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Processors

235 processors from Intel and AMD. Most cost $99 to $629, and half cost less than $258.

Processors by use

Each use has a written rule on its page, built from listed specs. A processor can match several uses.

Recommended processors

IntelSpec score 7.2

4 Cores, LGA1200, 65W, Intel

+Boost clock of 4.0 to 4.9 GHz for quick single-threaded tasks
+4 cores and 8 threads for everyday multitasking
+Uses the LGA1200 socket
−Only 4 cores limits heavy multithreaded workloads
−Core i3 family is a lower tier than Core i5 and above
$120.00
as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details
IntelSpec score 7.2

4 Cores, Intel, Core i3, No

+Four performance cores for everyday desktop tasks
+Eight threads through simultaneous multithreading
+Reaches up to 4.7 GHz in the Core i3 family
−No integrated graphics requires a separate graphics card
$104.00
as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details
IntelSpec score 7.2

4 Cores, LGA1700, Intel, Core i3

+Boost clock up to 4.9 GHz
+Socket LGA1700 for 14th generation platforms
+8 threads from 4 cores
−No integrated graphics, needs a separate graphics card
$104.00
as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details
IntelSpec score 7.2

6 Cores, LGA1200, 125W, Intel

+Six cores and twelve threads for multitasking
+Base clock listed at 4.10 GHz
+Uses the LGA1200 socket
−125W TDP needs a more robust cooling solution
$189.00
as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details
IntelSpec score 7.2

6 Cores, LGA1151, 95W, Intel

+6 cores for everyday desktop computing
+Boost clock of 4.0 to 4.9 GHz
+Unlocked for manual overclocking
−No integrated graphics, so a discrete graphics card is required
$240.70
as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details
AMDSpec score 7.2

6 Cores, AM4, 105W, AMD

+Six cores and twelve threads for multitasking
+Includes 3D V-Cache technology
+Boost clock up to 4.9 GHz
−Heatsink not included with the boxed processor
$219.99
as of 11/04/2026 00:11 PST - Details
IntelSpec score 7.1

2 Cores, LGA1200, 58W, Intel

+2 cores with 4 threads for basic desktop tasks
+4.0 GHz clock speed for responsive light computing
+58 W thermal design power for moderate cooling requirements
−Only 2 cores limits performance in heavily threaded workloads
$109.99
as of 11/04/2026 16:09 PST - Details
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LGA775

+Runs at 2.66GHz clock speed
+Quad-core design for multitasking
+Fits LGA 775 motherboards
−Uses the older LGA 775 socket, limiting motherboard options
$66.58
as of 11/04/2026 11:10 PST - Details
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LGA775

+Runs at 3.0GHz clock speed
+Lists 12MB cache and 1333MHz bus speed
+Uses LGA 775 socket
−Older LGA 775 socket limits upgrade options
$257.99
as of 11/04/2026 11:10 PST - Details
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LGA1151, 91W

+Quad-core, quad-thread design at 3.8GHz
+Rated at 91W thermal design power
+Uses the LGA1151 socket for compatible motherboards
−91W thermal design power needs adequate case cooling
$189.00
as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details
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4 Cores, LGA1151, 65W

+Quad-core design at 3.4GHz for multitasking
+Rated at 65W thermal design power for lower heat output
+Uses the LGA1151 socket for compatible motherboards
−Quad-core design has fewer cores than six-core and higher processors
$241.47
as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details
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LGA1151, 65W

+Six cores and twelve threads for multitasking
+3.7GHz base clock speed
+Low 65W thermal design power for modest cooling needs
−Requires an LGA1151 motherboard
$408.42
as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details
Intel

LGA1700, Intel, Core i5, No

+LGA1700 socket for compatible Intel motherboards
+Core i5 family for mainstream desktop performance
+No integrated graphics, so a separate graphics card is required
−No integrated graphics means a discrete graphics card is needed
$161.10
as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details
Intel

LGA1151, Intel, Core i5, No

+6 cores and 6 threads for everyday desktop tasks
+Boost clock of 4.0 to 4.9 GHz
+65W TDP for a moderate power envelope
−No integrated graphics means a discrete graphics card is needed
$194.03
as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details
Intel

LGA1200, 125W, Intel, Core i7

+Integrated graphics included
+3.8 GHz base clock speed
+Socket LGA 1200 compatibility
−High 125W thermal design power needs robust cooling
$438.97
as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details
Intel

8 Cores, LGA1200, 125W, Intel

+Eight cores with boost up to 5.4 GHz
+Unlocked for manual overclocking
+Integrated graphics included
−High 125W thermal design power needs robust cooling
$439.99
as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details
Intel

8 Cores, LGA1200, 125W, Intel

+8 cores for demanding multithreaded workloads
+Boost clock of 5.0 to 5.4 GHz
+Unlocked for manual overclocking
−125W TDP requires more cooling and power than lower-TDP chips
−No integrated graphics means a discrete graphics card is needed
$379.99
as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details
Intel

LGA1200, 125W, Intel, Core i9

+20 threads for heavy multitasking
+Boost clock of 5.0 to 5.4 GHz
+Unlocked for overclocking
−125W thermal design power needs robust cooling
$378.02
as of 11/04/2026 16:09 PST - Details
Intel

10 Cores, LGA2066, 165W, Intel

+10 cores for heavy multithreaded workloads
+Boost clock of 4.0 to 4.9 GHz
+Unlocked for overclocking
−165W thermal design power needs strong cooling
−No integrated graphics, needs a separate graphics card
$473.26
as of 11/04/2026 16:09 PST - Details
Intel

8 Cores, LGA1200, 125W, Intel

+Boost clock of 5.0 to 5.4 GHz
+Unlocked for overclocking
+Integrated graphics included
−Only 8 cores for multithreaded work
−Requires an LGA1200 socket motherboard
$499.00
as of 11/04/2026 16:09 PST - Details
Intel

8 Cores, LGA1200, 125W, Intel

+Boost clock of 5.0 to 5.4 GHz
+Unlocked for overclocking
+125W TDP is moderate for a high-end chip
−No integrated graphics, so a discrete GPU is required
−Only 8 cores for multithreaded work
$399.00
as of 11/04/2026 16:09 PST - Details
Intel

LGA1700, 125W, Intel, Core i9

+Boxed retail packaging
+125W TDP is moderate for a high-end chip
+LGA1700 socket for current Intel platforms
−Base clock of 3.40 GHz is listed without a boost range
$469.99
as of 11/04/2026 16:09 PST - Details
Intel

8 Cores, LGA1151, 127W, Intel

+8 cores for multithreaded work
+Unlocked for manual overclocking
+All-core turbo up to 5.0 GHz
−Uses the older LGA1151 socket
$1,956.52
as of 11/04/2026 16:09 PST - Details
Intel

LGA1200, Intel, Core i3, No

+Core i3 family with 4 cores and 8 threads
+3.6 GHz base clock
+Uses the LGA1200 socket
−No integrated graphics, a discrete GPU is required
$92.99
as of 11/04/2026 16:09 PST - Details
Intel

65W, Intel, Core i5, No

+6 cores for everyday computing and gaming builds
+65 W thermal design power for moderate cooling requirements
+Sold as a tray processor for system builders
−No integrated graphics, so a separate graphics card is needed
$200.03
as of 11/04/2026 16:09 PST - Details
IntelSpec score 7.8

24 Cores, Intel, Core i9, Yes

+24 cores with 8 performance and 16 efficiency cores
+32 threads for multithreaded workloads
+Boost clock of 5.5 GHz and up
−Locked multiplier limits overclocking
No price recorded yet.
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
No price recorded yet.
AMDSpec score 7.6

16 Cores, AM4, AMD, Ryzen 9

+16 cores and 32 threads for heavy workloads
+Unlocked for manual overclocking
+AM4 socket uses an older platform
−AM4 socket is an older platform
No price recorded yet.

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