AMD Phenom II X6 1100T Black

The AMD Phenom II X6 1100T Black packs 6 cores and 12 threads. 6MB of L3 cache helps in cache-sensitive games and workloads. It drops into the AM3 socket with a 125W TDP — about 20.8W per core. Clocks run from 3.3GHz base to 3.3GHz boost. Match the socket to your motherboard first; cooler TDP rating second.

At $198.02 it sits in the mid-range processor bracket. PlanMyPC's builder flags compatibility problems automatically and tracks the latest processor deals from multiple stores. AMD backs the product through its standard warranty channels; check the listing for region-specific terms. Scroll down for the complete spec table; the builder's compatibility checker will warn you about any conflicts with components you have already picked.