Intel Core i5-7600K
We're having a hard time seeing how this release or 'update' is meant for consumers who build their own computers. Instead it seems more like a way for Intel to sell more processors and keep OEMs happy.
- As reviewed by TechSpot on Jan 2017
4
Cores
4
Threads
3.8 GHz
Base Clock
4.2 GHz
Boost Clock
Socket LGA 1151
Socket
91 W
TDP
Intel HD Graphics 630
Integrated Graphics
$304
Price
| Release date: | Jan 3, 2017 | Price at Launch: | $242 |
| Cores: | 4 | Threads: | 4 |
| Base Clock: | 3.8 GHz | Boost Clock: | 4.2 GHz |
| Type: | Desktop | Multithreading: | No |
| L2 Cache: | 1 MB | L3 Cache: | 6 MB |
| Box Cooler: | No | TDP: | 91 W |
| Socket: | Socket LGA 1151 | Memory Support: | DDR4-2400 |
| Codename: | Kaby Lake | Process Size: | 14 nm |
| Integrated Graphics: | Yes | iGPU Model: | Intel HD Graphics 630 |
| NPU: | No | PCIe Support: | PCIe 3.0, 16 lanes |
Performance Benchmarks
All benchmark data reflects aggregated results from dozens of tests conducted in TechSpot’s labs and compiled from our full library of CPU reviews. Single-core productivity scores are based primarily on Cinebench and Adobe Photoshop workloads. Multi-core results draw from Cinebench, Blender, Corona Benchmark, 7-Zip, Adobe Premiere Pro, and shader compilation tests. CPU gaming benchmarks are all 1080p runs (explainer) as published on TechSpot.
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Gaming Performance
Price History
Intel Core i5-7600K pricing
| Price | Date | |
| Current | $304 | Dec 15, 2025 |
| Highest* | $307 | Jul 28, 2025 |
| Lowest* | $113 | May 14, 2025 |
| Average | $213 | |
* Prices are based on listings from Newegg and other major retailers over the past 12+ months.
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