Core i7-8650U vs Core i7-6700TE

Core i7-8650U

4 Cores8 Thrd15 WWMax: 4.2 GHz2017

Core i7-6700TE

4 Cores8 Thrd35 WWMax: 3.4 GHz2015

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i7-8650U

4 / 8

6,194

0.0%

6,203

+0.1%

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 i7-8650U is positioned at rank 904 and the Core i7-6700TE is on rank 788, so the Core i7-6700TE offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Core i7-8650U

#891

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1563%

#892

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1540%

#893

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1414%

#894

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1408%

#895

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1395%

#897

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1347%

#898

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1291%

#899

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1289%

#900

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1255%

#903

Core i7-8809G

MSRP: $450|Avg: $450

100%

#904

Core i7-8650U

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#910

Core i7-6820HK

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

99%

#911

Athlon II Neo K325

MSRP: $60|Avg: $25

99%

#918

Core i5-8365UE

MSRP: $297|Avg: $297

97%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i7-6700TE

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

15228%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

14389%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

10447%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

3147%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

2493%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

2181%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

1249%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

1233%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

1123%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

1122%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

1110%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

1080%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

1065%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

1061%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

1051%

#294

Core i9-7920X

MSRP: $1199|Avg: $236

96%

#393

Core i3-9300T

MSRP: $309|Avg: $309

100%

#394

Ryzen 3 2200GE

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

97%

#788

Core i7-6700TE

MSRP: $303|Avg: $175

100%

#790

Athlon II X4 620

MSRP: $99|Avg: $15

100%

#791

Core i7-3820

MSRP: $286|Avg: $30

99%

#792

Athlon II X3 425

MSRP: $79|Avg: $5

99%

#793

Athlon II X2 255

MSRP: $60|Avg: $10

99%

#794

Core i3-3245

MSRP: $120|Avg: $50

98%

#796

FX-4170

MSRP: $157|Avg: $23

97%

#798

Athlon II X3 415e

MSRP: $75|Avg: $15

96%

#799

Core i5-2300

MSRP: $177|Avg: $17

96%

#800

Core i7-4820K

MSRP: $332|Avg: $40

96%

#802

Core i7-3770K

MSRP: $332|Avg: $75

96%

#803

Core i5-4460T

MSRP: $187|Avg: $30

95%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Core i7-8650U (2017) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR4, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i7-8650U	Core i7-6700TE
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($175)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Kaby Lake Refresh (2017−2019) / 14 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Skylake (2015−2016) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i7-6700TE (2015) relies on 14 nm technology and DDR4, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i7-8650U	Core i7-6700TE
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($175)

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

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.

Core i7-8650U Benchmark Check

Core i7-6700TE Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i7-8650U and Core i7-6700TE

Core i7-8650U

The Core i7-8650U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 21 August 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Kaby Lake Refresh (2017−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 1.9 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1356. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 6,194 points. Launch price was $409.

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.

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Processing Power

Both the Core i7-8650U and Core i7-6700TE share an identical 4-core/8-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 4.2 GHz on the Core i7-8650U versus 3.4 GHz on the Core i7-6700TE — a 21.1% clock advantage for the Core i7-8650U (base: 1.9 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The Core i7-8650U uses the Kaby Lake Refresh (2017−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i7-6700TE uses Skylake (2015−2016) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-8650U scores 6,194 against the Core i7-6700TE's 6,203 — a 0.1% lead for the Core i7-6700TE. Both processors carry 8 MB (total) of L3 cache.

Feature	Core i7-8650U	Core i7-6700TE
Cores / Threads	4 / 8	4 / 8
Boost Clock	4.2 GHz+24%	3.4 GHz
Base Clock	1.9 GHz	2.4 GHz+26%
L3 Cache	8 MB (total)	8 MB (total)
L2 Cache	256K (per core)	256K (per core)
Process	14 nm	14 nm
Architecture	Kaby Lake Refresh (2017−2019)	Skylake (2015−2016)
PassMark	6,194	6,203
Geekbench 6 Single	—	914
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	3,244

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Memory & Platform

The Core i7-8650U uses the BGA1356 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i7-6700TE uses LGA1151 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Core i7-8650U	Core i7-6700TE
Socket	BGA1356	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

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: not specified (Core i7-8650U) / VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i7-6700TE). The Core i7-6700TE includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 530), while the Core i7-8650U requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-6700TE targets Gaming. Direct competitor: Core i7-6700TE rivals Ryzen 5 3600.