Intel Xeon E5-2683 V3

The Intel Xeon E5-2683 V3 offers 14 cores and 14 threads. 16MB of L3 cache helps in cache-sensitive games and workloads. It drops into the LGA2011-3 socket with a 120W TDP — about 8.6W per core. Clocks span 2GHz base to 3GHz boost.

Board socket comes first when pairing parts — after that, make sure your cooler's rating covers the chip. Its $189.95 price tag places it squarely in mid-range territory. Drop it into the PlanMyPC builder to check compatibility with the rest of your parts and compare current processor prices across retailers. Intel backs the product through its standard warranty channels; check the listing for region-specific terms.