AMD FX-8350

The AMD FX-8350 offers 8 cores and 16 threads. 8MB of L3 cache helps in cache-sensitive games and workloads. Clocks run from 4GHz base to 4GHz boost. It drops into the AM3+ socket with a 125W TDP — about 15.6W per core. Match the socket to your motherboard first; cooler TDP rating second.

Its $248.02 price tag places it squarely in mid-range territory. Drop it into the PlanMyPC builder to check compatibility with the rest of your parts and compare current processor prices across retailers. Warranty coverage follows AMD's standard policy — confirm regional terms on the listing. Scroll down for the complete spec table; the builder's compatibility checker will warn you about any conflicts with components you have already picked.