Intel Celeron 440

The Intel Celeron 440 brings 1 cores and 2 threads. Clocks span 2GHz base to 2GHz boost. It drops into the LGA775 socket with a 35W TDP — about 35W per core. Board socket comes first when pairing parts — after that, make sure your cooler's rating covers the chip.

At $49.99 it sits in the budget processor bracket. PlanMyPC's builder flags compatibility problems automatically and tracks the latest processor deals from multiple stores. Support and warranty service run through Intel, 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.