Intel Core i5-6500T

The Intel Core i5-6500T brings 4 cores and 8 threads. It drops into the LGA1151 socket with a 35W TDP — about 8.8W per core. Integrated Intel HD Graphics 530 graphics let it run headless-GPU builds and troubleshooting. Clocks run from 2.5GHz base to 3.1GHz boost. 6MB of L3 cache helps in cache-sensitive games and workloads.

Match the socket to your motherboard first; cooler TDP rating second. Its $34.99 price tag places it squarely in budget territory. Drop it into the PlanMyPC builder to check compatibility with the rest of your parts and compare current processor prices across retailers. Warranty coverage follows Intel's standard policy — confirm regional terms on the listing.