Intel Xeon E3-1245 V5

The Intel Xeon E3-1245 V5 packs 4 cores and 8 threads. Clocks span 3.5GHz base to 3.9GHz boost. 16MB of L3 cache helps in cache-sensitive games and workloads. Integrated Intel HD Graphics P530 graphics let it run headless-GPU builds and troubleshooting. It drops into the LGA1151 socket with a 80W TDP — about 20W per core.

Match the socket to your motherboard first; cooler TDP rating second. Expect to pay around $96.99, which lands it among budget options. Use the PlanMyPC system builder to verify it works alongside your other components and to watch live retailer pricing. Warranty coverage follows Intel's standard policy — confirm regional terms on the listing.