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Core i5 Processors

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7 Core i5 processors. Most cost $150 to $340, and half cost less than $200.

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BrandIntel7
Cores66
Threads12361
SocketLGA12003LGA17002LGA11511
TDP65W7125W695W2
MakerIntel7
Processor lineCore i57
Integrated graphicsNo3
Boost clock4.0 to 4.9 GHz3
PriceUnder $1502Under $2003Under $2503Under $3002Under $4002$150 & above5$200 & above4$300 & above2
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TDP: 65W  ×Processor line: Core i5  ×7 resultsSort byRecommendedSpec scorePrice: low to highPrice: high to low
Intel

6 Cores, LGA1700, 65W, Intel

+6 cores with 12 threads for everyday computing and gaming builds
+65 W thermal design power for moderate cooling requirements
+LGA1700 socket for compatible modern motherboards
−No integrated graphics, so a separate graphics card is needed
$149.99-9%Was: $165.65
as of 11/04/2026 16:09 PST - Details
Intel

6 Cores, LGA1700, 65W, Intel

+6 cores for multitasking and everyday desktop workloads
+Listed base clock of 3.0GHz
+65W TDP for a moderate power envelope
$391.94
as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details
IntelSpec score 8.3

6 Cores, LGA1200, 65W, Intel

+Six cores and twelve threads for multitasking
+65W TDP for a standard cooling setup
+Uses the LGA1200 socket on the 400 Series platform
−No integrated graphics requires a separate graphics card
$194.35-14%Was: $224.99
as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details
Intel

65W, Intel, Core i5, No

+6 cores for everyday computing and gaming builds
+65 W thermal design power for moderate cooling requirements
+Sold as a tray processor for system builders
−No integrated graphics, so a separate graphics card is needed
$200.03
as of 11/04/2026 16:09 PST - Details
IntelSpec score 7.9

6 Cores, LGA1151, 65W, Intel

+6 cores and 6 threads for everyday desktop tasks
+65W TDP for a moderate power envelope
+LGA1151 socket for 300 series motherboards
$129.57
as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details
IntelSpec score 8.3

6 Cores, LGA1200, 65W, Intel

+Six cores and twelve threads for multitasking
+65W TDP for a standard cooling setup
+Uses the LGA1200 socket on the 400 Series platform
$239.99
as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details
IntelSpec score 8.3

6 Cores, LGA1200, 65W, Intel

+Six cores and twelve threads for multitasking
+65W TDP for a standard cooling setup
+Uses the LGA1200 socket on the 400 Series platform
$340.60
as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details

Compare specs

processorCoresSocketMakerProcessor lineIntegrated graphicsSpec scorePrice
6LGA1700IntelCore i5Non/a$149.99
as of 11/04/2026 16:09 PST - Details
6LGA1700IntelCore i5n/a$391.94
as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details
6LGA1200IntelCore i5No8.3$194.35
as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details
IntelCore i5Non/a$200.03
as of 11/04/2026 16:09 PST - Details
6LGA1151IntelCore i57.9$129.57
as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details
6LGA1200IntelCore i58.3$239.99
as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details
6LGA1200IntelCore i58.3$340.60
as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details

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