Core i5-6440HQ vs Ryzen Embedded V2A46

Core i5-6440HQ

4 Cores4 Thrd45 WWMax: 3.5 GHz2015

Ryzen Embedded V2A46

6 Cores12 Thrd35 WWMax: 3.2 GHz2023

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i5-6440HQ

4 / 4

5,021

+0.4%

4,999

0.0%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX

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. The Core i5-6440HQ is positioned at rank #879 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

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 i5-6440HQ

#867

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1461%

#868

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1440%

#869

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1322%

#870

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1316%

#871

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1304%

#873

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1259%

#874

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1207%

#875

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1205%

#876

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1173%

#879

Core i5-6440HQ

MSRP: $250|Avg: N/A

100%

#882

Celeron Dual-Core T1600

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

100%

#884

Athlon II N330

MSRP: $100|Avg: $50

100%

#889

Core i7-7820EQ

MSRP: $378|Avg: $378

98%

#890

Celeron 7305

MSRP: $128|Avg: $107

98%

#891

E-300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $20

98%

#892

Core i7-7820HK

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

97%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar

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 Ryzen Embedded V2A46 (2023) utilizes 7 nm technology and DDR4, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i5-6440HQ	Ryzen Embedded V2A46
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($250)	✅ More affordable ($0)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Skylake (2015−2016) / 14 nm)	✨ Modern (Renoir (2020−2023) / 7 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i5-6440HQ (2015) relies on 14 nm technology and DDR3, DDR4, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i5-6440HQ	Ryzen Embedded V2A46
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($250)	✅ More affordable ($0)

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 i5-6440HQ Benchmark Check

Ryzen Embedded V2A46 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i5-6440HQ and Ryzen Embedded V2A46

Core i5-6440HQ

The Core i5-6440HQ 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 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1440. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR3, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 5,021 points. Launch price was $250.

Ryzen Embedded V2A46

The Ryzen Embedded V2A46 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 4 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Renoir (2020−2023) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: FP6. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 4,999 points. Launch price was $69.

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Processing Power

The Core i5-6440HQ packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Ryzen Embedded V2A46 offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Ryzen Embedded V2A46 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.5 GHz on the Core i5-6440HQ versus 3.2 GHz on the Ryzen Embedded V2A46 — a 9% clock advantage for the Core i5-6440HQ (base: 2.6 GHz vs 3 GHz). The Core i5-6440HQ uses the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture (14 nm), while the Ryzen Embedded V2A46 uses Renoir (2020−2023) (7 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-6440HQ scores 5,021 against the Ryzen Embedded V2A46's 4,999 — a 0.4% lead for the Core i5-6440HQ. L3 cache: 6 MB on the Core i5-6440HQ vs 8 MB (total) on the Ryzen Embedded V2A46.

Feature	Core i5-6440HQ	Ryzen Embedded V2A46
Cores / Threads	4 / 4	6 / 12+50%
Boost Clock	3.5 GHz+9%	3.2 GHz
Base Clock	2.6 GHz	3 GHz+15%
L3 Cache	6 MB	8 MB (total)+33%
L2 Cache	1 MB+100%	512 kB (per core)
Process	14 nm	7 nm-50%
Architecture	Skylake (2015−2016)	Renoir (2020−2023)
PassMark	5,021	4,999

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Memory & Platform

The Core i5-6440HQ uses the BGA1440 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen Embedded V2A46 uses FP6 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Core i5-6440HQ	Ryzen Embedded V2A46
Socket	BGA1440	FP6
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR4-2133	—
Max RAM Capacity	64 GB	—
RAM Channels	2	—
ECC Support	❌	—
PCIe Lanes	16	—

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d (Core i5-6440HQ) / not specified (Ryzen Embedded V2A46). The Core i5-6440HQ includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 530), while the Ryzen Embedded V2A46 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-6440HQ targets Mobile.