Can this processor handle gaming at high settings, or is it more suitable for general computing tasks?

The Intel Core i5-8500 processor is designed for a great VR experience, which suggests it is capable of handling gaming at high settings.

Is the Intel Core i5-8500 compatible with motherboards that support only the 200 series chipset, or does it require a 300 series chipset?

The Intel Core i5-8500 is only compatible with Intel 300 Series motherboards.

Does this Intel Core i5-8500 processor come with a cooling solution, or will I need to purchase a separate CPU cooler?

You will need to purchase a separate CPU cooler as a cooling device is not included with the processor.

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Intel Core i5-8500 Desktop Processor i5 8th Gen Coffee Lake 6-Core 3.0 GHz (4.1 GHz Turbo) LGA 1151 (300 Series) 65W BX80684I58500 Intel UHD Graphics 630 OEM,No Box

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OEM Processor
ONLY Compatible with Intel 300 Series Motherboard
For A Great VR Experience
Max Turbo Frequency 4.1 GHz
Intel UHD Graphics 630
DDR4 Support
Socket LGA 1151 (300 Series)
Cooling device not included - Processor Only

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8TH GEN INTEL® CORETM
i5-8500 PROCESSOR

6 Cores/6 threads
3.0 GHz Operating Frequency
9 MB L3 Cache

Specifications

Memory: DDR4-2666

Max Processor Frequency: Up to 4.1 GHz

Cores/Threads: 6/6

L3 Cache: 9 MB

Chipset Compatibility: 300 Series

UHD Graphics: 630

Memory Channels: 2

Graphics Max Dynamic Frequency: 1.1 GHz

OEM CPU ONLY

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Processors Type	Desktop

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First Listed on Newegg	May 23, 2025

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