Intel Xeon E5-1620

The Intel Xeon E5-1620 packs 4 cores and 8 threads. 16MB of L3 cache helps in cache-sensitive games and workloads. Clocks span 3.6GHz base to 3.8GHz boost. It drops into the LGA2011 socket with a 130W TDP — about 32.5W per core. Match the socket to your motherboard first; cooler TDP rating second.

Its $18.95 price tag places it squarely in budget territory. 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. The full specification sheet below breaks out every listed detail, and the compatibility checker flags conflicts with parts already in your build.