Core i5-6440EQ vs MediaTek Kompanio 838
Core i5-6440EQ
MediaTek Kompanio 838
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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 i5-6440EQ is positioned at rank 765 and the MediaTek Kompanio 838 is on rank 103, so the MediaTek Kompanio 838 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Core i5-6440EQ
Performance Per Dollar MediaTek Kompanio 838
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-6440EQ | MediaTek Kompanio 838 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($150) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Skylake (2015−2016) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Cortex-A78 / A55 (2022−2024) / Standard Node) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-6440EQ | MediaTek Kompanio 838 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($150) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
Performance Check
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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Core i5-6440EQ and MediaTek Kompanio 838
Core i5-6440EQ
The Core i5-6440EQ is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 12 October 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Max frequency: 2.7 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: LPDDR3-1866. Passmark benchmark score: 5,329 points. Launch price was $250.
MediaTek Kompanio 838
The MediaTek Kompanio 838 is manufactured by an unknown manufacturer. It was released in 31 May 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Cortex-A78 / A55 (2022−2024) architecture. It features 8 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 2.2 GHz. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 5,343 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Core i5-6440EQ packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the MediaTek Kompanio 838 offers 8 cores / 8 threads — the MediaTek Kompanio 838 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.7 GHz on the Core i5-6440EQ versus 2.2 GHz on the MediaTek Kompanio 838 — a 20.4% clock advantage for the Core i5-6440EQ. The Core i5-6440EQ uses the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture (14 nm), while the MediaTek Kompanio 838 uses Cortex-A78 / A55 (2022−2024). In PassMark, the Core i5-6440EQ scores 5,329 against the MediaTek Kompanio 838's 5,343 — a 0.3% lead for the MediaTek Kompanio 838.
| Feature | Core i5-6440EQ | MediaTek Kompanio 838 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 8 / 8+100% |
| Boost Clock | 2.7 GHz+23% | 2.2 GHz |
| Base Clock | — | 2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB | — |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB | — |
| Process | 14 nm | — |
| Architecture | Skylake (2015−2016) | Cortex-A78 / A55 (2022−2024) |
| PassMark | 5,329 | 5,343 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 3,500 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 900 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 3,136 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d (Core i5-6440EQ) / not specified (MediaTek Kompanio 838). The Core i5-6440EQ includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 530), while the MediaTek Kompanio 838 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-6440EQ targets Workstation.
| Feature | Core i5-6440EQ | MediaTek Kompanio 838 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | — |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics 530 | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | — |
| Target Use | Workstation | — |
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