http://www.pcgamer.com/black-friday-cpu-deals-2017/

Cheap CPUs are a rarity for 51 weeks of the year, since older generations hold their value frustratingly well and both Intel and AMD release new models several times each year aimed at existing MSRPs. Black Friday is a rare chance to get those manufacturers to relax that stubborn pricing, and pick up a new chip for less than the going rate, but don't forget the additional cost incurred by the new motherboard and RAM you'll need if you're switching chipsets.

All the more reason to hunt for a bargain, really. We've been keeping our eye out for discounted current generation chips from both Intel and AMD, allowing some recent (but still relevant) models into consideration too. If you can pair a discounted CPU with a motherboard and RAM that are also on offer this Black Friday period, you'll really be onto something.