Processors under $100

2 processors under $100. Prices run $43 to $85.

Intel

LGA1200, Intel, Core i3, No

+Core i3 family with 4 cores and 8 threads

+3.6 GHz base clock

+Uses the LGA1200 socket

−No integrated graphics, a discrete GPU is required

$85.05

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

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LGA1155, Intel, Core i3

+Intel Core i3 processor for 3rd generation systems

+Uses the LGA1155 socket for a defined motherboard fit

$42.84

as of 11/03/2026 23:10 PST - Details

Compare specs

processor	Socket	Spec score	Price
	LGA1200	n/a	$85.05 as of 11/03/2026 23:36 PST - Details
	LGA1155	n/a	$42.84 as of 11/03/2026 23:10 PST - Details

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