Intel Celeron 430

The Intel Celeron 430 packs 1 cores and 2 threads. It drops into the LGA775 socket with a 35W TDP — about 35W per core. Clocks run from 1.8GHz base to 1.8GHz boost. Board socket comes first when pairing parts — after that, make sure your cooler's rating covers the chip.

Expect to pay around $59.95, which lands it among budget options. 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 Intel'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.