CPU
GPU
Core i7-6822EQ
Core i5-7440HQ
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 i7-6822EQ is positioned at rank 818 and the Core i5-7440HQ is on rank 388, so the Core i5-7440HQ offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Core i7-6822EQ
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-7440HQ
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-6822EQ | Core i5-7440HQ |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($190) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Skylake (2015−2016) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Kaby Lake-H (2017) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-6822EQ | Core i5-7440HQ |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($190) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
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 i7-6822EQ and Core i5-7440HQ
Core i7-6822EQ
The Core i7-6822EQ 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 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Thermal design power (TDP): 25 Watt. Memory support: LPDDR3-1866. Passmark benchmark score: 5,550 points. Launch price was $378.
Core i5-7440HQ
The Core i5-7440HQ is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 January 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Kaby Lake-H (2017) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1440. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 5,490 points. Launch price was $250.
Processing Power
The Core i7-6822EQ packs 4 cores / 8 threads, matching the Core i5-7440HQ's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 2 GHz on the Core i7-6822EQ versus 3.8 GHz on the Core i5-7440HQ — a 62.1% clock advantage for the Core i5-7440HQ. The Core i7-6822EQ uses the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i5-7440HQ uses Kaby Lake-H (2017) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-6822EQ scores 5,550 against the Core i5-7440HQ's 5,490 — a 1.1% lead for the Core i7-6822EQ. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 684 vs 1,277, a 60.5% lead for the Core i5-7440HQ that directly translates to higher frame rates. L3 cache: 8 MB on the Core i7-6822EQ vs 6 MB (total) on the Core i5-7440HQ.
| Feature | Core i7-6822EQ | Core i5-7440HQ |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 2 GHz | 3.8 GHz+90% |
| Base Clock | — | 2.8 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB+33% | 6 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB+300% | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Skylake (2015−2016) | Kaby Lake-H (2017) |
| PassMark | 5,550+1% | 5,490 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 684 | 1,277+87% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 2,796 | — |
Memory & Platform
Both support up to DDR4-2133 / LPDDR3-1866 memory speed. Both support up to 64 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: Skylake-H Platform (Core i7-6822EQ) and HM175,QM175 (Core i5-7440HQ).
| Feature | Core i7-6822EQ | Core i5-7440HQ |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | — | BGA1440 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2133 / LPDDR3-1866 | DDR4-2400 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB | 64 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x / VT-d / EPT (Core i7-6822EQ) vs VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i5-7440HQ). Both include integrated graphics — Intel HD Graphics 530 (Core i7-6822EQ) and HD Graphics 630 (Core i5-7440HQ) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-6822EQ targets Embedded, Core i5-7440HQ targets High Performance Laptop. Direct competitor: Core i5-7440HQ rivals Ryzen 5 2500U.
| Feature | Core i7-6822EQ | Core i5-7440HQ |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics 530 | HD Graphics 630 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x / VT-d / EPT | VT-x, VT-d, EPT |
| Target Use | Embedded | High Performance Laptop |
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