Intel Core i7-6820HK vs Intel Core i7-8706G

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Performance
Core i7-6820HK
9,46826% of 36,991
Core i7-8706G1% better
9,57926% of 36,991

The Core i7-8706G has 1% better performance than the Core i7-6820HK for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

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Core i7-6820HK
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Core i7-8706G
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Summary

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About the Intel Core i7-6820HK CPU

The Intel Core i7-6820HK is a 4-core (8-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. The i7-6820HK is compatible with FCBGA1440 motherboards and is fabricated on a 14 nm manufacturing process. It features the Intel HD Graphics 530 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

In terms of cache, the Core i7-6820HK has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 256 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 1 MB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 8 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i7-6820HK features 4 total cores which can process 8 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 2700.0 MHz, and it can boost up to 3600.0 MHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture.

Integrated Graphics

The Core i7-6820HK includes an integrated graphics solution called Intel HD Graphics 530. This graphics processor is directly integrated into the CPU and is not as powerful as a dedicated graphics card. While integrated graphics can handle basic tasks like web browsing and office applications, it is not suitable for more demanding activities such as gaming or video editing, where a dedicated graphics card offers superior performance.

Benchmark Performance

The Core i7-6820HK has the 260th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 25.60% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

About the Intel Core i7-8706G CPU

The Intel Core i7-8706G is a 4-core (8-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q1 2018. It is part of Intel's Core i7 lineup, which is based on the Kaby Lake-G microarchitecture. The i7-8706G is compatible with Intel BGA 2270 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 14 nm manufacturing process. It features the Radeon RX Vega M GL integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Core i7-8706G supports DDR4 memory. In terms of cache, the Core i7-8706G has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 64 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 256 KB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 8 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i7-8706G features 4 total cores which can process 8 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 3.1 GHz, and it can boost up to 4.1 GHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is locked, making it incapable of overclocking for pushing performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Core i7-8706G includes an integrated graphics solution called Radeon RX Vega M GL. This graphics processor is directly integrated into the CPU and is not as powerful as a dedicated graphics card. While integrated graphics can handle basic tasks like web browsing and office applications, it is not suitable for more demanding activities such as gaming or video editing, where a dedicated graphics card offers superior performance.

Benchmark Performance

The Core i7-8706G has the 257th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 25.90% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

General Info

General overview of the CPU, including details like its manufacturer, release date, launch price, and current production status.

InfoCore i7-6820HKCore i7-8706G
ManufacturerIntelIntel
Series--Core i7
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release Date--Q1 2018
Production Status--Active
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Core i7-6820HK
9,46826% of 36,991
Core i7-8706G1% better
9,57926% of 36,991

The Core i7-8706G has 1% better performance than the Core i7-6820HK for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i7-6820HK is ranked 260th with a score of 9,468, and the Core i7-8706G is ranked 257th with a score of 9,579.

Performance per dollar
Core i7-6820HK
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Core i7-8706G
No data available

We do not have any performance per dollar data for the Core i7-6820HK and the Core i7-8706G for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Relative Performance

The average score in the benchmark test can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative performance. Generally, powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.

Choose Baseline CPU:Core i7-6820HK or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Xeon E3-1535M v59,866+4%
Xeon E3-1505M v69,813+4%
Core i7-6820HQ9,731+3%
Ryzen 7 4700U9,601.5+1%
Core i7-8706G9,579+1%
Core i7-6820HK9,468
Core i5-1135G79,456-0%
Ryzen 5 PRO 5675U9,440.5-0%
Core i5-1038NG79,402-1%
Core i7-4940MX9,402-1%

Relative Value For Money

The average performance per dollar in the benchmark test can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative value. A higher score implies a better value for your money.

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CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Our database does not have enough data to compare the benchmark performance per dollar with other CPUs.

Benchmark Scores

This table showcases the average performance scores achieved by both CPUs across industry-standard benchmark tests. These scores provide a valuable insight into overall performance. Powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.

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BenchmarkCore i7-6820HKCore i7-8706G
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
9,468
9,579
(+1.17%)
3DMark Time Spy CPU
4,069
(+7.39%)
3,789
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
709
781
(+10.16%)
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
152
172
(+13.16%)
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
3,680
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Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
1,102
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CPU Mark Multi-Thread
7,034
8,095
(+15.08%)
CPU Mark Single-Thread
1,985
2,383
(+20.05%)
Benchmarks Source: Notebookcheck

Technical Specs

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Manufacturing Details

Information about the CPU's manufacturing like its foundry, process size, and transistor count.

SpecCore i7-6820HKCore i7-8706G
ManufacturerIntelIntel
Foundry--Intel
Process Size14 nm14 nm

Architecture

CPU architecture specs like its memory channels, memory support, and microarchitecture. Newer CPU architectures can minimize bottlenecks and improve execution efficiency using more advanced techniques.

SpecCore i7-6820HKCore i7-8706G
Series--Core i7
Microarchitecture--Kaby Lake-G
CodenameSkylakeKaby Lake G
Memory Support--DDR4
ECC Memory--No

Cores & Clock Speeds

Processing power information like its cores and clock speed. These specs impact how fast they can handle instructions and tasks. These have a strong impact on the CPU's performance.

SpecCore i7-6820HKCore i7-8706G
Cores44
Threads88
Clock Speed2700.0 MHz3.1 GHz
Turbo Clock3600.0 MHz4.1 GHz
Base Clock--100 MHz
Multiplier--31.0x
Multiplier Unlocked--No

Cache

CPU cache specs like its L1 & L2 cache. These provide the CPU with a small, but super-fast memory access. A larger cache can improve a CPU's performance.

SpecCore i7-6820HKCore i7-8706G
L1 Cache256 KB64 KB
L2 Cache1 MB256 KB
L3 Cache8 MB8 MB

Compatibility & Power Consumption

Compatibility and power consumption information like its socket type, thermal design power, power limits. These can help verify the CPU's compatibility with other PC components.

SpecCore i7-6820HKCore i7-8706G
SocketFCBGA1440Intel BGA 2270
Thermal Design Power (TDP)45 W65 W
Tcase Max--72 °C
TJ Max100 °C--

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

Additional CPU features like its bundled coolers, integrated graphics, and extensions/technologies.

SpecCore i7-6820HKCore i7-8706G
Integrated GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 530Radeon RX Vega M GL
Extensions / Technologies--MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, VT-x, VT-d, HTT, AES-NI, TSX, TXT, CLMUL, FMA3, F16C, BMI1, BMI2, MPX, SGX, Boost 2.0

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* Performance rating, performance per dollar, and rankings are based on the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark and MSRP.