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Overview

The Core i5-11500B is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 April 2021 (4 years ago). It is based on the Tiger Lake-H (2021) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.3 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB. L2 cache: 7.5 MB. Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1787. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 17,075 points. Launch price was $299.

Value Upgrade Path

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Performance Per Dollar Core i5-11500B

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FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Core i5-11500B across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Core i5-11500B specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Core i5-11500B is a 6-core / 12-thread processor based on the Tiger Lake-H (2021) architecture, manufactured on a 10 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 4.6 GHz from a base frequency of 3.3 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 12 MB of L3 cache, plus 7.5 MB of L2 cache and 480 kB of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 17,075, placing it in the Mid-Range performance tier as a Aging generation product.

Specification	Core i5-11500B
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	6C / 12T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	4.6 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	3.3 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Tiger Lake-H (2021)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	10 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	12 MB
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	7.5 MB
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	480 kB
Bus SpeedData bus frequency	8 GT/s
Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax)	100 °C
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	17,075

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Memory & Platform

The Core i5-11500B fits into the FCBGA1787 socket and supports PCIe 4.0 with 20 total PCIe lanes for expansion cards and storage. It supports DDR4 memory at speeds up to DDR4-3200 (faster RAM improves bandwidth-sensitive workloads), with a maximum capacity of 128 GB across 2 channels (dual-channel doubles bandwidth). Integrated graphics: UHD Graphics 32EU — allows display output without a dedicated GPU, useful for troubleshooting and light tasks.

Specification	Core i5-11500B
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	Laptop
SocketMotherboard socket required	FCBGA1787
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 4.0
PCIe LanesTotal available lanes for GPUs, NVMe drives, and expansion	20
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR4
Max RAM SpeedMaximum officially supported memory frequency	DDR4-3200
Max RAM CapacityMaximum installable memory	128 GB
RAM ChannelsDual-channel doubles bandwidth vs single-channel	2
ECC SupportError-Correcting Code memory — prevents data corruption	No
Integrated GPUBuilt-in graphics processor	UHD Graphics 32EU
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1

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Advanced Features

The Core i5-11500B is primarily designed for Desktop / Mini PC. It supports AVX-512 instructions — specialized SIMD operations that significantly accelerate AI inference, scientific computing, and video encoding workloads. Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d — enables running virtual machines efficiently (important for development and server workloads).

Specification	Core i5-11500B
Primary Use CaseIntended workload category	Desktop / Mini PC
OverclockingWhether CPU clock can be manually increased	🔒 Locked
AVX-512Advanced vector instructions for AI/ML workloads	✅ Supported
VirtualizationHardware-assisted virtualization technology	VT-x, VT-d

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Power & Cooling

The Core i5-11500B 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 i5-11500B
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 $185, the Core i5-11500B delivers 92 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #923 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Core i5-11500B
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$185
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$185
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$299
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#923
Release DateLaunch date	1 April 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

6 specs

Type	Laptop
Designer	Intel
Launch Price	$299
Release Date	1 April 2021 (4 years ago)
Architecture Codename	Tiger Lake-H (2021)
Performance Ranking Position	923

Technical Specifications

12 specs

Cores	6
Threads	12
L1 Cache	480 kB
L2 Cache	7.5 MB
L3 Cache	12 MB
Bus Speed	8 GT/s
Max Frequency	4.6 GHz
64-Bit Support	+
Base Frequency	3.3 GHz
Process Technology	10 nm
Max Core Temperature	100 °C
Windows 11 Compatible	-