Update – 30/03/2021 – The 30th has arrived, which Intel 11th Gen CPU are you trying to pick up?
Update – 25/03/2021 – Release day for the Intel i5-11600(K) is now under a week away, can they compete?
Update – 22/03/2021 – Added Newegg listings for the upcoming Intel Core i5-11600(K) release.
Update – 17/03/2021 –Intel Has officially announced the Intel 11th Gen processors, more specifically the i5 SKUs. The 11600 and 11600K are set to be released on the 30th of March. We see 6 cores and 12 threads as expected and retailers in the UK and US are now starting to show pricing and pre order options for the Intel 11th Gen i5 SKUs.
The Intel Core i5-XX600 has always been the perfect balance of performance and value in the past. With this in mind, the i5-11600 & 11600K could be crucial SKUs in the Rocket Lake line up, offering gamers multitasking flexibility and fast single-core performance. Whether this new lineup can live up to expectations or even make a dint in AMDs progress is yet to be seen but if you are looking at where to buy an i5-11600(K), then you have come to the right place.
If you are still wondering what exactly is the Intel Core i5-11600 & 11600K are then don’t worry, we will be taking a look at the specifications, release dates, prices, pre order options, and, of course, where you can buy one.
i5-11600 & i5-11600K Specifications
Intel Core i5-11600 –
Base Clock – 2.8 GHz
4.3 GHz all-core boost
65 TDP
6/12 threads
Intel Core i5-11600K –
Base Clock – 3.9 GHz
4.6 GHz all-core boost
125 TDP
6/12 threads
The new Rocket Lake lineup is expected to use the same LGA 1200 socket as the 10th-generation.
We now have an official release date for the Intel Core i5-11600 & i5-11600K, with being released alongside the other two main SKUs on the 30th of March 2021.
Intel i5-11600(K) Price & Pre Order
Retailers are now starting to show prices and pre order options for the i5-11600 and K variants, with the unlocked CPU going to cost just under $300, priced similarly to the AMD equivalent, while the locked variant will retail for around $220.
Where To Buy Intel Core i5-11600(K) - US
We are going to be listing all the Intel i5-11600 & i5-11600K where to buy links for the major retailers in the US below. Due to recent events, stock levels will likely be lower than normal – meaning, you’ll have to get in early if you want to secure a Rocket Lake CPU.
Intel i5-11600 & i5-11600K CPU Listings, Pre Order, & Prices – Amazon US
UK retailers are yet to list the Intel i5-11600 & i5-11600K just yet but when the links go live we will be bringing all the where to buy options right here.
Major retailers in Canada are yet to post Intel i5-11600 & i5-11600K listings live yet. However, you can rest assured that when they do, we’ll have all the best places linked below.
Intel i5-11600 & i5-11600K CPU Listings, Pre Order, & Prices – Amazon CA
We are going to be continually updating this page when the major retailers go live with Rocket lake CPUs, so if you are looking at where to buy a Core i5-11600(K), you won’t miss out.
Summary
Shaun has been working with WePC for nearly 5 years now, becoming a Product & Affiliate Editor in 2021. He started off writing gaming PC content and PC case reviews, but quickly moved into a more editor-based role covering a wider range of topics.
Shaun has multiple qualifications in I.T and Computer Science
A big fan of PC gaming and all the hardware involved. Everything from graphics cards to gaming mice, Shaun's your man.
Experience
Shaun first took an interest in PC gaming back in the mid-2000s, moving from the console. With a keen interest in I.T, Shaun began studying various computer-related courses over his time in higher education.
After college and university, Shaun began building gaming PCs professionally, before finally picking up an editorial role at BGFG.
Shaun has been with the company now for nearly 5 years, helping expand the site in several different avenues but always keeping a close eye on PC hardware.
Education
BA: Web Development
B-Tech: Information Technology
A Levels: Business Studies, I.T, D & T
