Ryzen 5 2600H vs Core i7-6700K

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Performance Comparison

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Passmark Score

8002

Passmark Score

8933

Performance Difference

Core i7-6700K is 11.6% faster than Ryzen 5 2600H

Benchmarks & Performance Comparison

In this CPU comparison, Core i7-6700K performs 11.6% better in benchmarks. Below you'll find detailed performance analysis, gaming benchmarks, power consumption data, and specifications to help you decide between Ryzen 5 2600H and Core i7-6700K.

Both processors are popular choices for gaming PCs. Consider factors like core count, boost clock speeds, power consumption (TDP), and gaming vs productivity performance when choosing between these CPUs.

Technical Specifications

Detailed hardware specifications for Ryzen 5 2600H and Core i7-6700K

AMD

Ryzen 5 2600H

The Ryzen 5 2600H is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 10 September 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Raven Ridge (2017−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 8,002 points.

General Information

Type:Para notebooks
Series:AMD Ryzen 5
Designer:AMD
Manufacturer:GlobalFoundries
Release Date:10 September 2018 (7 years ago)
Architecture Codename:Raven Ridge (2017−2019)
Performance Ranking Position:1459

Technical Specifications

Cores:4
Threads:8
Die Size:210 mm2
L1 Cache:96 kB (per core)
L2 Cache:512 kB (per core)
L3 Cache:4 MB (total)
Max Frequency:3.6 GHz
Multiplicador:32
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:3.2 GHz
Transistor Count:4,950 million
Process Technology:14 nm
Compatibilidade Com Windows 11:-

Compatibility

Socket:FP5
Power Consumption (TDP):45 Watt
Max Processors In Config:1 (Uniprocessor)

Memory

RAM Types:DDR4 Dual-channel
Memory Channels:2
Memory Bandwidth:51.196 GB/s
ECC Memory Support:+
Max Memory Capacity:32 GB
Intel

Core i7-6700K

The Core i7-6700K is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 5 August 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 4 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 91 Watt. Memory support: DDR3, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 8,933 points. Launch price was $339.

General Information

Type:desktop
Series:Intel Core i7 (Desktop)
Designer:Intel
Launch Price:$339
Manufacturer:Intel
Release Date:5 August 2015 (10 years ago)
Architecture Codename:Skylake (2015−2016)
Performance Ranking Position:1383

Technical Specifications

Cores:4
Threads:8
Die Size:122 mm2
L1 Cache:64 kB (per core)
L2 Cache:256 kB (per core)
L3 Cache:8 MB (total)
Max Frequency:4.2 GHz
Multiplicador:40
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:4 GHz
Transistor Count:1750 Million
Type De Autocarro:DMI 3.0
Process Technology:14 nm
Unlocked Multiplier:+
Velocidade Dos Pneus:4 × 8 GT/s
Max Case Temperature (TCase):64 °C
Compatibilidade Com Windows 11:-

Compatibility

Socket:LGA1151
Power Consumption (TDP):91 Watt
Max Processors In Config:1 (Uniprocessor)

Memory

RAM Types:DDR3, DDR4
Memory Channels:2
Memory Bandwidth:34.134 GB/s
Max Memory Capacity:64 GB

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