Intel Core i5

The Intel Core i5 processor was released in 2022 for desktop computers. It features six cores and twelve threads, with a clock speed ranging from 3500 MHz up to 5100 MHz. Built on a 5nm process and with a 125W power draw, it launched at approximately $319.

Released2022
Cores / threads6 / 12
Clock3500 MHz
Power125 W
Atlas performance index380 model estimate

Ranks #25 of 559 rated CPUs · top 4%. Fastest CPU we rate: 940.

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BrandIntel
FamilyDesktop
Released2022
Cores / threads6 / 12
Base clock3500 MHz
Boost clock5100 MHz
Power (TDP)125 W
Process5 nm
Launch price$319
Atlas performance index380 model estimate

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