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9 processors under $250 from Intel and AMD. Most cost $164 to $246, and half cost less than $197.

AMDSpec score 8.2

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
$164.08-22%List: $210.00
as of 11/04/2026 12:07 PST - Details
IntelSpec score 8.7

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
$197.33-5%Was: $208.39
as of 11/03/2026 23:36 PST - Details
Intel

4 Cores, Intel, Core i3, Yes

+Integrated graphics included for use without a discrete card
+4 cores for everyday multitasking
+12th Gen Core i3 family
−Only 4 cores limits heavy multithreaded workloads
$163.16
as of 11/03/2026 23:36 PST - Details
IntelSpec score 9.3

14 Cores, Intel, Core i5, Yes

+14 cores with 20 threads for multitasking
+Integrated graphics included for use without a discrete card
+Unlocked for manual overclocking
$249.99
as of 11/03/2026 23:36 PST - Details
IntelSpec score 8.6

10 Cores, Intel, Core Ultra 5, Yes

+10 cores with 14 threads for multitasking across demanding apps
+Integrated graphics included for display output without a graphics card
+Boost clock up to 4.9 GHz for responsive everyday performance
$178.55
as of 11/03/2026 23:36 PST - Details
Intel

LGA1700, Intel, Core i5, Yes

+Integrated graphics included
+Boost clock up to 4.9 GHz
+Socket LGA1700 for newer platforms
$184.93
as of 11/03/2026 23:36 PST - Details
IntelSpec score 8.1

8 Cores, LGA1151, 95W, Intel

+8 cores and 8 threads for multitasking
+Boost clock of 4.0 to 4.9 GHz
+Includes integrated graphics
−Higher 95W thermal design power than the F model
−Socket LGA1151 limits upgrades to older boards
$229.00-12%Was: $259.00
as of 11/03/2026 23:36 PST - Details
IntelSpec score 7.8

4 Cores, Intel, Pentium, Yes

+Integrated graphics included for use without a discrete card
+4 cores and 8 threads for light multitasking
+Pentium family processor for basic desktop computing
−Pentium family is an entry-level line for basic tasks
$199.00
as of 11/03/2026 23:36 PST - Details
IntelSpec score 8.2

6 Cores, LGA1151, 95W, Intel

+6 cores with 12 threads for multitasking
+Boost clock of 4.0 to 4.9 GHz
+Integrated graphics included
$246.24
as of 11/03/2026 23:36 PST - Details

Compare specs

processorCoresSocketMakerProcessor lineSpec scorePrice
6AM5AMDRyzen 58.2$164.08
as of 11/04/2026 12:07 PST - Details
10IntelCore i58.7$197.33
as of 11/03/2026 23:36 PST - Details
4IntelCore i3n/a$163.16
as of 11/03/2026 23:36 PST - Details
14IntelCore i59.3$249.99
as of 11/03/2026 23:36 PST - Details
10IntelCore Ultra 58.6$178.55
as of 11/03/2026 23:36 PST - Details
LGA1700IntelCore i5n/a$184.93
as of 11/03/2026 23:36 PST - Details
8LGA1151IntelCore i78.1$229.00
as of 11/03/2026 23:36 PST - Details
4IntelPentium7.8$199.00
as of 11/03/2026 23:36 PST - Details
6LGA1151IntelCore i58.2$246.24
as of 11/03/2026 23:36 PST - Details

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