I5
I5 commonly refers to the Intel Core i5 family, a mid-range line of central processing units from Intel. Introduced in 2009 as part of the Core i-series, Core i5 processors target mainstream desktops and laptops, offering higher performance than Core i3 chips and generally lower core counts than Core i7 models. Across generations, i5 CPUs have ranged from quad-core to six-core configurations, with features such as Intel Turbo Boost technology and varying support for Hyper-Threading. Many i5 models include integrated graphics, though some variants rely on discrete GPUs. Model suffixes convey capabilities: 'K' denotes an unlocked multiplier for overclocking; 'F' indicates no integrated graphics; other suffixes reflect power targets or form factors. The i5 line has been central to Intel's mainstream performance strategy, evolving through architectures such as Nehalem, Sandy Bridge, Ivy Bridge, Haswell, Skylake, and beyond. Socket and chipset requirements change with generation, influencing motherboard compatibility.
Interstate 5 (I-5) is a major north–south Interstate Highway along the West Coast of the United States.