Core i7-6820HK

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Core i7-6820HK

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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 i7-6820HK based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

5,200 Rank: 710
Rank Name Score Visual
706 Xeon E3-1246 v3 5,202
+0%
707 Core i3-9100F 5,201
+0%
708 EPYC 7281 5,201
+0%
709 Xeon E5-2660 v4 5,200
+0%
710 Core i7-6820HK 5,200
711 Xeon E5-1650 v2 5,200
+0%
712 Core i5-10400T 5,200
+0%
713 Xeon E5-2670 v3 5,199
+-0%
714 Core i7-4930MX 5,199
+-0%
715 Xeon Gold 5120 5,198
+-0%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Core i7-6820HK based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,886 Rank: 744
Rank Name Score Visual
740 Xeon E3-1535M V5 4,890
+0.1%
741 Xeon E3-1545M v5 4,888
+0%
742 Core i7-970 4,888
+0%
743 Xeon E5-2650L v2 4,887
+0%
744 Core i7-6820HK 4,886
745 Xeon E3-1230 V2 4,886
+0%
746 Xeon E3-1276 v3 4,885
+-0%
747 Core i5-9400 4,884
+-0%
748 Core i5-10200H 4,884
+-0%
749 Xeon Silver 4210 4,883
-0.1%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Core i7-6820HK based on single-threaded benchmark results.

5,409 Rank: 633
Rank Name Score Visual
629 Pentium Gold G5500T 5,414
+0.1%
630 Core i7-8550U 5,414
+0.1%
631 Core i3-4340 5,411
+0%
632 Xeon Gold 6130 5,409
+0%
633 Core i7-6820HK 5,409
634 Xeon Gold 6242 5,407
+-0%
635 Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE 5,405
-0.1%
636 Core i5-6500 5,405
-0.1%
637 Xeon Gold 6148 5,404
-0.1%
638 Core i5-1035G1 5,401
-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 i7-6820HK based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,675 Rank: 739
Rank Name Score Visual
735 Core i7-7920HQ 4,676
+0%
736 Core i5-7600K 4,676
+0%
737 Core i7-4820K 4,676
+0%
738 Ryzen 5 PRO 3400GE 4,675
+0%
739 Core i7-6820HK 4,675
740 Core i3-8300 4,675
+0%
741 Ryzen 3 PRO 1300 4,675
+0%
742 Xeon E5-1620 v2 4,675
+0%
743 Core i7-4930MX 4,675
+0%
744 Xeon X5660 4,675
+0%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Core i7-6820HK based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

4,669 Rank: 754
Rank Name Score Visual
750 Xeon X5650 4,672
+0.1%
751 Core i5-1035G4 4,671
+0%
752 Ryzen 3 PRO 3200GE 4,670
+0%
753 Xeon E3-1280 4,670
+0%
754 Core i7-6820HK 4,669
755 Xeon E3-1505M v5 4,668
+-0%
756 Ryzen 3 2200G 4,668
+-0%
757 Core i7-3940XM 4,668
+-0%
758 Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G 4,667
+-0%
759 Ryzen 3 1300X 4,667
+-0%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Core i7-6820HK based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,740 Rank: 667
Rank Name Score Visual
663 Core i5-10300H 4,742
+0%
664 Core i3-9100 4,741
+0%
665 Xeon E5-1620 v4 4,741
+0%
666 Xeon E3-1535M V5 4,740
+0%
667 Core i7-6820HK 4,740
668 Ryzen 3 PRO 4450U 4,740
+0%
669 Core i3-9300T 4,739
+-0%
670 Xeon E3-1286 v3 4,739
+-0%
671 Core i5-10200H 4,739
+-0%
672 Core i5-1035G7 4,737
-0.1%

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Core i7-6820HK Details

Ranking #709 of 2060 in overall performance, the Intel Core i7-6820HK delivers a balanced blend of single-core and multi-core capabilities that remain relevant for mainstream mobile computing. Released in 2016 as part of Intel’s Skylake-H architecture, this processor was designed for high-performance laptops, particularly in the enthusiast and workstation segments. Though now over seven years old, its 45 W TDP and 14 nm manufacturing process still enable efficient power delivery for sustained workloads, especially when paired with appropriate cooling solutions.

Built on the Skylake microarchitecture, the i7-6820HK features four cores and eight threads, thanks to Intel’s Hyper-Threading technology. With a base clock of 2.7 GHz and a maximum turbo frequency of 3.6 GHz, the CPU leverages Intel Turbo Boost 2.0 to dynamically increase performance under load. It supports up to 64 GB of DDR4-2133 or DDR3L-1600 memory across two channels, delivering a peak memory bandwidth of 31.79 GiB/s. The processor also includes 8 MiB of L3 cache and 1 MiB of L2 cache, ensuring fast data access for demanding applications.

The integrated Intel HD Graphics 530 GPU plays a significant role in this processor’s appeal, offering 24 execution units and a maximum frequency of 1.05 GHz. It supports up to three displays and is capable of handling light gaming and multimedia tasks. While not a match for discrete GPUs, the HD 530 provides adequate graphics performance for office productivity, video playback, and casual gaming at lower resolutions.

In benchmark testing, the i7-6820HK achieves a single-core score of 5409, placing it at #632 among 2060 processors, and a multicore score of 4886, ranking #744. Its overall score of 5200 positions it at #709, indicating it competes well with modern mid-tier mobile CPUs despite its age. Notably, the single-core performance exceeds many modern low-power and mid-range offerings, such as the Core i5-10200H and Ryzen 3 2200G, showcasing its continued relevance in compute-intensive tasks.

The processor supports a wide array of Intel technologies, including AVX2, AES-NI, and Intel VT-x, along with advanced power management features like Enhanced SpeedStep and Intel Turbo Boost. These capabilities, combined with its 64-bit x86-64 architecture and support for multiple instruction sets, make it a versatile choice for developers, content creators, and professionals requiring reliable performance.

As of March 2026, the Core i7-6820HK remains a viable option for users who prioritize single-threaded performance and integrated graphics in mobile platforms. While newer processors offer significant gains in efficiency and multi-core throughput, the i7-6820HK still holds its own in applications where raw CPU speed and memory bandwidth are critical. It is best suited for business laptops, entry-level gaming machines, and general-purpose computing, where its mature architecture and proven reliability provide a solid foundation.
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Intel Core i7-6820HK

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Core i7-6820HK
Family: Core
Series: i7-6000
Model Number: i7-6820HK
Cores: 4
Threads: 8
Base Frequency: 2700 MHz
Turbo Frequency (1 core): 3600 MHz
Turbo Frequency (2 cores): 3400 MHz
Turbo Frequency (3 cores): 3300 MHz
Turbo Frequency (4 cores): 3200 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 27x (unlocked)
Microarchitecture: Skylake
Core Name: Skylake
Core Family: 6
Core Model: 94
Package: FCBGA-1440
Target Segment: Mobile
Max CPUs: 1
TDP: 45 W
Release Price: $378.00

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: LPDDR3-1866 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: 1050 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 VT-x VT-d EPT MPX SGX Secure Key SMEP IPT TSX Flex Memory MWT ISRT
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