Intel Core i9-9900K

The Intel Core i9-9900K packs 8 cores and 16 threads. Integrated Intel UHD Graphics 630 graphics let it run headless-GPU builds and troubleshooting. 16MB of L3 cache helps in cache-sensitive games and workloads. It drops into the LGA1151 socket with a 95W TDP — about 11.9W per core.

Clocks run from 3.6GHz base to 5GHz boost. Board socket comes first when pairing parts — after that, make sure your cooler's rating covers the chip. Expect to pay around $436.99, which lands it among high-end options. Drop it into the PlanMyPC builder to check compatibility with the rest of your parts and compare current processor prices across retailers.