Brand: Intel · SKU: BX80662I56500 · MPN: CM8066201920404 · Category: Components
The Intel Core i5-6500 is a desktop processor with 4 cores, launched in July 2015. It is part of the Core i5 lineup, using the Skylake architecture with Socket 1151. The i5-6500 has 6 MB of L3 cache and operates at 3.2 GHz by default, but can boost up to 3.6 GHz, depending on the workload. It is built on a 14 nm production process and features integrated Intel HD Graphics 530. The processor supports DDR4 memory with a dual-channel interface and has a TDP of 65 W. Key technologies include Intel Turbo Boost 2.0, Intel vPro® Eligibility, Intel® Secure Key, Intel® AES New Instructions, Intel® Software Guard Extensions (Intel® SGX), and Intel® Virtualization Technology (VT-x).
| TDP | 65 W |
|---|---|
| Cache | 6 MB Intel® Smart Cache |
| GPU Name | Intel® HD Graphics 530 |
| Bus Speed | 8 GT/s |
| Code Name | Skylake |
| Lithography | 14 nm |
| Total Cores | 4 |
| Memory Types | DDR4-1866/2133, DDR3L-1333/1600 |
| Total Threads | 4 |
| Processor Type | Intel Core i5 |
| Max Memory Size | 64 GB |
| Processor Number | i5-6500 |
| Sockets Supported | FCLGA1151 |
| Intel® Secure Key | Yes |
| Max Turbo Frequency | 3.60 GHz |
| PCI Express Revision | 3.0 |
| Graphics Base Frequency | 350 MHz |
| Intel vPro® Eligibility | Intel vPro® Platform |
| Processor Base Frequency | 3.20 GHz |
| Max # of PCI Express Lanes | 16 |
| Intel® AES New Instructions | Yes |
| Graphics Max Dynamic Frequency | 1.05 GHz |
| Intel® Turbo Boost Technology | 2.0 |
| Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology | No |
| Warranty | Not Available |
| Weight | Not Available |
| Dimensions | Not Available |
The Intel Core i5-6500 is a 6th Generation desktop processor featuring 4 cores and 4 threads, with a base clock speed of 3.2 GHz and a max turbo frequency of 3.6 GHz. It boasts 6 MB of Intel® Smart Cache and integrates Intel® HD Graphics 530. This processor uses the LGA1151 socket and has a Thermal Design Power (TDP) of 65W. It supports up to 64GB of DDR4 or DDR3L memory and is built on a 14nm process. Advanced technologies include Intel Turbo Boost 2.0, Intel vPro® Eligibility, and Intel® Secure Key, making it suitable for a range of computing tasks.
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