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Intel Core i5 11600 Review | 78 Data compared

Avg. price in UK: ~£150
Avg. price in US: ~$160
PassMark benchmark result: 17954
N. of physical cores: 6
CPU boost clock speed: 4.8 GHz

Intel Core i5 11600 review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

5.8

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5.6

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8.3

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6.1
Gaming
Score components:
30.0%
6.0
PassMark single-core benchmark score
25.0%
9.0
Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
20.0%
7.0
CPU boost clock speed
17.0%
2.7
L3 cache
8.0%
2.6
N. of physical cores
3.5
Video editing
Score components:
45.0%
4.0
Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
20.0%
2.6
N. of physical cores
20.0%
4.0
CPU threads
15.0%
2.7
L3 cache

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The Intel Core i5-11600 is a mid-range 11th Gen Rocket Lake desktop processor featuring 6 cores, 12 threads, and a base clock of 2.80 GHz that boosts up to 4.80 GHz. Built on a 14nm process with a 65W TDP, it includes 12MB of Intel Smart Cache, support for DDR4-3200 memory, and integrated Intel UHD Graphics 750. Main pros include strong single-core performance ideal for gaming, support for PCIe 4.0 for faster SSD speeds, and significant improvements in integrated graphics over the previous generation. Common cons include higher power consumption compared to some competitors and multi-threaded performance that may lag behind equivalent Ryzen processors in heavy productivity tasks.

Technical Specifications of processor Intel Core i5 11600

Overall score

5.8

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Popularity

What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the processor.

When it matters: When you prefer to choose a processor reviewed and selected by many other buyers.

Platform

8.0

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Brand name

What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.

When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Processor type

What it is: The kind of system the processor is built for, such as desktop PCs, laptops, workstations, or servers.

When it matters: When you want a processor meant for the kind of machine you are actually building or buying, rather than a chip aimed at a different class of system.

Importance: HIGH

CPU socket

What it is: The physical socket the processor fits into on the motherboard.

When it matters: When you need to make sure the CPU can actually be installed on a specific motherboard.

Importance: HIGH

Chipset

What it is: The motherboard chipset families officially meant to work with the processor.

When it matters: When you are checking whether a CPU will work with the motherboard features and platform you plan to use.

Importance: HIGH

CPU architecture

What it is: The processor family or design generation behind the chip, such as Zen 4 or Raptor Lake.

When it matters: When you are comparing CPUs across generations and want a clearer sense of their design age, feature level, and expected performance class.

Importance: HIGH

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Performance

5.2

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N. of physical cores

What it is: The number of physical CPU cores on the processor.

When it matters: When you run workloads that benefit from more real cores.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 8+

CPU threads

What it is: The total number of processing threads the CPU can handle at once.

When it matters: When you run heavily threaded workloads or multitask a lot.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 16+

Threads per core

What it is: The number of threads each physical core can handle at once.

When it matters: When you want to understand how much thread-level parallelism each core can provide in multitasking or heavily threaded work.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: 2

CPU boost clock speed

What it is: The highest clock speed the processor can reach under boost conditions.

When it matters: When you care about peak speed in short bursts.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >4.7 GHz

CPU base clock speed

What it is: The processor's normal all-core starting frequency before boost behavior raises clocks temporarily.

When it matters: When you care about steadier performance in longer workloads rather than short burst speed alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Cache & Architecture

5.5

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Semiconductor size

What it is: The manufacturing process node used to produce the processor, usually expressed in nanometers.

When it matters: When efficiency, heat, and the relative modernity of the chip-making process matter to your comparison.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <10 nm

Foundry

What it is: The semiconductor manufacturer that physically fabricates the processor chip.

When it matters: When process source, manufacturing generation, or foundry differences matter to your comparison more than day-to-day performance alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

L3 cache

What it is: The total amount of L3 cache available on the processor.

When it matters: When you want better performance in cache-sensitive workloads and games.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=16 MB

L2 cache

What it is: The total amount of L2 cache available across the processor.

When it matters: When you want to compare CPU design efficiency and how much fast intermediate cache the cores have available.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=6 MB

L1 cache

What it is: The total amount of L1 cache built into the processor, which sits closest to the cores.

When it matters: When you are comparing low-level CPU design details rather than the broader performance picture buyers usually notice first.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=512 KB

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Memory & PCIe

6.7

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DDR memory version

What it is: The RAM generation the processor is designed to support, such as DDR4 or DDR5.

When it matters: When you need the CPU to match the kind of memory platform you want to buy or reuse.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: DDR5

Maximum memory speed

What it is: The highest official memory speed supported by the processor.

When it matters: When you choose RAM and want to know the supported speed ceiling.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=4800 MHz

Max memory speed (JEDEC)

What it is: The highest official RAM speed the processor supports under standard JEDEC settings, before any memory overclocking profiles are applied.

When it matters: When officially supported stock RAM speed matters more than XMP, EXPO, or manual memory tuning.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5600 MHz

Max memory speed (XMP / EXPO)

What it is: The highest memory speed supported through XMP or EXPO profiles.

When it matters: When you want faster RAM through memory profiles.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5200 MHz

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Maximum memory capacity

What it is: The largest total amount of memory officially supported by the processor.

When it matters: When you plan a system with very large RAM capacity.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=128 GB

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Integrated Graphics

7.4

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Integrated graphics

What it is: Includes built-in graphics, so the system can output video without a separate graphics card.

When it matters: When you want the PC to work without a dedicated GPU, or you are building an office, media, compact, or troubleshooting-friendly system.

Importance: HIGH

Integrated GPU model

What it is: The model name of the integrated graphics processor, if present.

When it matters: When you plan to use the CPU's built-in graphics.

Importance: MEDIUM

Integrated GPU execution units

What it is: The number of execution units available in the integrated graphics part of the processor.

When it matters: When you plan to rely on built-in graphics and want a better sense of its light gaming, display, or media capability.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=24

Integrated GPU base frequency

What it is: The base operating frequency of the integrated GPU.

When it matters: When integrated graphics performance matters to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=350 MHz

Integrated media encoders/decoders

What it is: The hardware media formats the processor can encode or decode directly.

When it matters: When you stream, edit video, or rely on hardware media acceleration.

Importance: LOW

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Power & Thermal

5.5

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TDP (Thermal design power)

What it is: The rated thermal design power, which gives a general idea of cooling and power needs.

When it matters: When you choose a cooler or build in a tighter case.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <30 W

Base power (PL1)

What it is: The sustained power target used for longer CPU loads.

When it matters: When you choose cooling and power delivery for sustained workloads.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <30 W

Boost power (PL2)

What it is: The short-term boost power limit the processor may draw under heavier turbo loads.

When it matters: When you size cooling and power delivery for peak turbo behavior.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <50 W

Tau (power duration limit)

What it is: The time limit the CPU can stay at higher boost power before dropping toward sustained power.

When it matters: When you want to understand turbo behavior under longer loads.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=28 s

Configurable TDP

What it is: Allows the processor to run in alternate power modes instead of being fixed to one default TDP target.

When it matters: When you want more control over heat, noise, and power draw in compact systems, quieter builds, or thermally limited machines.

Importance: LOW

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Intel Core i5 11600 vs the average processor

Why is Intel Core i5 11600 better than the average processor?

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Includes stock cooler
Intel Core i5 11600 includes a stock cooler, the average processor does not.
What it is: A stock CPU cooler is included in the box with the processor.
When it matters: When total build cost matters and you need to know whether separate cooling must be bought right away.
Importance: MEDIUM
Intel Core i5 11600 includes a stock cooler, the average processor does not.
32.2% better single-core performance
Intel Core i5 11600 has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,282 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
What it is: A benchmark score that reflects single-core CPU performance.
When it matters: When you care about responsiveness in lighter or older software.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: >3200
Intel Core i5 11600 has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,282 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.3,282 vs 2,483
11.6% higher boost clock
Intel Core i5 11600 has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (4.8 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
What it is: The highest clock speed the processor can reach under boost conditions.
When it matters: When you care about peak speed in short bursts.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: >4.7 GHz
Intel Core i5 11600 has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (4.8 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.4.8 GHz vs 4.3 GHz
Newer PCIe version
Intel Core i5 11600 supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (4 vs 3.0).
What it is: The newest PCIe generation the processor can use directly for graphics cards, SSDs, and other high-speed expansion devices.
When it matters: When you want support for newer GPUs or SSDs, or more bandwidth for high-speed expansion hardware.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: 4.0
Intel Core i5 11600 supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (4 vs 3.0).4.0 vs 3.0
Supports memory overclocking
Intel Core i5 11600 supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not.
What it is: Allows memory speeds beyond official stock settings through manual tuning or profile-based overclocking.
When it matters: When you want to push RAM performance higher than stock support allows, especially in enthusiast or gaming builds.
Importance: MEDIUM
Intel Core i5 11600 supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not.
44.6% better multi-core performance
Intel Core i5 11600 has a higher multi-core performance than the average processor (4,023 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.
What it is: A Cinebench R20 score that reflects how well the processor handles long, heavy rendering workloads across many cores.
When it matters: When you care about sustained multi-core performance in rendering, compiling, heavy creation work, or productivity workloads that use many threads.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: >4700
Intel Core i5 11600 has a higher multi-core performance than the average processor (4,023 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.4,023 vs 2,783
4 more PCIe lanes
Intel Core i5 11600 has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (20 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
What it is: The number of PCIe lanes provided directly by the processor.
When it matters: When you connect fast GPUs, SSDs, or expansion cards.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: >=20
Intel Core i5 11600 has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (20 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.20 vs 16
65.1% higher multi-core score
Intel Core i5 11600 has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (7,914 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
What it is: A Geekbench 6 score that reflects multi-core CPU performance in mixed modern workloads.
When it matters: When you want a quick picture of multi-core speed in everyday mixed workloads, multitasking, and broadly optimized software.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: >8500
Intel Core i5 11600 has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (7,914 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.7,914 vs 4,793
Includes crypto acceleration
Intel Core i5 11600 includes crypto acceleration, the average processor does not.
Modern CPU socket
Intel Core i5 11600 uses a more modern CPU socket than the average processor (LGA1200 vs FP2).
32.2% better single-core performance
Intel Core i5 11600 has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,282 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
11.6% higher boost clock
Intel Core i5 11600 has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (4.8 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
44.6% better multi-core performance
Intel Core i5 11600 has a higher multi-core performance than the average processor (4,023 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.
65.1% higher multi-core score
Intel Core i5 11600 has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (7,914 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
70.5% higher PassMark score
Intel Core i5 11600 has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (17,954 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
21.1% higher Cinebench R20 single-core score
Intel Core i5 11600 has a higher Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (586 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.
4 more CPU threads
Intel Core i5 11600 has more CPU threads than the average processor (12 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
More advanced microarchitecture
Intel Core i5 11600 uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Rocket Lake vs Kaby Lake).
50% larger L3 cache
Intel Core i5 11600 has a higher L3 cache than the average processor (12 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.
16.7% more L3 per core
Intel Core i5 11600 has more L3 cache per core than the average processor (2 MB/core vs 1,714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1,714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
Newer PCIe version
Intel Core i5 11600 supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (4 vs 3.0).
Supports memory overclocking
Intel Core i5 11600 supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not.
4 more PCIe lanes
Intel Core i5 11600 has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (20 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
2x more memory capacity
Intel Core i5 11600 has more maximum memory capacity than the average processor (128 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
Includes stock cooler
Intel Core i5 11600 includes a stock cooler, the average processor does not.

Cache & Architecture

Power & Thermal

Why is Intel Core i5 11600 worse than the average processor?

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55.1% larger die size
Intel Core i5 11600 has a higher die size than the average processor (276 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
16.7% larger process node
Intel Core i5 11600 has a higher process node than the average processor (14 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
2.41x higher boost power
Intel Core i5 11600 has a higher boost power draw than the average processor (154 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.
44.4% higher base power
Intel Core i5 11600 has a higher base power draw than the average processor (65 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
No configurable TDP
Intel Core i5 11600 does not support configurable TDP, the average processor does.
44.4% higher TDP
Intel Core i5 11600 has a higher TDP than the average processor (65 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.
2.41x higher boost power
Intel Core i5 11600 has a higher boost power draw than the average processor (154 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.
What it is: The short-term boost power limit the processor may draw under heavier turbo loads.
When it matters: When you size cooling and power delivery for peak turbo behavior.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: <50 W
Intel Core i5 11600 has a higher boost power draw than the average processor (154 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.154 W vs 64 W
55.1% larger die size
Intel Core i5 11600 has a higher die size than the average processor (276 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
What it is: The physical area of the processor die, usually measured in square millimeters.
When it matters: When you are comparing chip scale, packaging density, or broader design differences rather than direct user-visible performance.
Importance: LOW
Good value: <150 mm²
Intel Core i5 11600 has a higher die size than the average processor (276 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².276 mm² vs 178 mm²
16.7% larger process node
Intel Core i5 11600 has a higher process node than the average processor (14 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
What it is: The manufacturing process node used to produce the processor, usually expressed in nanometers.
When it matters: When efficiency, heat, and the relative modernity of the chip-making process matter to your comparison.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: <10 nm
Intel Core i5 11600 has a higher process node than the average processor (14 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.14 nm vs 12 nm
44.4% higher base power
Intel Core i5 11600 has a higher base power draw than the average processor (65 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
What it is: The sustained power target used for longer CPU loads.
When it matters: When you choose cooling and power delivery for sustained workloads.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: <30 W
Intel Core i5 11600 has a higher base power draw than the average processor (65 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.65 W vs 45 W
No configurable TDP
Intel Core i5 11600 does not support configurable TDP, the average processor does.
What it is: Allows the processor to run in alternate power modes instead of being fixed to one default TDP target.
When it matters: When you want more control over heat, noise, and power draw in compact systems, quieter builds, or thermally limited machines.
Importance: LOW
Intel Core i5 11600 does not support configurable TDP, the average processor does.
44.4% higher TDP
Intel Core i5 11600 has a higher TDP than the average processor (65 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.
What it is: The rated thermal design power, which gives a general idea of cooling and power needs.
When it matters: When you choose a cooler or build in a tighter case.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: <30 W
Intel Core i5 11600 has a higher TDP than the average processor (65 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.65 W vs 45 W

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(Reviews last updated: May 2026)

What customers like about Intel Core i5 11600?

Excellent single-threaded performance that remains an Intel strength
Great for gaming-focused builds, especially at 1080p and 1440p resolutions
Competitive price-to-performance ratio compared to equivalent AMD Ryzen 5 models
Features a significant IPC (Instructions Per Cycle) jump over 10th generation predecessors
Support for modern standards like PCIe 4.0 and faster DDR4-3200 memory
Integrated graphics perform roughly double that of 10th gen Intel chips

What customers dislike about Intel Core i5 11600?

High power consumption, specifically during multithreaded workloads or when power limits are removed
Does not include a stock cooler, requiring an additional purchase for a capable thermal solution
Can run quite hot without high-end air cooling or an AIO liquid cooler
Fails to match the multi-core efficiency of competitor chips like the Ryzen 5 5600X
Locked multiplier on the base i5-11600 model limits overclocking potential compared to the K-series
May require a more expensive Z590 or high-end B560 motherboard to fully utilize its features

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pcmag.com

30/03/2021

Intel Core i5-11600K Review - PCMag

The Intel Core i5-11600K is a six-core, twelve-thread "Rocket Lake" CPU offering strong, competitive single-threaded performance for gamers, surpassing 10th Gen counterparts by roughly 20%. Pros include aggressive pricing, solid gaming performance with a discrete GPU, and an improved UHD Graphics 750 integrated GPU. While stable under normal conditions, the chip falls short of the...Read more

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30/03/2021

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Puget Systems' review of the 11th Gen Intel Core processors indicates improved per-core performance, particularly in lightly threaded applications like Adobe Photoshop and After Effects, where the i5-11600K and i7-11700K are competitive. The platform also offers modernized features including PCIe Gen4 support and improved Quick Sync, which provide benefits for specific video editing...Read more

steveshardware.com

06/06/2021

Intel Core i5 11600K Review: six core wars

The Intel Core i5-11600K is a competitive 6-core, 12-thread CPU utilizing "Cypress Cove" architecture to deliver significant IPC increases over previous generations, making it a strong contender in the mid-range market. Key advantages include aggressive pricing, excellent single-threaded performance, and native PCIe 4.0 support. However, the chip suffers from high power consumption,...Read more

trustedreviews.com

30/03/2021

Intel Core i5-11600K Review

The Intel Core i5-11600K is identified by Trusted Reviews as a standout mid-range processor, delivering gaming performance closely matching the flagship i9-11900K at a significantly lower price point. Featuring 6 cores and 12 threads, the 11th-gen chip excels in single-core tasks and introduces necessary PCIe 4.0 support for high-speed storage, proving highly efficient in thermal...Read more

tweaktown.com

30/03/2021

Intel Core i5-11600K "Rocket Lake S" CPU Review

The TweakTown review identifies the Intel Core i5-11600K as a highly competitive mid-range processor, featuring a 19% increase in IPC over its predecessor to effectively compete with AMD's Zen 3. It excels in gaming and single-threaded tasks, offering great value for the LGA 1200 socket, especially with Z590 platform features. While offering strong gaming performance at $269, a...Read more

pcgamer.com

30/03/2021

Intel Core i5-11600K review - PC Gamer

The PC Gamer review highlights the Intel Core i5-11600K as a strong, high-value processor for gaming, offering a 19% IPC increase over the previous generation through its Cypress Cove architecture. It excels in single-core performance, rivaling more expensive chips in gaming, and features PCIe 4.0 support, although it falls behind competitors in multi-threaded tasks. Key cons noted...Read more

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30/03/2021

Intel Core i5-11600K vs. AMD Ryzen 5 5600 vs. Core i5-10600K

The Intel Core i5-11600K offers a 10% to 20% productivity boost over the 10600K, largely due to a 20% increase in instructions per clock (IPC), making it competitive with the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X. While gaming performance shows a modest 5% improvement over the previous generation, it remains a strong choice for gaming builds, especially with the addition of PCIe 4.0 support. However,...Read more

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Intel Core i5-11600K review: It's easy to recommend

The Intel Core i5-11600K is identified as a superb, high-performance option for gaming, delivering impressive frame rates in titles like The Division 2 and Shadow of the Tomb Raider. Key advantages highlighted include an unlocked multiplier for overclocking, native PCIe 4.0 support for faster SSDs, and compatibility with the existing LGA 1200 socket. While efficient and cool under...Read more

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02/04/2021

Intel Core i5-11600K review - TechRadar

The Intel Core i5-11600K is a 6-core, 12-thread processor that stands out as a mid-range gaming highlight of Intel's 11th-generation Rocket Lake lineup, offering strong performance to rival the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X. It features the Cypress Cove architecture, which introduces PCIe 4.0 support for faster storage, alongside a respectable 3.9GHz base clock, making it an excellent choice...Read more

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The CPUBenchmark.net comparison shows the Intel i5-11600K holds an 8% multi-threaded performance advantage over the i5-11600 due to higher base clocks, while maintaining similar single-thread speeds. The K-series offers the advantage of an unlocked multiplier for overclocking, but suffers from higher power consumption (125W TDP) and increased thermal output compared to the 65W...Read more

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Intel Core i5-11600 @ 2.80GHz - CPU Benchmarks

The Intel Core i5-11600 is a 6-core, 12-thread 11th Gen "Rocket Lake" processor with a 2.8 GHz base frequency, 4.8 GHz boost, and an integrated UHD Graphics 750, delivering a strong single-thread score of 3,282 and a 17,953 multi-threaded rating. Pros include excellent gaming performance and a 65W power efficiency that lowers operating costs compared to the "K" variant. Conversely,...Read more

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Intel Core i9-11900K and Intel Core i5-11600K Review

The OCinside.de review of Intel's 11th-gen "Rocket Lake-S" processors highlights the Cypress Cove architecture and PCIe 4.0 support as key improvements for the LGA1200 platform. However, the flagship i9-11900K is criticized for reducing the core count to eight, leading to high power consumption and thermal challenges that make it struggle against competitors. While the i9 is deemed...Read more

pcmasters.de

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Intel Core i5-11600KF Review - PC Masters

The PCMasters review of the Intel Core i5-11600KF highlights the 6-core Rocket Lake-S processor as a refined, mid-range option with strong single-core performance and significantly improved memory support for DDR4-3200. In gaming benchmarks, the chip excels, often outperforming the Ryzen 7 3700X and approaching the previous-gen flagship Core i9-10900K. However, the review notes...Read more

galaxus.de

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Intel Core i5-11600K: Progress in Applications, Near Stagnation in Games

The Galaxus review of the Intel Core i5-11600K highlights significant, up to 20% improvements in productivity tasks like Blender and Photoshop, driven by the new Cypress Cove architecture. Pros include this increased IPC and the addition of PCIe 4.0 support for faster modern SSDs. However, a major limitation is poor efficiency, as the chip exhibits high power consumption and...Read more

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Hardwareluxx's review of Intel’s 11th Gen Rocket Lake-S processors, specifically the Core i9-11900K and i5-11600K, highlights a 19% IPC increase via the Cypress Cove architecture, which improves gaming and single-core performance. However, the backporting to a 14nm process results in a core count reduction for the i9-11900K and severe efficiency issues compared to AMD’s Ryzen 5000...Read more

chip.de

30/03/2021

Intel Core i5-11600K Review - CHIP

a little longer The Intel Core i5-11600K, based on the 14nm "Rocket Lake" architecture with 6 cores and 12 threads (up to 4.9 GHz), delivers exceptional single-core performance with a ~19% IPC increase, positioning it as a top-tier choice for gaming. Key pros include competitive, often top-notch gaming performance, native PCIe 4.0 support for faster storage, and enhanced integrated...Read more

comptoir-hardware.com

30/03/2021

Review • Intel Core i9-11900K / i7-11700K / i5-11600K & Z590

a little longer The 11th Gen Rocket Lake-S lineup, based on the Cypress Cove architecture, offers a significant IPC increase, resulting in strong single-threaded performance and excellent gaming results. The flagship i9-11900K, however, reduces the core count to eight, leading to lower multi-threaded performance compared to predecessors and competitors. The Z590 platform brings...Read more

clubic.com

16/04/2021

Intel Rocket Lake-S Review: The Core i5-11600K performs very well (includes i5-11600 series data)

Clubic's review of Intel’s Rocket Lake-S processors highlights significant IPC gains and PCIe 4.0 support, with the Core i9-11900K dominating in gaming via high clock speeds. While offering top-tier single-core performance, the i9 suffers from a reduced 8-core count compared to its predecessor and exceptionally high power consumption. Conversely, the Core i5-11600K is identified as...Read more

digitec.ch

30/03/2021

Intel Core i5-11600K: Progress in applications, near-stagnation in gaming

The Intel Core i5-11600K acts as a strong, all-around processor offering substantial productivity gains over previous generations, specifically highlighting a 19% IPC increase and strong results in rendering and photo editing. While it offers competitive pricing and PCIe 4.0 support, a major drawback is its high power consumption and significant heat generation, often necessitating...Read more

galaxus.fr

30/03/2021

Intel Core i5-11600K: Gains in productivity, near-stagnation in gaming

The Intel Core i5-11600K offers substantial productivity gains over its predecessor via Rocket Lake architecture, excelling in applications and single-core tasks while bringing PCIe 4.0 support. Despite strong IPC improvements, the CPU displays only marginal, "quasi-stagnation" performance jumps in gaming compared to 10th-gen models, though it remains a high-value, competitively...Read more

hardwarecooking.fr

30/03/2021

Intel Core i5-11600K Review: The Go-To 6-Core Processor?", "Intel Core i5-11600K Test: The Gold Standard for 6-Core CPUs?

The HardwareCooking review finds the Intel Core i5-11600K to be a strong 6-core/12-thread "Rocket Lake" mid-range CPU for gaming, offering a notable performance jump over the previous generation. It shines in single-core tasks, with excellent thermals—running at 60°C to 67°C in tests—and features platform updates like PCIe 4.0 and improved integrated graphics. However, the processor...Read more

lesnumeriques.com

30/03/2021

Intel Core i5-11600K Review: An Excellent Mid-Range Processor

The Intel Core i5-11600K is identified as a high-performance mid-range processor, utilizing the "Cypress Cove" architecture to deliver a significant, approximately 13% increase in IPC over its predecessor. With six cores and twelve threads, this CPU offers impressive single-core performance that competes closely with the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X in gaming and productivity tasks. Key...Read more

cpubenchmark.net

15/05/2026

Intel Core i5-11600 @ 2.80GHz - CPU Benchmarks

The Intel Core i5-11600 is a 6-core, 12-thread 11th Gen "Rocket Lake" desktop processor with a 65W TDP, featuring significant IPC gains and a PassMark score of around 17,953. It provides PCIe Gen 4.0 support for modern storage and graphics, while its 2.8 GHz base clock (4.8 GHz boost) makes it a competitive choice for gaming and productivity. As a non-K processor, it offers improved...Read more

browser.geekbench.com

15/05/2026

Intel Core i5-11600 Benchmarks - Geekbench

<墓志> The Intel Core i5-11600 is a 6-core, 12-thread 11th Gen "Rocket Lake" desktop processor operating at 2.8 GHz base and up to 4.8 GHz boost, featuring a 65W TDP for increased power efficiency over "K" series counterparts. It supports PCIe 4.0 for faster storage and utilizes updated Intel UHD Graphics 750 for improved integrated performance. Pros include strong single-core...Read more

galaxus.it

30/03/2021

Intel Core i5-11600K: Gains in productivity, little to nothing in gaming

The Intel Core i5-11600K Rocket Lake processor delivers significant productivity improvements via higher IPC, yet provides limited gains in gaming performance. It introduces PCIe 4.0 support, featuring a 6-core/12-thread design that excels in single-core tasks and competes well with the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X. While offering strong synthetic benchmark performance, the processor suffers...Read more

global.techradar.com

07/05/2021

Intel Core i5-11600K Review

The Intel Core i5-11600K is identified as a standout 11th-gen "Rocket Lake" processor, offering significant gaming performance gains of 24–44% at 1080p over its predecessor. It features a 19% IPC increase, PCIe 4.0 support for faster SSDs, and is positioned as a high-value, top-tier gaming chip, though it faces stiff competition from the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X in multi-core productivity....Read more

tech.everyeye.it

09/07/2021

Intel i5-11600K Review: A great gaming CPU at the right price

The Everyeye.it review highlights the Intel Core i5-11600K as a competitive mid-range processor, offering excellent gaming performance and a more balanced value proposition compared to higher-end 11th Gen options. Key advantages include strong single-core performance with increased IPC, PCIe 4.0 support, and competitive pricing, making it a viable alternative to the Ryzen 5 5600X....Read more

ct.nl

09/09/2021

Intel's Souped-up Core i-11000 Processor Compared to Ryzen 5000 - C't

Intel's 11th Generation "Rocket Lake" processors (Core i-11000) are positioned as a competitive response to AMD's Ryzen 5000 series, utilizing a 14nm backport of the 10nm Ice Lake architecture to achieve a significant 19% increase in instructions per clock (IPC). While the series boosts gaming performance and introduces modern features like PCIe Gen 4, it forces a reduction in core...Read more

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