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Intel Core i5-6500T desktop CPU in LGA 1151 socket, silver metal lid with gold contact pads, square green substrate

Intel

Intel Core i5-6500T 2.50 GHz LGA 1151 desktop processor

SKU CH-SB5K-MMV9P

Quad-core desktop processor running at 2.50 GHz for LGA 1151 socket

  • Processors TypeDesktop
  • Quad-core design handles multitasking workloads
  • 50 GHz base clock delivers steady performance
  • LGA 1151 socket fits compatible desktop motherboards
  • Low-power architecture reduces system heat output

Quad-core 2.5 GHz desktop processor

The Intel Core i5-6500T is a quad-core desktop CPU built for the LGA 1151 socket with a base frequency of 2.50 GHz. It suits office workstations and compact systems that prioritise low power draw over maximum single-thread speed. The four cores handle everyday multitasking and light content workloads without requiring a high-output cooler. Buyers who need more cores or higher base clocks for sustained rendering should look elsewhere.

Steady 2.50 GHz operation under load

Under sustained load the processor maintains its 2.50 GHz base frequency across all four cores rather than relying on short bursts. Thermal design keeps output predictable in small chassis where airflow is limited. Performance stays consistent during long compile jobs or batch processing instead of throttling after a few minutes. Builders who expect prolonged turbo behaviour above the rated base speed will not find it here.

Highlights

  • Quad-core design handles multitasking workloads
  • 50 GHz base clock delivers steady performance
  • LGA 1151 socket fits compatible desktop motherboards
  • Low-power architecture reduces system heat output

Specifications

BrandIntel
Processors TypeDesktop

Questions about this item

How much power does the Core i5-6500T draw when it runs continuously?

The i5-6500T is a low-power desktop CPU with a 2.50 GHz base clock, so sustained all-day load stays well within its thermal envelope.

What motherboard socket is required for the i5-6500T?

This processor fits the LGA 1151 socket, so you need a motherboard with that socket to install it.

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