Intel Core i5-6500
Category: CPU / Processor
Manufacturer: Intel
Cores: 4C / 8T
Clock: 3.2 - 3.6 GHz
Socket: LGA1151
TDP: 65W
Price: $78.41 from Newegg
Intel Core i5-6500
Cores
4C / 8T
Clock
3.2 - 3.6 GHz
Socket
LGA1151
TDP
65W
Best price from Newegg
$78.41
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Overview
The Intel Core i5-6500 packs 4 cores and 8 threads. Integrated Intel HD Graphics 530 graphics let it run headless-GPU builds and troubleshooting. 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. Clocks span 3.2GHz base to 3.6GHz boost.
Match the socket to your motherboard first; cooler TDP rating second. Expect to pay around $78.41, which lands it among budget 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.
| 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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