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Intel

Intel Core i3-6098P BX80662I36098P desktop processor

SKU CH-DC3D-MVX4G MPN BX80662I36098P

Dual-core desktop processor running at 3.6 GHz with 3 MB L3 cache, Intel HD Graphics 510, 54 W TDP and support for DDR4 and DDR3L memory

  • Product nameCore i3-6098P
  • CPU coresDual-Core
  • CPU socketLGA 1151
  • TDP rating54 W
  • Processor classDesktop
  • Processor codenameSkylake
  • Dual-core design with Hyper-Threading handles four threads for smoother multitasking
  • 6 GHz operating frequency delivers responsive performance in everyday applications
  • Intel HD Graphics 510 supports up to three displays without a discrete card
  • 54 W thermal design power keeps system cooling requirements modest
  • 14 nm Skylake architecture provides 64-bit processing on LGA 1151 socket

Intel Core i3-6098P for LGA 1151 systems

This dual-core processor runs at 3.60 GHz and supports four threads through Hyper-Threading. It fits the LGA 1151 socket and includes Intel HD Graphics 510 with a base frequency of 350 MHz. The chip targets entry-level desktop builds that need integrated graphics and 64-bit processing.

54 W TDP and 66 °C thermal spec

Thermal Design Power is rated at 54 W with a maximum thermal specification of 66 °C. The 14 nm Skylake core keeps power draw modest during typical office workloads and media playback. Standard retail coolers designed for this socket class handle the heat output without excessive noise.

Bundled cooler enables immediate installation

The retail package includes a compatible heatsink and fan assembly for the LGA 1151 socket. No separate cooling purchase is required to get the system running. Pre-applied thermal material on the included cooler simplifies the mounting process for first-time builders.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Desktop Processors, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $90.99
Cheaper than about 70% of the 494 comparable items (median $149.99).
TDP rating 54 W
Lower than about 94% of the 320 comparable items (median 95 W).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameIntel
Product lineCore i3 6th Gen
Model nameBX80662I36098P
Product nameCore i3-6098P
Performance
Working frequency3.6 GHz
Processor
CPU coresDual-Core
CPU socketLGA 1151
TDP rating54 W
Processor classDesktop
Processor codenameSkylake
CPU threads4-Threads
Level 2 cache2 × 256 KB
Level 3 cache3 MB
Process node14 nm
CPU instruction set64-Bit
Hyper-ThreadingYes
Virtualization supportYes
Max PCIe lanes16
Memory
Supported memoryDDR4-1866 / 2133, DDR3L-1333 / 1600 @ 1.35 V
Channel configuration2
Graphics
Built-in graphicsIntel HD Graphics 510
GPU base clock350 MHz
Graphics max dynamic frequency1.05 GHz
Ports & slots
PCIe generation3.0
Size & build
Shipping weight0.50 kg
Package size117 × 109 × 79 mm
In the box
Included coolerNot included - Processor Only

Questions about this item

How do I install the Core i3-6098P in an LGA 1151 socket, and which step is most often done wrong?

Align the gold triangle on the CPU with the socket corner, lower it straight down without touching the contacts, then close the retention lever; the common mistake is pressing the lever before the chip is fully seated.

What maintenance or replacement will the Core i3-6098P need after extended use?

Replace the thermal paste every few years and clean dust from the cooler fins; the integrated Intel HD Graphics 510 and memory controller have no user-serviceable parts.

What limit appears first when the Core i3-6098P runs at 3.6 GHz under sustained load?

The 54 W thermal design power and 66 °C thermal specification are reached first, so the cooler must dissipate that heat continuously to avoid throttling.

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