Intel Core i5-11400F

The Intel Core i5-11400F packs 6 cores and 12 threads. It drops into the LGA1200 socket with a 65W TDP — about 10.8W per core. Clocks span 2.6GHz base to 4.4GHz boost. 12MB of L3 cache helps in cache-sensitive games and workloads. Confirm motherboard socket compatibility before anything else, then size the cooler to the TDP.

Expect to pay around $210.22, which lands it among mid-range options. Use the PlanMyPC system builder to verify it works alongside your other components and to watch live retailer pricing. Warranty coverage follows Intel's standard policy — confirm regional terms on the listing. The full specification sheet below breaks out every listed detail, and the compatibility checker flags conflicts with parts already in your build.