Xeon D-1622 vs Core i5-6600K
Xeon D-1622
Core i5-6600K
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 Xeon D-1622 is positioned at rank 452 and the Core i5-6600K is on rank 662, 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 Xeon D-1622
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-6600K
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon D-1622 | Core i5-6600K |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($170) | ✅ More affordable ($105) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Broadwell (2015−2019) / 14 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Skylake (2015−2016) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon D-1622 | Core i5-6600K |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+64%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($170) | ✅ More affordable ($105) |
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 Xeon D-1622 and Core i5-6600K
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.
Core i5-6600K
The Core i5-6600K is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 5 August 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 91 Watt. Memory support: DDR3, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 6,301 points. Launch price was $242.
Processing Power
The Xeon D-1622 packs 4 cores / 8 threads, matching the Core i5-6600K's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 3.2 GHz on the Xeon D-1622 versus 3.9 GHz on the Core i5-6600K — a 19.7% clock advantage for the Core i5-6600K (base: 2.6 GHz vs 3.5 GHz). The Xeon D-1622 uses the Broadwell (2015−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i5-6600K uses Skylake (2015−2016) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon D-1622 scores 6,205 against the Core i5-6600K's 6,301 — a 1.5% lead for the Core i5-6600K. L3 cache: 6 MB on the Xeon D-1622 vs 6 MB (total) on the Core i5-6600K.
| Feature | Xeon D-1622 | Core i5-6600K |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.2 GHz | 3.9 GHz+22% |
| Base Clock | 2.6 GHz | 3.5 GHz+35% |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB | 6 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB+300% | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Broadwell (2015−2019) | Skylake (2015−2016) |
| PassMark | 6,205 | 6,301+2% |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon D-1622 uses the FCBGA1667 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i5-6600K uses LGA1151 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Xeon D-1622 | Core i5-6600K |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1667 | LGA1151 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
Value Analysis
The Xeon D-1622 launched at $195 MSRP, while the Core i5-6600K debuted at $242. At current prices ($170 vs $105), the Core i5-6600K is $65 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon D-1622 delivers 36.5 pts/$ vs 60.0 pts/$ for the Core i5-6600K — making the Core i5-6600K the 48.7% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon D-1622 | Core i5-6600K |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $195-19% | $242 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $170 | $105-38% |
| Performance per Dollar | 36.5 | 60.0+64% |
| Release Date | 2019 | 2015 |
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