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Intel

Intel Core i5-9400F desktop processor 6-core 2.9 GHz LGA 1151 65W

SKU CH-XGC5-12DVZ

Six-core desktop CPU running at 2.9 GHz base with 4.1 GHz max turbo, 65 W TDP, LGA 1151 socket for 300-series chipsets and DDR4-2666 memory, requires discrete graphics

  • Processors TypeDesktop
  • Six cores at 2.9 GHz base clock for strong multi-threaded throughput
  • Turbo Boost 2.0 lifts frequency to 4.1 GHz for burst performance
  • 65 W TDP keeps thermal demands modest for compact builds
  • Dual-channel DDR4-2666 support delivers responsive memory bandwidth
  • Requires discrete graphics card — no integrated GPU included

Intel Core i5-9400F desktop processor

This 9th generation Intel Core i5-9400F is a six-core desktop CPU with a 2.9 GHz base clock and a 4.1 GHz maximum turbo frequency. It fits the LGA 1151 socket on Intel 300 series chipsets including Z390. The processor has a 65 W TDP and 9 MB of smart cache.

Suitable for discrete graphics builds

This part requires a discrete graphics card because it has no integrated graphics. It supports dual-channel DDR4-2666 memory and up to 40 platform PCI Express lanes. Builders who need onboard video or a different socket should choose another processor.

Six cores with 4.1 GHz max turbo

The six cores and six threads reach a 4.1 GHz maximum turbo frequency under load. This clock speed defines the performance ceiling for gaming and creating workloads on this chip.

Highlights

  • Six cores at 2.9 GHz base clock for strong multi-threaded throughput
  • Turbo Boost 2.0 lifts frequency to 4.1 GHz for burst performance
  • 65 W TDP keeps thermal demands modest for compact builds
  • Dual-channel DDR4-2666 support delivers responsive memory bandwidth
  • Requires discrete graphics card — no integrated GPU included

Specifications

Processors TypeDesktop

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