Strong budget CPU
A great CPU if you're looking to go Intel and can't afford the i5 or i7. When paired with a decent GPU, this CPU will allow you to run most modern games without dropping below 60 frames per second. Be sure to pair it with a high end chipset so you have the option to upgrade in the future.
Strong single thread performance (gaming
-Low temps on idle and load
-Hyper-threaded
-Stock cooler included
-Leaves a strong upgrade path for the future if paired with decent motherboard
-Weak multi-thread performance
-Weak physics performance
-Multiplier locked (Base clock can be pushed to 103Mhz for a very slight overlock