Intel Xeon E5-2690 V4

The Intel Xeon E5-2690 V4 packs 14 cores and 14 threads. Clocks run from 2.6GHz base to 3.5GHz boost. It drops into the LGA2011-3 socket with a 135W TDP — about 9.6W per core. 16MB of L3 cache helps in cache-sensitive games and workloads. Match the socket to your motherboard first; cooler TDP rating second.

Expect to pay around $152.09, which lands it among mid-range options. PlanMyPC's builder flags compatibility problems automatically and tracks the latest processor deals from multiple stores. Support and warranty service run through Intel, with terms that vary by region. The full specification sheet below breaks out every listed detail, and the compatibility checker flags conflicts with parts already in your build.