As the latest Intel® Core™ i9-9900KS processor released, Intel made great efforts to prove the leadership in the desktop market. This special edition processor is based on the robust Intel® Core™ i9-9900K architecture, halo processor featuring even more performance with extremely limited supply.
 

The table below shows the key features and the main difference between the special edition and the standard one. I9-9900KS optimizes CPU frequency to 5.0 GHz turbo on all cores for the ultimate gaming experience with 8 cores and 16 threads. This SKU also has a higher base frequency of up to 4.0 GHz, but the TDP(thermal design power) could hit the streets with 127W. In this article we will explain why you should pick i9-9900KS and give the suggestion to choose the most suitable motherboard for you.
 
 

The i9-9900KS processor is the best choice for Alpha DIY gamers and enthusiasts who seek the best gaming processor that Intel has to offer with the most frequency possible, as well as the exclusivity of a special edition part with very limited available quantity. Compared to the aggressive AMD Ryzen™ 3000 series processors, the biggest advantage for i9-9900KS is all about the single-core performance and the frequency that gamers really need.
 

In this year, AMD released the amazing Ryzen 3000 series with up to 16 cores and 32 threads that push the multiple-core processors to the limit, but compared with Intel processors, there is still a gap for the single-core performance. Another problem is the CPU frequency. Ryzen 3000 series processors are still difficult to reach to 4.5GHz, which is an obvious difference from the fact that Intel has already moved forward to 5GHz. In depth, the relatively low utilization rate of all multiple cores indicates that the game performance improvement brought by core frequency is more obvious.
 

Gaming with 5GHz frequency at 8 cores is definitely cool! In comparison with the 9900K all-core 4.7GHz, the 9900KS is undoubtedly more powerful. Certainly, users can overclock the standard 9900K or even 9700K to reach the full-core 5GHz frequency, but the high-voltage might damage your CPU or even crash your whole system! That's why users need the i9-9900KS so as to pursue the ultimate gaming performance.

 

It is obvious that the long-term stable all-core 5GHz frequency must not an easy performance to achieve. To unleash the powerful and extreme 127W processor performance, there are essential factors to choose the most appropriate motherboard to guarantee the maximum performance - excellent heat dissipation, powerful power design and great overclocking potential.
 

We strongly recommend below selected motherboards to match your powerful Intel® Core™ i9-9900KS processor. Below is the main reason,

High-end digital PWM with an aggressive VRM power design provides faster and undistorted current delivery to the CPU at pin-point precision, which unleashes and sustains the maximum performance for Intel® Core™ i9-9900KS processor. In terms of the flagship motherboards from MEG series, the MEG Z390 GODLIKE and MEG Z390 ACE even feature dual 8-pin power connectors and IR phase doubler to optimize processor performance. Both are ready to challenge the world record!

 

Core boost places all the key components for premium power delivery into an optimized circuit design zone as a result of a highly efficient power system which is capable of precise current delivery to the processors. Combines the multiple functions in the BIOS and software, MSI Z390 motherboards not only supports multi-core CPUs but also creates the perfect overclocking conditions for your i9-9900KS processor.

 

With more cores' processors, thermal design is more important to make sure that the temperature keeps lower. MSI MPG Z390 GAMING EDGE AC features extended PWM heatsink and enhanced circuit design to ensure i9-9900KS processor to run at full speed.

 

Not only the hardware function, the selected MSI motherboards also employ the dedicated BIOS for Intel® Core™ i9-9900KS processor. Users can download the BIOS in the MSI official website and enjoy the extreme gaming experience without any compromise.

 

The powerful all-core 5GHz with Intel® Core™ i9-9900KS processor is truly amazing. However, the extreme performance and 127W TDP cause more heat and power, which means excellent heat dissipation, powerful power design and great overclocking potential are all necessary for the motherboard.
 

The advantage of below selected MSI Z390 motherboards not only utilize enhanced power design, but also feature the latest thermal solution and functions to cool down the system and maximize i9-9900KS processor performance. We strongly recommend selected motherboards below to match your powerful Intel® Core™ i9-9900KS processor.

Still not satisfy with all core 5GHz? Choose GODLIKE!!! MSI flagship MEG Z390 GODLIKE features overwhelming 18 phases VRM design and heavy heatsink with heat-pipe, providing the perfect condition for extreme overclocking and gaming. As the world record breaker, MEG Z390 GODLIKE reaches the new height once again with i9-9900KS, unbelievable all core 7478 MHz with liquid nitrogen shows the true power of MEG Z390 GODLIKE.
 

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