ASRock Z97 Extreme4 vs Extreme6 - i5-4690k

[JLK03F150]

I've decided to update my gamer & the i5-4690k is a no-brainer IMO. But I'm not sure which mobo to pick. I've read the Asrock E6 is a minimum, but just how bad is the Extreme4? I'm planning some mild overclocking on water cooling, so can the 4 handle it, or should I absolutely go with the 6? Or is there another option?
Thanks

 

[ATMINSIDE]

They use the same power section, so I'm not sure where you heard the Extreme6 is a minimum.

 

[JLK03F150]

Well, I thought I read that here to be honest. So I'm wrong & a Z97 E4 will overclock just as well as an E6? Nice!!!

 

[Mandrake4565]

Unless you're looking to do some extreme overclocking the Asrock Ext 4 will suit your needs just fine.

 

[Dlaw]

The EX6 is more recommended because the price difference is negligible and the EX6 has dual full length M.2 slots and more SATA and USB3 headers. Both are solid boards.

 

[ATMINSIDE]

The Extreme4 is $100 with MIR on today's Newegg sale

 

[Dlaw]

That's a heck of a deal!

 

[JLK03F150]

It's $95 at Microcenter when bundled with a CPU, before MIR. In-store only though. The Extreme6 is $115 in the bundle price.

 

[Mandrake4565]

It's $95 at Microcenter when bundled with a CPU, before MIR. In-store only though. The Extreme6 is $115 in the bundle price.

If the difference in money isn't an issue or there are options on the Extreme 6 you'll use, get the Extreme 6 if it is then just get the Extreme 4. They are both good boards.