Intel Core i7-5930K
Category: CPU / Processor
Manufacturer: Intel
Cores: 6C / 12T
Clock: 3.5 - 3.7 GHz
Socket: LGA2011-3
TDP: 140W
Price: $409.95 from Amazon

Intel Core i7-5930K
Cores
6C / 12T
Clock
3.5 - 3.7 GHz
Socket
LGA2011-3
TDP
140W
Best price from Amazon
$409.95
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Overview
The Intel Core i7-5930K brings 6 cores and 12 threads. 15MB of L3 cache helps in cache-sensitive games and workloads. It drops into the LGA2011-3 socket with a 140W TDP — about 23.3W per core. Clocks run from 3.5GHz base to 3.7GHz boost.
Board socket comes first when pairing parts — after that, make sure your cooler's rating covers the chip. At $409.95 it sits in the high-end processor bracket. PlanMyPC's builder flags compatibility problems automatically and tracks the latest processor deals from multiple stores. Intel backs the product through its standard warranty channels; check the listing for region-specific terms.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| TDP | 140 W |
| CPU Cores | 6 |
| Socket | LGA2011-3 |
| L3 Cache | 15 MB |
| Threads | 12 |
| Base Clock | 3.5 GHz |
| Boost Clock | 3.7 GHz |
| Microarchitecture | Haswell |
| Integrated Graphics | None |



