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Best CPU for DON'T SCREAM

official target: Intel Core i5-12600K

DON'T SCREAM's stated processor is roughly Intel Core i5-12600K level. The current sweet spot is the AMD Ryzen 5 7500F, with cheaper and faster options either side.

Budget

AMD Ryzen 7 5700X

~$160
score 195Zen 3

AMD Ryzen 7 5700X is the cheapest current chip that clears this game's recommended bar. Fine for 1080p.

Other options at this level

  • AMD Ryzen 5 7600 ~$190Buy
  • AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D ~$200Buy
  • Intel Core i5-13500 ~$210Buy
  • Intel Core i5-13600K ~$260Buy

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Recommended

AMD Ryzen 5 7500F

~$165
score 245Zen 4

AMD Ryzen 5 7500F adds headroom - a safe pick for 1080p high or 1440p depending on the game.

Other options at this level

  • AMD Ryzen 5 7600X ~$210Buy
  • AMD Ryzen 5 9600 ~$220Buy
  • AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D ~$250Buy
  • AMD Ryzen 5 9600X ~$250Find

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Performance

AMD Ryzen 7 9700X

~$310
score 300Zen 5

AMD Ryzen 7 9700X leaves plenty of margin for higher resolutions and frame rates.

Other options at this level

  • AMD Ryzen 9 7900X ~$340Buy
  • AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D ~$350Buy
  • Intel Core i7-14700K ~$360Buy
  • Intel Core Ultra 7 265K ~$380Find

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FAQ

What is the cheapest CPU that runs DON'T SCREAM?
AMD Ryzen 7 5700X - AMD Ryzen 7 5700X is the cheapest current chip that clears this game's recommended bar. Fine for 1080p.
What is the best-value CPU for DON'T SCREAM?
AMD Ryzen 5 7500F - AMD Ryzen 5 7500F adds headroom - a safe pick for 1080p high or 1440p depending on the game.
What is a high-end CPU for DON'T SCREAM?
AMD Ryzen 7 9700X - AMD Ryzen 7 9700X leaves plenty of margin for higher resolutions and frame rates.
What CPU does DON'T SCREAM officially recommend?
Intel Core i5-12600K. The picks above are current parts that match or exceed it.

See the full picture on the DON'T SCREAM requirements page.

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