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Apr 2, 2024 3:15 PM

Combo: Intel Core i7-13700K + MSI Z790-P Pro Motherboard + 32GB G.Skill DDR5-6000

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Micro Center has Computer Build Combo: Intel Core i7-13700K + MSI Z790-P Pro Motherboard + 32GB G.Skill Ripjaws S5 DDR5-6000 Memory on sale for $499.99. Select free store pickup where stock permits.
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Bundle Includes:
  • Intel Core i7-13700K Raptor Lake 3.4GHz Twenty-Core LGA 1700 Boxed Processor (Heatsink Not Included)
  • MSI Z790-P Pro WiFi Intel LGA 1700 ATX Motherboard
  • G.Skill Ripjaws S5 32GB (2x16GB) DDR5-6000 PC5-48000 CL36 Dual Channel Desktop Memory Kit (F5-6000J3636F16GX2-RS5K - Black)

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    • This offer matches our popular front page deal from November 2023 which earned over 65 thumbs up and is also $214.98 lower (30% savings) than the list price of $714.97.
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Micro Center has Computer Build Combo: Intel Core i7-13700K + MSI Z790-P Pro Motherboard + 32GB G.Skill Ripjaws S5 DDR5-6000 Memory on sale for $499.99. Select free store pickup where stock permits.
  • Note: Availability for pickup may vary by location.
Thanks to Community Member Good2BCh13f for finding this deal.

Bundle Includes:
  • Intel Core i7-13700K Raptor Lake 3.4GHz Twenty-Core LGA 1700 Boxed Processor (Heatsink Not Included)
  • MSI Z790-P Pro WiFi Intel LGA 1700 ATX Motherboard
  • G.Skill Ripjaws S5 32GB (2x16GB) DDR5-6000 PC5-48000 CL36 Dual Channel Desktop Memory Kit (F5-6000J3636F16GX2-RS5K - Black)

Editor's Notes

Written by jimmytx | Staff
  • About this Store:
    • All products come with 60 days of Complimentary Tech Support
    • 30 Day Return Policy (details)
  • Additional Information:
    • This offer matches our popular front page deal from November 2023 which earned over 65 thumbs up and is also $214.98 lower (30% savings) than the list price of $714.97.
    • Get 1%-5% cash back on deals like this with a cash back credit card. Compare the available cash back credit cards here.
    • Please see the original post for additional details and/or view the Wiki and forum comments for further helpful discussion if available.

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Apr 8, 2024 1:56 AM
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EfreakApr 8, 2024 1:56 AM
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Quote from AdrienSG View quoted comment :
I got both 12900k bundle and this one 13700k bundle from microcenter in the past 2 weeks.

Here are my thoughts:

1. Asus board is better. I had issues with not recognizing nvme and slow boot time with MSI board. The MSI's default voltage is too high and causing high cpu temp, especially with enhanced turbo on. No issues with asus board although you need to get a nvme heatsink since it's not provided with the board.

2. I undervolted both CPUs. Set offset -0.070 and -0.05 and power limited 125w and 120w pl1/pl2 on 12900k and 13700k respectively. 12900k lost about 12% and 13700k lost about 18% in multi thread but the temperatures are <65 c under benchmark and still about 10% faster than 13600k. Gaming temp is around 50-55 c. Overall 13700k runs slightly hotter but still scores better than 12900k in multi thread.

If you are buying for gaming only, just get the 12900k. It's a lot cheaper and the fps is almost the same between these two CPUs.
I bought the MSI board (elsewhere, not as a bundle). Regarding CPU temperatures, I noticed that it defaults to liquid cooling settings. I switched it to air cooling settings, and it seems to run fine (I also tweaked the fan curve so it starts lower/quieter and goes up slightly faster)
Apr 8, 2024 11:12 AM
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nberardiApr 8, 2024 11:12 AM
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Quote from pmb9484 View quoted comment :
What are people's thoughts on this bundle compared to the $400 i9 12900k bundle? Seems like this one has slightly better mobo and cpu but worth the extra $100?
I went down this rabbit hole recently of trying to figure out the best options for my build. An 13700k and 12900k are basically the same when looking at performance and gaming. It would be rare that you notice any differences.

The MSI motherboard has some nice features, but so does the ASUS and they are about equal and trade off on things that won't matter to most folks. 10 slots for SSD's on MSI compared to ASUS 7. 3 PCI slots compared to 4 on ASUS, but the graphics card will block one on ASUS.

My recommendation and what I did was go with the cheaper option and save $100.
Apr 8, 2024 7:14 PM
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AdrienSGApr 8, 2024 7:14 PM
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Quote from Efreak View quoted comment :
I bought the MSI board (elsewhere, not as a bundle). Regarding CPU temperatures, I noticed that it defaults to liquid cooling settings. I switched it to air cooling settings, and it seems to run fine (I also tweaked the fan curve so it starts lower/quieter and goes up slightly faster)
Air cooling limits the PL2 to 250w so you will get a lower peak temp but voltage is till too high. A quick voltage offset will drop another 10 c
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Apr 10, 2024 11:48 PM
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Zorba1446
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Apr 10, 2024 11:48 PM
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Would this require a heatsink or water cooler if bought for a non-gaming work desktop? (gazillion tabs internet browsing + Office apps multitasking + Zoom)
Apr 22, 2024 5:01 AM
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dstarApr 22, 2024 5:01 AM
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Is anyone running an ESXi environment with this? I seriously need to upgrade from a AMD FX-8120. I'd love to know what your running, amount of RAM etc.. and your opinion running multiple virtual machines. My lab needs an upgrade.
Apr 27, 2024 10:33 PM
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ManImCoolApr 27, 2024 10:33 PM
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Quote from AdrienSG View quoted comment :
I got both 12900k bundle and this one 13700k bundle from microcenter in the past 2 weeks.

Here are my thoughts:

1. Asus board is better. I had issues with not recognizing nvme and slow boot time with MSI board. The MSI's default voltage is too high and causing high cpu temp, especially with enhanced turbo on. No issues with asus board although you need to get a nvme heatsink since it's not provided with the board.

2. I undervolted both CPUs. Set offset -0.070 and -0.05 and power limited 125w and 120w pl1/pl2 on 12900k and 13700k respectively. 12900k lost about 12% and 13700k lost about 18% in multi thread but the temperatures are <65 c under benchmark and still about 10% faster than 13600k. Gaming temp is around 50-55 c. Overall 13700k runs slightly hotter but still scores better than 12900k in multi thread.

If you are buying for gaming only, just get the 12900k. It's a lot cheaper and the fps is almost the same between these two CPUs.
Does anyone have any guidance on the 12900 vs 13700 deal for my planned use case of MSFS2020/2024 on relatively high settings, and some PCVR? Obviously the GPU needs to be a beast but I want to make sure the CPU isn't a bottleneck either.

Will a noctua nh-d15 be enough to cool either of these? Stock ? Overclocked? Yes, my case is big enough and has plenty of ventilation.
Apr 27, 2024 10:44 PM
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scraejtpApr 27, 2024 10:44 PM
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Quote from ManImCool View quoted comment :
Does anyone have any guidance on the 12900 vs 13700 deal for my planned use case of MSFS2020/2024 on relatively high settings, and some PCVR? Obviously the GPU needs to be a beast but I want to make sure the CPU isn't a bottleneck either.

Will a noctua nh-d15 be enough to cool either of these? Stock ? Overclocked? Yes, my case is big enough and has plenty of ventilation.
They are essentially the same CPU, certainly not worth $100 upgrade.

The Noctua NH-D15 should be fine, but would likely not be good enough for overclocking. Depends on your chip and undervoltage capabilities.

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Apr 27, 2024 10:45 PM
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Jaggsta
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Apr 27, 2024 10:45 PM
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i9 12900K bundle is $399 buy it sell the 12900K still sells for $300 and get i7 14700K for $370 at microcenter total will be around same $500 and you will have faster 14th gen

https://www.microcenter.com/produ...ild-bundle
Apr 30, 2024 3:04 PM
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ryujitsuApr 30, 2024 3:04 PM
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this bundle is now 465$
May 1, 2024 2:49 PM
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ManImCoolMay 1, 2024 2:49 PM
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Quote from ryujitsu View quoted comment :
this bundle is now 465$
May 1, 2024 2:50 PM
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ryujitsuMay 1, 2024 2:50 PM
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Quote from ManImCool View quoted comment :
? Still shows $500 for me. https://www.microcenter.com/site/...-save.aspx
It was a flash sale. Price is back to $500 now.

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