Micro Center Intel Core i5-10600K Desktop Processor 6 Cores up to 4.8 GHz Unlocked LGA1200 (Intel 400 Series chipset) 125W Bundle with MSI Z590-A PRO ProSeries ATX Motherboard with PCIe 4 M.2 Slots

Price: $404.99
(as of Oct 17, 2021 17:31:43 UTC – Details)

Product Description

Unlocked & Unleashed

This is the unlocked 10th Gen Intel Core i5-10600K processor. Experience the power of a maximum processor frequency of 4.8 GHz with 6 cores and 12 threads. It is optimized for productivity, gaming, and overclocking. Thermal solution NOT included in the box. ONLY compatible with 400 series chipset based.

Advanced Technologies

Intel Optane Memory Supported; Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0; Intel vPro Platform Eligibility; Intel Hyper-Threading Technology; Intel Virtualization Technology (VT-x); Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d); Intel VT-x with Extended Page Tables (EPT); Intel 64; Instruction Set 64-bit; Instruction Set Extensions – Intel SSE4.1, Intel SSE4.2, Intel AVX2; Idle States; Enhanced Intel Speed Step Technology; Thermal Monitoring Technologies; Intel Identity Protection Technology; Intel Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP)

Security & Reliability

Intel AES New Instructions; Secure Key; Intel Software Guard Extensions (Intel SGX)Yes with Intel ME; Intel OS Guard; Execute Disable Bit; Intel Boot Guard

Intel Core i5-10600K Processor Specification

Cores/ Threads

6/ 12

Base Frequency

4.10 GHz

Max Turbo Frequency

4.80 GHz

Cache

12 MB Intel Smart Cache

Bus Speed

8 GT/s

TDP

125 W

Max Memory Size

128 GB

Memory Types

DDR4-2666

Max # of Memory Channels

2

Max Memory Bandwidth

41.6 GB/s

ECC Memory Supported

No

Processor Graphics

Integrated Intel UHD Graphics 630

Sockets Supported

FCLGA1200

The MSI Z590-A PRO Series helps users work smarter by delivering an efficient and productive experience. Featuring stable functionality and high-quality assembly, PRO series motherboards provide not only optimized professional workflows but also less troubleshooting and longevity.

Supports 10th Gen Intel Core, 11th Gen Intel Core, Pentium Gold and Celeron processors for LGA 1200 socket.
Supports DDR4 Memory, up to 5333(OC) MHz.
Lightning Fast Experience: PCIe 4.0, Lightning Gen4 x4 M.2 with M.2 Shield Frozr, Intel Turbo USB 3.2 Gen 2.
Premium Thermal Solution: Extended Heatsink Design and M.2 Shield Frozr are built for high performance system and non-stop works.
2.5G LAN: Upgraded network solution for professional and multimedia use. Delivers a secure, stable and fast network connection.
Intel Turbo USB 3.2 Gen 2: Powered by Intel USB 3.2 Gen2 controller, Turbo USB ensures an uninterrupted connection with more stability and fastest USB speeds.
Audio Boost: Reward your ears with studio grade sound quality.
Multi-GPU: With Steel armor PCI-E slots. Supports 2-Way AMD Crossfire.

MSI Z590-A PRO Motherboard Specification

CPU Socket Type

LGA 1200

CPU Type

Supports Intel 11th / 10th Gen / Pentium Gold / Celeron processors

Number of Memory Slots

4×288pin

Maximum Memory Supported

128GB

Channel Supported

Dual Channel

PCI Express 4.0 x16

1 x PCI Express 4.0 x16

PCI Express 3.0 x16

1 x PCI Express 3.0 x16

PCI Express x1

2 x PCI Express 3.0 x1

SATA 6Gb/s

6 x SATA 6Gb/s

M.2

3 x M.2 slots (Key M)

USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C Port

1

USB 3.2 Gen 1 Connectors

2 (supports additional 4 USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps ports)

Form Factor

ATX

Windows 11

Supported

Operating System

Support for Windows 10 64-bit

Supports Intel Core 11th Gen Processors

The Z590-A PRO motherboard supports 11th Gen Intel Core, 10th Gen Intel Core, Pentium Gold, and Celeron processors.

Form Factor: ATX
Socket Type: LGA 1200
Chipset: Intel Z590

12+2+1 Power Design

With its paired 8+4 pin power connectors and exclusive Core Boost technology, the Z590-A PRO is able to sustain heavy CPU power loads to support system-demanding settings:

12 Duet Rail CPU Power System, DrMOS 55A
1-Phase SA Power
2-Phase GT Power
Digital PWM IC

Premium Cooling

VRM Cooling: Features aluminum cover, connecting heat pipe, choke and 7W/mk thermal pads.

PCB Cooling: Premium 8-layer printed circuit design with 2 oz. thickened copper improves heat dissipation & reliability.

SSD Cooling: M.2 Shield Frozr prevents thermal throttling.

System Cooling: Connect and synchronize cooling with strategically placed pin-headers – including a dedicated pump-fan header.

Fortified PCI-e 4.0 x16

MSI PCI Express Steel Armor Slots are secured to the motherboard with extra solder points to support the weight of heavy graphics cards. When every advantage in games counts, Steel Armor also shields the point of contact from electromagnetic interference:

1 x PCI-e 4.0/3.0 x16 slot (with Steel Armor)
1 x PCI-e 3.0 x16 slot (CrossFire supported)
2 x PCI-e 3.0 x1 slots

Gen4 & Gen3 M.2 Connectors

The Z590-A PRO motherboard features MSI’s latest M.2 slots (Intel Optane supported):

1 x Gen4 x4 64Gb/s slot
2 x Gen3 x4 32Gb/s slots

*M.2 specifications may vary depending on the CPU installed.

M.2 Shield Frozr

Even the world’s fastest SSDs will automatically slow if thermal throttling firmware detects excessively high temperatures.

M.2 Shield Frozr is MSI’s most advanced thermal solution, offering the best possible protection to ensure maximum SSD transfer speed performance.

4 x DDR4 Dual Channel (5333 MHz OC)

DDR4 Boost: A fully-isolated DDR circuit delivers pure data signals for optimal gaming and overclocking performance.

XMP profiles in MSI BIOS are MSI OC LAB tested and can be easily enabled with auto power settings for optimized memory speed and stability.

Connectivity

LAN: An Intel I225-V 2.5Gbps LAN controller delivers a premium network gaming experience.

USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Type-C: Connect to devices and transfer files at unpredicted rates: 20Gb/s.

HD Audio: 7.1-Channel High Definition Audio with Audio Boost 5 & S/PDIF output.

10th Gen Intel i5-10600K CPU Processor and MSI Z590-A PRO Motherboard combo, maximize performance, speed and connectivity. Intel Core i5-10600K Desktop Processor, 6 Cores 12 Threads; 4.10 GHz up to 4.8 GHz Turbo Unlocked; 12 MB Intel Smart Cache; Built-in Intel UHD Graphics 630; 125W TDP; LGA1200 Sockets Supported; Max PCI Express Lanes 16
CPU Support Maximum Memory Capacity 128 GB, DDR4 2666 MHz, No ECC memory, up to 2 memory channel, 41.6 GB/s max memory bandwidth. Intel Optane Memory Supported, Compatible only with Motherboards based on Intel 400 Series Chipsets
MSI Z590-A PRO ProSeries Motherboard: ATX form factor, LGA 1200 Socket, Supports 11th/10th Gen Intel Core Processor, Supports DDR4 Memory up to 128GB, with 1 x PCIe 4.0 slot, 3 x M.2 Gen 3×4 Slots, USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Type-C, 2.5G LAN, DP/HDMI, Fortified PCI-e 4.0 x16. Lightning Gen4 x4 M.2 with M.2 Shield Frozr; Audio Boost; Multi-GPU: With Steel armor PCI-E slots. Supports 2-Way AMD Crossfire
Lightning Gen4 x4 M.2 with M.2 Shield Frozr; Intel Turbo USB 3.2 Gen 2 ensures an uninterrupted connection with more stability and fastest USB speeds; Audio Boost: Reward your ears with studio grade sound quality; Multi-GPU: With Steel armor PCI-E slots. Supports 2-Way AMD Crossfir
Premium Thermal Solution: Extended Heatsink Design, M.2 Shield Frozr and Pump Fan Support are built for high performance system and non-stop works;/ Exclusive Features: Core Boost Technology, 6 layer PCB with 2oz thickened copper, Digital PWM and PCIe Steel Armor for better performance, stability and strength;/ Onboard 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet LAN with LAN manager;/ DDR4 Boost; Built-in USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 port, up to 20Gbps transfer speed, 4X faster than USB 3.2 Gen1. Great for Gamers & Creators