Core i5-6600

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Core i5-6600

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Benchmark Results

Combined benchmark scores based on multiple data points, giving a quick overview of this processor's performance.

Overall Score

Overall score for Core i5-6600 based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

5,254 Rank: 653
Rank Name Score Visual
649 Core i7-9850H 5,258
+0.1%
650 Core i5-9400F 5,257
+0.1%
651 Core i7-7700HQ 5,256
+0%
652 Core i5-7287U 5,256
+0%
653 Core i5-6600 5,254
654 Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE 5,251
-0.1%
655 Core i5-8300H 5,251
-0.1%
656 Core i5-4670K 5,251
-0.1%
657 Core i7-8559U 5,250
-0.1%
658 Core i5-8400T 5,250
-0.1%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Core i5-6600 based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,877 Rank: 756
Rank Name Score Visual
752 Core i7-3770K 4,881
+0.1%
753 Core i7-4722HQ 4,881
+0.1%
754 Core i7 975 4,881
+0.1%
755 Core i3-1115G4 4,878
+0%
756 Core i5-6600 4,877
757 Core i5-4690K 4,877
+0%
758 Xeon E5-1620 v2 4,877
+0%
759 Core i5-4690 4,876
+-0%
760 Ryzen 5 PRO 3500U 4,875
+-0%
761 Core i7-7740X 4,874
-0.1%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Core i5-6600 based on single-threaded benchmark results.

5,506 Rank: 550
Rank Name Score Visual
546 Xeon E5-2689 v4 5,507
+0%
547 FX-8320 5,507
+0%
548 Ryzen 7 5700U 5,507
+0%
549 Xeon E3-1230 V5 5,506
+0%
550 Core i5-6600 5,506
551 Core i3-8300T 5,505
+-0%
552 Xeon E5-2698 v4 5,498
-0.1%
553 Xeon E5-1660 v4 5,497
-0.2%
554 Ryzen 3 PRO 1300 5,496
-0.2%
555 Core i5-9400F 5,495
-0.2%

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Workload Scores

Performance scores grouped by workload type, normalized and aggregated from multiple raw benchmark results.

Number Crunching

Aggregated score for Core i5-6600 based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,653 Rank: 812
Rank Name Score Visual
808 Core i5-8350U 4,654
+0%
809 Core i7-4770T 4,654
+0%
810 Ryzen 3 4300U 4,654
+0%
811 Ryzen 7 3700U 4,653
+0%
812 Core i5-6600 4,653
813 Ryzen 3 3200G 4,653
+0%
814 Ryzen 7 PRO 2700U 4,652
+-0%
815 Core i5-4590 4,652
+-0%
816 Core i5-4570R 4,652
+-0%
817 Core i7-6700HQ 4,651
+-0%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Core i5-6600 based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

4,624 Rank: 844
Rank Name Score Visual
840 Ryzen 3 3300U 4,626
+0%
841 Core i7-6822EQ 4,625
+0%
842 Core i5-7500 4,625
+0%
843 Phenom II X6 1100T 4,625
+0%
844 Core i5-6600 4,624
845 Ryzen 3 PRO 2300U 4,624
+0%
846 Core i7-4700MQ 4,623
+-0%
847 Core i5-4690K 4,622
+-0%
848 Core i7-4712HQ 4,622
+-0%
849 Core i5-10310U 4,622
+-0%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Core i5-6600 based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,724 Rank: 698
Rank Name Score Visual
694 Xeon E3-1275 v3 4,725
+0%
695 Xeon E3-1280 v3 4,725
+0%
696 Xeon E3-1220 v5 4,724
+0%
697 Core i7-6820EQ 4,724
+0%
698 Core i5-6600 4,724
699 Xeon E3-1246 v3 4,724
+0%
700 Xeon E3-1231 v3 4,724
+0%
701 Xeon E3-1225 v6 4,722
+-0%
702 Core i7-7820HQ 4,721
-0.1%
703 Core i5-7500 4,721
-0.1%

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Core i5-6600 Details

Ranking #653 of 2060 in overall performance, the Intel Core i5-6600 offers a balanced desktop processor experience that remains relevant for mainstream computing tasks despite its age. Released in early 2016 as part of Intel's Skylake microarchitecture lineup, this CPU is now over eight years old, placing it firmly in the legacy category. While no longer competitive with modern processors, the i5-6600 still holds its own in basic productivity and light multimedia applications, especially in systems where integrated graphics are sufficient.

Built on a 14 nm process, the Core i5-6600 features a quad-core design with no simultaneous multithreading, meaning it supports four physical cores and four threads. It operates at a base frequency of 3.3 GHz, with a maximum turbo frequency of 3.9 GHz when running under a single core load. This makes it particularly strong in single-threaded workloads, where it achieves a single-core score of 5506, placing it at #549 among 2060 CPUs. The processor’s performance is further supported by a 65 W TDP and a 122 mm² die size, making it suitable for standard desktop builds without aggressive cooling.

The i5-6600 includes 6 MiB of L3 cache, 1 MiB of L2 cache, and 0.25 MiB of L1 cache, distributed as 0.125 MiB for both L1 instruction and data. It supports DDR3L-1600 and DDR4-2133 memory, with a maximum capacity of 64 GiB and a memory bandwidth of 31.79 GiB/s across two channels. This memory support allows for modest upgrades in systems with compatible motherboards, though the lack of support for newer DDR5 standards limits its future scalability.

Integrated graphics are provided by Intel's HD Graphics 530, which includes 24 execution units and a maximum frequency of 1.15 GHz. This GPU supports up to three displays and is capable of handling basic video playback and light gaming, though it is not suitable for modern AAA titles. The processor also supports a wide array of features, including AVX2, AES-NI, Intel VT-x, and Intel Turbo Boost 2.0, ensuring compatibility with a broad range of software and virtualization environments.

In multicore performance, the i5-6600 scores 4877, ranking #756 out of 2060 CPUs, which indicates that while it can handle multitasking and moderately demanding workloads, it is significantly outpaced by modern processors. Its overall score of 5254 reflects a well-rounded but dated performer, particularly when compared to current-generation CPUs like the Ryzen 9 9950X3D or Core Ultra 9 285K, which are more than 50% faster in overall benchmarks.

As of March 2026, the Core i5-6600 remains a viable option for budget builds, light office use, or systems where cost and power efficiency are priorities. It is best suited for users who do not require high-end performance or future-proofing, and who may benefit from its lower power consumption and affordability. However, for users engaging in content creation, gaming, or professional applications, upgrading to a more recent processor is strongly recommended.
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Intel Core i5-6600

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Core i5-6600
Family: Core
Series: i5-6000
Model Number: i5-6600
Cores: 4
Threads: 4
Base Frequency: 3300 MHz
Turbo Frequency (1 core): 3900 MHz
Turbo Frequency (2 cores): 3800 MHz
Turbo Frequency (3 cores): 3700 MHz
Turbo Frequency (4 cores): 3600 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 33x (locked)
Microarchitecture: Skylake
Core Name: Skylake
Core Family: 6
Core Model: 94
Socket: LGA-1151
Package: FCLGA-1151
Chipset: Sunrise
Target Segment: Desktop
Max CPUs: 1
TDP: 65 W
Release Price: $224.00

Cache Specifications

L1 Cache: 256 KiB
L1 Instruction Cache: 128 KiB (8-way set associative)
L1 Data Cache: 128 KiB (8-way set associative)
L2 Cache: 1 MiB (4-way set associative)
L3 Cache: 6 MiB

Memory Specifications

Supported Memory Type: DDR3L-1600 and DDR4-2133
Memory Channels: 2
Maximum Memory: 64 GB
Maximum Bandwidth: 31.79 GB/s
ECC Support: No

Integrated Graphics

GPU: HD Graphics 530
GPU Designer: Intel
GPU Max Frequency: 1150 MHz
Execution Units: 24

Physical Specifications

Process: 14 nm
Die Area: 122 mm²
Manufacturer: Intel
Technology: CMOS
Word Size: 64-bit
ISA: x86-64 (x86)

CPU Features

MMX EMMX SSE SSE2 SSE3 SSSE3 SSE4.1 SSE4.2 AVX AVX2 ABM BMI1 BMI2 FMA3 AES RdRand ADX CLMUL F16C x86-16 x86-32 x86-64 Real Protected SMM FPU NX TBT 2.0 EIST TXT vPro VT-x VT-d EPT MPX SGX Secure Key SMEP SIPP IPT TSX Flex Memory FMA
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