Core i7-6700TE vs Core i5-6600K
Core i7-6700TE
Core i5-6600K
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 i7-6700TE is positioned at rank 788 and the Core i5-6600K is on rank 662, so the Core i5-6600K offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-6700TE
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-6600K
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-6700TE | Core i5-6600K |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($175) | ✅ More affordable ($105) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Skylake (2015−2016) / 14 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Skylake (2015−2016) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-6700TE | Core i5-6600K |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+69%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($175) | ✅ More affordable ($105) |
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 i7-6700TE and Core i5-6600K
Core i7-6700TE
The Core i7-6700TE is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 19 October 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 6,203 points. Launch price was $303.
Core i5-6600K
The Core i5-6600K is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 5 August 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 91 Watt. Memory support: DDR3, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 6,301 points. Launch price was $242.
Processing Power
The Core i7-6700TE packs 4 cores / 8 threads, matching the Core i5-6600K's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 3.4 GHz on the Core i7-6700TE versus 3.9 GHz on the Core i5-6600K — a 13.7% clock advantage for the Core i5-6600K (base: 2.4 GHz vs 3.5 GHz). Both are built on the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture using a 14 nm process. In PassMark, the Core i7-6700TE scores 6,203 against the Core i5-6600K's 6,301 — a 1.6% lead for the Core i5-6600K. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Core i7-6700TE vs 6 MB (total) on the Core i5-6600K.
| Feature | Core i7-6700TE | Core i5-6600K |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.4 GHz | 3.9 GHz+15% |
| Base Clock | 2.4 GHz | 3.5 GHz+46% |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total)+33% | 6 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Skylake (2015−2016) | Skylake (2015−2016) |
| PassMark | 6,203 | 6,301+2% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 914 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 3,244 | — |
Memory & Platform
Both processors use the LGA1151 socket with PCIe 3.0.
| Feature | Core i7-6700TE | Core i5-6600K |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1151 | LGA1151 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2133 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | — |
| ECC Support | ❌ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i7-6700TE) / not specified (Core i5-6600K). The Core i7-6700TE includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 530), while the Core i5-6600K requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-6700TE targets Gaming. Direct competitor: Core i7-6700TE rivals Ryzen 5 3600.
| Feature | Core i7-6700TE | Core i5-6600K |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | — |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics 530 | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, EPT | — |
| Target Use | Gaming | — |
Value Analysis
The Core i7-6700TE launched at $303 MSRP, while the Core i5-6600K debuted at $242. At current prices ($175 vs $105), the Core i5-6600K is $70 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i7-6700TE delivers 35.4 pts/$ vs 60.0 pts/$ for the Core i5-6600K — making the Core i5-6600K the 51.5% better value option.
| Feature | Core i7-6700TE | Core i5-6600K |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $303 | $242-20% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $175 | $105-40% |
| Performance per Dollar | 35.4 | 60.0+69% |
| Release Date | 2015 | 2015 |
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