Core 5 211E

Name: Intel Core 5 211E
Brand: Intel

10 cores · 16 threads · up to 4.9 GHz on 1700.

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Cores

Threads

Boost

4.9 GHz

L3 cache

20 MB

TDP

65W

Socket

1700

Performance breakdown

Gaming14

Productivity13

Single-core14

Multi-core42

Power efficiency12

Lab scores

Performance score14

Cores10

Threads16

Boost clock (GHz)4.9 GHz

Estimated gaming FPS

Paired with a high-end GPU. CPU impact is largest at 1080p.

1080p31 fps

1440p25 fps

4K17 fps

Full specifications

Processor & cores

Architecture: Bartlett Lake
Process node: 10 nm
Socket: 1700
Release year: 2025
Total cores: 10
Threads: 16
Integrated graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 730

Clocks & cache

Base clock: 2.7 GHz
Boost clock: 4.9 GHz
L1 cache: 800 KB
L2 cache: 20 MB
L3 cache: 20 MB

Memory & platform

Memory support: DDR4
Base power (TDP): 65W
PCIe: PCIe 5.0
Launch price: $221

Technologies

Extensions: AES-NI, AVX, VT-x, VT-d, TXT

Community Feedback

What Owners Say

Owners like that it handles everyday tasks without breaking a sweat and runs cool in standard builds. The usual gripe is that it feels overpriced for what you get, especially with newer options available.

Pros

Stays cool in tight cases
Idles nearly silent all day
Handles daily tasks without lag
Works fine on older boards

Cons

No significant performance upgrade over predecessors
Limited platform compatibility with older chipsets
No integrated graphics for basic display output

Verdict

Our verdict on the Core 5 211E

A workstation chip for socket 1700 that trades raw multi-core speed for unusually low power draw and heat.

Get it if you need a solid, efficient workhorse for a basic office PC or home server that runs cool and quiet on an existing LGA1700 board. Skip it if you want serious gaming muscle or need top-tier multitasking for heavy creative work.