Intel Core i7-870

The Intel Core i7-870 offers 4 cores and 8 threads. It drops into the LGA1156 socket with a 95W TDP — about 23.8W per core. Clocks run from 2.93GHz base to 2.93GHz boost. 12MB of L3 cache helps in cache-sensitive games and workloads. Match the socket to your motherboard first; cooler TDP rating second.

Its $111.28 price tag places it squarely in budget territory. Use the PlanMyPC system builder to verify it works alongside your other components and to watch live retailer pricing. Intel backs the product through its standard warranty channels; check the listing for region-specific terms. Scroll down for the complete spec table; the builder's compatibility checker will warn you about any conflicts with components you have already picked.