Intel Core i7-4790K.This is the best-performing CPU available for the LGA 1150 socket, making it the most straightforward upgrade without changing your motherboard.
The i7-4770 is a 4th generation Intel processor, and Windows 11 requires at least 8th generation Intel processors (or AMD Ryzen 2000 series and newer).
Your current Z97 motherboard won't support newer processors - you'll need a new motherboard.
You'll need a compatible motherboard for whichever you choose.
Intel:
- Intel Core i5-13400 or 13600K (13th gen)
- Intel Core i5-12400 or 12600K (12th gen)
- Intel Core i7-13700K (13th gen)
- Intel Core i7-12700K (12th gen)
AMD:
- AMD Ryzen 5 7600X
- AMD Ryzen 5 5600X
- AMD Ryzen 7 7700X
- AMD Ryzen 7 5800X