Top 12 Intel Processors

Excellent processor from Intel for a gaming computer. The standard frequency is not the highest - only 3.6 GHz. However, in automatic overclocking, it can keep up to 5.0 GHz stably. Very large level 3 cache, expressed as 16 MB of memory. Thus, the buyer will receive the best processor in terms of performance per core. Buyers in the reviews are also happy with solder, which holds loads well. You can keep the processor "in the air", but then at 5.0 GHz the temperatures will be extremely high, so a quality liquid cooling system would be an ideal choice.Of the nuances, it is worth noting that the integrated graphics will require Windows 10, since it is the only one that supports drivers for the HD 630 of this particular stone.

One of the best processors for gaming. It is relatively inexpensive by Intel standards. 6 cores and 6 threads may seem small to some, but believe me, they can handle all modern games easily and simply. Out of the box, the processor is immediately ready for use. The standard frequency of 3.7 GHz is already enough for any game, but it can be raised up to 4.6 GHz. The processor is also beneficial in that it has integrated Intel HD 630 graphics, on which you can sit out in case of a video card breakdown.Maximum supports 128GB RAM. Another advantage was the solder, although not very high quality. There is good potential for overclocking - according to reviews, some buyers overclock it to 4.7 GHz at a voltage of 1.225 volts. But in this case, it is advisable to buy a two-section liquid cooling system.

Budget Intel processor, which is in the shadow of its top and pre-top counterparts. It has 6 cores and 6 threads. The frequencies are also low - 2.9 GHz is a standard that can be increased to 4.1 GHz.At the same time, it supports 128 GB of RAM, and in overclocking it almost catches up with 9600K. Relatively low temperatures are provided by solder, which means that there is no need to change the thermal paste drying under the cover. If we consider the technical side of the processor, we can find out that in fact it is an improved i5-8400 with the graphics core disabled. Compared to the 9600K, it has a thinner PCB board, so you need to handle it with extreme care. Thus, this processor is not part of the Coffee Lake Refresh series. It's just an inexpensive, previous generation processor with graphics disabled.

Once the top Intel processor, which remains relevant to this day. Currently, on average, it costs about 33 thousand rubles.6 cores are split into 12 threads, which makes it look more attractive than the 9600K, but you have to pay extra for the threads. The initial frequency is 3.7 GHz with automatic overclocking to 4.7 GHz, and some buyers in the reviews note taking 5.0 stable GHz. During overclocking, temperatures can reach peaks, so top-end tower coolers or three-section liquid cooling systems are indispensable. Compared to earlier counterparts, it has a 12 MB level 3 cache. In conjunction with the RTX 2070, it will show remarkable performance in all modern games with a frame rate of 100-130 frames per second. Supports up to 128GB RAM.

One of the most popular 10th generation Intel gaming processors on the Russian market. Quite inexpensive in terms of price / features, represented by 6 Comet Lake-S cores with a clock speed of 2.9 GHz and a bus option up to 4.3 GHz, which will provide a high level of performance in games. We also note the third-level cache increased to 12 MB, plus support for "RAM" with a frequency of up to 2666 MHz. There is no integrated graphics core here, which is briefly complained about in the reviews, but this is what made it possible to keep the cost of the “stone” at an acceptable budget level. Among other things, we will single out a very low heat dissipation and the use of a newer socket, although this can be attributed to both pluses and minuses.

The legendary budget "stump" with 2 cores and 4 threads. In the period from 2015 to 2017, this processor was considered as an ideal temporary "stone". Its frequency is striking - 3.5 GHz from the start allows you to play undemanding projects. It has an integrated graphics core UHD Graphics 610, the maximum amount of supported RAM is 64 GB. The level 3 cache is also quite good - 3 MB. The specifications spell out the variability in the frequency of the OP and its formats, which can be: DDR4-2133/2400; DDR3L-1333/1600. An ideal option for such a model would be a 4 GB GTX 1050 Ti or RX 570 level video card. In general, this is a good option for the money, which will fit perfectly into the framework of an office work machine and an ultra-budget gaming computer with the possibility of an upgrade.

G3930 is one of the most affordable models costing only 3550 rubles. This 2-core model is perfect not only for an office computer, but also, judging by the reviews, for HTPC. The performance is not shocking, but the processor performs well when working with an office suite, a browser, and displays 4K video without delay. In serious tasks, the “stone” still fails - you can’t play games, and rendering / archiving will take a long time. The main advantage of the G3930 is the minimum heat dissipation. Even with a boxed cooler under load, temperatures stay at 40-45 degrees. Finally, a little about the numbers. The model includes 2 Kaby Lake cores. Base clock frequency 2.9 GHz. The popular LGA1151 socket is used. The processor supports DDR4-2133 RAM.

"Golden stump" has fallen in price and is of particular interest to offices. There is a cache increased to 4 MB, 2 cores and 4 threads. A frequency of 3.8 GHz with a thermal package of 54 W is available out of the box. In stock, you can get by with a passive cooling system in the form of an aluminum radiator. We note the presence of integrated graphics UHD Graphics 610, the capabilities of which are fully enough for office tasks, which will save on assembling a computer. Of course, you will have to forget about games, although this model will pull browser-based “entertainment” without tension. In the reviews, the chip is praised for its endurance and low heat generation, let's add here the support for ECC functions, which reduce the number of errors when accessing RAM.

Not the most budgetary by the standards of the category, but still an office 4-core “stone” for assembling computers used not only in working with text, but also with graphics. Requires the installation of a discrete graphics card, but at the same time it is capable of delivering sufficient performance for amateur gaming. It belongs to the fresh 10th generation of Intel chips, so it received full support for RAM with a frequency of up to 2666 MHz, as well as a bus function from the base 3.6 GHz to 4.3 GHz. It is worth mentioning the amount of cache memory, which is 6 MB at the third level. Well, the LGA 1200 socket will optimize the power consumption of the processor, ensuring stability under load. As for complaints, the reviews only note the high cost of motherboards with LGA 1200.

10-core "stone" for high-performance workstations or server stations. It supports multithreading, there is a bus from 3.7 to 4.7 GHz and a free multiplier for manual overclocking. 48 PCI Express channels allow you to connect a large number of equipment, and a capacious cache guarantees high data exchange speed. There is no graphics core, but 4 channels of DDR4 RAM with a frequency of up to 2933 MHz and a capacity of 256 GB are supported.Of course, such power and capabilities lead to high heat dissipation, so the processor is very demanding on the quality of the cooling system. Another possible problem noted in the reviews is that not all motherboards "see" the i9-10900X, which complicates their selection.

A high-performance 10th generation chip designed for tasks with high computational load - easily digests the rendering of 4K video or the rendering of complex 3D objects. It has a built-in graphics core, but is best revealed in conjunction with a high-quality discrete.A distinctive feature is the wide range of the bus from the starting 3.7 GHz to an impressive 5.3 GHz. Plus, there is support for memory with an operating frequency of up to 2933 MHz. As for the disadvantages, it will not be easy to pick up a supported motherboard with LGA 1200, but much more important than complaints in reviews about high heat dissipation, which in fact exceeds the level declared by the manufacturer. This means that the layout of the cooling system will have to be approached as responsibly as possible.

A relatively inexpensive option for assembling a high-performance computer based on an Intel chip. It has 8 cores with a clock speed of 3.8 - 5.1 GHz, plus a large amount of L1 cache, which provides an increase in computing speed.The processor is adapted to work with RAM with a frequency of up to 2933 MHz, is not afraid of manual overclocking, plus it has a built-in graphics core in case of a "departure" of the discrete. At the same time, it should be taken into account that the “stone” reveals its full potential only on high-quality motherboards with fresh chipsets, i.e. save on the budget will not work. In addition, manual overclocking will require a mandatory strengthening of the cooling system, otherwise a rapid rise in temperature is possible.