Intel Core i5-11600KF
Category: CPU / Processor
Manufacturer: Intel
Cores: 6C / 12T
Clock: 3.9 - 4.9 GHz
Socket: LGA1200
TDP: 125W
Price: $179.00 from Newegg

Intel Core i5-11600KF
Cores
6C / 12T
Clock
3.9 - 4.9 GHz
Socket
LGA1200
TDP
125W
Best price from Newegg
$179.00
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Overview
The Intel Core i5-11600KF offers 6 cores and 12 threads. Clocks run from 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. Match the socket to your motherboard first; cooler TDP rating second.
Expect to pay around $179.00, 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. Support and warranty service run through Intel, with terms that vary by region. The full specification sheet below breaks out every listed detail, and the compatibility checker flags conflicts with parts already in your build.
| 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 | None |



