Intel Core i5-6500
Category: CPU / Processor
Manufacturer: Intel
Cores: 4C / 8T
Clock: 3.2 - 3.6 GHz
Socket: LGA1151
TDP: 65W
Price: $56.68 from Amazon
Intel Core i5-6500
Cores
4C / 8T
Clock
3.2 - 3.6 GHz
Socket
LGA1151
TDP
65W
Best price from Amazon
$56.68
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Overview
The Intel Core i5-6500 offers 4 cores and 8 threads. Clocks run from 3.2GHz base to 3.6GHz boost. 6MB of L3 cache helps in cache-sensitive games and workloads. It drops into the LGA1151 socket with a 65W TDP — about 16.3W per core. 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 $56.68 price tag places it squarely in budget territory. PlanMyPC's builder flags compatibility problems automatically and tracks the latest processor deals from multiple stores. Warranty coverage follows Intel's standard policy — confirm regional terms on the listing.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| TDP | 65 W |
| CPU Cores | 4 |
| Socket | LGA1151 |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB |
| Threads | 8 |
| Base Clock | 3.2 GHz |
| Boost Clock | 3.6 GHz |
| Microarchitecture | Skylake |
| Integrated Graphics | Intel HD Graphics 530 |
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