Powerful Processor
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The processor is the brain of your PC, controlling all of its functions. A powerful one allows you to run multiple programs at once, play games smoothly and edit photos quickly. Browse the top-ranked list of powerful processors below along with associated reviews and opinions.
AMD - Ryzen 9 9900X3D 12-Core - 24-Thread 4.4 GHz (5.5 GHz Max Boost) Socket AM5 Unlocked Desktop Processor - Black
Model: 100-100001368WOFSKU: 6621940See all CPUs / ProcessorsYour price for this item is $569.00The comparable value price is $599.00Select pickup
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AMD - Ryzen 5 5500 6-Core - 12 Thread 3.6 GHz (4.2 GHz Max Boost) Socket AM4 Unlocked Desktop Processor - Black
Model: 100-100000457BOXSKU: 6510779Top comment"Good processor...Good processor, I've had it for a month now and it hasn't given me any problems....Excellent value processor!...The value this processor offer is unparallel. 6 cores 12 threads. "
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Designed for socket AM4 motherboards using the powerful Zen 3 architecture, the 7nm 5th generation Ryzen processor offers significantly improved performance compared to its predecessor. With a base clock speed of 3.6 GHz and a max boost clock speed of 4.2 GHz in addition to 16MB of L3 Cache, the Ryzen 5 5500 is built to deliver the power needed to smoothly handle tasks ranging from content creation to immersive gaming experiences. You can boost performance further by overclocking this unlocked processor. Other features include support for PCIe Gen 3 technology and 3200 MHz DDR4 RAM with compatible motherboards. This processor has a 65W TDP (Thermal Design Power) and includes a Wraith Stealth cooling solution. Please note that it does not have an integrated GPU, so a dedicated graphics card is required.Top comment"Good processor...Good processor, I've had it for a month now and it hasn't given me any problems....Excellent value processor!...The value this processor offer is unparallel. 6 cores 12 threads. "
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Designed for socket AM4 motherboards using the powerful Zen 3 architecture, the 7nm 5th generation Ryzen processor offers significantly improved performance compared to its predecessor. With a base clock speed of 3.6 GHz and a max boost clock speed of 4.2 GHz in addition to 16MB of L3 Cache, the Ryzen 5 5500 is built to deliver the power needed to smoothly handle tasks ranging from content creation to immersive gaming experiences. You can boost performance further by overclocking this unlocked processor. Other features include support for PCIe Gen 3 technology and 3200 MHz DDR4 RAM with compatible motherboards. This processor has a 65W TDP (Thermal Design Power) and includes a Wraith Stealth cooling solution. Please note that it does not have an integrated GPU, so a dedicated graphics card is required.See all CPUs / ProcessorsYour price for this item is $97.00The comparable value price is $159.00Select pickup
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AMD - Ryzen 9 7900X 12-Core - 24-Thread 4.7 GHz (5.6 GHz Max Boost) Socket AM5 Unlocked Desktop Processor - Silver
Model: 100-100000589WOFSKU: 6519473Top comment"AMD Processors Rock the Gaming World!...The price was right and it is outperforming the comparable Intel processor....POWERFUL...AMD is the stable of processors, pair with an Nvidia card and you’re looking at some real immersive gaming. 10/10"
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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.Top comment"AMD Processors Rock the Gaming World!...The price was right and it is outperforming the comparable Intel processor....POWERFUL...AMD is the stable of processors, pair with an Nvidia card and you’re looking at some real immersive gaming. 10/10"
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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.See all CPUs / ProcessorsYour price for this item is $374.00The comparable value price is $549.99Select pickup
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AMD - Ryzen 5 5600XT 6-Core - 12-Thread 3.7 GHz (4.7 GHz Max Boost) Socket AM4 Unlocked Desktop Processor - Silver
Model: 100-100001585BOXSKU: 6609303Top comment"Superb value/performance processor...Great processor. Runs Ubuntu or Windows very well....Powerful Performance with Ryzen 5 5600XT...The Ryzen 5 5600XT is an impressive mid-range processor that offers excellent performance for both gaming and productivity tasks. "
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Productivity and Content Creation improvement. Productivity and Content creation parity. Gaming improvementTop comment"Superb value/performance processor...Great processor. Runs Ubuntu or Windows very well....Powerful Performance with Ryzen 5 5600XT...The Ryzen 5 5600XT is an impressive mid-range processor that offers excellent performance for both gaming and productivity tasks. "
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Productivity and Content Creation improvement. Productivity and Content creation parity. Gaming improvementSee all CPUs / ProcessorsYour price for this item is $150.00The comparable value price is $169.00Select pickup
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Intel - Core Ultra 9 285K 24-Cores 24-Threads - 4.6GHz (5.7 GHz Turbo) Socket LGA 1851 Unlocked Desktop Processor - Multi
Model: BX80768285KSKU: 6602200Top comment"The combination of the high-speed memory and the powerful 285K makes a noticeable difference in responsiveness and overall system performance. ...Overall, the Intel Core Ultra 9 285K is one of the fastest and most reliable processors available today. It combines raw power, stability, and next-gen support in one package."
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Intel Core Ultra 9 desktop processor 285K. Featuring PCIe 5.0 & 4.0 support and DDR5 support, unlocked Intel Core Ultra 9 desktop processors (series 2) are optimized for enthusiast gamers and serious creators and help deliver high performance. Compatible with Intel 800 Series Chipset based motherboards. 125W Processor Base Power. Purchase Qualifying Intel Processors and Get Two Games - Purchase qualifying Intel Core Ultra or Intel Core processors and get Sid Meier's Civilization VII and Assassin's Creed Shadows. A voucher containing a redemption code will be emailed to you following the qualifying purchase. Only one voucher is provided per purchase. Must be 18 years or older to be eligible. Residency and geographical restrictions apply. Purchases must be made between January 23, 2025 and March 31, 2025. Offer available while supplies last. Codes must be redeemed by May 15, 2025, or they will expire. Terms and conditions may be found at https://softwareoffer.intel.com/offer/25Q1-01/terms. To redeem your voucher key: 1) Go to https://softwareoffer.intel.com/; 2) Sign-in or create an account; 3) Once your account is verified, log in and enter your redemption key to claim your software.Top comment"The combination of the high-speed memory and the powerful 285K makes a noticeable difference in responsiveness and overall system performance. ...Overall, the Intel Core Ultra 9 285K is one of the fastest and most reliable processors available today. It combines raw power, stability, and next-gen support in one package."
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Intel Core Ultra 9 desktop processor 285K. Featuring PCIe 5.0 & 4.0 support and DDR5 support, unlocked Intel Core Ultra 9 desktop processors (series 2) are optimized for enthusiast gamers and serious creators and help deliver high performance. Compatible with Intel 800 Series Chipset based motherboards. 125W Processor Base Power. Purchase Qualifying Intel Processors and Get Two Games - Purchase qualifying Intel Core Ultra or Intel Core processors and get Sid Meier's Civilization VII and Assassin's Creed Shadows. A voucher containing a redemption code will be emailed to you following the qualifying purchase. Only one voucher is provided per purchase. Must be 18 years or older to be eligible. Residency and geographical restrictions apply. Purchases must be made between January 23, 2025 and March 31, 2025. Offer available while supplies last. Codes must be redeemed by May 15, 2025, or they will expire. Terms and conditions may be found at https://softwareoffer.intel.com/offer/25Q1-01/terms. To redeem your voucher key: 1) Go to https://softwareoffer.intel.com/; 2) Sign-in or create an account; 3) Once your account is verified, log in and enter your redemption key to claim your software.See all CPUs / ProcessorsYour price for this item is $509.99The comparable value price is $619.99Select pickup
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AMD - Ryzen 9 9950X3D 16-Core - 32-Thread 4.3 GHz (5.7 GHz Max Boost) Socket AM5 Unlocked Desktop Processor - Black
Model: 100-100000719WOFSKU: 6621941Top comment"Powerful chip!...Great processor...Great Processor for gaming and productive workloads"
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The ultimate 16-core desktop CPU with 2nd gen AMD 3D V-Cache Technology that can do it all with incredible performance for the most demanding gamers and creators.Top comment"Powerful chip!...Great processor...Great Processor for gaming and productive workloads"
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The ultimate 16-core desktop CPU with 2nd gen AMD 3D V-Cache Technology that can do it all with incredible performance for the most demanding gamers and creators.See all CPUs / ProcessorsYour price for this item is $669.00The comparable value price is $699.00Select pickup
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AMD - Ryzen 7 9800X3D 8-Core - 16-Thread 4.7 GHz (5.2 GHz Max Boost) Socket AM5 Unlocked Desktop Processor - Silver
Model: 100-100001084WOFSKU: 6606318Top comment"Powerful...Best Gaming Processor...One of the Best Gaming processors of early 2025, 10/10 would recommend."
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Boosted by AMD's advanced "Zen 5" architecture and 4nm technology, you'll feel unmatched power in every moment of high-performance gaming. AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D processors are built with exclusive AMD 3D V-cache technology. Designed for the AM5 platform, enabled with the fastest DDR5 memory speeds, and equipped with PCIe 5.0 for incredible bandwidth.Top comment"Powerful...Best Gaming Processor...One of the Best Gaming processors of early 2025, 10/10 would recommend."
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Boosted by AMD's advanced "Zen 5" architecture and 4nm technology, you'll feel unmatched power in every moment of high-performance gaming. AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D processors are built with exclusive AMD 3D V-cache technology. Designed for the AM5 platform, enabled with the fastest DDR5 memory speeds, and equipped with PCIe 5.0 for incredible bandwidth.See all CPUs / ProcessorsYour price for this item is $454.00The comparable value price is $479.00Select pickup
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AMD - Ryzen Threadripper 9970X 32-Core - 64-Thread 4 GHz (5.4 GHz Max Boost) Socket sTR5 Unlocked Desktop Processor - Black
Model: 100-100001594WOFSKU: 6644816See all CPUs / ProcessorsYour price for this item is $2,499.00Sold Out
AMD - Ryzen Threadripper 9960X 24-Core - 48-Thread 4.2 GHz (5.4 GHz Max Boost) Socket sTR5 Unlocked Desktop Processor - Black
Model: 100-100001595WOFSKU: 6644815See all CPUs / ProcessorsYour price for this item is $1,499.00Sold Out
AMD - Ryzen Threadripper 9980X 64-Core - 128-Thread 3.2 GHz (5.4 GHzMax Boost) Socket sTR5 Unlocked Desktop Processor - Black
Model: 100-100001593WOFSKU: 6644817See all CPUs / ProcessorsYour price for this item is $4,999.00Sold Out
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