Intel Core i5-11600
Category: CPU / Processor
Manufacturer: Intel
Cores: 6C / 12T
Clock: 2.8 - 4.8 GHz
Socket: LGA1200
TDP: 65W
Price: $156.97 from Newegg
Intel Core i5-11600
Cores
6C / 12T
Clock
2.8 - 4.8 GHz
Socket
LGA1200
TDP
65W
Best price from Newegg
$156.97
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Overview
The Intel Core i5-11600 packs 6 cores and 12 threads. Clocks span 2.8GHz base to 4.8GHz boost. 12MB of L3 cache helps in cache-sensitive games and workloads. It drops into the LGA1200 socket with a 65W TDP — about 10.8W per core. Integrated Intel UHD Graphics 750 graphics let it run headless-GPU builds and troubleshooting.
Match the socket to your motherboard first; cooler TDP rating second. Its $156.97 price tag places it squarely in mid-range territory. PlanMyPC's builder flags compatibility problems automatically and adds the part's price to your build total. Warranty coverage follows Intel's standard policy — confirm regional terms on the listing.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| TDP | 65 W |
| CPU Cores | 6 |
| Socket | LGA1200 |
| L3 Cache | 12 MB |
| Threads | 12 |
| Base Clock | 2.8 GHz |
| Boost Clock | 4.8 GHz |
| Microarchitecture | Rocket Lake |
| Integrated Graphics | Intel UHD Graphics 750 |
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