Intel Core i5-10600KF
About processor
The Intel Core i5-10600KF is a powerful processor that delivers excellent performance for desktop computing. With a base clock speed of 4.1 GHz and the ability to boost up to 4.8 GHz, this chip is more than capable of handling demanding applications and multitasking. The 6 cores and 12 threads provide ample processing power for both productivity and gaming tasks.
The 14nm Comet Lake technology ensures efficient performance while the 125W TDP ensures that the processor can handle heavy workloads without throttling. The Geekbench 6 scores of 1696 for single-core and 6925 for multi-core performance further demonstrate the capabilities of this processor.
One of the key features of the i5-10600KF is its lack of integrated graphics, which may not be a concern for users who plan to pair it with a dedicated graphics card. This can actually be seen as a benefit for those who prioritize raw CPU performance over integrated graphics capabilities.
Overall, the Intel Core i5-10600KF is a fantastic choice for users who are looking for a high-performance CPU for their desktop systems, especially for gaming and productivity tasks. Its excellent single and multi-core performance, as well as its 6 core and 12 threads make it a strong contender in its price range.
Basic
Label Name
Intel
Platform
Desktop
Launch Date
April 2020
Model Name
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The Intel processor number is just one of several factors - along with processor brand, system configurations, and system-level benchmarks - to be considered when choosing the right processor for your computing needs.
i5-10600KF
Code Name
Comet Lake
CPU Specifications
Total Cores
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Cores is a hardware term that describes the number of independent central processing units in a single computing component (die or chip).
6
Total Threads
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Where applicable, Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology is only available on Performance-cores.
12
Basic Frequency
4.10 GHz
Max Turbo Frequency
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Max Turbo Frequency is the maximum single-core frequency at which the processor is capable of operating using Intel® Turbo Boost Technology and, if present, Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 and Intel® Thermal Velocity Boost. Frequency is typically measured in gigahertz (GHz), or billion cycles per second.
4.80 GHz
L3 Cache
12 MB
CPU Socket
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The socket is the component that provides the mechanical and electrical connections between the processor and motherboard.
FCLGA1200
Technology
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Lithography refers to the semiconductor technology used to manufacture an integrated circuit, and is reported in nanometer (nm), indicative of the size of features built on the semiconductor.
14 nm
TDP
125 W
Max. Operating Temperature
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Junction Temperature is the maximum temperature allowed at the processor die.
100°C
PCI Express Version
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PCI Express Revision is the supported version of the PCI Express standard. Peripheral Component Interconnect Express (or PCIe) is a high-speed serial computer expansion bus standard for attaching hardware devices to a computer. The different PCI Express versions support different data rates.
3.0
Instruction Set
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The instruction set is a hard program stored inside the CPU that guides and optimizes CPU operations. With these instruction sets, the CPU can run more efficiently. There are many manufacturers that design CPUs, which results in different instruction sets, such as the 8086 instruction set for the Intel camp and the RISC instruction set for the ARM camp. x86, ARM v8, and MIPS are all codes for instruction sets. Instruction sets can be extended; for example, x86 added 64-bit support to create x86-64. Manufacturers developing CPUs that are compatible with a certain instruction set need authorization from the instruction set patent holder. A typical example is Intel authorizing AMD, enabling the latter to develop CPUs compatible with the x86 instruction set.
64-bit
Memory Specifications
Memory Type
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Intel® processors come in four different types: Single Channel, Dual Channel, Triple Channel, and Flex Mode. Maximum supported memory speed may be lower when populating multiple DIMMs per channel on products that support multiple memory channels.
DDR4-2666
Max Memory Size
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Max memory size refers to the maximum memory capacity supported by the processor.
128 GB
Memory Channels
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The number of memory channels refers to the bandwidth operation for real world application.
2
Max Memory Bandwidth
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Max Memory bandwidth is the maximum rate at which data can be read from or stored into a semiconductor memory by the processor (in GB/s).
41.6 GB/s
Bus Speed
8 GT/s
Benchmarks
Geekbench 6
Single Core
Score
1696
Geekbench 6
Multi Core
Score
6925
Geekbench 5
Single Core
Score
1328
Geekbench 5
Multi Core
Score
6985
Passmark CPU
Single Core
Score
2934
Passmark CPU
Multi Core
Score
14342
Compared to Other CPU
Geekbench 6 Single Core
Geekbench 6 Multi Core
Geekbench 5 Single Core
Geekbench 5 Multi Core
Passmark CPU Single Core
Passmark CPU Multi Core