If you’re trying to build a new gaming rig or upgrade your existing battlestation, Amazon is running a massive sale on Intel and AMD CPUs that deserves a closer look. The discounts are offered as part of its early Black Friday promotions, making this a great time to pick up hardware at great low prices.
One of the cheapest items on sale is the Intel Core i5-12600K, listed for just $153 (down from $215). That’s the lowest ever price for the CPU, and it’s a great choice if you’re looking to upgrade an older rig. If you want something powerful, consider stepping up to the Intel Core i7-12700K for $211 (down from $277) or the Intel Core i7-12700KF for $199 (down $260). Both are great for gaming yet won’t put too much strain on your budget.
More Intel processors are on sale than AMD, but you’ll still find the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X for $159 (down from $309) and the premium AMD Ryzen 9 5950X for $463 (down from $899). The Ryzen 5 5600X is a bit old, but it’s still a solid piece of hardware–especially at this great low price. If it’s compatible with your rig, be sure to give it a look.
Not sold on anything listed above? Here are the best CPU deals for Black Friday. While you’re shopping, consider browsing through our roundup of the best GPU deals too.
Best Intel CPU deals
Best AMD deals
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