Core i7-6700 vs Core i5-9500T
Core i7-6700
Core i5-9500T
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. The Core i7-6700 is positioned at rank #650 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-6700
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-9500T
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-6700 | Core i5-9500T |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($143) | ✅ More affordable ($132) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Skylake (2015−2016) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Coffee Lake (2017−2019) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-6700 | Core i5-9500T |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+9%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($143) | ✅ More affordable ($132) |
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 i7-6700 and Core i5-9500T
Core i7-6700
The Core i7-6700 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 July 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 8,048 points. Launch price was $303.
Core i5-9500T
The Core i5-9500T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 April 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Coffee Lake (2017−2019) architecture. It features 6 cores and 6 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 9 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 8,095 points. Launch price was $192.
Processing Power
The Core i7-6700 packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the Core i5-9500T offers 6 cores / 6 threads — the Core i5-9500T has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4 GHz on the Core i7-6700 versus 3.7 GHz on the Core i5-9500T — a 7.8% clock advantage for the Core i7-6700 (base: 3.4 GHz vs 2.2 GHz). The Core i7-6700 uses the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i5-9500T uses Coffee Lake (2017−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-6700 scores 8,048 against the Core i5-9500T's 8,095 — a 0.6% lead for the Core i5-9500T. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Core i7-6700 vs 9 MB (total) on the Core i5-9500T.
| Feature | Core i7-6700 | Core i5-9500T |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 6 / 6+50% |
| Boost Clock | 4 GHz+8% | 3.7 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.4 GHz+55% | 2.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total) | 9 MB (total)+13% |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Skylake (2015−2016) | Coffee Lake (2017−2019) |
| PassMark | 8,048 | 8,095 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,236 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 4,218 |
Memory & Platform
Both processors use the LGA1151 socket with PCIe 3.0.
| Feature | Core i7-6700 | Core i5-9500T |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1151 | LGA1151 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR4-2666 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 128 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 16 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Core i7-6700) / VT-x, VT-d (Core i5-9500T). The Core i5-9500T includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 630), while the Core i7-6700 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-9500T targets Gaming. Direct competitor: Core i5-9500T rivals Ryzen 5 2600.
| Feature | Core i7-6700 | Core i5-9500T |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | UHD Graphics 630 |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | — | Gaming |
Value Analysis
The Core i7-6700 launched at $303 MSRP, while the Core i5-9500T debuted at $192. At current prices ($143 vs $132), the Core i5-9500T is $11 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i7-6700 delivers 56.3 pts/$ vs 61.3 pts/$ for the Core i5-9500T — making the Core i5-9500T the 8.6% better value option.
| Feature | Core i7-6700 | Core i5-9500T |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $303 | $192-37% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $143 | $132-8% |
| Performance per Dollar | 56.3 | 61.3+9% |
| Release Date | 2015 | 2019 |
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