Core i5-6442EQ vs Core i3-1115GRE

Core i5-6442EQ

4 Cores4 Thrd25 WWMax: 1.9 GHz2015

Core i3-1115GRE

2 Cores4 Thrd15 WWMax: 3.9 GHz2020

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i5-6442EQ

4 / 4

4,483

0.0%

4,588

+2.3%

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 i5-6442EQ is positioned at rank 843 and the Core i3-1115GRE is on rank 1009, so the Core i5-6442EQ 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 i5-6442EQ

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

17385%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

16427%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

11927%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

3593%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

2846%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

2490%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

1426%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

1407%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

1282%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

1281%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

1267%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

1233%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

1216%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

1211%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

1200%

#842

Core i7-4785T

MSRP: $306|Avg: $32

100%

#843

Core i5-6442EQ

MSRP: $250|Avg: $250

100%

#844

Core i5-4690S

MSRP: $306|Avg: $189

100%

#845

Core i3-3250

MSRP: $138|Avg: $40

99%

#846

Core i3-3240

MSRP: $132|Avg: $15

99%

#847

Pentium G640T

MSRP: $64|Avg: $69

99%

#848

Core i7-5930K

MSRP: $583|Avg: $410

99%

#850

Core i3-3240T

MSRP: $117|Avg: $8

99%

#851

Athlon II X2 240

MSRP: $60|Avg: $10

99%

#853

Core i5-2500S

MSRP: $192|Avg: $61

98%

#855

Athlon X2 BE-2400

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

98%

#856

Pentium G850

MSRP: $86|Avg: $75

97%

#857

Core i3-2102

MSRP: $117|Avg: $15

97%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i3-1115GRE

#996

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

2162%

#997

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

2130%

#998

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1956%

#999

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1947%

#1000

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1929%

#1002

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1863%

#1003

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1786%

#1004

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1783%

#1005

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1735%

#1008

Pentium A1020

MSRP: $86|Avg: $86

100%

#1009

Core i3-1115GRE

MSRP: $338|Avg: $480

100%

#1010

Core i7-4702MQ

MSRP: $383|Avg: $50

100%

#1011

Pentium N4200

MSRP: $161|Avg: $30.89

99%

#1012

Pentium J2900

MSRP: $94|Avg: $20

98%

#1013

Celeron T1700

MSRP: $80|Avg: $5

97%

#1014

Celeron T3500

MSRP: $80|Avg: $10

97%

#1015

A12-9720P

MSRP: $200|Avg: $25

97%

#1016

Core i5-4300M

MSRP: $227|Avg: N/A

96%

#1017

Celeron 1005M

MSRP: $86|Avg: N/A

96%

#1018

Athlon 64 X2 TK-42

MSRP: $60|Avg: $10

95%

#1019

Athlon Neo MV-40

MSRP: $100|Avg: $5

94%

#1020

Core i7-4860EQ

MSRP: $434|Avg: $80

94%

#1021

Pentium SU2700

MSRP: $100|Avg: $10

93%

#1022

A4-1250

MSRP: $100|Avg: $30

93%

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 i3-1115GRE (2020) utilizes 10 nm technology and DDR4, LPDDR4X, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i5-6442EQ	Core i3-1115GRE
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	✅ More affordable ($250)	⚠️ Higher cost ($480)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Skylake (2015−2016) / 14 nm)	✨ Modern (Tiger Lake-U (2020−2021) / 10 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i5-6442EQ (2015) relies on 14 nm technology and older memory, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i5-6442EQ	Core i3-1115GRE
Cost Efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+88%)	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($250)	⚠️ Higher cost ($480)

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 i5-6442EQ Benchmark Check

Core i3-1115GRE Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i5-6442EQ and Core i3-1115GRE

Core i5-6442EQ

The Core i5-6442EQ 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: 1.9 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Thermal design power (TDP): 25 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 4,483 points. Launch price was $250.

Core i3-1115GRE

The Core i3-1115GRE is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 September 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Tiger Lake-U (2020−2021) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1449. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, LPDDR4X. Passmark benchmark score: 4,588 points. Launch price was $338.

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Processing Power

The Core i5-6442EQ packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Core i3-1115GRE offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the Core i5-6442EQ has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 1.9 GHz on the Core i5-6442EQ versus 3.9 GHz on the Core i3-1115GRE — a 69% clock advantage for the Core i3-1115GRE. The Core i5-6442EQ uses the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i3-1115GRE uses Tiger Lake-U (2020−2021) (10 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-6442EQ scores 4,483 against the Core i3-1115GRE's 4,588 — a 2.3% lead for the Core i3-1115GRE. L3 cache: 6 MB on the Core i5-6442EQ vs 6 MB (total) on the Core i3-1115GRE.

Feature	Core i5-6442EQ	Core i3-1115GRE
Cores / Threads	4 / 4+100%	2 / 4
Boost Clock	1.9 GHz	3.9 GHz+105%
Base Clock	—	2.2 GHz
L3 Cache	6 MB	6 MB (total)
L2 Cache	1 MB	1.25 MB (per core)+25%
Process	14 nm	10 nm-29%
Architecture	Skylake (2015−2016)	Tiger Lake-U (2020−2021)
PassMark	4,483	4,588+2%
Geekbench 6 Single	—	1,175
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	2,233

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: not specified (Core i5-6442EQ) / Yes (Core i3-1115GRE). The Core i3-1115GRE includes integrated graphics (Intel UHD Graphics), while the Core i5-6442EQ requires a dedicated GPU.

Feature	Core i5-6442EQ	Core i3-1115GRE
Integrated GPU	—	Yes
IGPU Model	—	Intel UHD Graphics
AVX-512	—	Yes
Virtualization	—	Yes

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Value Analysis

The Core i5-6442EQ launched at $250 MSRP, while the Core i3-1115GRE debuted at $338. At current prices ($250 vs $480), the Core i5-6442EQ is $230 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i5-6442EQ delivers 17.9 pts/$ vs 9.6 pts/$ for the Core i3-1115GRE — making the Core i5-6442EQ the 60.9% better value option.