Intel Core i7-875K

The Intel Core i7-875K offers 4 cores and 8 threads. 12MB of L3 cache helps in cache-sensitive games and workloads. It drops into the LGA1156 socket with a 95W TDP — about 23.8W per core. Clocks span 2.93GHz base to 2.93GHz boost. Confirm motherboard socket compatibility before anything else, then size the cooler to the TDP.

Its $349.95 price tag places it squarely in high-end territory. Use the PlanMyPC system builder to verify it works alongside your other components and to watch live retailer pricing. Support and warranty service run through Intel, with terms that vary by region. Scroll down for the complete spec table; the builder's compatibility checker will warn you about any conflicts with components you have already picked.