The Best CPU to Gift This Holiday

These are the most popular CPUs to gift your gamer or yourself this holiday.

ModCrash has picked the best CPUs to help you decide on what to get for your gamer, or yourself this Holiday. No matter if naughty or nice, we have chosen the right CPU for either AMD or Intel PC’s. Without further ado here are the top CPU picks for this Holiday.

Intel Core i7-8700K Desktop Processor

Intel Core i7-8700K Desktop Processor 6 Cores up to 4.7GHz Turbo Unlocked LGA1151 300 Series 95W

The Intel Core i7-8700k is the flagship CPU for the 8th Generation of Processors from Intel. This chip will give you the speed you’re looking for with up to 3.7 GHz Turbo Frequency Boost. The CPU is Unlocked for Overclocking. The graphics are taken care of since the CPU comes with Intel UHD Graphics 630 built right in.

AMD Ryzen 5 2600 Processor

AMD Ryzen 5 2600 Processor with Wraith Stealth Cooler

The AMD Ryzen 5 2600 Processor is the sweet spot for gamers that want a fast CPU that’s more budget friendly. You’ll get 6 Cores/12 Threads Unlocked which means you can overclock it. This is a blazingly fast CPU at a low-cost price range. It has a 3.9 Frequency Max Boost which will have your computer running smooth like butter.

AMD Ryzen 3 2200G Processor

AMD Ryzen 3 2200G Processor with Radeon Vega 8 Graphics

This CPU gives you everything you need at a price that’s fantastic for Christmas. The AMD Ryzen 3 2200G has Radeon Vega 8 graphics built in and will give you 4 Cores Unlocked with a 3.7 GHz Max Boost. This is the perfect gift for anyone that want’s a modern CPU that can handle today’s demanding games.

AMD Ryzen 7 2700X Processor

AMD Ryzen 7 2700X Processor with Wraith Prism LED Cooler

The AMD Ryzen 7 2700X Processor is a monster CPU that will please any gamer for Christmas. It comes 8 Cores/16 threads Unlocked. You’ll get 4.3 GHz Max Boost which is one fast chip. With this amount of power, your gamer will be running like they want in any of their favorite games. The RGB Cooler will let your special gamer set the mood for any occasion.

Intel Core i7-9700K Desktop Processor

Intel Core i7-9700K Desktop Processor 8 Cores up to 4.9 GHz Turbo Unlocked LGA1151 300 Series 95W

The Intel Core i7-9700k CPU gives you 8 Cores/16 Threads making this an exceedingly fast CPU. This Processor comes unlocked and 4.9 GHz Turbo Boost giving you plenty of power that you’ll need for anyone’s gaming adventures. Your computer will be more responsive thanks to Intel Optane Memory Support.  And with Intel UHD Graphics 630 included, you get the whole package in one chip.

Intel Core i9-9900K Desktop Processor

Intel Core i9-9900K Desktop Processor 8 Cores up to 5.0 GHz Turbo Unlocked LGA1151 300 Series 95W

The first thing you’ll notice with this CPU is the packaging. With packaging like this you know you’re getting the best. Open it up and you’re getting the Intel Core i9-9900k CPU which comes with 8 Cores/16 Threads and 3.6 GHz up to 5.0 GHz Turbo Boost. You’ll get Intel UHD Graphics 630 as well.  And with Intel Optane Memory Support on the chip is going to please even the most demanding gamers out there. This will be the Best CPU For Your Gamer and on anyone’s wishlist.

Intel Core i5-8600K Desktop Processor

Intel Core i5-8600K Desktop Processor 6 Cores up to 4.3 GHz unlocked LGA 1151 300 Series 95W

The Intel i5-8600k CPU is the perfect addition to any gamers rig. This Processor gives you 6 Cores/6 Threads for their gaming needs. The chip can fit into anyone’s budget, giving you the speed you need for any game you want to play. The Processor comes equipped with 3.6 GHz up to 4.0 GHz Turbo Boost Frequency and is Unlocked for Overclocking. You’ll get Intel Optane Memory and Intel UHD Graphics 630 for anyone that doesn’t want a discrete graphics card. This could very well be the best CPU for your gamer this Christmas.

AMD Ryzen 5 2600X Processor

AMD Ryzen 5 2600X Processor with Wraith Spire Cooler

This Processor is the perfect Ryzen CPU for the best price to performance ratio. The AMD Ryzen 2600X gives you the power you want for anything you might need it for. You’ll get 6 Cores/12 threads with a 4.2 Max Boost Frequency which will satisfy anyone looking for speed to rock their computer. You’ll get the advantages of the 4xx series of Ryzen Processors that come along with it as well.

Intel Core i3-8100 Desktop Processor

Intel Core i3-8100 Desktop Processor 4 Cores up to 3.6 GHz Turbo Unlocked LGA1151 300 Series 95W

The Intel i3-8100 is the perfect choice for the budget minded consumer. This CPU will please any gamer. With this Processor, you’ll get 4 Cores/4 Threads with 3.60 GHz Turbo Boost Frequency. You’ll get the Intel UHD Graphics 630 and Intel Optane Support. Those 2 features alone make this chip a massive upgrade to the i3’s of old.

Intel Core i5-8400 Desktop Processor

Intel Core i5-8400 Desktop Processor 6 Cores up to 4.0 GHz LGA 1151 300 Series 65W

The Intel Core i5-8400 CPU comes with 6 Cores/6 Threads that will go up to 4.0 GHz Turbo Boost Frequency. This chip comes with Intel UHD Graphics 630 and Intel Optane Support as well. This CPU is the right choice to make for anyone that wants to stay within a budget and get the advantages of faster CPUs in the market today.

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