Intel Core i5-11600K
Category: CPU / Processor
Manufacturer: Intel
Cores: 6C / 12T
Clock: 3.9 - 4.9 GHz
Socket: LGA1200
TDP: 125W
Price: $182.36 from Newegg
Intel Core i5-11600K
Cores
6C / 12T
Clock
3.9 - 4.9 GHz
Socket
LGA1200
TDP
125W
Best price from Newegg
$182.36
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Overview
The Intel Core i5-11600K brings 6 cores and 12 threads. Integrated Intel UHD Graphics 750 graphics let it run headless-GPU builds and troubleshooting. Clocks span 3.9GHz base to 4.9GHz boost. It drops into the LGA1200 socket with a 125W TDP — about 20.8W per core. 12MB of L3 cache helps in cache-sensitive games and workloads.
Board socket comes first when pairing parts — after that, make sure your cooler's rating covers the chip. Expect to pay around $182.36, which lands it among mid-range options. PlanMyPC's builder flags compatibility problems automatically and adds the part's price to your build total. Intel backs the product through its standard warranty channels; check the listing for region-specific terms.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| TDP | 125 W |
| CPU Cores | 6 |
| Socket | LGA1200 |
| L3 Cache | 12 MB |
| Threads | 12 |
| Base Clock | 3.9 GHz |
| Boost Clock | 4.9 GHz |
| Microarchitecture | Rocket Lake |
| Integrated Graphics | Intel UHD Graphics 750 |
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