Intel Core i7-9800X

The Intel Core i7-9800X brings 8 cores and 16 threads. It drops into the LGA2066 socket with a 165W TDP — about 20.6W per core. 12MB of L3 cache helps in cache-sensitive games and workloads. Clocks run from 3.8GHz base to 4.5GHz boost. Match the socket to your motherboard first; cooler TDP rating second.

Expect to pay around $765.00, which lands it among premium options. PlanMyPC's builder flags compatibility problems automatically and tracks the latest processor deals from multiple stores. Intel backs the product through its standard warranty channels; check the listing for region-specific terms. Every published spec is tabulated below, and compatibility against your current part list is checked automatically.