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Overview

The Core i5-10505 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 January 2021 (4 years ago). It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB Intel® Smart Cache. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1200. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 12,009 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 i5-10505

#372

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102%

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100%

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MSRP: $199|Avg: $65

98%

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FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Core i5-10505 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Core i5-10505 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Core i5-10505 is a 6-core / 12-thread processor, manufactured on a 14 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 4.6 GHz from a base frequency of 3.2 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 12,009, placing it in the Budget performance tier as a Aging generation product.

Specification	Core i5-10505
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	6C / 12T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	4.6 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	3.2 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	12,009

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Memory & Platform

The Core i5-10505 fits into the LGA1200 socket and supports PCIe 4.0. It supports DDR4-2666 memory.

Specification	Core i5-10505
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	desktop
SocketMotherboard socket required	LGA1200
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 4.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR4-2666
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1

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Power & Cooling

The Core i5-10505 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 65 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Core i5-10505
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	65 Watt
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)	100 °C

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $120 (MSRP: $192), the Core i5-10505 delivers 100 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #1190 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Core i5-10505
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$192
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$120
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$149
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#1190
Release DateLaunch date	1 January 2021 (4 years ago)
Release Year	2021
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 January 2021 (4 years ago)
Performance Ranking Position	1190

Technical Specifications

10 specs

Cores	6
Threads	12
L3 Cache	12 MB Intel® Smart Cache
Bus Speed	8 GT/s
Max Frequency	4.6 GHz
64-Bit Support	+
Base Frequency	3.2 GHz
Process Technology	14 nm
Max Core Temperature	100 °C
Windows 11 Compatible	+