At launch this processor was listed by Intel as being priced a $339. Can you please explain why the item is marked up to $379.99? $40 extra???

Keep in mind that original list prices do not necessarily go down after release. Video cards are notorious for huge price hikes after the initial reference cards sell out and the demand is well above the supply. I am not sure how often processors have the same thing happen, as my i7 920 from 2010 is more than adequate to this day, but with tech items you should always prepare for supply and demand to have a huge impact on frequent pricing shifts.

Would it be wise to upgrade my current i5 4690K to this?

Performance wise, it wouldn't be worth the price. Both are fast cpu's, and are overclockable with the z97 chipset. Depending on how much ram you have installed, I would go from 8GB to 16GB. If your gaming on a budget, I would look for a GPU upgrade also.

Release on June 25th, now? Amazon keeps changing release dates, 27th, 25th and 20th......

yea i ordered mine on june 16 hoping to get it on the 20th then got email telling me it will arrive at my house on the 27th. Nothing came and was not charged on that day so i called amazon and was told they were sold out. They switched me to circus city now it wont arrive till july 2 so i cancelled my order and picked it up from frys on the 27th

Why does the listing have this statement in it: "Not compatible with Z87 or Intel Motherboards". I did not find this statement on the Intel site. Please explain.

Runs fine in my Dell XPS 8700 with Z87 MB (& A11 BIOS update), though wished it was Z97 for fast PCIe & M.2 SSD's!

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🚀 Power your productivity and play with the Intel Core i7-4790K — where speed meets stability!

COOL STABLE 🧊 - Optimized thermal design keeps your CPU running cool at 35-40°C idle and under 70°C load, ensuring reliable all-day performance.
BLAZING TURBO BOOST ⚡ - Experience peak performance with up to 4.4 GHz clock speed, powering through demanding tasks and gaming with ease.
INTEL RAPID STORAGE TECH 🚀 - Accelerate data access and system responsiveness with Intel’s cutting-edge storage technology for seamless multitasking.
UNLOCKED FOR CUSTOMIZATION 🔓 - Unlocked clock multiplier lets you fine-tune your processor for personalized speed and stability without compromise.
NEXT LEVEL VIDEO CONVERSION 🎥 - Quick Sync Video enables lightning-fast video encoding, perfect for content creators and media pros on the go.

The Intel Core i7-4790K is a high-performance quad-core processor featuring 8MB cache and turbo speeds up to 4.4 GHz. Designed for the LGA1150 socket, it supports Intel Rapid Storage Technology and Quick Sync Video for enhanced multitasking and media processing. Its unlocked multiplier allows for advanced tuning, while efficient thermal management keeps temperatures low under load. Ideal for professionals and gamers seeking a reliable, fast, and customizable CPU that delivers a smooth, zippy computing experience.

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ASIN	B00KPRWAX8
Best Sellers Rank	#107 in Computer CPU Processors
Brand	Intel
CPU Manufacturer	Intel
CPU Model	Core i7
CPU Socket	LGA 1150
CPU Speed	4.1 GHz
Cache Memory Installed Size	8 MB
Customer Reviews	4.7 out of 5 stars 3,220 Reviews
Global Trade Identification Number	00675901296557, 00735858285957, 00735858285964, 05032037065948, 05032037065955, 05032037066181, 07358582859572, 08809481923493
Item Dimensions L x W	4.61"L x 4.41"W
Item Part Number	BX80646I74790K
Item Weight	11.2 ounces
Manufacturer	Intel
Mfr Part Number	BX80646I74790K
Model Number	BX80646I74790K
Platform	Windows
Processor Brand	Intel
Processor Core Count	4
Processor Count	4
Processor Series	Core i7
Processor Socket	LGA 1150
Processor Speed	4.1 GHz
Secondary Cache	8 MB
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Wattage	88.0

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