AMD Ryzen 7 5800X Desktop Processor (8C/16T, 36MB Cache, Up to 4.7 GHz Max Boost) - Cheaper with fee-free card

Next cheapest is £173.61 sold by Amazon US on amazon.co.uk then £195+ elsewhere.

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The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X processor is optimized for video games: 8 Cores, 16 Threads and 36 MB GameCache. Not to mention the native and boost frequencies which reach new heights to allow you to enjoy your favorite games in the best conditions. Pair it with a high-performance graphics card and you can play all games smoothly.

• Architecture: Vermeer
• Socket: AM4
• Frequency 3.8 GHz (Basic)
• 4.7 GHz (Boost)
• Unlocked coefficient: Yes
• Number of cores: 8
• Number of threads: 16
• Cache memory: 36 MB
• Instruction sets: 64 bits
• Memory support: Memory channels: 2 (dual channel)
• Supported memory: DDR4 3200 MHz
• PCI Express: 4.0
• Engraving fineness: 7 nm
• TDP: 105 Watts
• Actual TDP: 140 Watts
• Compatible chipsets: B550 (may require BIOS update)
• X570 (may require BIOS update)