Intel Core i9-9960X

The Intel Core i9-9960X packs 16 cores and 16 threads. Clocks span 3.1GHz base to 4.4GHz boost. It drops into the LGA2066 socket with a 165W TDP — about 10.3W per core. 25MB of L3 cache helps in cache-sensitive games and workloads. Match the socket to your motherboard first; cooler TDP rating second.

Expect to pay around $1099.00, which lands it among premium options. 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. The full specification sheet below breaks out every listed detail, and the compatibility checker flags conflicts with parts already in your build.