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Processors under $600

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5 processors under $600 from Intel and AMD. Most cost $526 to $599, and half cost less than $539.

AMD

12 Cores, AMD, Ryzen 9

+12 cores for multitasking workloads
+X3D model with extra cache for gaming
+Part of the Ryzen 9 family of high-end processors
$526.00-12%List: $599.00
as of 11/04/2026 12:08 PST - Details
AMDSpec score 8.1

8 Cores, AM5, 120W, AMD

+8 cores and 16 threads for multitasking
+3D V-Cache design listed
+Runs at 4.7 GHz on AM5 socket
−Sold without a cooler
$529.99
as of 11/04/2026 12:07 PST - Details
AMDSpec score 9.1

16 Cores, AM5, AMD, Ryzen 9

+16 cores and 32 threads for heavy parallel workloads
+Unlocked for manual overclocking
+Uses the AM5 socket for current-generation platforms
$539.00
as of 11/04/2026 12:08 PST - Details
AMDSpec score 9.1

16 Cores, AMD, Ryzen 9, Yes

+16 cores and 32 threads for heavy parallel workloads
+Unlocked for manual overclocking
+Includes integrated graphics for basic display output
$589.99-16%List: $699.00
as of 11/04/2026 12:07 PST - Details
AMDSpec score 8.6

12 Cores, AM4, AMD, Ryzen 9

+12 cores and 24 threads for heavy workloads
+Unlocked for manual overclocking
+AM4 socket uses an older platform
−AM4 socket is an older platform
$599.95
as of 11/04/2026 12:07 PST - Details

Compare specs

processorCoresMakerProcessor lineIntegrated graphicsBoost clockSpec scorePrice
12AMDRyzen 9n/a$526.00
as of 11/04/2026 12:08 PST - Details
8AMDRyzen 78.1$529.99
as of 11/04/2026 12:07 PST - Details
16AMDRyzen 99.1$539.00
as of 11/04/2026 12:08 PST - Details
16AMDRyzen 9Yes9.1$589.99
as of 11/04/2026 12:07 PST - Details
12AMDRyzen 98.6$599.95
as of 11/04/2026 12:07 PST - Details

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