
This is the CPU I used in my budget build about 3 years ago and I still use it to this day. I used it for about 2 years before reapplying the thermal paste. I didn't really have to reapply it, I just did it because I got a new CPU cooler from a friend of mine. As far as heat goes, a good CPU cooler is pretty good. (Please do not use the included fan). In terms of actual gaming I've played everything from League of Legends and CS:GO to PUBG, GTA V, Battlefield 1, RUST, ARK etc. So for now as I'm concerned this processor will power most games can handle. In fact, I haven't had a game I can't play until now. (Of course, the brute GPU also plays a part and I've used a GeForce 750ti and 1050 and they both worked great with this CPU.) BONUS: Thermal grease is included!

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