Core i5-6500 vs Core i5-4670K
Core i5-6500
Core i5-4670K
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 i5-6500 is positioned at rank 715 and the Core i5-4670K is on rank 865, so the Core i5-6500 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-6500
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-4670K
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-6500 | Core i5-4670K |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($123) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($200) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Skylake (2015−2016) / 14 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-6500 | Core i5-4670K |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+63%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($123) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($200) |
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 i5-6500 and Core i5-4670K
Core i5-6500
The Core i5-6500 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 July 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 5,600 points. Launch price was $192.
Core i5-4670K
The Core i5-4670K is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 June 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 6144 kB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1150. Thermal design power (TDP): 84 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 5,584 points. Launch price was $266.
Processing Power
Both the Core i5-6500 and Core i5-4670K share an identical 4-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.6 GHz on the Core i5-6500 versus 3.8 GHz on the Core i5-4670K — a 5.4% clock advantage for the Core i5-4670K (base: 3.2 GHz vs 3.4 GHz). The Core i5-6500 uses the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i5-4670K uses Haswell (2013−2015) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-6500 scores 5,600 against the Core i5-4670K's 5,584 — a 0.3% lead for the Core i5-6500. L3 cache: 6 MB (total) on the Core i5-6500 vs 6144 kB (total) on the Core i5-4670K.
| Feature | Core i5-6500 | Core i5-4670K |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.6 GHz | 3.8 GHz+6% |
| Base Clock | 3.2 GHz | 3.4 GHz+6% |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB (total) | 6144 kB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm-36% | 22 nm |
| Architecture | Skylake (2015−2016) | Haswell (2013−2015) |
| PassMark | 5,600 | 5,584 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 975 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-6500 uses the LGA1151 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i5-4670K uses LGA1150 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i5-6500 | Core i5-4670K |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1151 | LGA1150 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR3-1600 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 32 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 16 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Core i5-6500) / VT-x, EPT (Core i5-4670K). The Core i5-4670K includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 4600), while the Core i5-6500 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-4670K targets Gaming Desktop. Direct competitor: Core i5-4670K rivals FX-9370.
| Feature | Core i5-6500 | Core i5-4670K |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | HD Graphics 4600 |
| Unlocked | — | Yes |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x, EPT |
| Target Use | — | Gaming Desktop |
Value Analysis
The Core i5-6500 launched at $239 MSRP, while the Core i5-4670K debuted at $328. At current prices ($123 vs $200), the Core i5-6500 is $77 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i5-6500 delivers 45.5 pts/$ vs 27.9 pts/$ for the Core i5-4670K — making the Core i5-6500 the 47.9% better value option.
| Feature | Core i5-6500 | Core i5-4670K |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $239-27% | $328 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $123-39% | $200 |
| Performance per Dollar | 45.5+63% | 27.9 |
| Release Date | 2015 | 2013 |
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