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65W TDP Processors

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8 65W TDP processors from Intel and AMD. Most cost $150 to $219, and half cost less than $179.

Intel

6 Cores, LGA1700, 65W, Intel

+6 cores with 12 threads for everyday computing and gaming builds
+65 W thermal design power for moderate cooling requirements
+LGA1700 socket for compatible modern motherboards
−No integrated graphics, so a separate graphics card is needed
$149.99-9%Was: $165.65
as of 11/04/2026 16:09 PST - Details
Intel

10 Cores, 65W, Intel, Core Ultra 5

+65 W thermal design power for moderate cooling requirements
+Boost clock up to 4.9 GHz for responsive everyday performance
+Core Ultra 5 family from Intel for desktop builds
−No integrated graphics, so a separate graphics card is needed
$163.31-5%Was: $171.99
as of 11/04/2026 16:09 PST - Details
IntelSpec score 8.1

6 Cores, LGA1200, 65W, Intel

+Six cores and twelve threads for multitasking
+65W TDP for a standard cooling setup
+Uses the LGA1200 socket on the 400 Series platform
−No integrated graphics requires a separate graphics card
$194.35-14%Was: $224.99
as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details
AMD

6 Cores, AM4, 65W, AMD

+Six cores for multitasking and everyday workloads
+AM4 socket for compatibility with AM4 motherboards
+65 W TDP for moderate power draw
−No integrated graphics, so a discrete GPU is required
$104.99-12%Was: $118.90
as of 11/04/2026 12:07 PST - Details
IntelSpec score 7.9

8 Cores, LGA1151, 65W, Intel

+8 cores and 8 threads for multitasking
+Boost clock of 4.0 to 4.9 GHz
+Low 65W thermal design power
−No integrated graphics, needs a separate graphics card
−Not unlocked, so overclocking is not supported
$219.99-11%Was: $247.30
as of 11/04/2026 16:09 PST - Details
Intel

65W, Intel, Core i5, No

+6 cores for everyday computing and gaming builds
+65 W thermal design power for moderate cooling requirements
+Sold as a tray processor for system builders
−No integrated graphics, so a separate graphics card is needed
$200.03
as of 11/04/2026 16:09 PST - Details
IntelSpec score 8.8

10 Cores, LGA1200, 65W, Intel

+10 cores and 20 threads for heavy workloads
+Boost clock of 5.0 to 5.4 GHz
+Low 65W thermal design power
−No integrated graphics, needs a separate graphics card
−Not unlocked, so overclocking is not supported
No price recorded yet.
IntelSpec score 8.4

8 Cores, LGA1200, 65W, Intel

+Eight cores and sixteen threads for multitasking
+Boost clock up to 4.9 GHz
+Low 65W thermal design power
−No integrated graphics, requires a discrete GPU
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Compare specs

processorCoresSocketTDPMakerProcessor lineSpec scorePrice
6LGA170065WIntelCore i5n/a$149.99
as of 11/04/2026 16:09 PST - Details
1065WIntelCore Ultra 5n/a$163.31
as of 11/04/2026 16:09 PST - Details
6LGA120065WIntelCore i58.1$194.35
as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details
6AM465WAMDRyzen 5n/a$104.99
as of 11/04/2026 12:07 PST - Details
8LGA115165WIntelCore i77.9$219.99
as of 11/04/2026 16:09 PST - Details
65WIntelCore i5n/a$200.03
as of 11/04/2026 16:09 PST - Details
10LGA120065WIntelCore i98.8No current price
8LGA120065WIntelCore i78.4No current price

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