With our guide to today's best processor deals, you'll want to save big on the most important part of any PC. Whether you're on a budget, a gamer, or just building a machine to work from home, we've rounded up all the latest Intel and AMD deals and searched tirelessly to find you the best prices on the best processors.
What is your price range?
1. High-end
Over $330 / £300 / AU$400
2. Middle range
Around $200 / £200 / AU$300
3. Budget
Under $200 / £200 / $300 AU
We've separated this week's best CPU deals into sections for high-end, mid-range, and budget shoppers, which you can access using the navigation links provided.
Simply put, if money is no object and you want the best, you’ll definitely see the benefits of going for a high-end chip, as these beastly processors will give you excellent performance for years to come. That said, this week’s mid-range processor deals will be more than adequate for someone who wants high-end gaming performance and to build a machine that will last a good few years. Finally, our budget CPU deals keep in mind those who simply want a functional, reliable machine, though you might be surprised at how much performance you can get out of these options – cheap processors have come a long way in recent years.
You'll find discounts from Amazon, Best Buy, and other well-known retailers in our roundup of processor deals. All CPU prices on this page are updated daily, so feel free to bookmark it and check back.
The best deals on high-end processors
High-end processors are clearly aimed at the enthusiast and professional market and, as you might expect, can be quite expensive.
However, if cost isn't a factor, then these 8-core and sometimes even 16-core beasts will absolutely give you the most performance possible – so much so, in fact, that they might be overkill for some users.
The best deals on mid-range CPUs
Mid-range CPUs are typically targeted at most mainstream gaming rigs, as they offer better value for money than high-end enthusiast chips. They're also the kind of rig you'll want to invest in if you want something that will perform decently for intensive applications and last a few years.
Intel's long-standing Core i5 range has traditionally dominated the mid-range processor market, but in recent years we've seen that near-monopoly destroyed by AMD's Ryzen 5 chips, which are equally popular these days.
Best Entry Level CPU Deals
TechRadar recommends
1. Intel Core i3-13100
2. AMD Ryzen 3 4100
Budget CPUs come primarily in the form of the latest Intel Core i3 and AMD Ryzen 3 series processors, which are basically consumer chips aimed at budget productivity rigs. Typically selling for around $100 or £100, these chips are ideal if you're simply building a desktop rig for working from home or everyday use.
Surprisingly, these chips have come a long way in recent years and can actually handle a fair bit of gaming too, although you can expect bottlenecks if you pair them with a serious graphics card.
