Core i3-7167U vs Core i7-6560U

Core i3-7167U

2 Cores4 Thrd512 WWMax: 2.8 GHz2017

Core i7-6560U

2 Cores4 Thrd15 WWMax: 3.2 GHz2015

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i3-7167U

2 / 4

3,368

+0.6%

3,347

0.0%

About PassMark

PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.

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. The Core i3-7167U is positioned at rank 531 and the Core i7-6560U is on rank 378, so the Core i7-6560U offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

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 i3-7167U

#167

Core Ultra 7 258V

MSRP: $450|Avg: $400

100%

#169

Core i7-1280P

MSRP: $482|Avg: $482

99%

#518

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

697%

#519

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

687%

#520

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

630%

#521

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

628%

#522

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

622%

#524

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

600%

#525

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

576%

#526

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

575%

#527

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

559%

#531

Core i3-7167U

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i7-6560U

#366

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

526%

#367

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

518%

#368

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

476%

#369

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

474%

#370

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

469%

#372

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

453%

#373

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

435%

#374

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

434%

#375

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

422%

#378

Core i7-6560U

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#391

Core i5-1145GRE

MSRP: $362|Avg: N/A

98%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Core i3-7167U (2017) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR4, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i3-7167U	Core i7-6560U
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing
Longevity	✨ Modern (Kaby Lake (2016−2019) / 14 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Skylake (2015−2016) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i7-6560U (2015) relies on 14 nm technology and DDR3, DDR4, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i3-7167U	Core i7-6560U
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.

Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.

Core i3-7167U Benchmark Check

Core i7-6560U Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i3-7167U and Core i7-6560U

Core i3-7167U

The Core i3-7167U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 January 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 2.8 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1356. Thermal design power (TDP): 28 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 3,368 points. Launch price was $304.

Core i7-6560U

The Core i7-6560U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1356. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR3, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 3,347 points. Launch price was $69.

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Processing Power

Both the Core i3-7167U and Core i7-6560U share an identical 2-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.8 GHz on the Core i3-7167U versus 3.2 GHz on the Core i7-6560U — a 13.3% clock advantage for the Core i7-6560U (base: 2.8 GHz vs 2.2 GHz). The Core i3-7167U uses the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i7-6560U uses Skylake (2015−2016) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-7167U scores 3,368 against the Core i7-6560U's 3,347 — a 0.6% lead for the Core i3-7167U. L3 cache: 3 MB on the Core i3-7167U vs 4 MB on the Core i7-6560U.

Feature	Core i3-7167U	Core i7-6560U
Cores / Threads	2 / 4	2 / 4
Boost Clock	2.8 GHz	3.2 GHz+14%
Base Clock	2.8 GHz+27%	2.2 GHz
L3 Cache	3 MB	4 MB+33%
L2 Cache	512 kB	512 kB
Process	14 nm	14 nm
Architecture	Kaby Lake (2016−2019)	Skylake (2015−2016)
PassMark	3,368	3,347

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Memory & Platform

Both processors use the BGA1356 socket with PCIe 3.0.

Feature	Core i3-7167U	Core i7-6560U
Socket	BGA1356	BGA1356
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR4-2133	—
Max RAM Capacity	32 GB	—
RAM Channels	2	—
ECC Support	❌	—
PCIe Lanes	12	—

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d (Core i3-7167U) / not specified (Core i7-6560U). The Core i3-7167U includes integrated graphics (Iris Plus Graphics 650), while the Core i7-6560U requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-7167U targets Mobile.