Core i7-6820EQ vs Ryzen 3 3200G
Core i7-6820EQ
Ryzen 3 3200G
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 i7-6820EQ is positioned at rank #822 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 i7-6820EQ
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 3 3200G
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-6820EQ | Ryzen 3 3200G |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($344) | ✅ More affordable ($67) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Skylake (2015−2016) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Picasso (2019−2022) / 12 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-6820EQ | Ryzen 3 3200G |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+412%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($344) | ✅ More affordable ($67) |
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 i7-6820EQ and Ryzen 3 3200G
Core i7-6820EQ
The Core i7-6820EQ is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 12 October 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Max frequency: 2.8 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: LPDDR3-1866. Passmark benchmark score: 7,025 points. Launch price was $378.
Ryzen 3 3200G
The Ryzen 3 3200G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 7 July 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Picasso (2019−2022) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 6,999 points. Launch price was $99.
Processing Power
The Core i7-6820EQ packs 4 cores / 8 threads, matching the Ryzen 3 3200G's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 2.8 GHz on the Core i7-6820EQ versus 4 GHz on the Ryzen 3 3200G — a 35.3% clock advantage for the Ryzen 3 3200G. The Core i7-6820EQ uses the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture (14 nm), while the Ryzen 3 3200G uses Picasso (2019−2022) (12 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-6820EQ scores 7,025 against the Ryzen 3 3200G's 6,999 — a 0.4% lead for the Core i7-6820EQ. L3 cache: 8 MB on the Core i7-6820EQ vs 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen 3 3200G.
| Feature | Core i7-6820EQ | Ryzen 3 3200G |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 2.8 GHz | 4 GHz+43% |
| Base Clock | — | 3.6 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB+100% | 4 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB+100% | 512 kB (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm | 12 nm-14% |
| Architecture | Skylake (2015−2016) | Picasso (2019−2022) |
| PassMark | 7,025 | 6,999 |
Memory & Platform
Both support up to DDR4-2133 memory speed. Both support up to 64 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (Core i7-6820EQ) vs 12 (Ryzen 3 3200G) — the Core i7-6820EQ offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | Core i7-6820EQ | Ryzen 3 3200G |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | — | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2133 | DDR4-2933 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB | 64 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16+33% | 12 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d (Core i7-6820EQ) / not specified (Ryzen 3 3200G). Both include integrated graphics — HD Graphics 530 (Core i7-6820EQ) and AMD Radeon Vega 8 (Ryzen 3 3200G) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-6820EQ targets Embedded.
| Feature | Core i7-6820EQ | Ryzen 3 3200G |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics 530 | AMD Radeon Vega 8 |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | — |
| Target Use | Embedded | — |
Value Analysis
The Core i7-6820EQ launched at $378 MSRP, while the Ryzen 3 3200G debuted at $100. At current prices ($344 vs $67), the Ryzen 3 3200G is $277 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i7-6820EQ delivers 20.4 pts/$ vs 104.5 pts/$ for the Ryzen 3 3200G — making the Ryzen 3 3200G the 134.6% better value option.
| Feature | Core i7-6820EQ | Ryzen 3 3200G |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $378 | $100-74% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $344 | $67-81% |
| Performance per Dollar | 20.4 | 104.5+412% |
| Release Date | 2015 | 2019 |
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