Core i5-6600T

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Core i5-6600T

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

5,261 Rank: 646
Rank Name Score Visual
642 Core i7-10750H 5,269
+0.2%
643 Xeon E3-1231 v3 5,268
+0.1%
644 Core i7-6770HQ 5,264
+0.1%
645 Xeon Silver 4215 5,262
+0%
646 Core i5-6600T 5,261
647 Xeon E3-1265L v3 5,260
+-0%
648 Intel Core i7-3770K 5,259
+-0%
649 Core i7-9850H 5,258
-0.1%
650 Core i5-9400F 5,257
-0.1%
651 Core i7-7700HQ 5,256
-0.1%

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Multicore Score

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

4,827 Rank: 813
Rank Name Score Visual
809 Xeon Silver 4112 4,829
+0%
810 Xeon E3-1505M v5 4,828
+0%
811 AMD Ryzen 5 1400 4,828
+0%
812 Xeon E3-1226 v3 4,828
+0%
813 Core i5-6600T 4,827
814 Core i5-1035G4 4,826
+-0%
815 Core i5-6402P 4,825
+-0%
816 Core i3-10100 4,825
+-0%
817 Xeon E3-1275 v5 4,820
-0.1%
818 Ryzen 5 7520U 4,820
-0.1%

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Singlecore Score

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

5,550 Rank: 518
Rank Name Score Visual
514 Xeon Platinum 8180 5,551
+0%
515 Xeon E5-2643 v4 5,551
+0%
516 Core i7-8559U 5,550
+0%
517 Xeon E3-1575M v5 5,550
+0%
518 Core i5-6600T 5,550
519 FX-8100 5,549
+-0%
520 Ryzen 5 1600X 5,546
-0.1%
521 Core i7-4790 5,545
-0.1%
522 Xeon Gold 6150 5,544
-0.1%
523 Xeon Gold 6142M 5,544
-0.1%

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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 i5-6600T based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,637 Rank: 867
Rank Name Score Visual
863 Core i5-7440EQ 4,638
+0%
864 Core i5-4460 4,638
+0%
865 Core i5-6500 4,637
+0%
866 Core i5-7440HQ 4,637
+0%
867 Core i5-6600T 4,637
868 Core i5-3550 4,637
+0%
869 Core i7-4700MQ 4,637
+0%
870 Xeon E3-1280 4,637
+0%
871 Core i3-9100T 4,636
+-0%
872 Core i7-4702HQ 4,636
+-0%

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Data Processing

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

4,607 Rank: 884
Rank Name Score Visual
880 Xeon E3-1225 v6 4,608
+0%
881 Athlon 240GE 4,607
+0%
882 Xeon E3-1220 v5 4,607
+0%
883 Core i5-6500 4,607
+0%
884 Core i5-6600T 4,607
885 Core i5-4670S 4,607
+0%
886 Core i7-3612QM 4,607
+0%
887 Core i3-9100T 4,605
+-0%
888 Xeon E-2104G 4,605
+-0%
889 Core i5-7400 4,605
+-0%

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Physics & Compute

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

4,687 Rank: 760
Rank Name Score Visual
756 Xeon E3-1220 v3 4,688
+0%
757 Core i7-4910MQ 4,688
+0%
758 Xeon W-2102 4,687
+0%
759 Core i5-6350HQ 4,687
+0%
760 Core i5-6600T 4,687
761 Core i7-4820K 4,687
+0%
762 Xeon E5-2430 v2 4,687
+0%
763 Core i5-7500T 4,686
+-0%
764 Core i5-6400 4,686
+-0%
765 Core i5-4670 4,686
+-0%

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Core i5-6600T Details

The Intel Core i5-6600T stands out for its impressive single-core performance, achieving a score of 5550 and ranking #516 in the single-core benchmark. While not a top-tier processor in today's landscape, its efficiency and integrated graphics make it a compelling option for low-power desktop systems. Launched in July 2015, this processor is now over eight years old, placing it firmly in the realm of legacy hardware. Despite its age, the Core i5-6600T remains relevant in niche applications where power efficiency and integrated graphics are priorities.

Built on Intel’s Skylake microarchitecture and manufactured on a 14 nm process, the Core i5-6600T features four cores and four threads, operating at a base frequency of 2.7 GHz with a turbo boost up to 3.5 GHz. The processor is designed for the desktop market and uses the LGA-1151 socket, making it compatible with a wide range of motherboards from the 100 and 200 series chipsets. With a TDP of just 35 W, it is one of the most power-efficient quad-core processors in its class, ideal for small form factor PCs and office workstations.

The Core i5-6600T includes 6 MB of L3 cache, 1 MB of L2 cache, and 0.25 MB of L1 cache, distributed across the cores to ensure low-latency access to frequently used data. It supports dual-channel DDR3L-1600 and DDR4-2133 memory, with a maximum capacity of 64 GB. The memory bandwidth reaches 34.1 GB/s, which is adequate for general productivity and light multimedia tasks. The processor also supports advanced features such as AVX2, AES-NI, and Intel’s Turbo Boost 2.0, enhancing performance in computation-heavy applications.

Integrated into the processor is Intel’s HD Graphics 530, featuring 24 execution units and a base frequency of 350 MHz, capable of boosting up to 1.1 GHz. This GPU supports up to three displays and can handle 1080p video playback with ease. While not suitable for modern gaming, it provides sufficient graphical performance for office use, web browsing, and light content creation. The processor also includes robust virtualization support through Intel VT-x and VT-d, making it suitable for virtual machine environments.

In multicore performance, the Core i5-6600T scores 4827, ranking #813 among 2060 processors, placing it ahead of several modern chips like the Core i5-1035G4 and Core i5-6402P. Its overall score of 5261 ranks it #646, indicating that while it holds its own in single-threaded tasks, its multicore capabilities are limited compared to current-generation CPUs. The processor is outpaced by modern high-end desktop and mobile chips, particularly those from AMD and Intel’s own Core Ultra lineup.

As of March 2026, the Core i5-6600T is best suited for budget builds, retro computing, or systems where low power consumption and integrated graphics are paramount. While it lacks the raw power of today’s processors, its efficiency and long-standing support for key technologies make it a reliable choice for basic computing needs.
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Intel Core i5-6600T

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Core i5-6600T
Family: Core
Series: i5-6000
Model Number: i5-6600T
Cores: 4
Threads: 4
Base Frequency: 2700 MHz
Turbo Frequency (1 core): 3500 MHz
Turbo Frequency (2 cores): 3400 MHz
Turbo Frequency (3 cores): 3300 MHz
Turbo Frequency (4 cores): 3300 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 27x (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: 35 W
Release Price: $213.00

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: 1100 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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