I used this CPU for a workstation build, with great multitasking performance, it handles multiple programs very well.
I have overclocked my copy to 4.8GHz using a 240mm AIO CPU Cooler but your mileage may vary.
If you don't do heavy multitasking/use many intensive programs such as video editing, I would recommend this many cores as overkill. Although it gives you the option of upgrading into the broadwell system and future systems if your computer use requires it.