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Intel Core i5-8500 desktop processor in retail box

Intel

Intel Core i5-8500 Desktop Processor BX80684I58500

SKU CH-9KQ8-EP51E

Six-core desktop processor with a 3.0 GHz base clock, 4.1 GHz max turbo, 9 MB cache and integrated UHD Graphics 630 for LGA 1151 300-series boards

  • Product nameCore i5-8500
  • CPU cores6-Core
  • CPU socketLGA 1151 (300 Series)
  • TDP rating65 W
  • Processor classDesktop
  • Processor codenameCoffee Lake
  • Six cores and six threads handle multi-task workloads
  • 0 GHz base clock with 4.1 GHz max turbo for responsive performance
  • Intel UHD Graphics 630 at 1.1 GHz drives displays without a discrete card
  • 65 W thermal design keeps power draw and cooling modest
  • DDR4 dual-channel support feeds data to all six cores

Six-core desktop processor for everyday workloads

The Intel Core i5-8500 is a 6-core, 6-thread desktop CPU built on the 14nm Coffee Lake architecture. It runs at a 3.0 GHz base frequency and reaches a 4.1 GHz maximum turbo frequency. The processor includes Intel UHD Graphics 630 with a 1.1 GHz maximum dynamic frequency and supports dual-channel DDR4 memory. It fits the LGA 1151 socket and requires an Intel 300 Series chipset motherboard.

Upgrade from a dual-core or four-core 7th Gen chip

Moving from a 2-core or 4-core 7th Generation processor adds two more cores and a higher turbo ceiling, which improves multitasking and responsiveness in modern applications. The jump is worth it when the current system stalls during background updates, video calls while browsing, or light content creation. The 65W thermal design power keeps cooling requirements modest for most tower coolers.

Straightforward drop-in install on a 300 Series

Installation is a standard LGA 1151 socket swap: align the notches, lower the retention lever, and apply the cooler. The processor only works with Intel 300 Series chipset motherboards, so verifying the chipset before purchase avoids a non-booting system. Common issues are forgetting to update the motherboard BIOS for 8th Gen support and overtightening the cooler mounting pressure.

How it compares

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Price $61.99
Cheaper than about 81% of the 494 comparable items (median $149.99).
CPU cores 6-Core
Lower than about 80% of the 271 comparable items (median 8).
TDP rating 65 W
Lower than about 60% of the 320 comparable items (median 95 W).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameIntel
Product lineCore i5 8th Gen
Model nameBX80684I58500
Product nameCore i5-8500
Performance
Working frequency3.0 GHz
Bus speed8 GT/s
Processor
CPU cores6-Core
CPU socketLGA 1151 (300 Series)
TDP rating65 W
Processor classDesktop
Processor codenameCoffee Lake
CPU threads6-Threads
Level 3 cache9 MB
Process node14 nm
CPU instruction set64-Bit
Max PCIe lanes16
Memory
Channel configuration2
Graphics
Built-in graphicsIntel UHD Graphics 630
Graphics max dynamic frequency1.1 GHz
Ports & slots
PCIe generation3.0
Compatibility
Compatible systemsWindows 11
In the box
Included coolerNot included - Processor Only

Questions about this item

Does this CPU fit a motherboard with an LGA 1151 socket and Intel 300 series chipset?

Yes, the processor uses the LGA 1151 socket and is compatible only with motherboards based on Intel 300 series chipsets.

What is the correct way to install the processor into the LGA 1151 socket without bending pins?

Align the triangle marker on the CPU corner with the socket key, lower it gently without force, then secure the retention lever before applying thermal paste and mounting the cooler.

Will the integrated Intel UHD Graphics 630 need a driver update or replacement over time?

The integrated Intel UHD Graphics 630 runs on standard Intel graphics drivers updated via Windows Update or the Intel support site; no hardware replacement is required unless the processor itself fails.

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