Core i5-8500

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Core i5-8500

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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 i5-8500 based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

5,545 Rank: 450
Rank Name Score Visual
446 Xeon Gold 5218 5,550
+0.1%
447 Ryzen 3 5300G 5,549
+0.1%
448 Ryzen 5 3500X 5,548
+0.1%
449 Ryzen 5 4600G 5,547
+0%
450 Core i5-8500 5,545
451 Core i3-10320 5,545
+0%
452 Core i7-8700B 5,544
+-0%
453 Ryzen 5 PRO 1600 5,544
+-0%
454 Ryzen 3 PRO 5450U 5,541
-0.1%
455 Ryzen 5 PRO 4650G 5,540
-0.1%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Core i5-8500 based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

5,092 Rank: 570
Rank Name Score Visual
566 Xeon E5-1650 v2 5,099
+0.1%
567 Core i5-8500T 5,098
+0.1%
568 Core i5-8400 5,097
+0.1%
569 Xeon E3-1270 v6 5,096
+0.1%
570 Core i5-8500 5,092
571 Core i5-1135G7 5,091
+-0%
572 Xeon Gold 6244 5,086
-0.1%
573 Xeon E5-2623 v4 5,086
-0.1%
574 Ryzen 5 5500U 5,085
-0.1%
575 Core i3-8350K 5,084
-0.2%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Core i5-8500 based on single-threaded benchmark results.

5,847 Rank: 331
Rank Name Score Visual
327 Core i7-10700 5,858
+0.2%
328 Ryzen 3 7330U 5,858
+0.2%
329 Core i7-7700 5,854
+0.1%
330 Core i3-7101E 5,852
+0.1%
331 Core i5-8500 5,847
332 Ryzen 7 PRO 4750GE 5,847
+0%
333 Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX 5,846
+-0%
334 Xeon w3-2423 5,845
+-0%
335 Pentium Gold G4600 5,844
-0.1%
336 Xeon Gold 6146 5,841
-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 i5-8500 based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,764 Rank: 567
Rank Name Score Visual
563 Core i5-9400F 4,767
+0.1%
564 Xeon Gold 5222 4,766
+0%
565 Xeon W-2125 4,765
+0%
566 Core i5-9400 4,764
+0%
567 Core i5-8500 4,764
568 Xeon E3-1285L v4 4,764
+0%
569 Core i5-10400T 4,763
+-0%
570 Core i5-1145G7E 4,761
-0.1%
571 Core i5-8400 4,760
-0.1%
572 Core i7-5950HQ 4,760
-0.1%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Core i5-8500 based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

4,760 Rank: 595
Rank Name Score Visual
591 Ryzen 5 1400 4,766
+0.1%
592 Xeon E-2174G 4,765
+0.1%
593 Xeon E-2134 4,761
+0%
594 Xeon E-2144G 4,760
+0%
595 Core i5-8500 4,760
596 Xeon Silver 4108 4,759
+-0%
597 Xeon E5-2640 v2 4,759
+-0%
598 Core i5-9400F 4,757
-0.1%
599 Core i5-9400 4,757
-0.1%
600 Xeon E3-1275 v6 4,753
-0.1%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Core i5-8500 based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,868 Rank: 502
Rank Name Score Visual
498 Core i5-9400 4,871
+0.1%
499 Ryzen 7 PRO 2700X 4,871
+0.1%
500 Core i7-10850H 4,869
+0%
501 Xeon E5-2630L v4 4,868
+0%
502 Core i5-8500 4,868
503 Xeon E5-2630 v3 4,868
+0%
504 Xeon E3-1285L v4 4,865
-0.1%
505 Core i7-10750H 4,864
-0.1%
506 Ryzen 7 2700E 4,863
-0.1%
507 Ryzen 7 1800X 4,863
-0.1%

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Core i5-8500 Details

For desktop users seeking a balanced blend of performance and efficiency without the need for discrete graphics, the Intel Core i5-8500 stands out as a capable mid-range option. Launched in February 2018, this processor is built on Intel’s Coffee Lake architecture and is designed for mainstream desktop computing, offering a solid foundation for productivity, light content creation, and casual gaming. Despite being over six years old as of early 2026, the i5-8500 continues to hold relevance in entry-level and mid-tier builds due to its strong single-core performance and integrated graphics.

The Core i5-8500 features six cores and six threads, operating at a base frequency of 3.0 GHz with a maximum turbo frequency of 4.1 GHz. This boost capability allows it to handle demanding workloads effectively, though it lacks simultaneous multithreading (SMT), which limits its ability to scale in heavily threaded applications. The processor is manufactured on a 14 nm process and operates within a 65 W TDP, making it suitable for systems with modest cooling solutions. It uses the LGA-1151 socket and is compatible with 300-series chipsets, allowing for a wide range of motherboard options.

Memory support includes dual-channel DDR4-2666, enabling a peak memory bandwidth of 39.74 GiB/s. The cache hierarchy consists of 0.188 MiB of L1 cache, 1.5 MiB of L2 cache, and a substantial 9 MiB of L3 cache, which helps maintain high performance across a variety of tasks. The integrated UHD Graphics 630 provides basic visual processing, supporting up to three displays with a maximum frequency of 1.1 GHz. While not suitable for modern gaming, it is adequate for office applications and media playback.

The Core i5-8500 supports a range of modern technologies, including Intel’s Turbo Boost 2.0, Enhanced SpeedStep, and Intel vPro, ensuring efficient power management and virtualization capabilities. It also includes support for AVX and AVX2 instruction sets, enhancing performance in scientific and engineering applications. However, the processor lacks AVX-512 and ECC memory support, which may be limiting for high-performance computing or server environments.

In benchmark testing, the Core i5-8500 achieves an Overall Score of 5545, placing it at #450 among 2060 processors. Its Singlecore Score of 5847 ranks it at #331, demonstrating strong performance in single-threaded applications, which remains one of its key strengths. The Multicore Score of 5092 places it at #570, indicating competent performance in multi-threaded scenarios, though it trails behind more modern processors and higher-tier Intel and AMD offerings. Notably, it outperforms some newer low-power mobile chips, such as the Ryzen 5 5500U, while falling behind current-generation desktop CPUs like the Ryzen 5 4600G.

As of March 2026, the Core i5-8500 is best suited for budget-conscious users or those upgrading older systems. It excels in everyday computing and light productivity tasks, with its integrated graphics providing a cost-effective solution for basic multimedia use. While it is no longer a top-tier performer, its efficiency and compatibility with a wide range of hardware make it a reliable choice for entry-level and mid-range desktop builds.
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Intel Core i5-8500

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Core i5-8500
Family: Core
Series: i5-8000
Model Number: i5-8500
Cores: 6
Threads: 6
Base Frequency: 3000 MHz
Turbo Frequency (1 core): 4100 MHz
Turbo Frequency (2 cores): 4000 MHz
Turbo Frequency (3 cores): 4000 MHz
Turbo Frequency (4 cores): 4000 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 30x (locked)
Microarchitecture: Coffee Lake
Core Name: Coffee Lake S
Core Family: 6
Core Model: 158
Socket: LGA-1151
Package: FCLGA-1151
Chipset: 300
Target Segment: Desktop
Max CPUs: 1
TDP: 65 W
Release Price: $192.00

Cache Specifications

L1 Cache: 384 KiB
L1 Instruction Cache: 192.512 KiB (8-way set associative)
L1 Data Cache: 192.512 KiB (8-way set associative)
L2 Cache: 1.5 MiB (4-way set associative)
L3 Cache: 9 MiB (12-way set associative)

Memory Specifications

Supported Memory Type: DDR4-2666
Memory Channels: 2
Maximum Memory: 64 GB
Maximum Bandwidth: 39.74 GB/s
ECC Support: No

PCI-Express Specifications

PCIe Revision: 3.0
PCIe Lanes: 16
PCIe Configuration: 1x16, 2x8, 1x8+2x4

Integrated Graphics

GPU: UHD Graphics 630
GPU Designer: Intel
GPU Max Frequency: 1100 MHz
Execution Units: 24

Physical Specifications

Process: 14 nm
Die Area: 149 mm²
Manufacturer: Intel
Technology: CMOS
Word Size: 64-bit
ISA: x86-64 (x86)

CPU Features

MMX EMMX SSE SSE2 SSE3 SSSE3 SSE4.1 SSE4.2 AVX AVX2 ABM BMI1 BMI2 FMA3 AES RdRand ADX CLMUL F16C x86-16 x86-32 x86-64 Real Protected SMM FPU NX TBT 2.0 EIST TXT vPro VT-x VT-d EPT MPX SGX Secure Key SMEP SIPP IPT TSX
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