Intel Core i5-7400 (CM8067702867050)

The Intel Core i5-7400 brings 4 cores and 8 threads. It drops into the LGA1151 socket with a 65W TDP — about 16.3W per core. 6MB of L3 cache helps in cache-sensitive games and workloads. Clocks span 3GHz base to 3.5GHz boost. Integrated Intel HD Graphics 630 graphics let it run headless-GPU builds and troubleshooting.

Match the socket to your motherboard first; cooler TDP rating second. Expect to pay around $180.01, which lands it among mid-range options. Use the PlanMyPC system builder to verify it works alongside your other components and to keep a running tally of the cost. Support and warranty service run through Intel, with terms that vary by region.