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Intel Core Ultra 9 285K 24-core LGA1851

84.2 Servers Score
24C/24T5.7GHz36MB L3LGA 1851125W
Why we recommend this

The 24-core, 5.7GHz Intel Core Ultra 9 285K combines eight performance and sixteen efficiency cores on the 3nm Arrow Lake-S architecture with a dedicated 13 TOPS NPU for local AI acceleration. Its unlocked multiplier, PCIe 5.0 support, and 125W base power target enthusiast overclocking and high-bandwidth workflows on the new LGA 1851 platform. This processor is best for content creators and gamers who need top-tier multi-threaded productivity and AI-enhanced tasks without stepping up to a workstation-class chip.

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Price ₹67,519
Intel Core Ultra 9 285K 24-core LGA1851 cpu

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AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D 16-core AM5

83.6 Servers Score
16C/32T5.7GHz128MB L3AM5170W
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The 16-core, 32-thread Ryzen 9 9950X3D reaches a 5.7GHz boost with 128MB L3 cache, delivering top-tier gaming and productivity scores on the AM5 platform. Its 170W TDP and unlocked multiplier make it a strong choice for overclockers, while the integrated Radeon GPU adds flexibility. Best for gamers and creators who need maximum multi-threaded performance in a single desktop CPU.

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AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D 16-core AM5 cpu
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Intel Core i7 14700K 20-core LGA1700

81.1 Servers Score
20C/28T5.6GHz33MB L3LGA1700125W
Why we recommend this ▼

The 20-core hybrid architecture with 8 P-cores boosting to 5.6GHz delivers a 51,966 PassMark multi-core score, making it a strong upgrade for mixed workloads on the LGA1700 platform. Its unlocked multiplier and broad DDR5/DDR4 support offer flexible overclocking and platform compatibility across 600 and 700 series chipsets. This processor is best for gamers and streamers who need high frame rates alongside multi-threaded productivity like video rendering.

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Intel Core i7 14700K 20-core LGA1700 cpu
Price ₹49,699

AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D 8-core AM5

80.2 Servers Score
8C/16T5.2GHz96MB L3AM5120W
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The 5.2 GHz boost clock and 96MB L3 cache, built on Zen 5 and 4nm, deliver top-tier gaming performance with a PassMark multi-core score of 39954. Its 120W TDP and unlocked multiplier allow overclocking on the AM5 platform, while the integrated Radeon Graphics and PCIe 5.0 support add flexibility. Best for gamers who prioritize frame rates and want a high-end CPU for demanding titles without needing a discrete GPU for basic tasks.

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AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D 8-core AM5 cpu
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AMD Ryzen Threadripper 1950X 16-core sTR4

77.5 Servers Score
16C/32T4.0GHz32MB L3sTR4180W
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The 16-core, 32-thread design with 64 PCIe lanes delivers strong parallel throughput for heavily threaded workloads, though its 180W TDP results in poor efficiency. Support for quad-channel DDR4 ECC memory and an unlocked multiplier offers flexibility for workstation tuning on the sTR4 platform. This processor is best for budget-conscious users building a used rendering or virtualization server who prioritize core count over single-thread speed.

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AMD Ryzen Threadripper 1950X 16-core sTR4 cpu
Price ₹72,990

Intel Core i9 X-Series 7960X 16-core LGA2066

58.4 Servers Score
16C/32T4.2GHz22MB L3LGA 2066165W
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The 16-core, 32-thread design with a 4.2GHz boost clock and 22MB of L3 cache delivers strong multi-threaded throughput for demanding workstation tasks. Its unlocked multiplier on the LGA 2066 socket and quad-channel DDR4-2666 memory support provide flexible overclocking and high memory bandwidth for a platform of its era. This processor is best for content creators and 3D rendering artists on the X299 platform who need high core counts for parallel workloads and can manage its 165W TDP.

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Intel Core i9 X-Series 7960X 16-core LGA2066 cpu
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