08: Intel Pentium G3258

Average Price: $69.99
Architecture: Haswell
Cores: two
Cache: 3MB
Processor Base Frequency: 3.2GHz
Integrated GPU: Intel HD Graphics
RAM Support: DDR3 1333MHz
Max RAM: 32GB
Socket: LGA 1150

You may be wondering why this processor is on the list when the Intel Pentium G3250 has similar specs and is cheaper. What sets this CPU apart from the previous ones are that this processor is fully unlocked. This CPU has enough processing power to outperform any of AMD’s Premium Dual Core CPUs.

Pros:

Good CPU performance
Can be Overclocked
Doesn’t use that much power
Integrated Graphics Card

Cons:

Only Dual Core
Supports only DDR3 1333MHz

Perfect for:

Very tight budget gaming PC
Family PC
Watching Movies
Browsing the internet
Listening to music
Streaming
Small budget server

Not good for:

Any kind of Editing
High End gaming