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Processors: 4.0 to 4.9 GHz

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9 processors: 4.0 to 4.9 GHz from Intel and AMD. Most cost $189 to $487, and half cost less than $234.

IntelSpec score 8.3

10 Cores, Intel, Core i5, No

+10 cores with 6 performance and 4 efficiency cores
+16 threads for multitasking
+Boost clock between 4.0 and 4.9 GHz
−No integrated graphics, so a graphics card is required
$161.08-10%Was: $178.97
as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details
IntelSpec score 9.5

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 11/04/2026 16:09 PST - Details
AMDSpec score 8.7

12 Cores, 180W, AMD, Ryzen Threadripper

+12 cores and 24 threads for heavy multithreaded work
+Boost clock up to 4.9 GHz
+180 W thermal design power requires robust cooling
−180 W thermal design power is high for a processor
$209.99
as of 11/04/2026 12:08 PST - Details
IntelSpec score 8.4

10 Cores, LGA2066, 165W, Intel

+10 cores and 20 threads for heavy multitasking
+Unlocked for manual overclocking
+Uses the LGA2066 socket for X-series platforms
−165W thermal design power needs robust cooling
$487.74
as of 11/04/2026 16:09 PST - Details
IntelSpec score 8.1

8 Cores, LGA1200, 65W, Intel

+Eight cores and sixteen threads for multitasking
+Boost clock up to 4.9 GHz
+Low 65W thermal design power
−No integrated graphics, requires a discrete GPU
No current price. Check it at the store.
IntelSpec score 8.3

10 Cores, LGA1700, Intel, Core i5

+10 cores and 16 threads for multitasking
+Boost clock between 4.0 and 4.9 GHz
+LGA1700 socket for compatible motherboards
$188.54
as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details
AMDSpec score 8.1

8 Cores, AM4, 65W, AMD

+8 cores and 16 threads for multitasking
+Boost clock up to 4.9 GHz
+65W TDP for moderate power draw
No price recorded yet.
IntelSpec score 8.3

10 Cores, Intel, Core i5, No

+10 cores and 16 threads for multitasking
+Boost clock up to 4.9 GHz
+20 MB cache
−No integrated graphics, so a separate graphics card is needed
$234.29
as of 11/04/2026 13:08 PST - Details
IntelSpec score 8.1

8 Cores, LGA1200, 65W, Intel

+Eight cores and sixteen threads for multitasking
+Boost clock up to 4.9 GHz
+Low 65W thermal design power
$379.99
as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details

Compare specs

processorCoresSocketTDPMakerProcessor lineSpec scorePrice
10IntelCore i58.3$161.08
as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details
18LGA2066165WIntelCore i99.5$898.00
as of 11/04/2026 16:09 PST - Details
12180WAMDRyzen Threadripper8.7$209.99
as of 11/04/2026 12:08 PST - Details
10LGA2066165WIntelCore i98.4$487.74
as of 11/04/2026 16:09 PST - Details
8LGA120065WIntelCore i78.1No current price
10LGA1700IntelCore i58.3$188.54
as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details
8AM465WAMDRyzen 78.1No current price
10IntelCore i58.3$234.29
as of 11/04/2026 13:08 PST - Details
8LGA120065WIntelCore i78.1$379.99
as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details

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