Intel Core i5-6400
Category: CPU / Processor
Manufacturer: Intel
Cores: 4C / 8T
Clock: 2.7 - 3.3 GHz
Socket: LGA1151
TDP: 65W
Price: $72.99 from Newegg
Intel Core i5-6400
Cores
4C / 8T
Clock
2.7 - 3.3 GHz
Socket
LGA1151
TDP
65W
Best price from Newegg
$72.99
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Overview
The Intel Core i5-6400 offers 4 cores and 8 threads. It drops into the LGA1151 socket with a 65W TDP — about 16.3W per core. Clocks span 2.7GHz base to 3.3GHz boost. 6MB of L3 cache helps in cache-sensitive games and workloads. Integrated Intel HD Graphics 530 graphics let it run headless-GPU builds and troubleshooting.
Match the socket to your motherboard first; cooler TDP rating second. Its $72.99 price tag places it squarely in budget territory. PlanMyPC's builder flags compatibility problems automatically and tracks the latest processor deals from multiple stores. Support and warranty service run through Intel, with terms that vary by region.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| TDP | 65 W |
| CPU Cores | 4 |
| Socket | LGA1151 |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB |
| Threads | 8 |
| Base Clock | 2.7 GHz |
| Boost Clock | 3.3 GHz |
| Microarchitecture | Skylake |
| Integrated Graphics | Intel HD Graphics 530 |
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