Processors

3 processors from Intel and AMD. Price: $898.

Processors by use

CPU for gaming177 AMD CPU for gaming65 Intel CPU for gaming112

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Intel

18 Cores, LGA1851, 125W, Intel

+18 cores with 6 performance and 12 efficiency cores

+Boost clock up to 5.3 GHz

+Uses the newer LGA1851 socket

−125 W TDP requires capable cooling

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IntelSpec score 7.7

18 Cores, LGA2066, 165W, Intel

+18 cores and 36 threads for heavily multithreaded workloads

+Unlocked for overclocking

+Boost clock of 4.0 to 4.9 GHz

−165W TDP needs robust cooling

−No integrated graphics, so a discrete GPU is required

$898.00

as of 11/03/2026 23:36 PST - Details

IntelSpec score 7.7

18 Cores, 165W, Intel, Core i9

+18 cores and 36 threads for heavy multithreaded workloads

+Overclocking speed listed at 4.60 GHz

+24.75 MB cache

−165 W TDP requires substantial cooling

−14 nm process is older than current Intel desktop chips

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Processors by price

Count of the 3 processors in each price band.

Processors by Cores

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Processors that list a Cores value.

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