These Intel And AMD Processors Are On Sale For Black Friday

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.