10 Cores, Intel, Core i5, No
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15 Intel CPU for gaming. Most cost $189 to $443, and half cost less than $345.
Intel desktop processors whose title names a Core i3, i5, i7 or i9 or a Core Ultra line.
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Spec score 8.1
+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 - DetailsProduct details
Intel Core i5-14400F Desktop Processor 10 cores (6 P-cores + 4 E-cores) up to 4.7 GHz
$161.08as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details
View on AmazonSpec score8.1
Pros
+10 cores with 6 performance and 4 efficiency cores
+16 threads for multitasking
+Boost clock between 4.0 and 4.9 GHz
Cons−No integrated graphics, so a graphics card is required
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Spec 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 - DetailsProduct details
Intel Core i5-14400 desktop processor, 10 cores (6 P-cores + 4 E-cores) 4.7 GHz
$196.50as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details
View on AmazonSpec score8.1
Pros
+10 cores with 6 performance and 4 efficiency cores
+Boost clock up to 4.7 GHz
+16 threads for multitasking
+Integrated graphics included
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Spec 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 - DetailsProduct details
Intel BX80684I99900KF Intel Core i9-9900KF Desktop Processor 8 Cores up to 5.0 GHz Turbo Unlocked Without Processor
$409.00as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details
View on AmazonSpec score8.0
Pros
+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
Cons−No integrated graphics, so a discrete graphics card is required
Compared with the 15 processors on this page−8 cores: 53 of the 89 here have more cores
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Spec score 8.0
8 Cores, LGA1200, 125W, Intel
+Eight cores with boost up to 5.1 GHz
+Unlocked for manual overclocking
+Sixteen threads for multitasking
−High 125W thermal design power needs robust cooling
$340.11-8%Was: $369.99
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Intel Core i7-10700K Desktop Processor 8 Cores up to 5.1 GHz Unlocked LGA1200 (Intel 400 Series Chipset) 125W$340.11as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details
View on AmazonSpec score8.0
Pros
+Eight cores with boost up to 5.1 GHz
+Unlocked for manual overclocking
+Sixteen threads for multitasking
Cons−High 125W thermal design power needs robust cooling
Compared with the 15 processors on this page−8 cores: 53 of the 89 here have more cores
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Spec score 8.1
10 Cores, LGA1700, Intel, Core i5
+10 cores and 16 threads for multitasking
+Turbo boost up to 4.6 GHz
+LGA1700 socket for compatible motherboards
−No integrated graphics, so a graphics card is required
$234.59
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Intel Core i5-13400F 2.5GHz (4.6 Turbo) 10 Core LGA 1700 Desktop Processor (Raptor Lake)
$234.59as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details
View on AmazonSpec score8.1
Pros
+10 cores and 16 threads for multitasking
+Turbo boost up to 4.6 GHz
+LGA1700 socket for compatible motherboards
Cons−No integrated graphics, so a graphics card is required
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Spec score 8.0
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
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Intel® Core™ i7-10700F Desktop Processor 8 Cores up to 4.8 GHz Without Processor Graphics LGA1200 (Intel® 400 SeriesNo current price. Check it at the store.View on AmazonSpec score8.0
Pros
+Eight cores and sixteen threads for multitasking
+Boost clock up to 4.9 GHz
+Low 65W thermal design power
Cons−No integrated graphics, requires a discrete GPU
Compared with the 15 processors on this page−8 cores: 53 of the 89 here have more cores
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Spec score 8.0
8 Cores, LGA1151, 65W, Intel
+8 cores and 16 threads for multitasking
+Boost clock of 5.0 to 5.4 GHz for demanding tasks
+65W thermal design power for lower heat output
$322.02
as of 11/04/2026 16:09 PST - DetailsProduct details
Intel Core i9-9900 Desktop Processor 8 Cores up to 5.0GHz LGA1151 300 Series 65W
$322.02as of 11/04/2026 16:09 PST - Details
View on AmazonSpec score8.0
Pros
+8 cores and 16 threads for multitasking
+Boost clock of 5.0 to 5.4 GHz for demanding tasks
+65W thermal design power for lower heat output
+Uses the LGA1151 socket for compatible motherboards
Compared with the 15 processors on this page−8 cores: 53 of the 89 here have more cores
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LGA1200, Intel, Core i7
+Sixteen threads for heavy multitasking
+16MB cache for faster data access
+Socket LGA 1200 compatibility
$349.99
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Intel CORE I7-10700 Processor 2.9GHZ Cache 16MB 8 NUCLEOS 16 Threads 10th Generation LGA 1200 BX8070110700$349.99as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details
View on AmazonPros
+Sixteen threads for heavy multitasking
+16MB cache for faster data access
+Socket LGA 1200 compatibility
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Spec score 8.1
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 - DetailsProduct details
Boxed INTEL I5-13400F 20M Cache, UP to 4.60GHZ
$234.29as of 11/04/2026 13:08 PST - Details
View on AmazonSpec score8.1
Pros
+10 cores and 16 threads for multitasking
+Boost clock up to 4.9 GHz
+20 MB cache
Cons−No integrated graphics, so a separate graphics card is needed
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Spec score 8.0
8 Cores, LGA1151, 95W, Intel
+8 cores with 16 threads for multithreaded work
+Integrated graphics included for use without a discrete GPU
+Boost clock of 5.0 to 5.4 GHz
−Uses the older LGA1151 socket
$419.00
as of 11/04/2026 16:09 PST - DetailsProduct details
Intel Core i9-9900K Desktop Processor 8 Cores up to 5.0 GHz Turbo Unlocked LGA1151 300 Series 95W
$419.00as of 11/04/2026 16:09 PST - Details
View on AmazonSpec score8.0
Pros
+8 cores with 16 threads for multithreaded work
+Integrated graphics included for use without a discrete GPU
+Boost clock of 5.0 to 5.4 GHz
Cons−Uses the older LGA1151 socket
Compared with the 15 processors on this page−8 cores: 53 of the 89 here have more cores
How pros and cons are picked (About: Disclaimer)About this product
Spec score 8.0
8 Cores, LGA1151, 95W, Intel
+8 cores with 16 threads for multithreaded work
+Unlocked for manual overclocking
+Boost clock of 5.0 to 5.4 GHz
−Uses the older LGA1151 socket
$419.00
as of 11/04/2026 16:09 PST - DetailsProduct details
Intel Core i9-9900K Desktop Processor 8 Cores up to 5.0GHz Unlocked LGA1151 300 Series 95W (BX806849900K)
$419.00as of 11/04/2026 16:09 PST - Details
View on AmazonSpec score8.0
Pros
+8 cores with 16 threads for multithreaded work
+Unlocked for manual overclocking
+Boost clock of 5.0 to 5.4 GHz
Cons−Uses the older LGA1151 socket
Compared with the 15 processors on this page−8 cores: 53 of the 89 here have more cores
How pros and cons are picked (About: Disclaimer)About this product
Spec score 8.1
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 - DetailsProduct details
Intel CORE I5-14400 Processor (TURBE UP to 4.7GHZ) 20MB LGA1700 14TH Generation BX8071514400
$188.54as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details
View on AmazonSpec score8.1
Pros
+10 cores and 16 threads for multitasking
+Boost clock between 4.0 and 4.9 GHz
+LGA1700 socket for compatible motherboards
How pros and cons are picked (About: Disclaimer)About this product
Spec score 8.0
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 - DetailsProduct details
Intel Core i7-10700 Desktop Processor 8 Cores up to 4.8 GHz LGA 1200 (Intel 400 Series chipset) 65W, BX8070110700
$379.99as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details
View on AmazonSpec score8.0
Pros
+Eight cores and sixteen threads for multitasking
+Boost clock up to 4.9 GHz
+Low 65W thermal design power
+Built-in graphics included
Compared with the 15 processors on this page−8 cores: 53 of the 89 here have more cores
How pros and cons are picked (About: Disclaimer)About this product
LGA1200, 95W, Intel, Core i7
+16MB cache for faster data access
+Sixteen threads for multitasking
+3.8 GHz base clock speed
$443.43
as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - DetailsProduct details
Intel Core I7-10700K Cache Processor 16MB 3.8GHz LGA 1200
$443.43as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details
View on AmazonPros
+16MB cache for faster data access
+Sixteen threads for multitasking
+3.8 GHz base clock speed
How pros and cons are picked (About: Disclaimer)About this product
LGA1200, 95W, Intel, Core i7
+16MB cache for faster data access
+Boost clock up to 5.1 GHz
+Sixteen threads for multitasking
$741.00
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Intel Core i7-10700K Marvel's Avengers Collector's Edition Packaging Processor, 16MB Cache, 5.1GHz, LGA1200 -$741.00as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details
View on AmazonPros
+16MB cache for faster data access
+Boost clock up to 5.1 GHz
+Sixteen threads for multitasking
+Collector's Edition packaging
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Compare specs
| processor | Cores | Socket | Maker | Processor line | Integrated graphics | Spec score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | Intel | Core i5 | No | 8.1 | $161.08 as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details | ||
| 10 | Intel | Core i5 | Yes | 8.1 | $196.50 as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details | ||
| 8 | LGA1151 | Intel | Core i9 | No | 8.0 | $409.00 as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details | |
| 8 | LGA1200 | Intel | Core i7 | 8.0 | $340.11 as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details | ||
| 10 | LGA1700 | Intel | Core i5 | No | 8.1 | $234.59 as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details | |
| 8 | LGA1200 | Intel | Core i7 | No | 8.0 | No current price | |
| 8 | LGA1151 | Intel | Core i9 | 8.0 | $322.02 as of 11/04/2026 16:09 PST - Details | ||
| LGA1200 | Intel | Core i7 | n/a | $349.99 as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details | |||
| 10 | Intel | Core i5 | No | 8.1 | $234.29 as of 11/04/2026 13:08 PST - Details | ||
| 8 | LGA1151 | Intel | Core i9 | Yes | 8.0 | $419.00 as of 11/04/2026 16:09 PST - Details |








