Processors under $200

4 processors under $200 from Intel and AMD. Prices run $158 to $177.

AMDSpec score 8.5

6 Cores, AM5, AMD, Ryzen 5

+Integrated graphics included on the chip

+Six cores and twelve threads for multitasking

+AM5 socket for newer AM5 motherboards

$157.84-25%List: ~~$210.00~~

as of 11/04/2026 21:41 PST - Details

AMDSpec score 8.5

6 Cores, AM5, AMD, Ryzen 5

+6 cores and 12 threads for multitasking

+Uses the AM5 socket platform

+Unlocked for manual overclocking

$177.50-19%List: ~~$220.00~~

as of 11/04/2026 21:41 PST - Details

AMD

6 Cores, AM5, AMD, Ryzen 5

+Six cores for everyday desktop workloads

+Uses the AM5 socket for current motherboards

+Made by AMD in the Ryzen 5 family

−No integrated graphics, so a separate graphics card is needed

$169.00

as of 11/04/2026 21:41 PST - Details

AMDSpec score 8.5

6 Cores, AM5, AMD, Ryzen 5

+6 cores and 12 threads for multitasking

+Uses the AM5 socket platform

+Compatible with the AM5 platform for future upgrades

$163.00

as of 11/04/2026 21:41 PST - Details

Compare specs

Cores	Socket	Maker	Processor line	Spec score	Price
6	AM5	AMD	Ryzen 5	8.5	$157.84 as of 11/04/2026 21:41 PST - Details
6	AM5	AMD	Ryzen 5	8.5	$177.50 as of 11/04/2026 21:41 PST - Details
6	AM5	AMD	Ryzen 5	n/a	$169.00 as of 11/04/2026 21:41 PST - Details
6	AM5	AMD	Ryzen 5	8.5	$163.00 as of 11/04/2026 21:41 PST - Details

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