Not that I saw, but I do have water coolinh

Question 3

What Cpu Blocks/coolers are compatible with this new 2066 socket?

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I just got the Noctua NH-D15 and if fit perfectly. The ASUS Prime Deluxe was on it's approved motherboard list and gave plenty of room for the ram. Also: it's an air cooler that beats almost most all AIO's even the best.

Question 4

Didn't the 7700k release just a few months ago? Conf"R"used.

Accepted Answer

Yes, But this is a New Processor LGA 2066 and a New Motherboard with a New Chip Set X299 ,The Couple of months ago you’re talking about was the LGA 1151 For the Z270,Z170 , Etc. Motherboard Chipset which has been out since the 3rd. Quarter of 2015 or Sometime around 09/2015 almost 2 Years.You really should  read the insider Computer News to get an idea when a New Release is Coming.It seems to me that “Now this is just Conjecture” But it seems that a Short While Before a New Release a Last Hurray of the Old LGA,PGA or-and Chipset on and on is Released to Squeeze the last remaining $$$ that can be had before the New Release from the old LGA Pin and Chipset!

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