Intel Core 2 Duo E4500

The Intel Core 2 Duo E4500 offers 2 cores and 4 threads. It drops into the LGA775 socket with a 65W TDP — about 32.5W per core. Clocks run from 2.2GHz base to 2.2GHz boost. Match the socket to your motherboard first; cooler TDP rating second.

Its $129.95 price tag places it squarely in budget 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 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.