Intel Xeon E5-2650L V4

The Intel Xeon E5-2650L V4 brings 14 cores and 14 threads. 16MB of L3 cache helps in cache-sensitive games and workloads. Clocks span 1.7GHz base to 2.5GHz boost. It drops into the LGA2011-3 socket with a 65W TDP — about 4.6W per core.

Board socket comes first when pairing parts — after that, make sure your cooler's rating covers the chip. Its $229.95 price tag places it squarely in mid-range territory. Use the PlanMyPC system builder to verify it works alongside your other components and to keep a running tally of the cost. Intel backs the product through its standard warranty channels; check the listing for region-specific terms.