| Spec | Core i5-11600K | Core i5-6600K |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ||
| Total Cores | 6+50% | 4 |
| Threads | 12+200% | 4 |
| Boost Clock | 4.9 GHz+26% | 3.9 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.9 GHz+11% | 3.5 GHz |
| Cache | ||
| L3 Cache | 12 MB+100% | 6 MB |
| L2 Cache | 3 MB+200% | 1 MB |
| Platform | ||
| Socket | LGA1200 | LGA1151 |
| Architecture | Rocket Lake | Skylake |
| Process Node | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Memory Support | DDR4 | DDR4 |
| Max Memory | 128 GB+100% | 64 GB |
| PCIe Lanes | 20+25% | 16 |
| PCIe Version | 4+33% | 3 |
| Power | ||
| TDP | 125W | 91W+37% |
| Max Turbo Power | 224W | 91W+146% |
| Features | ||
| Unlocked | Yes | Yes |
| Cooler Included | No | No |
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| iGPU Model | Intel UHD Graphics 750 | Intel HD Graphics 530 |
| Price | ||
| MSRP | $262 | $243+8% |
| Release Date | 2021-03-01 | 2015-08-05 |
