AMD Ryzen 7 3800X

The AMD Ryzen 7 3800X packs 8 cores and 16 threads. It drops into the AM4 socket with a 105W TDP — about 13.1W per core. Clocks span 3.9GHz base to 4.5GHz boost. 32MB of L3 cache helps in cache-sensitive games and workloads. Confirm motherboard socket compatibility before anything else, then size the cooler to the TDP.

Expect to pay around $349.99, which lands it among high-end options. PlanMyPC's builder flags compatibility problems automatically and tracks the latest processor deals from multiple stores. Support and warranty service run through AMD, with terms that vary by region. Scroll down for the complete spec table; the builder's compatibility checker will warn you about any conflicts with components you have already picked.