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Best Buy customers often prefer the following products when searching for high end cpus.

If you're a gamer or a professional, you know that the CPU is one of the most important parts of your setup. It dictates how fast your games will run, and it controls how smoothly they'll look and play. Browse the top-ranked list of high end CPUs below along with associated reviews and opinions.

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  1. AMD - Ryzen 9 7950X 16-core - 32-Thread 4.5GHz (5.7 GHz Max Boost) Socket AM5 Desktop Processor - Silver - Alt_View_Zoom_11
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    "Very good high-end CPU. Example processing time to comparison from Ryzen 5 3600 vs Ryzen 9 7950x on a 300,00 line spreadsheet with many formulas took about 6 minutes on the Ryzen 5, but now in less than 1 minute on the Ryzen 9. ...I am using a high end air cooler for this one that I had on my 5800x and it keeps the temps down just as good, just be sure to have a midsize case with plenty of air flow. ...Beast of cpu"

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    When you want the best for gaming and creating, the 16-core powerhouse processor that can do it all with the highest single-core and multi-core performance from AMD for the most demanding gamers and creators.
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    "Very good high-end CPU. Example processing time to comparison from Ryzen 5 3600 vs Ryzen 9 7950x on a 300,00 line spreadsheet with many formulas took about 6 minutes on the Ryzen 5, but now in less than 1 minute on the Ryzen 9. ...I am using a high end air cooler for this one that I had on my 5800x and it keeps the temps down just as good, just be sure to have a midsize case with plenty of air flow. ...Beast of cpu"

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    When you want the best for gaming and creating, the 16-core powerhouse processor that can do it all with the highest single-core and multi-core performance from AMD for the most demanding gamers and creators.
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    Your price for this item is $599.99
    The previous price was $699.99
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  2. Intel - Core i7-13700K 13th Gen 16 cores 8 P-cores + 8 E-cores 30M Cache, 3.4 to 5.4 GHz LGA1700 Unlocked Desktop Processor - Front_Zoom
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    "SUPER COOOOOOOL PROCESSOR. GIGACHAD OF PROCESSORS. GRONK...Amazing performing CPU...Definitely recommend this clu for high end builds."

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    13th Gen Intel Core i7-13900K desktop processor. Featuring Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0, and PCIe 5.0 and 4.0 support, DDR5 and DDR4 support, unlocked 13th Gen Intel Core i7 desktop processors are optimized for gamers and productivity and help deliver high performance. Compatible with Intel 700 Series and Intel 600 Series Chipset based motherboards. 125W Processor Base Power.
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    "SUPER COOOOOOOL PROCESSOR. GIGACHAD OF PROCESSORS. GRONK...Amazing performing CPU...Definitely recommend this clu for high end builds."

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    13th Gen Intel Core i7-13900K desktop processor. Featuring Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0, and PCIe 5.0 and 4.0 support, DDR5 and DDR4 support, unlocked 13th Gen Intel Core i7 desktop processors are optimized for gamers and productivity and help deliver high performance. Compatible with Intel 700 Series and Intel 600 Series Chipset based motherboards. 125W Processor Base Power.
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    Your price for this item is $417.99
    The previous price was $489.99
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  3. Intel - Core i9-13900K 13th Gen 24 cores 8 P-cores + 16 E-cores 36M Cache, 3 to 5.8 GHz LGA1700 Unlocked Desktop Processor - Front_Zoom
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    "high end gaming...best gaming cpu. it does run hot so I would not recommend overclocking but it is a beast when paired with a high end gpu for 4k gaming....Blazing Fast CPU...I am averaging around 200 FPS in Warzone 2.0 and higher in multiplayer. This CPU is definitely worth it if you are looking at building a high end gaming PC."

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    13th Gen Intel Core i9-13900K desktop processor. Featuring Intel Adaptive Boost Technology, Intel Thermal Velocity Boost, Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0, and PCIe 5.0 and 4.0 support, DDR5 and DDR4 support, unlocked 13th Gen Intel Core i9 desktop processors are optimized for enthusiast gamers and serious creators and help deliver high performance. Compatible with Intel 700 Series and Intel 600 Series Chipset based motherboards. 125W Processor Base Power.
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    "high end gaming...best gaming cpu. it does run hot so I would not recommend overclocking but it is a beast when paired with a high end gpu for 4k gaming....Blazing Fast CPU...I am averaging around 200 FPS in Warzone 2.0 and higher in multiplayer. This CPU is definitely worth it if you are looking at building a high end gaming PC."

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    13th Gen Intel Core i9-13900K desktop processor. Featuring Intel Adaptive Boost Technology, Intel Thermal Velocity Boost, Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0, and PCIe 5.0 and 4.0 support, DDR5 and DDR4 support, unlocked 13th Gen Intel Core i9 desktop processors are optimized for enthusiast gamers and serious creators and help deliver high performance. Compatible with Intel 700 Series and Intel 600 Series Chipset based motherboards. 125W Processor Base Power.
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    Your price for this item is $579.99
    The previous price was $689.99
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  4. AMD - Ryzen 9 5950X 4th Gen 16-core, 32-threads Unlocked Desktop Processor Without Cooler - Front_Zoom
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    "Excellent processor...Runs 37-45 degrees with water cooler. Runs high end games smoothly....I wanted to upgrade a high end computer I built in March 2020 with a Ryzen 9 3950x that I loved. "

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    One processor that can game as well as it creates. Get the high-speed gaming performance of the world’s best desktop processor. A fast and easy way to expand and accelerate the storage in a desktop PC with an AMD Ryzen processor.
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    "Excellent processor...Runs 37-45 degrees with water cooler. Runs high end games smoothly....I wanted to upgrade a high end computer I built in March 2020 with a Ryzen 9 3950x that I loved. "

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    One processor that can game as well as it creates. Get the high-speed gaming performance of the world’s best desktop processor. A fast and easy way to expand and accelerate the storage in a desktop PC with an AMD Ryzen processor.
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    Your price for this item is $499.00
    The previous price was $799.00
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  5. Intel - Core i9-10900K 10th Generation 10-core - 20-Thread - 3.7 GHz (5.3 GHz Turbo) Socket LGA1200 Unlocked Desktop Processor - Front_Zoom
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    "I purchased the 10900K Prior to the release of Intel's Twelfth gen processors. It is a GREAT High-End Option, However it is ill-advised to be purchasing this CPU brand new since the release of the 12600K/12700K. ...This is a great combination for my purpose - high-end graphics / processing. Not doing any over-clocking now - maybe later."

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    Boost the performance of your desktop computer with this Intel Core i9-10900K processor. The 3.7GHz base speed provides rapid clocking, while 20MB of L3 cache queues commands quickly for swift task execution. This Intel Core i9-10900K processor has 10 cores with 20 threads for seamless multitasking, and AES support allows easy encryption and decryption.
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    "I purchased the 10900K Prior to the release of Intel's Twelfth gen processors. It is a GREAT High-End Option, However it is ill-advised to be purchasing this CPU brand new since the release of the 12600K/12700K. ...This is a great combination for my purpose - high-end graphics / processing. Not doing any over-clocking now - maybe later."

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    Boost the performance of your desktop computer with this Intel Core i9-10900K processor. The 3.7GHz base speed provides rapid clocking, while 20MB of L3 cache queues commands quickly for swift task execution. This Intel Core i9-10900K processor has 10 cores with 20 threads for seamless multitasking, and AES support allows easy encryption and decryption.
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    Your price for this item is $343.99
    The previous price was $519.99
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  6. Intel - Core i9-12900K Desktop Processor 16 (8P+8E) Cores up to 5.2 GHz Unlocked  LGA1700 600 Series Chipset 125W - Front_Zoom
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    "high end gaming/working cpu so far. even the 7900X 7950x are here, the 12900K is still the king...Really good choice for high end pc build happy with it"

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    12th Gen Intel® Core™ i9-12900K unlocked desktop processor. Featuring Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 and PCIe Gen 5.0 & 4.0 support, DDR5 and DDR4 support, unlocked 12th Gen Intel® Core™ desktop processors are optimized for enthusiast gamers and serious creators and help deliver high performance overclocking for an added boost. Thermal solution NOT included in the box. Compatible with 600 series chipset based motherboards. 125W.
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    "high end gaming/working cpu so far. even the 7900X 7950x are here, the 12900K is still the king...Really good choice for high end pc build happy with it"

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    12th Gen Intel® Core™ i9-12900K unlocked desktop processor. Featuring Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 and PCIe Gen 5.0 & 4.0 support, DDR5 and DDR4 support, unlocked 12th Gen Intel® Core™ desktop processors are optimized for enthusiast gamers and serious creators and help deliver high performance overclocking for an added boost. Thermal solution NOT included in the box. Compatible with 600 series chipset based motherboards. 125W.
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    Your price for this item is $427.99
    The previous price was $619.99
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  7. Intel - Core i9-13900KF 13th Gen 24 cores 8 P-cores + 16 E-cores 36M Cache, 3 to 5.8 GHz LGA1700 Unlocked Desktop Processor - Front_Zoom
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    "Excellent, super fast CPU...Super fast solid processor. Was delivered quickly and works like a charm....Excellent CPU...Excellent Processor, very happy with purchase from Best Buy. "

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    13th Gen Intel Core i9-13900KF desktop processor, without processor graphics. Featuring Intel Adaptive Boost Technology, Intel Thermal Velocity Boost, Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0, and PCIe 5.0 and 4.0 support, DDR5 and DDR4 support, unlocked 13th Gen Intel Core i9 desktop processors are optimized for enthusiast gamers and serious creators and help deliver high performance. Discrete graphics required. Thermal solution NOT included in the box. Compatible with Intel 700 Series and Intel 600 Series Chipset based motherboards. 125W Processor Base Power.
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    "Excellent, super fast CPU...Super fast solid processor. Was delivered quickly and works like a charm....Excellent CPU...Excellent Processor, very happy with purchase from Best Buy. "

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    13th Gen Intel Core i9-13900KF desktop processor, without processor graphics. Featuring Intel Adaptive Boost Technology, Intel Thermal Velocity Boost, Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0, and PCIe 5.0 and 4.0 support, DDR5 and DDR4 support, unlocked 13th Gen Intel Core i9 desktop processors are optimized for enthusiast gamers and serious creators and help deliver high performance. Discrete graphics required. Thermal solution NOT included in the box. Compatible with Intel 700 Series and Intel 600 Series Chipset based motherboards. 125W Processor Base Power.
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    Your price for this item is $568.99
    The previous price was $659.99
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  8. AMD - Ryzen 9 7900X 12-core - 24-Thread 4.7 GHz (5.6 GHz Max Boost) Socket AM5 Desktop Processor - Silver - Alt_View_Zoom_11
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    "Absolute monster CPU...Im able to stream at mad settings and game at 1440p max settings with ease, and it seems like this processor doesnt even blink. Its truly amazing how far the technokogy for these processors has come. ...Perfect cpu...Excellent cpu honestly this is a power house of a cpu"

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    The insanely powerful gaming and streaming desktop processor, get the competitive edge with the ultimate enthusiast processor for gamers, for creators, for everyone.
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    "Absolute monster CPU...Im able to stream at mad settings and game at 1440p max settings with ease, and it seems like this processor doesnt even blink. Its truly amazing how far the technokogy for these processors has come. ...Perfect cpu...Excellent cpu honestly this is a power house of a cpu"

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    The insanely powerful gaming and streaming desktop processor, get the competitive edge with the ultimate enthusiast processor for gamers, for creators, for everyone.
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    Your price for this item is $449.99
    The previous price was $549.99
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  9. ASUS - ROG STRIX Z790-E GAMING WIFI (Socket LGA 1700) USB 3.2 Intel Motherboard - Front_Zoom
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    "So many Headers and options easy for building, only gripe was the 3rd and 4th fan headers were right under cpu cooler, so using. big cooler like NH-D15 takes some skinny fingers....I am using the Intel i5 13600K (very fast and a great buy) cpu with 32 gb of Corsair Ventage ram at 5600. Also, ungraded to a Samsung 990 1 tb m.2 SSD along with a Solidigram P41 2 tb m.2 SSD. "

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    The flagship ROG Strix Z790-E Gaming WiFi motherboard is designed with boosted power delivery and optimized cooling to cope with the demands of powerful Intel Core processors
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    "So many Headers and options easy for building, only gripe was the 3rd and 4th fan headers were right under cpu cooler, so using. big cooler like NH-D15 takes some skinny fingers....I am using the Intel i5 13600K (very fast and a great buy) cpu with 32 gb of Corsair Ventage ram at 5600. Also, ungraded to a Samsung 990 1 tb m.2 SSD along with a Solidigram P41 2 tb m.2 SSD. "

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    The flagship ROG Strix Z790-E Gaming WiFi motherboard is designed with boosted power delivery and optimized cooling to cope with the demands of powerful Intel Core processors
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    Your price for this item is $499.99
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  10. Intel - Core i9-11900 11th Generation - 8 Core - 16 Thread - 2.5 to 5.2 GHz - LGA1200 - Locked Desktop Processor - Front_Zoom
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    "Great processor...The cooler which came with the kit is much higher end than with the i5 or i7 kits I’ve purchased in the past...Excellent processor. Worked flawlessly as expected and does not run hot."

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    11th Gen Intel® Core™ i9-11900 desktop processor. Featuring Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 and PCIe Gen 4.0 support. Built for the everyday desktop user; this processor delivers amazing performance for everything from enthusiast gaming and creation to productivity Thermal solution included in the box. Compatible with 500 series & select 400 series chipset based motherboards. Refer to motherboard vendor for compatiblity details. 65W.
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    "Great processor...The cooler which came with the kit is much higher end than with the i5 or i7 kits I’ve purchased in the past...Excellent processor. Worked flawlessly as expected and does not run hot."

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    11th Gen Intel® Core™ i9-11900 desktop processor. Featuring Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 and PCIe Gen 4.0 support. Built for the everyday desktop user; this processor delivers amazing performance for everything from enthusiast gaming and creation to productivity Thermal solution included in the box. Compatible with 500 series & select 400 series chipset based motherboards. Refer to motherboard vendor for compatiblity details. 65W.
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    Your price for this item is $449.99
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