Core i7-6700

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Core i7-6700

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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 i7-6700 based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

5,422 Rank: 542
Rank Name Score Visual
538 Core i5-1145G7E 5,424
+0%
539 EPYC 7351P 5,423
+0%
540 Intel Core i7-4850HQ 5,423
+0%
541 Core i5-9500F 5,422
+0%
542 Core i7-6700 5,422
543 Xeon Silver 4216 5,415
-0.1%
544 Ryzen 7 1700 5,412
-0.2%
545 Core i5-6585R 5,411
-0.2%
546 Xeon Gold 6134 5,409
-0.2%
547 Pentium Gold G5600 5,406
-0.3%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Core i7-6700 based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

5,064 Rank: 591
Rank Name Score Visual
587 Xeon E-2244G 5,068
+0.1%
588 Core i7-6770HQ 5,068
+0.1%
589 Intel Core i7-4750HQ 5,067
+0.1%
590 Xeon E5-2470 v2 5,065
+0%
591 Core i7-6700 5,064
592 Xeon Silver 4110 5,061
-0.1%
593 Ryzen 3 PRO 7330U 5,061
-0.1%
594 Ryzen 3 PRO 5450U 5,059
-0.1%
595 Core i7-8706G 5,058
-0.1%
596 Ryzen 5 PRO 1500 5,058
-0.1%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Core i7-6700 based on single-threaded benchmark results.

5,661 Rank: 449
Rank Name Score Visual
445 Core i5-10500 5,671
+0.2%
446 Core i5-10400F 5,665
+0.1%
447 Xeon W-2140B 5,662
+0%
448 Xeon W-3275 5,661
+0%
449 Core i7-6700 5,661
450 Ryzen 5 4500 5,661
+0%
451 Xeon E5-1680 v4 5,659
+-0%
452 Xeon Gold 6348 5,659
+-0%
453 Core i7-7820HK 5,658
-0.1%
454 Core i5-5675C 5,658
-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 i7-6700 based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,701 Rank: 668
Rank Name Score Visual
664 Xeon E5-2430 v2 4,703
+0%
665 Core i7-980X 4,703
+0%
666 Xeon E3-1230 v6 4,702
+0%
667 Xeon X5680 4,702
+0%
668 Core i7-6700 4,701
669 Core i5-1035G7 4,700
+-0%
670 Xeon E3-1245 v5 4,700
+-0%
671 Xeon Bronze 3106 4,700
+-0%
672 Core i5-8400T 4,700
+-0%
673 Core i3-8350K 4,699
+-0%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Core i7-6700 based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

4,715 Rank: 654
Rank Name Score Visual
650 Xeon W-2123 4,716
+0%
651 Core i5-10200H 4,716
+0%
652 Xeon E3-1230 v6 4,715
+0%
653 Xeon D-1537 4,715
+0%
654 Core i7-6700 4,715
655 Xeon E3-1276 v3 4,715
+0%
656 Xeon E5-2430 v2 4,714
+-0%
657 Core i7-970 4,713
+-0%
658 Xeon W3670 4,712
-0.1%
659 Ryzen Embedded V1605B 4,710
-0.1%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Core i7-6700 based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,759 Rank: 641
Rank Name Score Visual
637 Xeon D-1539 4,761
+0%
638 Core i7-4770HQ 4,761
+0%
639 Core i5-7600K 4,760
+0%
640 Xeon E3-1230 V5 4,759
+0%
641 Core i7-6700 4,759
642 Core i7-4790K 4,758
+-0%
643 Core i5-1135G7 4,757
+-0%
644 Xeon E-2314 4,756
-0.1%
645 Xeon D-1537 4,752
-0.1%
646 Xeon E5-2623 v4 4,751
-0.2%

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Core i7-6700 Details

The Intel Core i7-6700 stands as a solid performer among older desktop processors, particularly when compared to its immediate peers. Launched in July 2015, it remains a relevant option for users seeking a capable CPU with integrated graphics, though its age is evident in today's market. As of March 2026, it competes against processors that are significantly more advanced in both performance and feature sets, yet it still holds a respectable position in the broader CPU hierarchy.

At the heart of the Core i7-6700 lies the Skylake microarchitecture, built on Intel's 14 nm process. This 4-core, 8-thread processor operates at a base frequency of 3.4 GHz and can boost up to 4.0 GHz on a single core, with turbo frequencies scaling down to 3.7 GHz when all cores are active. The chip features a 65 W TDP and is designed for the LGA-1151 socket, making it compatible with a range of 100 and 200 Series chipsets. Its integrated HD Graphics 530 GPU, with 24 execution units and a maximum frequency of 1.15 GHz, provides basic graphics capabilities suitable for everyday tasks and light multimedia use.

The Core i7-6700 delivers a balanced performance profile, with an overall Passmark score of 5422, placing it at #541 of 2060 processors. Its single-core performance is particularly strong, scoring 5661 and ranking #448, which positions it ahead of several modern consumer CPUs. However, its multicore performance, with a score of 5064 and rank of #591, shows that while it remains competitive, it is outpaced by newer multi-core processors. This gap is most pronounced when compared to the top performers in the list, such as the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX, which achieves a score over double that of the i7-6700.

Despite its age, the Core i7-6700 supports a wide range of modern features, including Intel Hyper-Threading, AVX, AVX2, and AES-NI. It also includes advanced virtualization technologies like Intel VT-x and VT-d, making it suitable for virtualization tasks. The processor supports dual-channel DDR3L-1600 and DDR4-2133 memory, with a maximum capacity of 64 GB and a memory bandwidth of up to 34.1 GB/s.

In conclusion, the Core i7-6700 is best suited for users who need a reliable, energy-efficient CPU for general computing, office work, and light gaming, particularly in systems where a discrete GPU is not desired. While it is no longer a top-tier performer, its single-core strength and feature set ensure it remains a viable choice for budget-conscious builds or as a replacement in older systems.
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Intel Core i7-6700

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Core i7-6700
Family: Core
Series: i7-6000
Model Number: i7-6700
Cores: 4
Threads: 8
Base Frequency: 3400 MHz
Turbo Frequency (1 core): 4000 MHz
Turbo Frequency (2 cores): 3900 MHz
Turbo Frequency (3 cores): 3800 MHz
Turbo Frequency (4 cores): 3700 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 34x (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: $312.00

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: 8 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 HT TBT 2.0 EIST TXT vPro VT-x VT-d EPT MPX SGX Secure Key SMEP SIPP IPT TSX
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