Core i7-6498DU vs Core i3-7167U

Core i7-6498DU

2 Cores4 Thrd15 WWMax: 3.1 GHz2015

Core i3-7167U

2 Cores4 Thrd512 WWMax: 2.8 GHz2017

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i7-6498DU

2 / 4

3,372

+0.1%

3,368

0.0%

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 i7-6498DU is positioned at rank 377 and the Core i3-7167U is on rank 531, so the Core i7-6498DU 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 i7-6498DU

#365

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

522%

#366

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

514%

#367

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

472%

#368

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

470%

#369

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

466%

#371

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

450%

#372

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

431%

#373

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

431%

#374

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

419%

#377

Core i7-6498DU

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#391

Core i5-1145GRE

MSRP: $362|Avg: N/A

97%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i3-7167U

#167

Core Ultra 7 258V

MSRP: $450|Avg: $400

100%

#169

Core i7-1280P

MSRP: $482|Avg: $482

99%

#518

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

697%

#519

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

687%

#520

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

630%

#521

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

628%

#522

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

622%

#524

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

600%

#525

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

576%

#526

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

575%

#527

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

559%

#531

Core i3-7167U

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

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 i3-7167U (2017) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR4, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i7-6498DU	Core i3-7167U
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Skylake (2015−2016) / 14 nm)	✨ Modern (Kaby Lake (2016−2019) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i7-6498DU (2015) relies on 14 nm technology and DDR4-2133, LPDDR3-1866, DDR3L-1600, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i7-6498DU	Core i3-7167U
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing

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 i7-6498DU Benchmark Check

Core i3-7167U Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i7-6498DU and Core i3-7167U

Core i7-6498DU

The Core i7-6498DU 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 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.1 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2133, LPDDR3-1866, DDR3L-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 3,372 points. Launch price was $393.

Core i3-7167U

The Core i3-7167U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 January 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 2.8 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1356. Thermal design power (TDP): 28 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 3,368 points. Launch price was $304.

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Processing Power

Both the Core i7-6498DU and Core i3-7167U share an identical 2-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.1 GHz on the Core i7-6498DU versus 2.8 GHz on the Core i3-7167U — a 10.2% clock advantage for the Core i7-6498DU (base: 2.5 GHz vs 2.8 GHz). The Core i7-6498DU uses the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i3-7167U uses Kaby Lake (2016−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-6498DU scores 3,372 against the Core i3-7167U's 3,368 — a 0.1% lead for the Core i7-6498DU. L3 cache: 4 MB on the Core i7-6498DU vs 3 MB on the Core i3-7167U.

Feature	Core i7-6498DU	Core i3-7167U
Cores / Threads	2 / 4	2 / 4
Boost Clock	3.1 GHz+11%	2.8 GHz
Base Clock	2.5 GHz	2.8 GHz+12%
L3 Cache	4 MB+33%	3 MB
L2 Cache	512 kB	512 kB
Process	14 nm	14 nm
Architecture	Skylake (2015−2016)	Kaby Lake (2016−2019)
PassMark	3,372	3,368

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: not specified (Core i7-6498DU) / VT-x, VT-d (Core i3-7167U). The Core i3-7167U includes integrated graphics (Iris Plus Graphics 650), while the Core i7-6498DU requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-7167U targets Mobile.