PC PARTPERFORMANCE
ProcessorsRECORD I56600K

Core i5-6600K

4 cores / 4 threads · Skylake · LGA1151

ManufacturerIntel
Released2015
PlatformSkylake · LGA1151

What it is

A processor handles game logic, operating-system work and general computation. Core count, clock behavior, cache, architecture and workload determine performance.

This catalog record identifies the Core i5-6600K as 4 cores / 4 threads. The figures below are reference specifications and should be read with the linked manufacturer source and record notes.

Specifications

Indexed values
CPU cores4
CPU threads4
Boost clock3.9 GHz
Base clock3.5 GHz
L3 cache6 MB
CPU TDP91 W

Source notes

Reference-model specifications. Product revisions, partner models, operating conditions and regional variants may differ.

Open Intel source