Re: thought [URL] if you are very interested in new XPS model because it has newer alderlake chipset, more cpu cores (12 vs 8), new case design, psu options up to 750/1000w whereas 8940 up to 500w, and you have the funds (sounds like it), then go for it.  Sell 8940 as soon as possible because yesterday’s tech depreciates fast in in the first 2-3 years. If you do not need the higher power psu and you are able to achieve your goals based on the rocket lake platform (8 core, -k cpu), you do not really need the extra cores for your applications, then no great reason to shell out cash now not knowing how much you can defray the cost by selling the 8940, unless you do not really care.                      
8940 i9-11900k vs 8950 i7-12700 actually have the 11700, but still in box arrived today is 11900k so the Bench scores are close to the same. I know the 12700 will be cooler and the 8950 is better. option 1) keep 8940, upgrade to i9-11900k (already have the cooling mods ) sell 11700 option 2) get 8950 12700. put my h80 on it. Sell 8940   thoughts??
XPS 8940 i9-11900k vs XPS 8950 i7-12700