Intel Core i7-6850K
Category: CPU / Processor
Manufacturer: Intel
Cores: 6C / 12T
Clock: 3.6 - 3.8 GHz
Socket: LGA2011-3
TDP: 140W
Price: $60.16 from Newegg
Intel Core i7-6850K
Cores
6C / 12T
Clock
3.6 - 3.8 GHz
Socket
LGA2011-3
TDP
140W
Best price from Newegg
$60.16
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Overview
The Intel Core i7-6850K brings 6 cores and 12 threads. 15MB of L3 cache helps in cache-sensitive games and workloads. Clocks span 3.6GHz base to 3.8GHz boost. It drops into the LGA2011-3 socket with a 140W TDP — about 23.3W per core.
Board socket comes first when pairing parts — after that, make sure your cooler's rating covers the chip. Its $60.16 price tag places it squarely in budget territory. PlanMyPC's builder flags compatibility problems automatically and adds the part's price to your build total. 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 | 3.6 GHz |
| Boost Clock | 3.8 GHz |
| Microarchitecture | Broadwell |
| Integrated Graphics | None |
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