Build Your PC: matching a CPU to a workload

The CPU is the most consequential decision in a custom build. Get it right and the rest of the build slots in around it.

Office & everyday

Intel i3-12100 or AMD Ryzen 3 5300G. Plenty for browsers, video calls, document editing.

Mainstream gaming

Intel i5-13400F or AMD Ryzen 5 7600. Pairs well with an RTX 3060 or RX 6600.

Creators & streamers

Intel i7-13700K or AMD Ryzen 7 7700X. Eight performance cores for parallel video rendering and live encoding.

Workstations

Intel i9-13900K or AMD Ryzen 9 7950X. For 3D rendering, code compilation, and serious multitasking.

Need help deciding? Talk to a Xetrix build advisor.