Core i5-6442EQ vs Core i7-1068G7

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 i7-1068G7 is on rank 704, so the Core i7-1068G7 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

#1

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

17385%

#2

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

16427%

#3

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

11927%

#4

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

3593%

#5

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

2846%

#6

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

2490%

#7

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

1426%

#8

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

1407%

#9

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 i7-1068G7

#691

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

989%

#692

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

975%

#693

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

895%

#694

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

891%

#695

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

883%

#697

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

852%

#698

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

817%

#699

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

816%

#700

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

794%

#703

C-60

MSRP: $50|Avg: $20

100%

#704

Core i7-1068G7

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#711

Core i7-10850H

MSRP: $395|Avg: N/A

99%

#717

Core i3-1315UE

MSRP: $312|Avg: $250

97%

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 i7-1068G7 (2019) utilizes 10 nm technology and DDR4, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i5-6442EQ	Core i7-1068G7
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior 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 (Ice Lake (Client) (2019) / 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 i7-1068G7
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 i5-6442EQ Benchmark Check

Core i7-1068G7 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i5-6442EQ and Core i7-1068G7

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 i7-1068G7

The Core i7-1068G7 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 August 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Ice Lake (Client) (2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.3 GHz, with boost up to 4.1 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1440. Thermal design power (TDP): 28 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 4,449 points. Launch price was $69.

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Processing Power

The Core i5-6442EQ packs 4 cores / 4 threads, matching the Core i7-1068G7's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 1.9 GHz on the Core i5-6442EQ versus 4.1 GHz on the Core i7-1068G7 — a 73.3% clock advantage for the Core i7-1068G7. The Core i5-6442EQ uses the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i7-1068G7 uses Ice Lake (Client) (2019) (10 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-6442EQ scores 4,483 against the Core i7-1068G7's 4,449 — a 0.8% lead for the Core i5-6442EQ. L3 cache: 6 MB on the Core i5-6442EQ vs 8 MB (total) on the Core i7-1068G7.

Feature	Core i5-6442EQ	Core i7-1068G7
Cores / Threads	4 / 4	4 / 8
Boost Clock	1.9 GHz	4.1 GHz+116%
Base Clock	—	2.3 GHz
L3 Cache	6 MB	8 MB (total)+33%
L2 Cache	1 MB+300%	256K (per core)
Process	14 nm	10 nm-29%
Architecture	Skylake (2015−2016)	Ice Lake (Client) (2019)
PassMark	4,483	4,449