Intel Core i5-4670K

The Intel Core i5-4670K packs 4 cores and 8 threads. Integrated Intel HD Graphics 4600 graphics let it run headless-GPU builds and troubleshooting. 6MB of L3 cache helps in cache-sensitive games and workloads. It drops into the LGA1150 socket with a 84W TDP — about 21W per core.

Clocks run from 3.4GHz base to 3.4GHz boost. Board socket comes first when pairing parts — after that, make sure your cooler's rating covers the chip. Its $49.00 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.