Intel Core i3-4150

The Intel Core i3-4150 offers 2 cores and 4 threads. 4MB of L3 cache helps in cache-sensitive games and workloads. Clocks run from 3.5GHz base to 3.5GHz boost. Integrated Intel HD Graphics 4400 graphics let it run headless-GPU builds and troubleshooting. It drops into the LGA1150 socket with a 54W TDP — about 27W per core.

Match the socket to your motherboard first; cooler TDP rating second. Expect to pay around $35.00, which lands it among budget options. PlanMyPC's builder flags compatibility problems automatically and tracks the latest processor deals from multiple stores. Intel backs the product through its standard warranty channels; check the listing for region-specific terms.