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frontpageDr.W posted Feb 12, 2026 10:51 AM
frontpageDr.W posted Feb 12, 2026 10:51 AM

AMD Ryzen 5 9600X CPU + MSI MAG Coreliquid A13 240 Black AIO ARGB Liquid Cooler

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Update: This bundle is now priced at $184.99 (discount will automatically apply in cart). If discount does not auto apply, use promo code SSF2958

Newegg has AMD Ryzen 5 9600X Granite Ridge (Zen 5) 6-Core 3.9 GHz Socket AM5 65W Processor (100-100001405WOF) + MSI MAG Coreliquid A13 240 Black AIO ARGB Liquid Cooler w/ Dual 120mm ARGB PWM Fans for $184.99. Shipping is free.

Note: CPU cooler is automatically added to cart when you add the CPU; discount will be shown in cart

Thanks to Community Member Dr.W for sharing this deal.

Features:
  • AMD Ryzen 5 9600X CPU
    • Experience exceptional gaming performance with smooth 100+ FPS in the most popular games.
    • This processor features 6 cores and 12 threads, based on AMD's "Zen 5" architecture.
    • It boasts a 5.4 GHz max boost clock, is unlocked for overclocking, and includes a 38 MB cache.
    • It supports DDR5-5600 memory and is designed for the cutting-edge Socket AM5 platform, with PCIe 5.0 support on select motherboards.
    • Please note that a cooler is not included.
  • MSI MAG Coreliquid A13 240 Black AIO ARGB Liquid Cooler:
    • Minimalist Design: Embracing the philosophy of simplicity, with clean lines that embody the essence of "less is more"
    • Ring Blade Design: Focuses airflow and
    • reduces noise.
    • The fan design uses Rifle bearings, which effectively reduce fan noise and increase operational lifespan.
    • ARGB GEN2: Customize the perfect lighting effects for you through MSI CENTER.
    • EPDM Tubing: Durable and effective in preventing coolant evaporation.
    • Pre-installed Fans: Saves gamers installation time and enhances the assembly experience.
    • Easy installation: Pre-installed Intel Bracket (1700/1851)

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Written by Discombobulated | Staff
  • About this Deal:
    • This matches a recent Frontpage Deal.
    • Offer valid only for February 16, 2026 or while promo offer/discount last
    • Please see original post for additional details and give the WIKI and additional forum comments a read for helpful discussion.
  • About this Product:
    • The AMD Ryzen 5 9600X CPU rating of 4.7 out of 5 overall from over 420 customer reviews.

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Update: This bundle is now priced at $184.99 (discount will automatically apply in cart). If discount does not auto apply, use promo code SSF2958

Newegg has AMD Ryzen 5 9600X Granite Ridge (Zen 5) 6-Core 3.9 GHz Socket AM5 65W Processor (100-100001405WOF) + MSI MAG Coreliquid A13 240 Black AIO ARGB Liquid Cooler w/ Dual 120mm ARGB PWM Fans for $184.99. Shipping is free.

Note: CPU cooler is automatically added to cart when you add the CPU; discount will be shown in cart

Thanks to Community Member Dr.W for sharing this deal.

Features:
  • AMD Ryzen 5 9600X CPU
    • Experience exceptional gaming performance with smooth 100+ FPS in the most popular games.
    • This processor features 6 cores and 12 threads, based on AMD's "Zen 5" architecture.
    • It boasts a 5.4 GHz max boost clock, is unlocked for overclocking, and includes a 38 MB cache.
    • It supports DDR5-5600 memory and is designed for the cutting-edge Socket AM5 platform, with PCIe 5.0 support on select motherboards.
    • Please note that a cooler is not included.
  • MSI MAG Coreliquid A13 240 Black AIO ARGB Liquid Cooler:
    • Minimalist Design: Embracing the philosophy of simplicity, with clean lines that embody the essence of "less is more"
    • Ring Blade Design: Focuses airflow and
    • reduces noise.
    • The fan design uses Rifle bearings, which effectively reduce fan noise and increase operational lifespan.
    • ARGB GEN2: Customize the perfect lighting effects for you through MSI CENTER.
    • EPDM Tubing: Durable and effective in preventing coolant evaporation.
    • Pre-installed Fans: Saves gamers installation time and enhances the assembly experience.
    • Easy installation: Pre-installed Intel Bracket (1700/1851)

Editor's Notes

Written by Discombobulated | Staff
  • About this Deal:
    • This matches a recent Frontpage Deal.
    • Offer valid only for February 16, 2026 or while promo offer/discount last
    • Please see original post for additional details and give the WIKI and additional forum comments a read for helpful discussion.
  • About this Product:
    • The AMD Ryzen 5 9600X CPU rating of 4.7 out of 5 overall from over 420 customer reviews.

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Written by Dr.W

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GrandmasterBBC
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If you need the aio, this is actually a really solid deal.

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Feb 16, 2026 10:37 PM
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BoastfulDirt1475Feb 16, 2026 10:37 PM
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This worth upgrading to AM5 from a 5800X? I have 32GB of Corsair Dominator DDR5 burning a hole in my PC parts bin and I'm looking for an excuse to use it.
Feb 17, 2026 04:19 AM
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AquaLinen207Feb 17, 2026 04:19 AM
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Quote from W00t1387 :
14600k vs 9600x what you guys think?
14600k all day.
#1. The voltage issue did not impact i5's, it was only the i7 and i9's. I had a 13600k for 2 years on a full-time 5.7ghz all-core OC, then I moved it to my wife's PC when I grabbed a 14900k on sale.
**I ran this with a 600w 4090 and it did not bottleneck on a 4k monitor (save 2-3 rare instances in specific games). I could have afforded a 13900k when I bought the i5, but there was no real benefit for gaming at 4k.
#2. The voltage issue has long been resolved: I got a 14900k for $350 directly after Intel released the final voltage fix, and I've been running it without power limits from day 1: not a single problem.
i5, i7, i9 are all the same chip. The i7 has 8 functional P cores, but they cannot hit i9 speeds - worst possible chip to OC. The i5 on the other hand only ended up with 6 functional P cores... but that doesn't mean they won't hit i9 speeds. The 13/14 gen i5 are insane overclockers - they are nerfed down to 5.1ghz to maintain product differentiation, but you can just install the Intel OC software (no bios required) and change the multiplier - no touching the power or voltage necessary, they will rip. Best value gaming chip in years.
Even if the 14600k and 9600x were the exact same price, ran the exact same ram speeds, had the exact same gaming and productivity performance... Intel has QuickSync. You might not be using it now, but if you ever do any transcoding, even if 6 years from now you retire the 14600k to a Jellyfin server - you will be so happy you have the Intel iGPU with QuickSync.
So yea, I recommend the 14600k lol
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Feb 17, 2026 04:24 AM
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AquaLinen207Feb 17, 2026 04:24 AM
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Quote from mystwu :
14600k is better at multi thread workload but Intel's overclock/overvolt really killed quite a bit of them, I'd say after the BIOS downgrade, it's like -10% performance. Make sure you get your 14600K brand new from a legit source, and update the BIOS so your new 14600K won't die in a year. And if you have like 32GB+ left over DDR4 sticks and dont mind of -10% performance when comparing to DDR5, then buy a DDR4 board to go with 14600K will still work. Just FYI, DDR5 prices went up like 5x~10x, we are still in RAMageddon right now. No thanks to Open AI.

9600x if you want to bet on a chance to upgrade to Ryzen 9 10950X3D2 24cores 48 threads in the future.

I am personally using 9600x from the newegg Black Friday 2025 deal. 65W TDP is cool but most of the time CPU can use 105W. 105W is not hot, it's still cool.
What are you talking about with i5's having voltage problems and -10% performance? You just pulled both of those out of thin air. #1 the i5's were not impacted (even ones pushed hard), #2 no raptor lake chip has lost 10%>. Even an i9 in a worst possible case, sustained 400 watt never-happen in real life scenario - there is no 10% performance loss.
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Feb 17, 2026 02:53 PM
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noapparentfunctionFeb 17, 2026 02:53 PM
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i came upon this casually searching for an upgrade to my Ryzen 5 2600.

just pointing out that the code SSF2958 appears to have expired, so my checkout is showing $199 plus tax.
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Feb 17, 2026 04:26 PM
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Feb 17, 2026 04:26 PM
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Been $180 at MC for months. Decent deal if you aren't near one and/or want the cooler. Finding other parts at decent prices (RAM, SSD, GPU)... good luck. https://www.microcenter.com/produ...t-included
Feb 17, 2026 04:30 PM
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FishXFeb 17, 2026 04:30 PM
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Good deal thanks. You can sell the AIO if you don't need it.
Feb 18, 2026 12:52 AM
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slugbugFeb 18, 2026 12:52 AM
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Ryzen 5 9600x___ 30,040 cpu marks

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Feb 20, 2026 03:44 AM
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barrera_jFeb 20, 2026 03:44 AM
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Quote from W00t1387 :
14600k vs 9600x what you guys think?
don't get last gen intel... with their microcode degradation you can't ever be sure if whenever you want to upgrade on a used part
Feb 21, 2026 03:46 AM
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Frank_NittyFeb 21, 2026 03:46 AM
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The 7900X that went on sale for $240 a week and a half ago via woot could be considered a better deal...

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