Processors under $150

4 processors under $150 from Intel and AMD. Prices run $83 to $130.

Intel

LGA1150, Intel, Core i7, 4.0 to 4.9 GHz

+8M cache for quick access to frequently used data

+Boost clock of 4.0 to 4.9 GHz for demanding tasks

+Uses the LGA1150 socket for a specific motherboard match

−LGA1150 socket is an older platform with limited upgrade paths

$130.01-7%Was: ~~$140.31~~

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

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4 Cores, LGA1150, 35W

+Four cores for multitasking

+Low 35W thermal design power

+Uses the LGA1150 socket

$118.60

as of 11/03/2026 23:33 PST - Details

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LGA1150

+Uses the LGA1150 socket for a defined motherboard fit

$126.38

as of 11/04/2026 13:11 PST - Details

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LGA1150

+Uses the LGA1150 socket for a defined motherboard fit

$83.43

as of 11/03/2026 23:33 PST - Details

Compare specs

Socket	Maker	Spec score	Price
LGA1150	Intel	n/a	$130.01 as of 11/03/2026 23:36 PST - Details
LGA1150		n/a	$118.60 as of 11/03/2026 23:33 PST - Details
LGA1150		n/a	$126.38 as of 11/04/2026 13:11 PST - Details
LGA1150		n/a	$83.43 as of 11/03/2026 23:33 PST - Details

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