Intel Xeon E3-1220 V3

The Intel Xeon E3-1220 V3 offers 4 cores and 8 threads. Clocks span 3.1GHz base to 3.5GHz boost. 16MB of L3 cache helps in cache-sensitive games and workloads. It drops into the LGA1150 socket with a 80W TDP — about 20W per core. Match the socket to your motherboard first; cooler TDP rating second.

At $189.95 it sits in the mid-range processor bracket. Drop it into the PlanMyPC builder to check compatibility with the rest of your parts and compare current processor prices across retailers. Warranty coverage follows Intel's standard policy — confirm regional terms on the listing. Scroll down for the complete spec table; the builder's compatibility checker will warn you about any conflicts with components you have already picked.