Intel core i5‐8500 – key specifications
general info
processor family: intel core i5 (8th gen ‐ coffee lake)
cores / threads: 6 cores, 6 threads
base clock: 3.00 ghz
turbo boost: up to 4.10 ghz
l3 cache: 9 mb smart cache
tdp: 65 w (power consumption)
socket & platform
socket: lga 1151 (300‐series platform) — requires a 300‐series intel motherboard (e.g., h310, b360, h370, z370, etc.)
pcie: pcie 3.0 x16 lanes for graphics and expansion
memory support
memory type: ddr4 only
supported speed: ddr4‐2666 mhz (dual‐channel)
max memory: typically up to 64 gb depending on motherboard
important: this cpu does not support ddr3 memory — it must be paired with a motherboard and ddr4 ram. ddr3 modules like your old g.skill ddr3 will not work with it.
integrated graphics