Core i5-6287U vs Pentium G4620

Core i5-6287U

2 Cores4 Thrd28 WWMax: 3.5 GHz2015

Pentium G4620

2 Cores4 Thrd51 WWMax: 3.7 GHz2017

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i5-6287U

2 / 4

3,801

+1.1%

3,761

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 i5-6287U is positioned at rank 470 and the Pentium G4620 is on rank 471, so the Core i5-6287U 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 i5-6287U

#458

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

618%

#459

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

609%

#460

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

559%

#461

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

556%

#462

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

551%

#464

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

532%

#465

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

510%

#466

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

509%

#467

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

496%

#470

Core i5-6287U

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#472

Ryzen Embedded R1505G

MSRP: $80|Avg: $80

100%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Pentium G4620

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

7128%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

6735%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

4890%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

1473%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

1167%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

1021%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

585%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

577%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

525%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

525%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

520%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

506%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

498%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

496%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

492%

#364

Celeron G6900TE

MSRP: $53|Avg: $64

99%

#365

Core i5-8600T

MSRP: $213|Avg: $213

99%

#366

Celeron G4950

MSRP: $52|Avg: $63

99%

#367

Core i9-10900E

MSRP: $488|Avg: $450

98%

#368

Core i7-9700KF

MSRP: $374|Avg: $333

98%

#471

Pentium G4620

MSRP: $86|Avg: $154

100%

#476

Athlon X4 830

MSRP: $70|Avg: $25

99%

#480

Athlon X4 860K

MSRP: $80|Avg: $20

98%

#483

Core i7-8700

MSRP: $303|Avg: $110

96%

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 Pentium G4620 (2017) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR4-2133/2400, DDR3L-1333/1600, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i5-6287U	Pentium G4620
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($154)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Skylake (2015−2016) / 14 nm)	✨ Modern (Kaby Lake (2016−2019) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i5-6287U (2015) relies on 14 nm technology and DDR3, DDR4, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i5-6287U	Pentium G4620
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($154)

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 i5-6287U Benchmark Check

Pentium G4620 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i5-6287U and Pentium G4620

Core i5-6287U

The Core i5-6287U 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 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1356. Thermal design power (TDP): 28 Watt. Memory support: DDR3, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 3,801 points. Launch price was $304.

Pentium G4620

The Pentium G4620 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 3.7 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 51 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2133/2400, DDR3L-1333/1600. Passmark benchmark score: 3,761 points. Launch price was $100.

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Processing Power

Both the Core i5-6287U and Pentium G4620 share an identical 2-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.5 GHz on the Core i5-6287U versus 3.7 GHz on the Pentium G4620 — a 5.6% clock advantage for the Pentium G4620 (base: 3.1 GHz vs 3.7 GHz). The Core i5-6287U uses the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture (14 nm), while the Pentium G4620 uses Kaby Lake (2016−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-6287U scores 3,801 against the Pentium G4620's 3,761 — a 1.1% lead for the Core i5-6287U. L3 cache: 4 MB on the Core i5-6287U vs 3 MB (total) on the Pentium G4620.

Feature	Core i5-6287U	Pentium G4620
Cores / Threads	2 / 4	2 / 4
Boost Clock	3.5 GHz	3.7 GHz+6%
Base Clock	3.1 GHz	3.7 GHz+19%
L3 Cache	4 MB+33%	3 MB (total)
L2 Cache	512 kB+100%	256 kB (per core)
Process	14 nm	14 nm
Architecture	Skylake (2015−2016)	Kaby Lake (2016−2019)
PassMark	3,801+1%	3,761
Geekbench 6 Single	816	—

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Memory & Platform

The Core i5-6287U uses the BGA1356 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Pentium G4620 uses LGA1151 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Core i5-6287U	Pentium G4620
Socket	BGA1356	LGA1151
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, EPT (Core i5-6287U) / not specified (Pentium G4620). The Core i5-6287U includes integrated graphics (Iris Graphics 550), while the Pentium G4620 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-6287U targets High Performance Laptop. Direct competitor: Core i5-6287U rivals FX-9800P.