Intel Core i5-8400T

The Intel Core i5-8400T packs 6 cores and 12 threads. 9MB of L3 cache helps in cache-sensitive games and workloads. Integrated Intel UHD Graphics 630 graphics let it run headless-GPU builds and troubleshooting. Clocks span 1.7GHz base to 3.3GHz boost. It drops into the LGA1151 socket with a 35W TDP — about 5.8W per core.

Confirm motherboard socket compatibility before anything else, then size the cooler to the TDP. Expect to pay around $80.74, which lands it among budget options. Use the PlanMyPC system builder to verify it works alongside your other components and to watch live retailer pricing. Warranty coverage follows Intel's standard policy — confirm regional terms on the listing.