Intel Core i7-5650U socket: BGA 1168
The Intel Core i7-5650U uses the BGA 1168 package soldered to premium thin laptop boards. It is a dual core Broadwell-U part with four threads from 2.2 GHz to 3.2 GHz at 15 W with HD Graphics 6000.
- Socket
- BGA 1168
- Launched
- March 2015
- Cores and threads
- 2 and 4
- Base power
- 15 W
- Codename
- Broadwell-U
- Segment
- Mobile (soldered)
- Family
- Intel Core i7
- Clocks
- 2.2 / 3.2 GHz
Intel Core i7-5650U specifications
| Cores | 2 |
|---|---|
| Threads | 4 |
| Core architecture | Broadwell cores on 14 nm |
| Clocks | 2.2 GHz base, up to 3.2 GHz turbo |
| Cache | 4 MB |
| Processor base power (TDP) | 15 W |
| Manufacturing process | 14 nm |
| Memory support | DDR3L and LPDDR3, two channels, up to 16 GB |
| PCI Express | PCIe 2.0, 12 lanes |
| Integrated graphics | Intel HD Graphics 6000 (up to 1000 MHz) |
| Package | FCBGA1168 (40 × 24 mm, soldered) |
Motherboard compatibility
Intel Core i7-5650U needs a motherboard with a BGA 1168 socket. Chipset by chipset data for this codename is not recorded yet. See the BGA 1168 chipset list and the board maker's CPU support list.
BGA 1168 at a glance
| Type | BGA, 1,168 contacts |
|---|---|
| Package size | 40 × 24 mm |
| Introduced | June 2013 |
| Memory | DDR3L-1333 and 1600 and LPDDR3-1333 and 1600, two channels, up to 16 GB |
| Cooler mounting holes | Not applicable (soldered) |
What the Core i7-5650U is
The Core i7-5650U balances i7 threads with HD 6000 graphics on BGA 1168 for premium thin laptops. Intel set two cores and four threads at 2.2 GHz base with turbo to 3.2 GHz single core and 3.1 GHz dual core. Four megabytes of cache support multitasking. Power is 15 W on 14 nm.
The mix suits travelers who need i7 threads with better than HD 5500 graphics without 28 W heat. Turbo covers bursts, while efficient base stretches battery. Soldered LPDDR3 gives bandwidth for graphics. Buyers pick the 5650U where 5500U graphics feel thin but Iris power is too much.
HD Graphics 6000 up to 1000 MHz drives high resolution panels. DDR3L and LPDDR3 over two channels to 16 GB feed the system. The part sits between the 5500U and Iris flagships in both speed and price.
Socket and motherboard compatibility
The 5650U solders to BGA 1168 with premium 15 W cooling. No swap exists. Thin bodies lock RAM with CPU, so configure memory once. SSDs remain serviceable on many designs.
SoC boards tune display and battery around the CPU. The LGA, PGA and BGA: CPU package types explained guide explains soldered premium limits. Compare screens before splitting hairs over U clocks.
Memory, PCIe and cooling
Memory to 16 GB over two channels with fast LPDDR3 options suits premium thin use. Dual channel is required for HD 6000 peaks. Sixteen gigabytes helps creation with travel files.
PCIe 2.0 with 12 lanes serves Wi-Fi and SATA SSDs. Premium SATA SSDs match the interface. Battery friendly components extend trips more than CPU choice.
Cooling is a refined fan for 15 W with 9.5 W idle points. Balanced clocks keep noise moderate. Turbo bursts bring brief fan rises.
Upgrade paths
No upgrade exists soldered. Compare the Intel Core i7-5500U with HD 5500 at 2.4 GHz base for sustained speed with the Intel Core i7-5550U with the same HD 6000 class at lower base. All share BGA-1168.
A new premium thin laptop is the only step up. The How to find your CPU socket type guide confirms soldered premium U designs.
Frequently asked questions
What socket does the Intel Core i7-5650U use?
It uses BGA 1168, soldered.
How many cores does the Core i7-5650U have?
Two cores and four threads at 2.2 GHz base with turbo to 3.2 GHz.
Which graphics does the Core i7-5650U include?
Intel HD Graphics 6000 up to 1000 MHz.
When did the Core i7-5650U launch?
March 2015 with premium thin Broadwell-U laptops.
Sources and verification
- Broadwell microarchitecture (Wikipedia, Broadwell-U specs)
- Intel Core i7-5500U Processor specifications (Intel, Broadwell-U family data)
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