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Overview

The Core i5-6442EQ is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 12 October 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Max frequency: 1.9 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Thermal design power (TDP): 25 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 4,483 points. Launch price was $250.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Core i5-6442EQ

#919

Pentium G2030

MSRP: $85|Avg: $85

116%

#920

Pentium G2020T

MSRP: $64|Avg: $69

116%

#921

Pentium E5400

MSRP: $55|Avg: $49

115%

#922

Core i3-9300T

MSRP: $309|Avg: $309

114%

#923

Core i7-6820EQ

MSRP: $378|Avg: $344

114%

#924

Athlon XP 3000+

MSRP: $588|Avg: $20

114%

#925

Celeron 2.20

MSRP: $79|Avg: $15

113%

#926

Athlon 64 X2 5400+

MSRP: $485|Avg: $78

113%

#927

Phenom II X6 1065T

MSRP: $426|Avg: $170

112%

#928

Pentium G850

MSRP: $86|Avg: $75

111%

#929

Ryzen 3 2200GE

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

110%

#930

Pentium III 1200

MSRP: $200|Avg: $10

109%

#931

Pentium G3470

MSRP: $150|Avg: $130

105%

#932

Core i7-875K

MSRP: $353|Avg: $175

101%

#933

Athlon XP 2700+

MSRP: $349|Avg: $20

100%

#934

Core i5-6442EQ

MSRP: $250|Avg: $250

100%

#935

Core i7-4770TE

MSRP: $303|Avg: $303

92%

#936

Pentium G640T

MSRP: $64|Avg: $69

92%

#937

Athlon 64 2000+

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

92%

#938

Pentium 4 2.80

MSRP: $327|Avg: $25

91%

#939

Core i5-660

MSRP: $196|Avg: $150

91%

#940

Core 2 Quad Q8400

MSRP: $183|Avg: $128

90%

#941

Pentium G3240

MSRP: $89|Avg: $126

85%

#942

Core i3-2130

MSRP: $138|Avg: $138

84%

#943

Pentium 4 2.26

MSRP: $241|Avg: $20

82%

#944

Pentium 4 2.60

MSRP: $401|Avg: $25

81%

#945

Core 2 Quad Q9505

MSRP: $213|Avg: $150

81%

#946

Core 2 Duo E8600

MSRP: $200|Avg: $95

81%

#947

Pentium J4205

MSRP: $161|Avg: $161

80%

#948

Phenom II X6 1075T

MSRP: $245|Avg: N/A

80%

#949

PRO A10-8770E

MSRP: $395|Avg: $210

80%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Core i5-6442EQ across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Core i5-6442EQ specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Core i5-6442EQ is a 4-core / 4-thread processor based on the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture, manufactured on a 14 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 1.9 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 6 MB of L3 cache, plus 1 MB of L2 cache and 256 kB of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 4,483, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Core i5-6442EQ
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	4C / 4T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	1.9 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Skylake (2015−2016)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	14 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	6 MB
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	1 MB
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	256 kB
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor	122 mm2
Bus SpeedData bus frequency	4 × 8 GT/s
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	4,483

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Power & Cooling

The Core i5-6442EQ has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 25 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Core i5-6442EQ
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	25 Watt

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $250, the Core i5-6442EQ delivers 18 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #1942 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Core i5-6442EQ
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$250
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$250
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$250
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#1942
Release DateLaunch date	12 October 2015 (10 years ago)
Release Year	2015
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel