5) Intel Core i5 6500 Skylake BX80662I56500
The 6th generation Core i5 processor from Intel is built using the Skylake architecture. This technology enables the CPU to go with Turbo Boost 2.0 to achieve the maximum clock rate.
Pros
- The four-core design allows you to run multiple programs simultaneously without worrying about the slowness of the system
- Parallel working lets you finish your task in quicker time
- Comes with an inbuilt thermal cooling fan, so even when you overclock the processor, there will be no overheating problem
- High display resolution and DDR3L, DDR4 support make it flexible to use
Cons
- Does not support to DDR4 2400MHz RAM
- Not as fast as Haswell
Verdict
The Intel Core i5 6500 is not as powerful and flexible as the 6600K, but when you see it as price Vs performance, it is quite well-recommended processor today, especially for the high-end gamers and overclockers.
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