Intel Core i9-10900K
Category: CPU / Processor
Manufacturer: Intel
Cores: 10C / 10T
Clock: 3.7 - 5.3 GHz
Socket: LGA1200
TDP: 125W
Price: $439.00 from Amazon

Intel Core i9-10900K
Cores
10C / 10T
Clock
3.7 - 5.3 GHz
Socket
LGA1200
TDP
125W
Best price from Amazon
$439.00
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Overview
The Intel Core i9-10900K brings 10 cores and 10 threads. 20MB of L3 cache helps in cache-sensitive games and workloads. Clocks span 3.7GHz base to 5.3GHz boost. It drops into the LGA1200 socket with a 125W TDP — about 12.5W per core.
Integrated Intel UHD Graphics 630 graphics let it run headless-GPU builds and troubleshooting. Board socket comes first when pairing parts — after that, make sure your cooler's rating covers the chip. Expect to pay around $439.00, which lands it among high-end options. Use the PlanMyPC system builder to verify it works alongside your other components and to watch live retailer pricing.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| TDP | 125 W |
| CPU Cores | 10 |
| Socket | LGA1200 |
| L3 Cache | 20 MB |
| Threads | 10 |
| Base Clock | 3.7 GHz |
| Boost Clock | 5.3 GHz |
| Microarchitecture | Comet Lake |
| Integrated Graphics | Intel UHD Graphics 630 |





