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Intel CPU for Gaming

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112 Intel CPU for gaming. Most cost $135 to $551, and half cost less than $305.

Intel desktop processors whose title names a Core i3, i5, i7 or i9 or a Core Ultra line.

We do not pick by hand: a processor is here because its listed specs pass the checks.

IntelSpec score 9.4

24 Cores, Intel, Core i9, Yes

+24 cores with 32 threads for heavy multitasking
+Integrated graphics included for use without a discrete GPU
+Boost clock of 5.5 GHz and up
$599.99-15%Was: $707.00
as of 11/04/2026 16:09 PST - Details
IntelSpec score 8.1

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
Intel

16 Cores, LGA1700, 125W, Intel

+16 cores with a hybrid P and E core design
+Boost clock of 5.0 to 5.4 GHz
+Unlocked for overclocking
−No integrated graphics, so a discrete GPU is required
−Requires an LGA1700 socket motherboard
$304.99-9%Was: $333.99
as of 11/04/2026 16:09 PST - Details
Intel

6 Cores, LGA1700, 65W, Intel

+6 cores with 12 threads for everyday computing and gaming builds
+65 W thermal design power for moderate cooling requirements
+LGA1700 socket for compatible modern motherboards
−No integrated graphics, so a separate graphics card is needed
$149.99-9%Was: $165.65
as of 11/04/2026 16:09 PST - Details
IntelSpec score 8.7

20 Cores, Intel, Core Ultra 7, Yes

+20 cores with 8 performance and 12 efficiency cores
+Boost clock from 5.0 to 5.4 GHz
+20 threads for parallel workloads
$338.00-9%Was: $371.59
as of 11/04/2026 16:09 PST - Details
Intel

12 Cores, LGA1700, 125W, Intel

+12 cores for multitasking and heavy workloads
+Boosts from 5.0 to 5.4 GHz
+Integrated graphics included
−125 W thermal design power needs solid cooling
$289.71-8%Was: $314.31
as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details
IntelSpec score 8.0

10 Cores, Intel, Core Ultra 5, No

−14 threads: 45 of the 71 here have more threads
$135.00-8%Was: $147.00
as of 11/04/2026 16:09 PST - Details
IntelSpec score 8.1

10 Cores, Intel, Core i5, Yes

+10 cores with 6 performance and 4 efficiency cores
+Boost clock up to 4.7 GHz
+16 threads for multitasking
$196.50-6%Was: $208.39
as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details
IntelSpec score 7.7

6 Cores, Intel, Core i5, Yes

+Six cores and twelve threads
+Integrated graphics included
+Core i5 family processor from Intel
$132.85-6%Was: $141.00
as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details
Intel

16 Cores, LGA1700, 125W, Intel

+16 cores with a hybrid P and E core design
+Boost clock of 5.0 to 5.4 GHz
+Integrated graphics included
−Requires an LGA1700 socket motherboard
$379.00-5%Was: $397.00
as of 11/04/2026 16:09 PST - Details
IntelSpec score 8.2

14 Cores, Intel, Core Ultra 5, 5.0 to 5.4 GHz

+14 cores made of 6 P-cores and 8 E-cores
+Boost clock of 5.0 to 5.4 GHz for demanding tasks
+Intel Core Ultra 5 family for desktop systems
$184.94-5%Was: $194.59
as of 11/04/2026 16:09 PST - Details
IntelSpec score 8.4

14 Cores, Intel, Core i5, No

+14 cores with 6 P-cores and 8 E-cores
+20 threads for heavy multitasking
+Unlocked for manual overclocking
−No integrated graphics means a discrete graphics card is needed
$232.08
as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details
IntelSpec score 8.2

14 Cores, Intel, Core Ultra 5, No

+14 cores with 14 threads for heavy multitasking workloads
+Boost clock up to 5.4 GHz for fast single-core performance
+Core Ultra 5 family from Intel for desktop builds
−No integrated graphics, so a separate graphics card is needed
$199.00
as of 11/04/2026 16:09 PST - Details
IntelSpec score 8.0

8 Cores, LGA1151, 95W, Intel

+8 cores and 16 threads for heavy multithreaded workloads
+Boost clock of 5.0 to 5.4 GHz for fast single-threaded performance
+Uses the LGA1151 socket
−No integrated graphics, so a discrete graphics card is required
$409.00
as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details
IntelSpec score 7.7

6 Cores, LGA1200, 125W, Intel

+6 cores and 12 threads
+Boost clock up to 4.9 GHz
+Unlocked for manual overclocking
−Uses the older LGA1200 socket
$199.00
as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details
IntelSpec score 7.7

8 Cores, LGA1151, 65W, Intel

+8 cores and 8 threads
+Boosts from 4.0 to 4.9 GHz
+Lower 65 W thermal design power
−Older LGA1151 socket limits motherboard options
$388.88
as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details
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
Intel

10 Cores, LGA1700, 125W, Intel

+10 cores with 6 performance and 4 efficiency cores
+Boost clock up to 4.9 GHz
+Integrated graphics included
−Requires a separate graphics card for dedicated gaming
$275.00
as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details
Intel

10 Cores, LGA1700, 125W, Intel

+10 cores with 6 performance and 4 efficiency cores
+Boost clock up to 4.9 GHz
+Unlocked for manual overclocking
−No integrated graphics, so a graphics card is required
$209.00
as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details
Intel

12 Cores, LGA1700, 125W, Intel

+12 cores for multitasking and heavy workloads
+Boosts from 5.0 to 5.4 GHz
+Unlocked for manual overclocking
−No integrated graphics, a discrete GPU is required
−125 W thermal design power needs solid cooling
$264.50
as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details
Intel

24 Cores, LGA1851, 125W, Intel

+24 cores with 8 performance and 16 efficiency cores
+Boost clock up to 5.5 GHz
+Uses the LGA1851 socket
−No integrated graphics, a discrete GPU is required
$311.29
as of 11/04/2026 16:09 PST - Details
IntelSpec score 7.5

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.
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
No current price. Check it at the store.
Intel

20 Cores, Intel, Core Ultra 7, No

+20 cores with 8 performance and 12 efficiency cores
+Boost clock up to 5.5 GHz
+Large core count for heavy multitasking
−No integrated graphics, a discrete GPU is required
No current price. Check it at the store.
Intel

6 Cores, LGA1700, 65W, Intel

+6 cores for multitasking and everyday desktop workloads
+Listed base clock of 3.0GHz
+65W TDP for a moderate power envelope
$391.94
as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details
IntelSpec score 9.4

24 Cores, Intel, Core i9, Yes

+24 cores with 32 threads for heavy multitasking
+Integrated graphics included for use without a discrete GPU
+Boost clock of 5.5 GHz and up
$591.00
as of 11/04/2026 16:09 PST - Details
IntelSpec score 9.4

24 Cores, Intel, Core i9, Yes

+24 cores made of 8 P-cores and 16 E-cores
+32 threads for heavy multitasking workloads
+Includes integrated graphics for display output without a graphics card
$549.99
as of 11/04/2026 16:09 PST - Details
IntelSpec score 9.1

24 Cores, Intel, Core Ultra 9, Yes

+24 cores with 8 performance and 16 efficiency cores
+Boost clock up to 5.7 GHz
+24 threads for parallel workloads
$509.99
as of 11/04/2026 16:09 PST - Details

Compare specs

processorCoresSocketMakerProcessor lineIntegrated graphicsSpec scorePrice
24IntelCore i9Yes9.4$599.99
as of 11/04/2026 16:09 PST - Details
10IntelCore i5No8.1$161.08
as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details
16LGA1700IntelCore i9Non/a$304.99
as of 11/04/2026 16:09 PST - Details
6LGA1700IntelCore i5Non/a$149.99
as of 11/04/2026 16:09 PST - Details
20IntelCore Ultra 7Yes8.7$338.00
as of 11/04/2026 16:09 PST - Details
12LGA1700IntelCore i7Yesn/a$289.71
as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details
10IntelCore Ultra 5No8.0$135.00
as of 11/04/2026 16:09 PST - Details
10IntelCore i5Yes8.1$196.50
as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details
6IntelCore i5Yes7.7$132.85
as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details
16LGA1700IntelCore i9Yesn/a$379.00
as of 11/04/2026 16:09 PST - Details

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