Core i7-6700 vs Ryzen Embedded V1756B
Core i7-6700
Ryzen Embedded V1756B
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 Ryzen Embedded V1756B
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-6700 | Ryzen Embedded V1756B |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($143) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($250) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Skylake (2015−2016) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-6700 | Ryzen Embedded V1756B |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+74%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($143) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($250) |
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 Ryzen Embedded V1756B
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.
Ryzen Embedded V1756B
The Ryzen Embedded V1756B is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 21 February 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Zen (2017−2020) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.25 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 8,107 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
Both the Core i7-6700 and Ryzen Embedded V1756B share an identical 4-core/8-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 4 GHz on the Core i7-6700 versus 3.6 GHz on the Ryzen Embedded V1756B — a 10.5% clock advantage for the Core i7-6700 (base: 3.4 GHz vs 3.25 GHz). The Core i7-6700 uses the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture (14 nm), while the Ryzen Embedded V1756B uses Zen (2017−2020) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-6700 scores 8,048 against the Ryzen Embedded V1756B's 8,107 — a 0.7% lead for the Ryzen Embedded V1756B. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Core i7-6700 vs 2 MB (total) on the Ryzen Embedded V1756B.
| Feature | Core i7-6700 | Ryzen Embedded V1756B |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 4 GHz+11% | 3.6 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.4 GHz+5% | 3.25 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total)+300% | 2 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 512K (per core)+100% |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Skylake (2015−2016) | Zen (2017−2020) |
| PassMark | 8,048 | 8,107 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i7-6700 uses the LGA1151 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen Embedded V1756B uses FP5 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i7-6700 | Ryzen Embedded V1756B |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1151 | FP5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
Value Analysis
The Core i7-6700 launched at $303 MSRP, while the Ryzen Embedded V1756B debuted at $250. At current prices ($143 vs $250), the Core i7-6700 is $107 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i7-6700 delivers 56.3 pts/$ vs 32.4 pts/$ for the Ryzen Embedded V1756B — making the Core i7-6700 the 53.8% better value option.
| Feature | Core i7-6700 | Ryzen Embedded V1756B |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $303 | $250-17% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $143-43% | $250 |
| Performance per Dollar | 56.3+74% | 32.4 |
| Release Date | 2015 | 2018 |
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