CPU
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Core i7-6700TE
Xeon D-1622
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 Xeon D-1622 is on rank 452, so the Xeon D-1622 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 Xeon D-1622
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-6700TE | Xeon D-1622 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($175) | ✅ More affordable ($170) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Skylake (2015−2016) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Broadwell (2015−2019) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-6700TE | Xeon D-1622 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+3%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($175) | ✅ More affordable ($170) |
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 Xeon D-1622
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.
Xeon D-1622
The Xeon D-1622 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 April 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Broadwell (2015−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1667. Thermal design power (TDP): 40 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 6,205 points. Launch price was $170.
Processing Power
Both the Core i7-6700TE and Xeon D-1622 share an identical 4-core/8-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.4 GHz on the Core i7-6700TE versus 3.2 GHz on the Xeon D-1622 — a 6.1% clock advantage for the Core i7-6700TE (base: 2.4 GHz vs 2.6 GHz). The Core i7-6700TE uses the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture (14 nm), while the Xeon D-1622 uses Broadwell (2015−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-6700TE scores 6,203 against the Xeon D-1622's 6,205 — a 0% lead for the Xeon D-1622. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Core i7-6700TE vs 6 MB on the Xeon D-1622.
| Feature | Core i7-6700TE | Xeon D-1622 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 3.4 GHz+6% | 3.2 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.4 GHz | 2.6 GHz+8% |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total)+33% | 6 MB |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 1 MB+300% |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Skylake (2015−2016) | Broadwell (2015−2019) |
| PassMark | 6,203 | 6,205 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 914 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 3,244 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core i7-6700TE uses the LGA1151 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon D-1622 uses FCBGA1667 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i7-6700TE | Xeon D-1622 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1151 | FCBGA1667 |
| 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 (Xeon D-1622). The Core i7-6700TE includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 530), while the Xeon D-1622 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 | Xeon D-1622 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Xeon D-1622 debuted at $195. At current prices ($175 vs $170), the Xeon D-1622 is $5 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i7-6700TE delivers 35.4 pts/$ vs 36.5 pts/$ for the Xeon D-1622 — making the Xeon D-1622 the 2.9% better value option.
| Feature | Core i7-6700TE | Xeon D-1622 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $303 | $195-36% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $175 | $170-3% |
| Performance per Dollar | 35.4 | 36.5+3% |
| Release Date | 2015 | 2019 |
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