4-Core Processors

4 4-Core processors from Intel and AMD. Prices run $87 to $199.

Intel

4 Cores, Intel, Core i3, Yes

+Integrated graphics included for use without a discrete card

+4 cores for everyday multitasking

+12th Gen Core i3 family

−Only 4 cores limits heavy multithreaded workloads

$163.16

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

IntelSpec score 9.5

4 Cores, Intel, Core i3, Yes

+Integrated graphics included for use without a discrete card

+Boost clock of 4.0 to 4.9 GHz for quick single-threaded tasks

+4 cores and 8 threads for everyday multitasking

−Only 4 cores limits heavy multithreaded workloads

No current price. Check it at the store.

AMD

4 Cores, AM4, AMD, Ryzen 3

+4 cores for everyday computing

+Integrated Radeon graphics included

+Uses AM4 socket

$86.90-5%Was: ~~$91.95~~

as of 11/04/2026 12:07 PST - Details

IntelSpec score 9.5

4 Cores, Intel, Pentium, Yes

+Integrated graphics included for use without a discrete card

+4 cores and 8 threads for light multitasking

+Pentium family processor for basic desktop computing

−Pentium family is an entry-level line for basic tasks

$199.00

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

Compare specs

Cores	Socket	Maker	Processor line	Integrated graphics	Spec score	Price
4		Intel	Core i3	Yes	n/a	$163.16 as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details
4		Intel	Core i3	Yes	9.5	No current price
4	AM4	AMD	Ryzen 3	Yes	n/a	$86.90 as of 11/04/2026 12:07 PST - Details
4		Intel	Pentium	Yes	9.5	$199.00 as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details

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