Best CPU Deals: Save on AMD and Intel

Intel Core i7-13700K: now $375 at Amazon (was $402)
Intel's Raptor Lake 16-core, 24-thread CPU didn't exactly stand out when it launched at $409. But now with a $50 coupon code at Newegg (FTSCUAZ75), the Core i7-13700K is a lot more enticing at its new low of $359. At this price, it's a great CPU for gaming and productivity.  

AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D: now $314 at Amazon  (was $449)
The last hurrah for AM4, the 5800X3D is one of the best bang-for-buck CPUs for gaming. With 8 cores and 16 threads as well as its massive 96MB of L3 cache, this CPU is a great upgrade if you're already on the AM4 platform or looking to make a cost-effective build using last-gen hardware. 

AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D CPU: now $389 at B&H Photo (was $441)
The fastest gaming CPU you can buy right now has 8 cores, 16 threads, and a 5-GHz boost clock. However, the real star of the show is its 96MB of 3D V-Cache. See our 7800X3D review for more.

AMD Ryzen 9 7900 CPU: now $409 at Amazon with coupon (was $389)
This 12-core processor from AMD comes with 24 threads and features Zen 4 architecture. It can reach 5.4 GHz with max boost enabled and supports DDR5. This edition comes with a Wraith Prism stock cooler.

AMD Ryzen 5 5600G: now $117 at Amazon (was $259)
The Ryzen 5 5600G is a six-core 12-thread APU with a 16MB L3 cache and a base clock of 3.9GHz able to boost to 4.4GHz. This chip contains integrated Radeon graphics with a TDP of 65W. The Wraith Stealth cooler is also included in this retail box.

Intel Core i7-13700KF CPU: now $384 at Newegg with promo code (was $429)
This is one of the lowest prices we've seen on the Core i7-13700F. This is a 16-core processor (8 performance cores, 8 efficiency cores) with a max turbo operating frequency of 5.4 GHz. The "F" designation in its name lets us know that this processor comes sans integrated graphics. 

AMD Ryzen 5 5500: now $97 at Newegg  (was $159)
The Ryzen 5 5500 is a 6-core, 12-thread CPU that is capable of 4.2GHz at max boost and is also unlocked for overclocking. This desktop processor comes boxed with a stock "Wraith Stealth" cooler.

Intel Core i7-12700KF: now $259 at Amazon (was $377)
The Core i7-12700KF wields Intel's latest hybrid microarchitecture with a combination of 8 Performance-cores and 4 Efficiency-cores. The Alder Lake chip flaunts boost clocks of up to 5 GHz and is compatible with DDR5.

AMD Ryzen 9 7900X: now $401 at Amazon (was $539)
This 12-core, 24-thread CPU boasts a 5.6-GHz boost clock and 76MB of cache. The price is $100 off the recent launch price.     

Intel Core i5-12600K CPU: now $214 at Amazon (was $277)
This processor is at one of its best prices yet, having just been launched in 2021. It has 10 cores, 6 of which are dedicated as performance cores along with 4 efficient cores, and 16 threads. It has a base operating speed of 3.6 GHz and can reach up to 4.9 GHz with Max Turbo enabled.

AMD Ryzen 7 5700X: now $205

 at Newegg (was $299)
This eight-core 16-thread processor has a 4.6 GHz boost clock and is worth considering at this price, particularly for Ryzen owners with older systems. This chip comes with support for overclocking and PCIe 4.0.

AMD Ryzen 7700X: now $336 at B&H Photo (was $399)
AMD's new 8-core, 16-thread Ryzen 7 CPU has a base clock of 4.5 GHz and the ability to boost up to 5.4 GHz, it will chew through game frame rates and tough threaded applications with equal ease.

AMD Ryzen 9 5950X: now $451 at Amazon (was $799)
This is an impressive chip with great 1080p gaming and multi-thread performance. With 16 cores, 32 threads, and a base clock of 3.4 GHz, boosting to 4.9 GHz this 105W TDP chip has 64MB of L3 cache. A great CPU at this price. 

Intel Core i5-12400: now $170 at Amazon (was $237)
This CPU remains the best value for gaming-specific machines. The Core i5-14000 has six P-cores that support hyper-threading and operates at a 2.5GHz base clock with the ability to boost to 4.4GHz. This model also comes with an integrated GPU, so it costs $20 more than the graphics-less 12400F.

Intel Core i5-12400F: now $149 at Newegg with promo code (was $179)
This CPU remains the best value for gaming-specific machines. The Core i5-14000F has six P-cores that support hyper-threading and operates at a 2.5GHz base clock with the ability to boost to 4.4GHz. This model comes without an integrated GPU.

AMD Ryzen 5 5600X: now $155 at Amazon (was $309)
Earning 4.5 stars in our review, this chip is highly sought after thanks to its strong single- and multi-threaded performance, leading power efficiency, and PCIe Gen4 support. It also features stellar thermals, a bundled cooler, and overclocking capability, so there’s a lot to love here.

Intel Core i5-12600KF: now $206 at Amazon (was $311)
This processor offers six performance cores, four efficiency cores, and a boost clock of up to 4.9 GHz before you overclock it. It also supports DDR5 RAM and PCIe 5.0. This chip is the 12600K but the F means that it comes without integrated graphics.

AMD Ryzen 7 5800X: now $206 at Amazon (was $449)
This 3.8GHz eight-core, 16-thread CPU offers impressive performance for any high-FPS gaming rig, along with PCIe gen 4 support, a boost clock up to 4.7GHz, and support for overclocking.

Intel Core i7-12700K: now $275 at Amazon (was $369)
The Core i7-12700K wields Intel's latest hybrid microarchitecture with a combination of eight P cores and four E cores. The Alder Lake chip flaunts boost clocks of up to 5GHz and nearly matches the gaming prowess of the 12900K. Redeem the coupon to drop the price down to $245.