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The Best Computer CPU Processors under $370

★ Top Choice
♥ Runner Up
Best for Productivity Users, Extreme Budget Gamers
Best Overall

Intel

Core i7-9700K

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From $369.99

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AMD Ryzen 7

★ Top Choice
BUY NOW From $245

Features

  • Compatibility : Windows 10 64 Bit Edition , RHEL x86 64 Bit , Ubuntu x86 64 Bit.
  • Frequency: 4.3 GHz Max Boost. Base Clock 3.7GHz.
  • Socket AM4 Motherboard Required, Supports Windows 10 - 64-Bit Edition RHEL x86 64-Bit Ubuntu x86 64-Bit.
  • 20MB of Combined Cache.
  • 8 Cores/16 Threads Unlocked.

Pros

  • ⊕ 20 megabytes combined cache.

Cons

  • ⊖ Somewhat outdated.

AMD Ryzen 7 3700X

♥ Runner Up
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Features

  • 8 Cores and 16 processing threads, bundled with the AMD Wraith Prism cooler with color controlled LED support.
  • Can deliver ultra fast 100+ FPS performance in the world's most popular games.
  • For the advanced socket AM4 platform, can support PCIe 4.0 on x570 motherboards.
  • 4.4 GHz Max Boost, unlocked for overclocking, 36 MB of game Cache, ddr4 3200MHz system memory specification.
  • The world's most advanced processor in the desktop PC gaming segment.

Pros

  • ⊕ Affordable.
  • ⊕ Indium solder.
  • ⊕ Bundled cooler.
  • ⊕ Included cooler.
  • ⊕ Unlocked multiplier.

Cons

  • ⊖ Limited overclocking headroom.
  • ⊖ Limited overclocking potential.

Specs

  • Cores: 8.
  • Threads: 16.
  • TDP: 65W.
  • L3 cache: 32MB.
  • Base clock: 3.6GHz.
  • Boost clock: 4.4GHz.

AMD Ryzen 5 3400G

Best Integrated Graphics
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Features

  • 4. 2 GHz Max Boost, unlocked for overclocking, 6 MB Cache, ddr 2933 support.
  • Game Bundle: Get 3 months of Xbox Game Pass with purchase shipped and sold by Amazon.com.
  • For the advanced socket AM4 platform.
  • Can deliver smooth high definition performance in the world's most popular games.
  • Includes Radeon RX Vega 11, the world's most powerful graphics on a desktop Processor, no expensive Graphics card required.
  • 4 Cores and 8 processing threads, bundled with the powerful AMD Wraith Spire cooler. Graphics Frequency - 1400 MHz.

Pros

  • ⊕ Decent bundled cooler.
  • ⊕ Supports multithreading.

Specs

  • Core Count: 4.
  • Thread Count: 8.
  • Unlocked Multiplier?: yes.
  • L3 Cache Amount: 4 MB.
  • Lithography: 12 nm.
  • Base Clock Frequency: 3.7 GHz.
  • Maximum Boost Clock: 4.2 GHz.
  • Socket Compatibility: AMD AM4.
  • Thermal Design Power (TDP) Rating: 65 watts.
  • Integrated Graphics Base Clock: 1400 MHz.
  • Bundled Cooler: AMD Wraith Spire.
  • Integrated Graphics: AMD Radeon RX Vega 11.
Best for Productivity Users, Extreme Budget Gamers
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Intel Core i7-9700K

Best for High-Frame-Rate Gaming, Esports Pros
BUY NOW From $369.99

Features

  • Intel UHD Graphics 630.
  • 8 Cores / 8 Threads.
  • Cooling device not included - Processor Only.
  • Compatible only with Motherboards based on Intel 300 Series Chipsets.
  • 3.60 GHz up to 4.90 GHz / 12 MB Cache.
  • Intel Optane Memory Supported.

Pros

  • ⊕ Eight physical cores.
  • ⊕ Fast and overclockable.

Cons

  • ⊖ No hyper-threading.
  • ⊖ No Hyper-Threading support.
  • ⊖ No PCI Express 4.0 support.

Specs

  • Core Count: 8.
  • Unlocked Multiplier?: yes.
  • Bundled Cooler: None.
  • Lithography: 14 nm.
  • L3 Cache Amount: 12 MB.
  • Base Clock Frequency: 3.6 GHz.
  • Maximum Boost Clock: 4.9 GHz.
  • Integrated Graphics Base Clock: 350 MHz.
  • Thermal Design Power (TDP) Rating: 95 watts.
  • Socket Compatibility: Intel LGA 1151.
  • Integrated Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 630.