Intel Core i5-8600K
Category: CPU / Processor
Manufacturer: Intel
Cores: 6C / 12T
Clock: 3.6 - 4.3 GHz
Socket: LGA1151
TDP: 95W
Price: $247.38 from Newegg
Intel Core i5-8600K
Cores
6C / 12T
Clock
3.6 - 4.3 GHz
Socket
LGA1151
TDP
95W
Best price from Newegg
$247.38
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Overview
The Intel Core i5-8600K packs 6 cores and 12 threads. It drops into the LGA1151 socket with a 95W TDP — about 15.8W per core. 9MB of L3 cache helps in cache-sensitive games and workloads. Integrated Intel UHD Graphics 630 graphics let it run headless-GPU builds and troubleshooting. Clocks run from 3.6GHz base to 4.3GHz boost.
Confirm motherboard socket compatibility before anything else, then size the cooler to the TDP. Expect to pay around $247.38, which lands it among mid-range options. 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 | 95 W |
| CPU Cores | 6 |
| Socket | LGA1151 |
| L3 Cache | 9 MB |
| Threads | 12 |
| Base Clock | 3.6 GHz |
| Boost Clock | 4.3 GHz |
| Microarchitecture | Coffee Lake |
| Integrated Graphics | Intel UHD Graphics 630 |
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