Core i7-6770HQ vs Core i3-9300
Core i7-6770HQ
Core i3-9300
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 i7-6770HQ is positioned at rank #475 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 i7-6770HQ
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-9300
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-6770HQ | Core i3-9300 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($75) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Skylake (2015−2016) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Coffee Lake (2017−2019) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-6770HQ | Core i3-9300 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($75) |
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 i7-6770HQ and Core i3-9300
Core i7-6770HQ
The Core i7-6770HQ is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 January 2016 (9 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1440. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR3, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 7,083 points. Launch price was $434.
Core i3-9300
The Core i3-9300 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 23 April 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Coffee Lake (2017−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.7 GHz, with boost up to 4.3 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 62 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 7,105 points. Launch price was $143.
Processing Power
The Core i7-6770HQ packs 4 cores / 8 threads, matching the Core i3-9300's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 3.5 GHz on the Core i7-6770HQ versus 4.3 GHz on the Core i3-9300 — a 20.5% clock advantage for the Core i3-9300 (base: 2.6 GHz vs 3.7 GHz). The Core i7-6770HQ uses the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i3-9300 uses Coffee Lake (2017−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-6770HQ scores 7,083 against the Core i3-9300's 7,105 — a 0.3% lead for the Core i3-9300. Multi-core Geekbench: 1,769 vs 4,025 (77.9% advantage for the Core i3-9300). L3 cache: 6 MB on the Core i7-6770HQ vs 6 MB (total) on the Core i3-9300.
| Feature | Core i7-6770HQ | Core i3-9300 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.5 GHz | 4.3 GHz+23% |
| Base Clock | 2.6 GHz | 3.7 GHz+42% |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB | 6 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB+300% | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Skylake (2015−2016) | Coffee Lake (2017−2019) |
| PassMark | 7,083 | 7,105 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,498 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 1,769 | 4,025+128% |
Memory & Platform
The Core i7-6770HQ uses the BGA1440 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i3-9300 uses LGA1151 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 2133 on the Core i7-6770HQ versus DDR4-2400 on the Core i3-9300 — the Core i7-6770HQ supports 199.3% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 64 of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: HM170,QM170,CM236 (Core i7-6770HQ) and LGA1151 (Core i3-9300).
| Feature | Core i7-6770HQ | Core i3-9300 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | BGA1440 | LGA1151 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 2133+53225% | DDR4-2400 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 | 64 GB+104857500% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: true (Core i7-6770HQ) vs VT-x, VT-d (Core i3-9300). Both include integrated graphics — Intel Iris Pro Graphics 580 (Core i7-6770HQ) and UHD Graphics 630 (Core i3-9300) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU.
| Feature | Core i7-6770HQ | Core i3-9300 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Intel Iris Pro Graphics 580 | UHD Graphics 630 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | true | VT-x, VT-d |
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