Best Generic Cpus in 2026

Features best-in-class graphics performance in a desktop processor for smooth 1080p gaming, no graphics card required

6 Cores and 12 processing threads, bundled with the AMD Wraith Stealth cooler

4.4 GHz Max Boost, unlocked for overclocking, 19 MB cache, DDR4-3200 support

AMD's fastest 8 core processor for mainstream desktop, with 16 procesing threads. OS Support-Windows 10 64-Bit Edition

Can deliver elite 100-plus FPS performance in the world's most popular games

Cooler not included, high-performance cooler recommended

Intel Core i7 3.60 GHz processor offers more cache space and the hyper-threading architecture delivers high performance for demanding applications with better onboard graphics and faster turbo boost

The processor features Socket LGA-1700 socket for installation on the PCB

25 MB of L3 cache to boost the instruction processing and system performance

The processor features Socket LGA-1700 socket for installation on the PCB

30 MB of L3 cache memory provides excellent hit rate in short access time enabling improved system performance

10 nm enables improved performance per watt and micro architecture makes it power-efficient

6 Cores / 12 Threads

Socket type LGA 1200

Up to 4. 3 GHz

Intel Core i7 3.60 GHz processor offers more cache space and the hyper-threading architecture delivers high performance for demanding applications with better onboard graphics and faster turbo boost

The Socket LGA-1700 socket allows processor to be placed on the PCB without soldering

11 MB L2 and 25 MB L3 cache offers supreme performance for computation intensive apps

Intel® Core® i5 Deca-core (10 Core) 3.70 GHz processor offers hyper-threading architecture that delivers high performance for demanding applications with improved onboard graphics and turbo boost

The Socket LGA-1700 socket allows processor to be placed on the PCB without soldering

16 MB of L3 cache rapidly retrieves the most used data available to improve system performance

Can deliver fast 100 plus FPS performance in the world's most popular games, discrete graphics card required

6 Cores and 12 processing threads, bundled with the AMD Wraith Stealth cooler

4.2 GHz Max Boost, unlocked for overclocking, 19 MB cache, DDR4-3200 support

10th Generation Intel Core i3 Processor

4 Cores; 8 Threads

4.30 GHz Max Turbo Frequency, 3.60 GHz Processor Base Frequency

Intel Core i5-12400F Desktop Processor 6 (6P+0E) Cores Up to 4.4 GHz Turbo Frequency LGA1700 600 Series Chipset 65W Processor Base Power

Intel Core i3-12100F Desktop Processor 4 (4P-0E) Cores Up to 4.3 GHz Turbo Frequency LGA1700 600 Series Chipset 58W Processor Base Power

OEM

Intel EU80569PJ073N, AT80569PJ073N

Intel Core 2 Quad Processor Q9550 2.83GHz 1333MHz 12MB LGA 775 CPU, OEM

CPU Only, No Fan or Heatsink Included. Retail Packaging not Included.

Please verify this will work in your motherboard before purchase. If you are not sure just ask.

Processor Base Frequency: 3.20 GHz (3.6GHz Turbo)

This Certified Refurbished product is tested and certified to look and work like new. The refurbishing process includes functionality testing, basic cleaning, inspection, and repackaging. The product ships with all relevant accessories, a minimum 90-day warranty, and may arrive in a generic box. Only select sellers who maintain a high performance bar may offer Certified Refurbished products on Amazon.com

All Core i5 processors have Intel Turbo Boost Technology

6 MB Intel Smart Cache is dynamically shared to each processor core, based on workload

CPU Only - Fans, heatsink or thermal paste not included. Product will come in generic box.

4 Cores / 8 Threads

3.60 GHz up to 4.20 GHz Max Turbo Frequency / 8 MB Cache. Sockets Supported: FCLGA1151, Max Memory Size: 64 GB, Memory Types: DDR4-2133/2400, DDR3L-1333/1600 at 1.35V

This Certified Refurbished product is tested and certified to look and work like new. The refurbishing process includes functionality testing, basic cleaning, inspection, and repackaging. The product ships with all relevant accessories, a minimum 90-day warranty, and may arrive in a generic box. Only select sellers who maintain a high performance bar may offer Certified Refurbished products on Amazon.com

Intel Xeon E5-2650 v2 Eight-Core Processor 2.6GHz 8.0GT/s 20MB LGA 2011 CPU, Retail

Model: Intel Xeon Processor E5-2650 v2

This Certified Refurbished product is tested and certified to look and work like new. The refurbishing process includes functionality testing, basic cleaning, inspection, and repackaging. The product ships with all relevant accessories, a minimum 90-day warranty, and may arrive in a generic box. Only select sellers who maintain a high performance bar may offer Certified Refurbished products on Amazon.com

Model: Intel Xeon Processor E5-2630 v3

Core Name: Haswell

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Offers premium quality at outstanding saving

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More for the money with this high quality Product

Offers premium quality at outstanding saving

Excellent product

This Certified Refurbished product is tested and certified to look and work like new. The refurbishing process includes functionality testing, basic cleaning, inspection, and repackaging. The product ships with all relevant accessories, a minimum 90-day warranty, and may arrive in a generic box. Only select sellers who maintain a high performance bar may offer Certified Refurbished products on Amazon.com

Clock Speed:2.3 GHz

Model:Intel Xeon Processor E5-2650 v3

This Certified Refurbished product is tested and certified to look and work like new. The refurbishing process includes functionality testing, basic cleaning, inspection, and repackaging. The product ships with all relevant accessories, a minimum 90-day warranty, and may arrive in a generic box. Only select sellers who maintain a high performance bar may offer Certified Refurbished products on Amazon.com

INTEL CM8064401807100 Xeon E5-2697 v3 Fourteen-Core Haswell Processor 2.6GHz 9.6GT/s 35MB LGA 2011-v3 CPU, OEM OEM

This Certified Refurbished product is tested and certified to look and work like new. The refurbishing process includes functionality testing, basic cleaning, inspection, and repackaging. The product ships with all relevant accessories, a minimum 90-day warranty, and may arrive in a generic box. Only select sellers who maintain a high performance bar may offer Certified Refurbished products on Amazon.com

It is lga 1151

Unlocked processor. Ddr4 & ddr3l support

This Certified Refurbished product is tested and certified to look and work like new. The refurbishing process includes functionality testing, basic cleaning, inspection, and repackaging. The product ships with all relevant accessories, a minimum 90-day warranty, and may arrive in a generic box. Only select sellers who maintain a high performance bar may offer Certified Refurbished products on Amazon.com

Intel Xeon E5-2695 v2 Twelve-Core Processor 2.4GHz 8.0GT/s 30MB LGA 2011 CPU, Retail

Model: Intel Xeon Processor E5-2695 v2

Part Number: D4M53

MPN: D4M53, SR00F Intel Xeon E3-1220

Type: CPU Processor 3.7GHZ Bus Speed: 5 GT/s