5 most expensive and powerful processors in the world

Not the most powerful and expensive AMD processor, but deservedly in demand all over the world. This is the second generation based on the 12nm Zen+ architecture, which is a modified version of Zen. Thanks to this, the IPC indicator slightly increased, the delay when working with RAM and caches of various levels decreased. Thus, the overclocking potential has grown, heat dissipation and operating voltage have decreased. For almost 18 thousand rubles, you will get 8 excellent physical cores with 16 threads and a starting frequency of 3.7 GHz with overclocking to 4.3 GHz.

According to reviews, high-quality solder is used under the stone cover, which on average reduces operating temperatures by 10-12 degrees.The presence of StoreMI technology will allow you to read file arrays from the HDD and transfer them to the SSD, if your OS is installed on the HDD. The processor is great for building inexpensive gaming PCs, while its overclocking potential makes it possible to consider buying a much cheaper Ryzen 7 2700X as a profitable investment with a margin for the future.

The most powerful and at the same time expensive processor of the AMD brand presented in Russia. Based on the Zen 2 architecture with a 7nm process technology that Intel has only dreamed of so far. With 16 cores and 32 threads, it demonstrates phenomenal multitasking performance, operating frequencies range from 3.5-4.7 GHz, plus there is manual overclocking support. Unfortunately, the maximum allowable amount of RAM is not enough (only 128 GB), but you can use frequencies up to 3200 MHz.

Judging by the reviews, this CPU is popular all over the world due to a good balance between overclocking options and resistance to overheating, although saving on a cooling system is still not recommended. It should also be borne in mind that the Ryzen 9 3950X is not friendly with an OS younger than Windows 10, plus it is demanding on the novelty of motherboard firmware, which often provokes the need to dance with a tambourine to start the processor in normal operating mode.

The i7-9700K Coffee Lake is a relaunch of a similar eighth-generation model, but without hyper-trading, but with 8 full-fledged physical cores. The starting frequency of 3.6 GHz makes it possible to run all possible games without initial setup. Extreme lovers will love the ability to overclock the 9700K to 4.9 GHz. Gaming benchmarks show a performance gain of 8-12% over the i7-8700K with little difference in price. The maximum amount of supported RAM is 128 GB.

The key value of this processor, according to users, is stable operation during overclocking. In addition, many people praise the integrated graphics core, which is enough for simple gaming without high graphics settings, i.e. The CPU allows you to save on the purchase of a video card and at the same time it will be inexpensive. On the other hand, the lack of multithreading and support for the latest Intel technologies is affecting, plus the factory warranty for this stone is only 12 months.

The i9-9900K processor is by far one of the most popular CPUs in the world among models focused on building not very expensive, but powerful gaming PCs. Its main advantage is considered to be automatic overclocking to 5.0 GHz on 2 cores, 4.7 GHz on all eight, and the ability to safely stream games without hanging the broadcast on the video card. The declared heat pack remained at the level of 95 W, but this is without taking into account overclocking. If you fire up the 9900K to the fullest, then the heat dissipation will exceed 250 W, and dropsy is definitely needed here.

Users in their reviews note a good readiness of the stone for overclocking, although many have enough stock performance, especially if there is no desire to conjure with cooling, which will definitely have to be improved during overclocking. You should also pay attention to possible conflicts with motherboards, so you should check compatibility on the official websites of manufacturers.

Intel's 10th generation Comet Lake processors in 14nm are designed for those who want to get the most out of their gaming or work system. The i9-10940X model will cost a lot, but will offer 14 cores with operating frequencies in the range of 3.3-4.8 GHz, multi-threading, excellent overclocking capabilities and support for up to 256 GB of RAM in 4-channel mode. Also, the new architecture made it possible to squeeze the maximum out of the DMI 3.0 standard system bus and correct all the obvious shortcomings of its predecessors.

In reviews, users praise this processor for its high speed in complex tasks, such as rendering 4K video or playing games at high graphics settings. On the other hand, there is a need to install a more reliable liquid cooling system on the PC. Yes, a simple air one generally copes, but it can make too much noise, which is annoying when working at a computer for a long time.