

Intel Core i5-6500 6th Gen Desktop Processor (4 Cores, 4 Threads, up to 3.6 GHz, LGA 1151) - SR28X
Brand: Intel
Model: Core i5-6500 (6th Gen, SR28X)
Cores / Threads: 4 Cores / 4 Threads
Clocks: 3.2 GHz base, up to 3.6 GHz Turbo
Cache: 6 MB Smart Cache
Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 530
Socket: LGA 1151, DDR4-2133, PCIe 3.0
TDP: 65 W
Product Overview
The Intel® Core™ i5-6500 (6th Gen, Skylake) is a desktop processor with 4 cores and 4 threads, a 3.2 GHz base clock and up to 3.6 GHz Turbo, 6 MB Intel® Smart Cache, and integrated Intel® HD Graphics 530. Built for the LGA 1151 socket with a 65 W TDP, it is a reliable choice for everyday home and office desktops. (S-spec SR28X.)
Key Features
- Brand: Intel
- Model: Core i5-6500 (6th Gen, SR28X)
- Architecture: 6th Gen Skylake (14 nm)
- Cores / Threads: 4 Cores, 4 Threads
- Base Clock: 3.2 GHz; Max Turbo: up to 3.6 GHz
- Cache: 6 MB Intel Smart Cache
- Integrated Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 530
- Memory: DDR4-2133 / DDR3L-1600, up to 64 GB, dual channel
- Expansion: PCIe 3.0
- TDP: 65 W
- Socket: LGA 1151 (100-series chipsets)
Performance & Efficiency
With 4 cores and Turbo up to 3.6 GHz at 65 W, the Core i5-6500 handles everyday computing, office productivity, web browsing and light multitasking efficiently.
Graphics & Display
Integrated Intel HD Graphics 530 supports everyday display output and media playback without a discrete graphics card.
Compatibility & Expandability
The LGA 1151 socket is compatible with 100-series motherboards. The platform supports DDR4-2133 (or DDR3L-1600) memory up to 64 GB and PCIe 3.0 for storage and add-in cards.
Ideal For
- Home and office desktops
- Everyday computing and browsing
- Budget builds and upgrades
- Basic productivity
General
- CPU SocketLGA 1151
- SeriesCore i5
- GenerationIntel 6th Gen
- Cores4 Core
- Speed3.00 to 3.49 GHz
- Processor Count1
- Cache6 MB
CPU Details
- Socket TypeLGA 1151
- Threads4 Threads
- Integrated GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 530
- TDP (W)65 W
- Max Boost Clock3.6 GHz
- Cooler IncludedNo
- Warranty Duration3 Years
Memory & Platform
- Memory TypeDDR4-2133
- Max Memory Supported64 GB
- Memory ChannelsDual Channel
- PCIe VersionPCIe 3.0
- Lithography14 nm
- Launch Year2015



