Keep the conversation going. I'm enjoying you guys weighing the options between the different available platforms. Let me state a couple factors that are relevant to my possible upgrade.
1. My computer's main use is crunching. In that, I use every available core, thread, and GHz available from the CPU.
2. I'm looking to keep the upgrade below $1100 USD. I plan on doing the upgrade in the next month or two depending on how money goes
3. The computer is set up in my bedroom, so heat generation is definitely a factor.
4. I currently share a house with two friends, so the power bill is split three ways. Electrical usage is a non-factor.
5. I don't have a preference for Intel over AMD. I'm about bang for buck, but am willing to splurge a little for better performance.
6. I originally was set on the 7800X because future upgrade plans involving buying a used 10 core 2-3 years down the road, hence my lack of interest in the 8700k.
So with that said, please continue.