Core i7-6500U vs Ryzen Embedded R1600

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i7-6500U

2 / 4

3,271

0.0%

3,276

+0.2%

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

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 i7-6500U is positioned at rank #302 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 i7-6500U

#290

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

448%

#291

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

442%

#292

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

406%

#293

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

404%

#294

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

400%

#296

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

386%

#297

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

371%

#298

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

370%

#299

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

360%

#302

Core i7-6500U

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

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🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Ryzen Embedded R1600 (2020) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR4-2400, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i7-6500U	Ryzen Embedded R1600
Gaming	Balanced gaming performance	Balanced gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Skylake (2015−2016) / 14 nm)	✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i7-6500U (2015) relies on 14 nm technology and DDR3, DDR4, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i7-6500U	Ryzen Embedded R1600
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 i7-6500U Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i7-6500U and Ryzen Embedded R1600

Core i7-6500U

The Core i7-6500U 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. Socket: BGA1356. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR3, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 3,271 points. Launch price was $393.

Ryzen Embedded R1600

The Ryzen Embedded R1600 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 25 February 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Zen (2017−2020) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.1 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 25 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 3,276 points. Launch price was $69.

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Processing Power

Both the Core i7-6500U and Ryzen Embedded R1600 share an identical 2-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.1 GHz on the Core i7-6500U versus 3.1 GHz on the Ryzen Embedded R1600 — identical boost frequencies (base: 2.5 GHz vs 2.6 GHz). The Core i7-6500U uses the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture (14 nm), while the Ryzen Embedded R1600 uses Zen (2017−2020) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-6500U scores 3,271 against the Ryzen Embedded R1600's 3,276 — a 0.2% lead for the Ryzen Embedded R1600. L3 cache: 4 MB on the Core i7-6500U vs 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen Embedded R1600.

Feature	Core i7-6500U	Ryzen Embedded R1600
Cores / Threads	2 / 4	2 / 4
Boost Clock	3.1 GHz	3.1 GHz
Base Clock	2.5 GHz	2.6 GHz+4%
L3 Cache	4 MB	4 MB (total)
L2 Cache	512 kB	512 kB (per core)
Process	14 nm	14 nm
Architecture	Skylake (2015−2016)	Zen (2017−2020)
PassMark	3,271	3,276

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Memory & Platform

The Core i7-6500U uses the BGA1356 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen Embedded R1600 uses FP5 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.