Intel Core i5-3570K

The Intel Core i5-3570K offers 4 cores and 8 threads. 6MB of L3 cache helps in cache-sensitive games and workloads. Integrated Intel HD Graphics 4000 graphics let it run headless-GPU builds and troubleshooting. It drops into the LGA1155 socket with a 77W TDP — about 19.3W per core. Clocks span 3.4GHz base to 3.4GHz boost.

Match the socket to your motherboard first; cooler TDP rating second. Its $132.00 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.