Intel Core i5-7500 socket: LGA 1151
The Intel Core i5-7500 uses the LGA 1151 socket on revision 1 boards with 100 and 200 series chipsets. It is a quad core chip at 65 W with boost to 3.8 GHz.
- Socket
- LGA 1151 (revision 1)
- Launched
- January 2017
- Cores and threads
- 4 and 4
- Base power
- 65 W
- Codename
- Kaby Lake
- Segment
- Desktop
- Family
- Intel Core i5
- Clocks
- 3.4 / 3.8 GHz
Intel Core i5-7500 specifications
| Cores | 4 |
|---|---|
| Threads | 4 |
| Core architecture | Kaby Lake on 14 nm |
| Clocks | 3.4 GHz base, up to 3.8 GHz Turbo |
| Cache | 6 MB Intel Smart Cache |
| Processor base power (TDP) | 65 W |
| Manufacturing process | 14 nm |
| Memory support | DDR4-2133/2400 and DDR3L 1333/1600, two channels, up to 64 GB |
| PCI Express | PCIe 3.0, 16 lanes from the CPU |
| Integrated graphics | Intel HD Graphics 630 |
| Multiplier | Locked |
| Package | FCLGA1151 (37.5 × 37.5 mm) |
Motherboard and chipset compatibility
Intel Core i5-7500 needs a motherboard with a LGA 1151 socket. The table shows which chipset series accept it.
| Series | Chipsets | Support |
|---|---|---|
| 300 series: B365 and Z390 | Z390, B365 | Not supported |
| 300 series: H310, B360, H370, Q370, Z370 | Z370, H370, B360, H310, Q370 | Not supported |
| 200 series | Z270, H270, B250, Q270, Q250 | Works out of the box |
| 100 series | Z170, H170, B150, H110, Q170, Q150 | Needs a BIOS update Needs a BIOS update before a 7th Gen processor will start. |
Board makers publish a CPU support list for every model. Check it for your exact board before buying. Chipset details for LGA 1151.
LGA 1151 at a glance
| Type | LGA, 1,151 contacts |
|---|---|
| Package size | 37.5 × 37.5 mm |
| Introduced | August 2015 |
| Memory | DDR4 on most boards (some early boards use DDR3L). DDR4 only on the second revision |
| Cooler mounting holes | 75 × 75 mm |
What the Core i5-7500 is
The Core i5-7500 is a four core, four thread desktop processor from Kaby Lake. It launched in January 2017 with a 3.4 GHz base and up to 3.8 GHz Turbo at 65 W. Four cores cover office towers and entry creation where multitasking matters more than high clocks.
Six megabytes of Smart Cache feed office suites with background tools. The 3.4 GHz base sustains multitasking well, while 3.8 GHz burst lifts interactive peaks. Sixty five watts fit stock tower cooling.
HD Graphics 630 drives office monitors with 4K output. Hardware decode keeps video smooth. Four cores handle multitasking without Hyper-Threading.
On 14 nm the 7500 was the volume i5 of Kaby Lake above the 7400. Offices picked it for fleets that stay responsive under load. Locked multiplier keeps it stock.
Socket and motherboard compatibility
The 7500 fits LGA 1151 revision 1 only. B250 and H270 accept it natively, while H110 may need a BIOS update. Revision 2 boards never support it.
The Socket vs chipset: what decides whether a CPU works guide explains board generations. Office B250 towers pair it with DDR4 for volume fleets.
The Core i5-7600 on the same socket adds clocks. The low power 7500T is the 35 W alternative for small cases.
Memory, PCIe and cooling
DDR4-2133/2400 or DDR3L up to 64 GB in two channels is the support. Dual channel DDR4-2400 helps office pace. Two modules are standard.
Sixteen PCIe 3.0 lanes wire graphics or NVMe storage. Office builds use integrated output. Stock 65 W cooling covers sustained loads.
The 75 mm pattern shares coolers with LGA 1155, 1150 and LGA 1200.
Upgrade paths
On the same socket Core i5-7600 adds clocks, while Core i7-7700 adds threads. Both reuse board and DDR4.
Past revision 1 a new board is required. SSD upgrades help office fleets most.
Frequently asked questions
What socket does the Core i5-7500 use?
It uses LGA 1151 revision 1 on 100 and 200 series boards.
How many cores does the i5-7500 have?
Four cores with four threads at 3.4 GHz base with up to 3.8 GHz Turbo.
What graphics are in the i5-7500?
Intel HD Graphics 630 for office displays.
When did the i5-7500 launch?
January 2017 with the Kaby Lake desktop lineup.
Sources and verification
- Comparison of Intel desktop Core processors Feb 2021 (Intel)
- 7th Gen Core desktop spec update with 7500 (Intel)
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