Intel Core i5-9400F Without Graphics Now $134.99

Schools are almost back in session and that means retailers are offering lots of discounts on items that students might need. This week, Newegg has been offering a slew of deals on PC components that would be perfect for someone building a new rig for a new school year. 

The Core i5 features a max turbo boost of up to 4.1GHz, supports DDR4 as well as Intel Optane memory. 

We praised the Intel Core i5-9400F for its leading game performance and reasonable price. However, we -did not like that it lacks integrated graphics and comes  with a locked ratio multiplier. But if you are on the lookout for a mid-range CPU, this might be a good choice for you. 

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