Core i5-10600

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Core i5-10600

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Benchmark Results

Combined benchmark scores based on multiple data points, giving a quick overview of this processor's performance.

Overall Score

Overall score for Core i5-10600 based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

5,529 Rank: 458
Rank Name Score Visual
454 Ryzen 3 PRO 5450U 5,541
+0.2%
455 Ryzen 5 PRO 4650G 5,540
+0.2%
456 Ryzen 7 2700 5,536
+0.1%
457 Xeon E3-1270 v6 5,530
+0%
458 Core i5-10600 5,529
459 Xeon E5-2697 v4 5,527
+-0%
460 Ryzen 5 2600 5,527
+-0%
461 Xeon Silver 4310T 5,527
+-0%
462 Core i7-8700T 5,526
-0.1%
463 Xeon Gold 6152 5,524
-0.1%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Core i5-10600 based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

5,165 Rank: 532
Rank Name Score Visual
528 Core i7-4960X 5,175
+0.2%
529 Core i7-8670 5,168
+0.1%
530 Ryzen 5 4600U 5,167
+0%
531 Ryzen 5 1600 5,166
+0%
532 Core i5-10600 5,165
533 Ryzen 3 5300G 5,165
+0%
534 Core i9-8950HK 5,164
+-0%
535 Ryzen 3 PRO 3200GE 5,162
-0.1%
536 Xeon E-2276M 5,161
-0.1%
537 Ryzen 5 4600H 5,159
-0.1%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Core i5-10600 based on single-threaded benchmark results.

5,772 Rank: 375
Rank Name Score Visual
371 Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX 5,778
+0.1%
372 Ryzen 7 2800H 5,775
+0.1%
373 Xeon Gold 6244 5,774
+0%
374 Core i7-8700T 5,772
+0%
375 Core i5-10600 5,772
376 AMD Ryzen 5 1600 5,771
+-0%
377 Pentium Gold G4560 5,770
+-0%
378 Core i7-5850HQ 5,768
-0.1%
379 Ryzen 3 5400U 5,767
-0.1%
380 Ryzen 9 4900HS 5,766
-0.1%

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Workload Scores

Performance scores grouped by workload type, normalized and aggregated from multiple raw benchmark results.

Number Crunching

Aggregated score for Core i5-10600 based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,877 Rank: 464
Rank Name Score Visual
460 Ryzen 5 PRO 4650GE 4,885
+0.2%
461 Ryzen 7 2700E 4,884
+0.1%
462 Core i7-8700K 4,883
+0.1%
463 Xeon E-2186G 4,882
+0.1%
464 Core i5-10600 4,877
465 Xeon E-2146G 4,874
-0.1%
466 Xeon E5-2670 v2 4,872
-0.1%
467 Core i7-9700E 4,871
-0.1%
468 Xeon E-2136 4,869
-0.2%
469 Core i7-7800X 4,867
-0.2%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Core i5-10600 based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

4,973 Rank: 436
Rank Name Score Visual
432 Core i5-10600K 4,978
+0.1%
433 Xeon E-2276G 4,976
+0.1%
434 Core i9-9980HK 4,975
+0%
435 Core i5-10600KF 4,975
+0%
436 Core i5-10600 4,973
437 Xeon E-2246G 4,971
+-0%
438 Xeon E-2286G 4,970
-0.1%
439 Xeon E-2236 4,968
-0.1%
440 Core i7-8086K 4,968
-0.1%
441 Xeon E5-2650L v4 4,966
-0.1%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Core i5-10600 based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,941 Rank: 433
Rank Name Score Visual
429 Core 5 120U 4,944
+0.1%
430 Xeon E-2276G 4,942
+0%
431 Core i7-10870H 4,942
+0%
432 Xeon E-2286G 4,941
+0%
433 Core i5-10600 4,941
434 Xeon E-2236 4,940
+-0%
435 Ryzen 7 PRO 5850U 4,940
+-0%
436 Core i5-9600KF 4,938
-0.1%
437 Core i5-9600K 4,938
-0.1%
438 Xeon E5-2650L v4 4,938
-0.1%

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Core i5-10600 Details

The Intel Core i5-10600 stands out in the desktop processor landscape for its balance of performance and efficiency, particularly as a successor to the previous generation of Core i5 models. Launched in April 2020, this Comet Lake-based CPU remains relevant for mainstream users and enthusiasts alike, despite being over four years old. While newer architectures have since emerged, the i5-10600 still holds its ground in the mid-tier segment due to strong single-core performance and effective multi-threading capabilities. Its 14 nm manufacturing process, though not cutting-edge by today’s standards, ensures stable operation under typical workloads while maintaining a modest 65 W TDP. This makes it an ideal choice for compact builds and energy-conscious systems. The processor is built for Socket 1159, supporting DDR4 memory at up to 2666 MT/s, with dual-channel memory architecture enabling a memory bandwidth of 42.7 GB/s. It also features a robust L3 cache of 11.444 MiB, which helps reduce latency in data-intensive applications.

The Core i5-10600 boasts six cores and twelve threads, thanks to Intel's Hyper-Threading technology, allowing it to handle multitasking and parallel workloads efficiently. Clock speeds reach up to 4.8 GHz with Turbo Boost, while the base frequency sits at 3.3 GHz, delivering consistent performance across various workloads. The inclusion of Intel’s UHD Graphics 630 integrated GPU provides basic graphics support, capable of driving up to three displays and offering decent performance for light gaming and multimedia tasks. It supports a wide range of instruction sets, including AVX2 and AVX, enhancing performance in scientific computing and media encoding. Additional features such as Intel VT-x, VT-d, and TXT improve virtualization and security, making it suitable for enterprise and development environments.

In benchmark testing, the Core i5-10600 achieves an overall score of 5529, placing it at #458 among 2060 processors, with a single-core score of 5772 (#374) and a multicore score of 5165 (#532). These results position it above many mainstream CPUs like the Ryzen 5 1600 and Core i7-8670, but below higher-tier offerings such as the Ryzen 7 2800H and Core i9-9880H. The processor’s single-core performance is particularly strong, ranking just behind top-tier CPUs like the Core Ultra 9 285K and Ryzen 9 9950X3D, indicating its suitability for gaming and applications reliant on high clock speeds. However, its multicore performance, while solid, shows a noticeable gap compared to modern high-end processors, reflecting its age and the evolution of multi-core workloads.

As of March 2026, the Core i5-10600 remains a viable option for budget-conscious users seeking a capable CPU for general productivity, light content creation, and casual gaming. Its strong single-threaded performance ensures responsiveness in everyday tasks, while its integrated graphics eliminate the need for a discrete GPU in low-demand scenarios. However, users requiring extensive multitasking, video editing, or high-end gaming may find newer processors more suitable. Despite its age, the i5-10600 continues to deliver reliable performance, especially when paired with fast DDR4 memory and a capable motherboard.
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Intel Core i5-10600

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Core i5-10600
Cores: 6
Threads: 12
Base Frequency: 3300 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 32x (locked)
Core Name: Comet Lake
Socket: Socket 1159
Package: FC-LGA1159
Target Segment: Desktop
TDP: 65 W

Cache Specifications

L1 Cache: 62.464 KiB
L2 Cache: 0.244 MiB
L3 Cache: 11.444 MiB

Memory Specifications

Supported Memory Type: DDR4

Physical Specifications

Process: 14 nm
Manufacturer: Intel

CPU Features

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