Intel's Sandy Bridge LGA 1155 processor features four powerful cores and a 3.4 ghz stock frequency. With enough power to game, edit video, and run almost any desktop program with smooth performance, this processor is perfect for anyone that wants to build a powerful budget PC. Most motherboards with intel chipsets will support this CPU (see motherboard manual for LGA 1155 support). This processor, in perfect condition and with speed as if it were new, can provide powerful processing power with a suitable graphics card and other hardware.