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Overview

The Core i5-10500T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 April 2020 (5 years ago). It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 2.3 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB Intel® Smart Cache. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1200. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 10,140 points. Launch price was $149.

Value Upgrade Path

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MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Core i5-10500T

#218

Core i5-14400

MSRP: $221|Avg: $197

101%

#219

Core i5-13400

MSRP: $221|Avg: $185

101%

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MSRP: $699|Avg: $486

101%

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Core i5-4670T

MSRP: $189|Avg: $35

101%

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Ryzen 3 1300X

MSRP: $129|Avg: $54

101%

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Ryzen 3 1200

MSRP: $109|Avg: $50

101%

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Core i5-11600

MSRP: $213|Avg: $140

101%

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Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G

MSRP: $259|Avg: $160

101%

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Core i9-12900K

MSRP: $589|Avg: $322

101%

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Ryzen 7 5800XT

MSRP: $249|Avg: $219

101%

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Core i5-10400F

MSRP: $160|Avg: $102

101%

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Core i9-12900KF

MSRP: $564|Avg: $320

101%

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Ryzen 5 PRO 4650GE

MSRP: $209|Avg: $120

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Ryzen 5 4600GE

MSRP: $200|Avg: $125

100%

#232

Athlon 5370

MSRP: $55|Avg: $15

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Core i5-10500T

MSRP: $226|Avg: $80

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Core i5-14600

MSRP: $255|Avg: $255

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Core i7-2700K

MSRP: $332|Avg: $45

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Core i3-6320

MSRP: $160|Avg: $35

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Pentium G3220

MSRP: $54|Avg: $15

99%

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Core i7-14700F

MSRP: $359|Avg: $330

99%

#239

Core i5-4570S

MSRP: $195|Avg: $40

99%

#240

Ryzen 3 PRO 3200G

MSRP: $89|Avg: $52

99%

#241

Core i9-14900K

MSRP: $589|Avg: $469

98%

#242

Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE

MSRP: $146|Avg: $146

98%

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Core i7-13790F

MSRP: $392|Avg: $350

98%

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Athlon II X3 450

MSRP: $87|Avg: $15

98%

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Core i5-14500

MSRP: $239|Avg: $251

98%

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Core i5-11600KF

MSRP: $237|Avg: $157

98%

#247

Ryzen 5 5600XT

MSRP: $192|Avg: $180

98%

#248

Core i5-13600

MSRP: $255|Avg: $255

97%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Core i5-10500T across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Core i5-10500T specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Core i5-10500T is a 6-core / 12-thread processor, manufactured on a 14 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 3.8 GHz from a base frequency of 2.3 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 12 MB Intel® Smart Cache of L3 cache. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 10,140, placing it in the Budget performance tier as a Aging generation product.

Specification	Core i5-10500T
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	6C / 12T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	3.8 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	2.3 GHz
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	14 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	12 MB Intel® Smart Cache
Bus SpeedData bus frequency	8 GT/s
Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax)	100 °C
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	Yes
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	10,140

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Memory & Platform

The Core i5-10500T fits into the LGA1200 socket and supports PCIe 3.0. It supports DDR4-2666 memory.

Specification	Core i5-10500T
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	desktop
SocketMotherboard socket required	LGA1200
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 3.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR4-2666
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1

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Power & Cooling

The Core i5-10500T has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 35 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Core i5-10500T
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	35 Watt
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)	100 °C

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $80 (MSRP: $226), the Core i5-10500T delivers 127 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #1292 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Core i5-10500T
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$226
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$80
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$149
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#1292
Release DateLaunch date	1 April 2020 (5 years ago)
Release Year	2020
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel

Specifications Reference

Raw spec sheet for quick lookup. The analysis cards above explain what these fields mean in practice.

4 categories

General Information

5 specs

Type	desktop
Designer	Intel
Launch Price	$149
Release Date	1 April 2020 (5 years ago)
Performance Ranking Position	1292

Technical Specifications

10 specs

Cores	6
Threads	12
L3 Cache	12 MB Intel® Smart Cache
Bus Speed	8 GT/s
Max Frequency	3.8 GHz
64-Bit Support	+
Base Frequency	2.3 GHz
Process Technology	14 nm
Max Core Temperature	100 °C
Windows 11 Compatible	+