Average Bench: 63.6% (523rd of 1442)

more Based on 241,476 user benchmarks.  Devices: BFEBFBFF000506E3, , 0F8BFBFF000506E3, BFEBFBFF000906E9, 0000000000000000, 1F8BFBFF000506E3, 0FABFBFF000506E3, 1789FBFF000506E3, 1FABFBFF000506E3 Models: Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-6500 CPU @ 3.20GHz, Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-6500 CPU @ 4.20GHz
Poor: 43%Average: 63.6% Great: 73%
Gaming
Gaming 64%
Destroyer
Desktop
Desktop 69%
Battle cruiser
Workstation
Workstation 48%
Yacht

Above average average bench

The Intel Core i5-6500 averaged 36.4% lower than the peak scores attained by the group leaders. This isn't a great result which indicates that there are much faster alternatives on the comparison list.

Strengths

Avg. Memory Latency 75.7Pts
Avg. Single Core Speed 92.1Pts

Above average consistency

The range of scores (95th - 5th percentile) for the Intel Core i5-6500 is 30.2%. This is a relatively narrow range which indicates that the Intel Core i5-6500 performs reasonably consistently under varying real world conditions.

Weaknesses

Avg. Multi Core Speed 319Pts
Avg. Octa Core Speed 315Pts
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Average Bench

(Based on 241,476 samples)
Min Avg Max
44.9 Memory 75.7 89.3
62.8 1-Core 92.1 103
116 2-Core 182 203
66.8% 117 Pts
Min Avg Max
182 4-Core 296 366
210 8-Core 315 374
40.4% 305 Pts
Min Avg Max
220 64-Core 319 376
19.8% 319 Pts
User Benchmarks BenchNormalHeavyServer
The fastest CPU (mainstream) averages a speed of 100%
U3E1, 1 CPU, 4 cores, 4 threads
Base clock 3.2 GHz, turbo 3.3 GHz (avg)
Memory 92.5
1-Core 102
2-Core 198
76% 131 Pts
4-Core 385
8-Core 386
52% 386 Pts
64-Core 384
24% 384 Pts
U3E1, 1 CPU, 4 cores, 4 threads
Base clock 3.2 GHz, turbo 3.3 GHz (avg)
Memory 90.6
1-Core 104
2-Core 205
77% 133 Pts
4-Core 393
8-Core 394
53% 394 Pts
64-Core 396
24% 396 Pts
Socket 0, 1 CPU, 4 cores, 4 threads
Base clock 3.2 GHz, turbo 3.3 GHz (avg)
Memory 79.5
1-Core 100
2-Core 195
71% 125 Pts
4-Core 387
8-Core 398
52% 393 Pts
64-Core 398
25% 398 Pts
LGA1151, 1 CPU, 4 cores, 4 threads
Base clock 3.2 GHz, turbo 3.3 GHz (avg)
Memory 81
1-Core 95.1
2-Core 190
70% 122 Pts
4-Core 354
8-Core 367
48% 360 Pts
64-Core 370
23% 370 Pts
Socket 0, 1 CPU, 4 cores, 4 threads
Base clock 3.2 GHz, turbo 3.3 GHz (avg)
Memory 74.1
1-Core 98.6
2-Core 198
70% 124 Pts
4-Core 384
8-Core 387
52% 385 Pts
64-Core 383
24% 383 Pts
U3E1, 1 CPU, 4 cores, 4 threads
Base clock 3.2 GHz, turbo 3.3 GHz (avg)
Memory 72.4
1-Core 99.1
2-Core 195
69% 122 Pts
4-Core 398
8-Core 340
51% 369 Pts
64-Core 386
24% 386 Pts
LGA1151, 1 CPU, 4 cores, 4 threads
Base clock 3.2 GHz, turbo 3.3 GHz (avg)
Memory 80.8
1-Core 78.8
2-Core 183
66% 114 Pts
4-Core 337
8-Core 270
42% 304 Pts
64-Core 312
19% 312 Pts
Socket 0, 1 CPU, 4 cores, 4 threads
Base clock 3.2 GHz, turbo 3.3 GHz (avg)
Memory 79.7
1-Core 104
2-Core 203
73% 129 Pts
4-Core 308
8-Core 349
43% 329 Pts
64-Core 340
21% 340 Pts
U3E1, 1 CPU, 4 cores, 4 threads
Base clock 3.2 GHz, turbo 3.3 GHz (avg)
Memory 74.4
1-Core 87.5
2-Core 172
64% 111 Pts
4-Core 308
8-Core 220
37% 264 Pts
64-Core 336
21% 336 Pts
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MSRP ≈ $202 @ launch in Sep '15
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Typical Core i5-6500 Builds (Compare 5,166 builds) See popular component choices, score breakdowns and rankings
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Gaming 10%
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Desktop
Desktop 63%
Destroyer
Workstation
Workstation 9%
Tree trunk

Motherboard: Dell OptiPlex 7040

EDIT WITH CUSTOM PC BUILDER Value: 94% - Outstanding Total price: $67

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 Specifications

Essentials

DescriptionIntel® Core™ i5-6500 Processor (6M Cache, up to 3.60 GHz)
Code NameSkylake
Launch DateQ3'15
Processor Numberi5-6500
# of Cores4
# of Threads4
Cache6 MB SmartCache
Instruction Set64-bit
Instruction Set ExtensionsSSE4.1/4.2, AVX 2.0
Embedded Options AvailableYes
Lithography14 nm
Recommended Price$192.00 - $202.00
Clock Speed3.2 GHz
Max Turbo Frequency3.6 GHz
Bus Speed8 GT/s DMI3
Scalability1S Only
Max TDP65 W
Thermal Solution SpecificationPCG 2015C (65W)

Graphics

Processor GraphicsIntel® HD Graphics 530
Graphics Base Frequency350 MHz
Graphics OutputeDP/DP/HDMI/DVI
Wireless DisplayYes
# of Displays Supported3
Graphics Max Dynamic Frequency1.05 GHz
Quick Sync VideoYes
InTru 3D TechYes
Clear Video HD TechYes
Intel InsiderYes
Clear Video Tech for MIDYes
Graphics Video Max Memory64 GB

Memory

Max Memory Size64 GB
Memory TypesDDR4-1866/2133, DDR3L-1333/1600 @ 1.35V
Memory Channels2
Memory Bandwidth34.1 GB/s
ECC Memory SupportedNo

Expansion Options

PCI Express Revision3.0
PCI Express ConfigurationsUp to 1x16, 2x8, 1x8+2x4
Max # of PCI Express Lanes16

Data Protection

AES New InstructionsYes
Secure KeyYes

Advanced Technologies

Virtualization Tech (VT-x)Yes
Intel 64Yes
Idle StatesYes
Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® TechYes
Thermal Monitoring TechnologiesYes
Turbo Boost Tech2.0
Hyper-Threading TechNo
Virtualization for Directed I/O (VT-d)Yes
VT-x with Extended Page Tables (EPT)Yes
TSX-NIYes
vPro TechYes
Identity Protection TechYes
Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP)Yes
Small Business AdvantageYes

Package

Package Size37.5mm x 37.5mm
Graphics and IMC Lithography14 nm
Max CPU Configuration1
Sockets SupportedFCLGA1151

Platform Protection

Execute Disable BitYes
OS GuardYes
Trusted Execution TechYes

 Comments

Skylake 6th generation Core i5 processor...

Added 8 years ago.

Excellent

2 years ago.

budget central process unit , Low power consumption , seeking to buy Intel® Core™ i7-8700 Processor for socket 1151 in amazon or new egg without update the motherboard however the RGB motherboard looks attractive


Good

9 days ago.

I got this cpu plus a motherboard, ram, 1 terabyte hard drive with windows 10 pro and a disk reader all used for 90. I slapped in a gtx 1060 that I got used for 65, and now I’m comfortably playing games at 1080p for only 165 dollars


Poor

2 months ago.

Muito melhor que um PENTIUM, né...


Terrible

6 days ago.

Overpriced, only rocking 4 cores 4 treads


Good

10 months ago.

boost it for 4.5ghz+gtx1070 on the z170E... the best choice


Poor

5 months ago.

This is a fast 4 core and 4 threads CPU. Making it a snappy enough for gaming and everyday task. It beats the newer i5-7400. I'm running the i5-6500 with a GTX 970 and there is no bottleneck.


Good

4 months ago.

This CPU has been with me for 3 years, for the money, it still is a nicely working mid field CPU.


Excellent

14 months ago.

i am using this procesor for over 3 years and i like it


Good

17 months ago.

BANG 4 BUCK right here. running this thing at 4.5 ghz is just awesomeness. not giving it 10 because my chip can't run any faster with out increasing my voltage like insanely high. like 1.4 to achieve 4.6...


Excellent

2 months ago.

I have Experienced Performance (80%) way above Expectation and Average Bench


Terrible

6 years ago.

it low for 4k


Average

5 years ago.

Mediocre performance for it's price.


Very good

7 years ago.

Very good value CPU that handles rather nice BCLK-OC!


Excellent

5 years ago.

Amazing price/performance if you can get your hands on a z170 board with an old bios. Overclocked mine to over 4.5GHz


Outstanding

7 years ago.

Achieved 4.8GHz using air cooler. For everyday use I am running at 4.5GHz. All in all, Incredible CPU for the money.


Excellent

7 years ago.

that's so fast, my background apps occupy about 1%of cpu and now i'm trying that cpu with different games, i love it!


Excellent

6 years ago.

Bang For The Buck bought two years ago and still fast enough. . 105% 131 Pts.. 118% 519 Pts.. 78% 519 Pts..


Good

5 years ago.

Still a good CPU, achieved a score of 106% today with a 4.6GHz overclock


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