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  • Avg. price: ~£200
  • PassMark benchmark result: 4974
  • N. of physical cores: 4
  • CPU boost clock speed: 3.3 GHz

Intel Core i5 6500TE review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

3.8

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the processor's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best processors on the market.

Score components:

90.0%

3.8

Technical Score

10.0%

?

User score

Poor
3.8

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the processor's technical performance, covering key areas such as processing performance, core configuration, efficiency, platform support, integrated features, and thermal behavior.

When it matters: When you want to compare processors based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

60.0%

2.7

Performance

18.0%

4.7

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

4.9

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

7.4

Power & Thermal

4.0%

7.4

Platform

1.0%

6.5

Integrated Graphics

Poor
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User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the processor.

When it matters: When you want to know how a processor performs in real workloads and how reliable it is for gaming, productivity, and efficiency according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

?

User reviews

30.0%

?

Popularity

  • 2.5
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    2.6

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    3.0

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    2.5

    CPU boost clock speed

    17.0%

    1.8

    L3 cache

    8.0%

    1.8

    N. of physical cores

  • 1.8
    Video editing

    Score components:

    45.0%

    1.9

    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    1.8

    N. of physical cores

    20.0%

    1.6

    CPU threads

    15.0%

    1.8

    L3 cache

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    Verdict

    The Intel Core i5-6500TE is a 6th Generation Skylake quad-core processor designed for low-power desktop and embedded systems, featuring a 2.3 GHz base clock, a 3.3 GHz max turbo frequency, and 6 MB of Intel Smart Cache. Its primary advantages include a highly efficient 35W Thermal Design Power (TDP) that facilitates fanless or small-form-factor cooling, support for both DDR4-2133 and DDR3L-1600 memory up to 64 GB, and integrated Intel HD Graphics 530 capable of 4K output at 60Hz. However, its performance is limited by a lack of Hyper-Threading (4 cores/4 threads), making it less suitable for modern multi-threaded workloads or high-end gaming, and its aging architecture lacks official support for the latest Windows 11 operating system.

    Technical Specifications of processor Intel Core i5 6500TE

    Technical Score

    What it is: An assessment of the processor's technical performance, covering key areas such as processing performance, core configuration, efficiency, platform support, integrated features, and thermal behavior.

    When it matters: When you want to compare processors based on technical performance and available features.

    Score components:

    60.0%

    ?

    Performance

    18.0%

    ?

    Cache & Architecture

    10.0%

    ?

    Memory & PCIe

    7.0%

    ?

    Power & Thermal

    4.0%

    ?

    Platform

    1.0%

    ?

    Integrated Graphics

    3.8
    Intel Core i5 6500TE has a technical score of 3.84 points, which is lower than that of 87.3% of products in this category.
    User score

    What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the processor.

    When it matters: When you want to know how a processor performs in real workloads and how reliable it is for gaming, productivity, and efficiency according to user feedback.

    Score components:

    70.0%

    0.0

    User reviews

    30.0%

    1.0

    Popularity

    ?
    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.
    1.0
    Intel Core i5 6500TE has a popularity of 1 points, which is higher than 0% of products in this category.
    Ratio quality/price

    What it is: An indicator that combines the processor's overall rating with its cost.

    When it matters: When you are looking for a processor with a good balance between performance, efficiency, and price.

    Score components:

    60.0%

    3.8

    Overall score

    40.0%

    9.5

    Price

    5.5
    Intel Core i5 6500TE has a quality-to-price ratio of 5.5 points, which is lower than 85.9% of products in this category.
    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

    Intel
    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

    embedded
    Intel Core i5 6500TE belongs to the embedded processor class, which is less advanced than that of 92.7% of processors and equal to that of 7.3% of processors.
    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

    LGA1151
    Intel Core i5 6500TE uses the LGA1151 CPU socket, which is newer than that of 60.1% of processors and equal to that of 9.7% of processors.
    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

    Intel 100 Series
    Intel Core i5 6500TE supports Intel 100 Series chipsets, which is narrower compatibility than 51% of processors and equal to that of 2.6% of processors.
    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

    x86-64
    Intel Core i5 6500TE uses the x86-64 architecture, which is more advanced than that of 1.7% of processors and equal to that of 98.3% of processors.
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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+

    4
    Intel Core i5 6500TE has 4 CPU cores, which is fewer than 50.7% of processors and equal to 28.5% of processors.
    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+

    4
    Intel Core i5 6500TE offers 4 CPU threads, which is fewer than 67.3% of processors and equal to 26.6% of processors.
    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

    1
    Intel Core i5 6500TE offers 1 threads per core, which is fewer than 69.7% of processors and equal to 30.3% of processors.
    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

    3.3 GHz
    Intel Core i5 6500TE reaches a boost clock of 3.3 GHz which is lower than that of 86.6% of processors and equal to that of 2.5% of processors.
    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

    4 x 2.3 GHz
    Intel Core i5 6500TE has a base clock of 4x2.3 GHz which is equal to that of 100% of processors.
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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

    14 nm
    Intel Core i5 6500TE uses a 14 nm process node, which is older than that of 50.8% of processors and equal to that of 33.7% of processors.
    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

    Intel 14 nm
    Intel Core i5 6500TE is built on the Intel 14 nm foundry process, which is less advanced than that of 55.2% of processors and equal to that of 29.3% of processors.
    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

    6 MB
    Intel Core i5 6500TE has an L3 cache of 6 MB which is smaller than that of 60.4% of processors and equal to that of 9.7% of processors.
    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

    1 MB
    Intel Core i5 6500TE has an L2 cache of 1 MB which is smaller than that of 67.1% of processors and equal to that of 17.6% of processors.
    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

    256 KB
    Intel Core i5 6500TE has an L1 cache of 256 KB which is smaller than that of 59.4% of processors and equal to that of 18.5% of processors.
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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

    DDR3L/DDR4
    Intel Core i5 6500TE supports DDR DDR3L/DDR4, which is older than that of 77.7% of processors and equal to that of 5.4% of processors.
    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

    2,133 MHz
    Intel Core i5 6500TE supports memory speeds up to 2133 MHz, which is lower than that of 75.6% of processors and equal to 8.8% of processors.
    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

    DDR4-2133 MHz
    Intel Core i5 6500TE supports JEDEC memory speeds up to DDR4-2133 MHz, which is lower than that of 75.9% of processors and equal to 5.3% of processors.
    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

    N/A
    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

    64 GB
    Intel Core i5 6500TE supports up to 64 GB of memory, which is more than 28.4% of processors and equal to 27.6% of processors.
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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

    yes
    Intel Core i5 6500TE includes integrated graphics. 87.6% of processors include integrated graphics.
    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

    Intel HD Graphics 530
    Intel Core i5 6500TE uses the Intel HD Graphics 530 integrated GPU, which is less advanced than that in 78.4% of processors and equal to that in 2.3% of processors.
    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

    24
    Intel Core i5 6500TE has 24 GPU execution units, which is more than 49.2% of processors and equal to 21.6% of processors.
    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

    350 MHz
    Intel Core i5 6500TE has an integrated GPU clock of 350 MHz which is higher than that of 43.5% of processors and equal to that of 29.6% of processors.
    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

    H.264 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode), VC-1 (HW decode), JPEG (HW decode/encode)
    Intel Core i5 6500TE supports H.264 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode), VC-1 (HW decode), JPEG (HW decode/encode) media codecs, which is broader support than 54.2% of processors and equal to 0.1% of processors.
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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

    35 W
    Intel Core i5 6500TE has a TDP of 35 W which is lower than that of 51.8% of processors and equal to that of 14.8% of processors.
    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

    35 W
    Intel Core i5 6500TE has a base power of 35 W which is lower than that of 51.7% of processors and equal to that of 15.1% of processors.
    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

    yes
    Intel Core i5 6500TE supports configurable TDP. 52.9% of processors support configurable TDP.
    cTDP: 25 W
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    Intel Core i5 6500TE vs the average processor

    • 31.5% smaller die size
      Intel Core i5 6500TE has a lower die size than the average processor (122 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 6500TE has a lower die size than the average processor (122 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².122 mm² vs 178 mm²
    • Modern CPU socket
      Intel Core i5 6500TE uses a more modern CPU socket than the average processor (LGA1,151 vs FP2).
      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

      Intel Core i5 6500TE uses a more modern CPU socket than the average processor (LGA1,151 vs FP2).LGA1151 vs FP2
    • 22.2% lower base power
      Intel Core i5 6500TE has a lower base power draw than the average processor (35 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 6500TE has a lower base power draw than the average processor (35 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.35 W vs 45 W
    • Modern CPU socket
      Intel Core i5 6500TE uses a more modern CPU socket than the average processor (LGA1,151 vs FP2).
    • 31.5% smaller die size
      Intel Core i5 6500TE has a lower die size than the average processor (122 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
    • 22.2% lower base power
      Intel Core i5 6500TE has a lower base power draw than the average processor (35 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.

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    Platform
    Cache & Architecture
    Power & Thermal
    • Narrower instruction support
      Intel Core i5 6500TE supports a narrower instruction set than the average processor (SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3 vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).
    • 5 year/s older release date
      Intel Core i5 6500TE has an older release date than the average processor (2,015 vs 2,020).
      October 2015
    • No crypto acceleration
      Intel Core i5 6500TE does not include crypto acceleration, the average processor does.
    • 23.3% lower boost clock
      Intel Core i5 6500TE has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.3 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
    • 61.2% weaker multi-core performance
      Intel Core i5 6500TE has a lower multi-core performance than the average processor (1,081 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.
    • 26.7% weaker single-core performance
      Intel Core i5 6500TE has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (1,820 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
    • 26.5% lower single-core score
      Intel Core i5 6500TE has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,081 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
    • 2 fewer CPU cores
      Intel Core i5 6500TE has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (4 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
    • No multithreading support
      Intel Core i5 6500TE does not support multithreading, the average processor does.
    • 52.8% lower PassMark score
      Intel Core i5 6500TE has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (4,974 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
    • 4 fewer CPU threads
      Intel Core i5 6500TE has fewer CPU threads than the average processor (4 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
    • 42.3% lower multi-core score
      Intel Core i5 6500TE has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (2,766 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
    • 1 fewer threads per core
      Intel Core i5 6500TE has fewer threads per core than the average processor (1 vs 2). The average processor offers 2 threads per core.
    • 16.7% larger process node
      Intel Core i5 6500TE has a higher process node than the average processor (14 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
    • 60% smaller L2 cache
      Intel Core i5 6500TE has a lower L2 cache than the average processor (1 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.
    • 50% less L2 per core
      Intel Core i5 6500TE has less L2 cache per core than the average processor (0.3 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core). The average processor provides 0.5 MB/core of L2 cache per core.
    • 12.5% less L3 per core
      Intel Core i5 6500TE has less L3 cache per core than the average processor (1.5 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
    • 33.3% smaller L1 cache
      Intel Core i5 6500TE has a lower L1 cache than the average processor (256 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.
    • 25% smaller L3 cache
      Intel Core i5 6500TE has a lower L3 cache than the average processor (6 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.
    • Less advanced microarchitecture
      Intel Core i5 6500TE uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Skylake vs Kaby Lake).
    • 25.5% lower memory bandwidth
      Intel Core i5 6500TE has a lower memory bandwidth than the average processor (34.1 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s). The average processor offers memory bandwidth of 45.8 GB/s.
    • 27.3% lower memory speed
      Intel Core i5 6500TE has a lower maximum memory speed than the average processor (2,133 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.
    • Older DDR support
      Intel Core i5 6500TE supports an older DDR generation than the average processor (DDR3L/DDR4 vs DDR4).
    • Inferior integrated GPU
      Intel Core i5 6500TE uses an inferior integrated GPU to the average processor (Intel HD Graphics 530 vs Intel UHD Graphics 630).
    • 23.3% lower boost clock
      Intel Core i5 6500TE has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.3 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 6500TE has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.3 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.3.3 GHz vs 4.3 GHz
    • 61.2% weaker multi-core performance
      Intel Core i5 6500TE has a lower multi-core performance than the average processor (1,081 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 6500TE has a lower multi-core performance than the average processor (1,081 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.1,081 vs 2,783
    • 26.7% weaker single-core performance
      Intel Core i5 6500TE has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (1,820 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 6500TE has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (1,820 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.1,820 vs 2,483
    • 26.5% lower single-core score
      Intel Core i5 6500TE has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,081 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
      What it is: A Geekbench 6 score that reflects single-core CPU performance in mixed modern workloads.
      When it matters: When you care about snappy everyday performance in lighter apps, browsing, office work, or tasks that do not scale well across many cores.

      Importance: HIGH

      Good value: >2000

      Intel Core i5 6500TE has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,081 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.1,081 vs 1,471
    • 2 fewer CPU cores
      Intel Core i5 6500TE has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (4 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU 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+

      Intel Core i5 6500TE has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (4 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.4 vs 6
    • No multithreading support
      Intel Core i5 6500TE does not support multithreading, the average processor does.
      What it is: Lets each physical core run more than one thread at the same time, such as with Hyper-Threading or SMT.
      When it matters: When multitasking, rendering, compiling, virtualization, or other thread-heavy work benefits from more total processing threads.

      Importance: HIGH

      Intel Core i5 6500TE does not support multithreading, the average processor does.
    • 52.8% lower PassMark score
      Intel Core i5 6500TE has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (4,974 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
      What it is: A benchmark score that gives a broad idea of overall processor performance.
      When it matters: When you want a quick overall performance comparison.

      Importance: HIGH

      Good value: >19000

      Intel Core i5 6500TE has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (4,974 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.4,974 vs 10,532.5
    • 16.7% larger process node
      Intel Core i5 6500TE 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 6500TE 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
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    What customers like about Intel Core i5 6500TE?

    • Extremely energy efficient with a very low 35W TDP
    • Excellent value for money in budget or low-power builds
    • Runs cool, with users reporting temperatures frequently staying below 50 degrees
    • Capable of handling basic tasks and light productivity with ease
    • Surprisingly decent performance in older games using integrated HD Graphics 530
    • Supports modern hardware features like virtualization and DDR4 memory

    What customers dislike about Intel Core i5 6500TE?

    • Lower base clock speed (2.3 GHz) compared to standard desktop counterparts
    • Lacks hyper-threading, which limits performance in modern, multi-threaded applications
    • Locked multiplier prevents straightforward overclocking
    • Significant bottleneck in modern AAA gaming, often hitting 100% utilization
    • Struggles with heavy multitasking due to having only 4 threads
    • Performance is noticeably slower than current entry-level laptop and desktop processors

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    cpubenchmark.net
    30/03/2026
    Intel i5-6500TE vs i5-6500 [cpubenchmark.net] by PassMark Software

    The comparison between the Intel Core i5-6500 and the i5-6500TE reveals a significant trade-off between performance and power efficiency, with both sharing a 4-core, 4-thread architecture but targeting different thermal environments. The standard i5-6500 is a 65W TDP processor offering superior performance, roughly 15-18% faster than the embedded version. Conversely, the 35W...Read more

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    browser.geekbench.com
    30/03/2026
    Intel Core i5-6500TE Benchmarks - Geekbench Browser

    The Intel Core i5-6500TE is a 6th Gen Skylake quad-core processor tailored for low-power industrial and edge computing, featuring a 2.3 GHz base frequency, 35W TDP, and integrated HD Graphics 530. Key advantages include its high energy efficiency and support for virtualization and AVX2.0 instructions, making it ideal for 24/7, low-heat environments. However, the chip lacks...Read more

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    cpubenchmark.net
    26/01/2023
    Intel Core i5-6500TE @ 2.30GHz - CPU Benchmarks

    The Intel Core i5-6500TE is a 6th-generation "Skylake" quad-core processor featuring a 2.3 GHz base clock, 3.3 GHz turbo, and 6 MB L3 cache, optimized for low-power operation. A key advantage is its 35W TDP, making it suitable for efficient, small-form-factor builds, supported by integrated HD Graphics 530. Performance-wise, it is around 11-13% slower than the 65W i5-6500, lacking...Read more

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    cpubenchmark.net
    30/03/2026
    Intel i5-6500T vs i5-6500TE [cpubenchmark.net] by PassMark Software

    The Intel Core i5-6500T and i5-6500TE are 35W, 6th-generation quad-core processors optimized for low-power, small form factor computing, with the 6500T offering a higher 2.5 GHz base clock and the 6500TE providing a superior 3.3 GHz boost clock. Benchmarks indicate that while both are suited for efficient operation, the i5-6500TE provides slightly better overall performance, whereas...Read more

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    integral-system.fr
    15/05/2024
    Industrial Integration Test: 15" Resistive Panel PC with i5-6500TE IoT-BOX

    The Integral System 15" Resistive Touch Panel PC is a ruggedized, fanless industrial computer equipped with a 6th Gen Intel Core i5 processor designed for challenging environments. It features an IP65-rated front panel for protection against dust and water, supporting various mounting options including VESA. The system offers reliable performance for HMI and automation tasks via...Read more

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    secondgoelectro.nl
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    Intel Core i5-6500TE SR2LR Processor - Second Go Electro

    The Intel Core i5-6500TE (SR2LR) is a 6th Generation "Skylake" processor optimized for compact, low-power embedded systems, featuring 4 cores/4 threads and a 35W TDP. It operates at a 2.3 GHz base frequency with a 3.3 GHz boost, offering a power-efficient alternative to standard desktop processors. The unit supports DDR4/DDR3L memory and includes Intel HD Graphics 530, alongside...Read more

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