Processors without Integrated Graphics

3 processors without integrated graphics from Intel and AMD. Prices run $93 to $104.

AMDSpec score 7.5

4 Cores, AM4, AMD, Ryzen 3

+Unlocked for manual overclocking

+Includes Wraith Stealth cooler in the box

+Uses the AM4 socket

−No integrated graphics, a discrete GPU is needed

−Only 4 cores

$92.51

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

IntelSpec score 7.5

4 Cores, Intel, Core i3, No

+Four performance cores for everyday desktop tasks

+Eight threads through simultaneous multithreading

+Reaches up to 4.7 GHz in the Core i3 family

−No integrated graphics requires a separate graphics card

$104.00

as of 11/03/2026 23:36 PST - Details

IntelSpec score 7.5

4 Cores, LGA1700, Intel, Core i3

+Boost clock up to 4.9 GHz

+Socket LGA1700 for 14th generation platforms

+8 threads from 4 cores

−No integrated graphics, needs a separate graphics card

$104.00

as of 11/03/2026 23:36 PST - Details

Compare specs

Cores	Socket	Maker	Processor line	Integrated graphics	Spec score	Price
4	AM4	AMD	Ryzen 3	No	7.5	$92.51 as of 11/04/2026 12:07 PST - Details
4		Intel	Core i3	No	7.5	$104.00 as of 11/03/2026 23:36 PST - Details
4	LGA1700	Intel	Core i3	No	7.5	$104.00 as of 11/03/2026 23:36 PST - Details

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