Intel Core i7-6820HQ vs Intel Core i5-5200U

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Performance
Core i7-6820HQ189% better
9,73126% of 36,991
Core i5-5200U
3,365.59% of 36,991

The Core i7-6820HQ has 189% better performance than the Core i5-5200U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Core i7-6820HQ
No data available
Core i5-5200U
11.9810% of 121.53

The Core i5-5200U has 10% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: Intel Core i5-13400F.

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Summary

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About the Intel Core i7-6820HQ CPU

The Intel Core i7-6820HQ is a 4-core (8-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. The i7-6820HQ 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 i7-6820HQ 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 i7-6820HQ 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 i7-6820HQ 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 i7-6820HQ has the 255th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 26.31% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

About the Intel Core i5-5200U CPU

The Intel Core i5-5200U is an end-of-life 2-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q1 2015 with a suggested retail price of $281. It is part of Intel's Core i5 lineup, which is based on the Broadwell-U microarchitecture. The i5-5200U is compatible with Intel BGA 1168 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 14 nm manufacturing process. It features the Intel HD 5500 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Core i5-5200U supports DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i5-5200U 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 3 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i5-5200U features 2 total cores which can process 4 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 2.2 GHz, and it can boost up to 2.7 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 i5-5200U includes an integrated graphics solution called Intel HD 5500. 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 & Value

The Core i5-5200U has the 498th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 9.10% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 3,365.5 score and $281 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 11.98. This is the 183rd best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

General Info

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

InfoCore i7-6820HQCore i5-5200U
ManufacturerIntelIntel
Series--Core i5
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release Date--Q1 2015
Launch Price (MSRP)--$281
Production Status--End-of-life
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Core i7-6820HQ189% better
9,73126% of 36,991
Core i5-5200U
3,365.59% of 36,991

The Core i7-6820HQ has 189% better performance than the Core i5-5200U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i7-6820HQ is ranked 255th with a score of 9,731, and the Core i5-5200U is ranked 498th with a score of 3,365.5.

Performance per dollar
Core i7-6820HQ
No data available
Core i5-5200U
11.9810% of 121.53

The Core i5-5200U has 23% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

Core i5-5200U's 11.98 performance per dollar ranks it 0th among the other benchmarked CPUs in our database.

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 i7-6820HQ or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Xeon E3-1535M v59,866+1%
Xeon E3-1505M v69,813+1%
Core i7-6820HQ9,731
Ryzen 7 4700U9,601.5-1%
Core i7-8706G9,579-2%
Core i7-5550U3,470-64%
Core i5-5300U3,439-65%
Core i5-5200U3,365.5-65%
Core i7-640M3,356-66%
Pentium Gold 5405U3,148.5-68%

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.

Choose Baseline CPU:Core i7-6820HQ orCore i5-5200U
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Core i7-4702MQ16.62+39%
Pentium Silver N500016.27+36%
Core i3-N30016.13+35%
Core i3-8145U15.19+27%
Core i5-5257U12.37+3%
Core i5-5200U11.98
Core i7-740QM11.77-2%
Core i5-5250U11.39-5%
Core i5-5350U11.04-8%
Core i5-5300U10.92-9%

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 i7-6820HQCore i5-5200U
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
9,731
(+189.14%)
3,365.5
3DMark Time Spy CPU
4,047
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Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
704
(+171.81%)
259
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
153
(+41.67%)
108
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
3,458
(+128.7%)
1,512
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
1,099
(+39.47%)
788
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
6,843
(+173.61%)
2,501
CPU Mark Single-Thread
1,960
(+30.75%)
1,499
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 i7-6820HQCore i5-5200U
ManufacturerIntelIntel
Foundry--Intel
Process Size14 nm14 nm
Transistors--1,300 million

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 i7-6820HQCore i5-5200U
Series--Core i5
Microarchitecture--Broadwell-U
CodenameSkylakeBroadwell-U
Memory Support--DDR3
Memory Channels--Dual-channel
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 i7-6820HQCore i5-5200U
Cores42
Threads84
Clock Speed2700.0 MHz2.2 GHz
Turbo Clock3600.0 MHz2.7 GHz
Base Clock--100 MHz
Multiplier--22.0x
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 i7-6820HQCore i5-5200U
L1 Cache256 KB64 KB
L2 Cache1 MB256 KB
L3 Cache8 MB3 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 i7-6820HQCore i5-5200U
SocketFCBGA1440Intel BGA 1168
PCI Express--PCIe 2.0 x12
Thermal Design Power (TDP)45 W15 W
Tcase Max--105 °C
TJ Max100 °C105 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecCore i7-6820HQCore i5-5200U
Integrated GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 530Intel HD 5500
Extensions / Technologies--MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2, EIST, 64-bit, XD bit, VT-d, VT-x, Smart Cache, ADX, RDSEED, PREFETCHW, HTT, 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.