Intel Processors under $300

3 Intel processors under $300. Prices run $200 to $239.

IntelSpec score 8.2

8 Cores, LGA1151, 65W, Intel

+8 cores and 8 threads for multitasking

+Boost clock of 4.0 to 4.9 GHz

+Low 65W thermal design power

−No integrated graphics, needs a separate graphics card

−Not unlocked, so overclocking is not supported

$219.99-11%Was: ~~$247.30~~

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 8.3

6 Cores, LGA1200, 65W, Intel

+Six cores and twelve threads for multitasking

+65W TDP for a standard cooling setup

+Uses the LGA1200 socket on the 400 Series platform

$239.99

as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details

Compare specs

Cores	Socket	TDP	Maker	Processor line	Spec score	Price
8	LGA1151	65W	Intel	Core i7	8.2	$219.99 as of 11/04/2026 16:09 PST - Details
		65W	Intel	Core i5	n/a	$200.03 as of 11/04/2026 16:09 PST - Details
6	LGA1200	65W	Intel	Core i5	8.3	$239.99 as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details

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