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Intel

Intel Core i5-8600 BX80684I58600 desktop processor

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Six-core desktop processor with 3.1 GHz base and 4.3 GHz turbo, LGA 1151 socket, integrated UHD Graphics 630, DDR4 support and included cooler

  • Processors TypeDesktop
  • NameCore i5-8600
  • CPU Socket TypeLGA 1151 (300 Series)
  • Core NameCoffee Lake
  • # of Cores6-Core
  • # of Threads6-Threads
  • 6 cores handle multi-threaded workloads at 3.1 GHz base
  • Turbo up to 4.3 GHz lifts single-thread speed
  • 9 MB L3 cache keeps frequent data close
  • Intel UHD Graphics 630 drives displays without a discrete card
  • Boxed cooler included for 65 W thermal design

Desktop 6-core processor for mid-range builds

The Intel Core i5-8600 is a six-core desktop CPU with a base frequency of 3.1 GHz and a maximum turbo of 4.3 GHz. It includes Intel UHD Graphics 630 and a boxed cooler. The processor targets mainstream users who want solid multi-threaded performance for everyday workloads and gaming.

Verify motherboard and memory compatibility

This CPU fits only LGA 1151 sockets on Intel 300-series chipsets. Confirm that your board is a 300-series model before purchase. The memory controller supports DDR4 modules; check your board's qualified vendor list for speed and capacity limits.

Upgrade from dual-core

Replacing a two-core or four-core 8th-generation part with this six-core model adds two extra threads and higher turbo headroom. The jump is worthwhile when you run modern titles, stream while gaming, or compile code regularly.

Highlights

  • 6 cores handle multi-threaded workloads at 3.1 GHz base
  • Turbo up to 4.3 GHz lifts single-thread speed
  • 9 MB L3 cache keeps frequent data close
  • Intel UHD Graphics 630 drives displays without a discrete card
  • Boxed cooler included for 65 W thermal design

Specifications

BrandIntel
Processors TypeDesktop
SeriesCore i5 8th Gen
NameCore i5-8600
ModelBX80684I58600
CPU Socket TypeLGA 1151 (300 Series)
Core NameCoffee Lake
# of Cores6-Core
# of Threads6-Threads
Operating Frequency3.1 GHz
Max Turbo Frequency4.3 GHz
Bus Speed8 GT/s
L3 Cache9MB
Manufacturing Tech14nm

Questions about this item

Does the BX80684I58600 box include a cooler or must one be bought separately?

The retail package includes a fan and cooler so no separate purchase is required.

How do I choose between the 3.1 GHz base and 4.3 GHz turbo figures when comparing this i5-8600 to other models?

The 3.1 GHz base is the guaranteed all-core speed; the 4.3 GHz turbo is the maximum single-core boost reached when thermal headroom allows.

What does the 4.3 GHz turbo mean for frame rates once the processor is installed in a real system?

It raises single-thread performance in games and VR workloads, lifting peak frame rates while the 6 cores and 9 MB L3 cache sustain throughput.

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