Intel Core i7-7820HK vs Intel Core i7-6700HQ

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Performance
Core i7-7820HK18% better
10,01927% of 36,991
Core i7-6700HQ
8,50823% of 36,991

The Core i7-7820HK has 18% better performance than the Core i7-6700HQ for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Core i7-7820HK
26.5122% of 121.53
Core i7-6700HQ
No data available

The Core i7-7820HK has 22% 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 i7-7820HK CPU

The Intel Core i7-7820HK is an end-of-life 4-core (8-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q1 2017 with a suggested retail price of $378. It is part of Intel's Core i7 lineup, which is based on the Kaby Lake-H microarchitecture. The i7-7820HK is compatible with Intel BGA 1440 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 14 nm manufacturing process. It features the Intel HD Graphics 630 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Core i7-7820HK supports DDR4-2400, DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i7-7820HK 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 i7-7820HK 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 2.9 GHz, and it can boost up to 3.9 GHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is unlocked, enabling overclocking for those seeking to push the CPU's performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Core i7-7820HK includes an integrated graphics solution called Intel HD Graphics 630. 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 i7-7820HK has the 247th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 27.08% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 10,019 score and $378 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 26.51. This is the 138th best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

About the Intel Core i7-6700HQ CPU

The Intel Core i7-6700HQ is a 4-core (8-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. The i7-6700HQ 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 i7-6700HQ 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 6 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i7-6700HQ 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 2600.0 MHz, and it can boost up to 3500.0 MHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture.

Integrated Graphics

The Core i7-6700HQ 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 i7-6700HQ has the 295th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 23.00% 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 i7-7820HKCore i7-6700HQ
ManufacturerIntelIntel
SeriesCore i7--
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release DateQ1 2017--
Launch Price (MSRP)$378--
Production StatusEnd-of-life--
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Core i7-7820HK18% better
10,01927% of 36,991
Core i7-6700HQ
8,50823% of 36,991

The Core i7-7820HK has 18% better performance than the Core i7-6700HQ for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i7-7820HK is ranked 247th with a score of 10,019, and the Core i7-6700HQ is ranked 295th with a score of 8,508.

Performance per dollar
Core i7-7820HK
26.5122% of 121.53
Core i7-6700HQ
No data available

The Core i7-7820HK has 50% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

Core i7-7820HK's 26.51 performance per dollar ranks it 138th 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 i7-7820HK or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Core i5-11300H10,532+5%
Core i7-1195G710,438.5+4%
Core i7-7820HK10,019
Core i7-7920HQ10,006-0%
Xeon E3-1535M v59,866-2%
Core i7-10810U8,534-15%
Core i5-8259U8,528.5-15%
Core i7-6700HQ8,508-15%
Core i7-4900MQ8,490-15%
Core i7-1065G78,479.5-15%

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 i7-7820HK orCore i7-6700HQ
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Core i7-1355U28.03+6%
Xeon E-2276M27.93+5%
Core i7-11370H27.51+4%
Core i7-11375H26.88+1%
Core i5-8259U26.65+1%
Core i7-7820HK26.51
Core i5-7440HQ26.33-1%
Xeon E-2176M26.06-2%
Core i9-10885H25.7-3%
Core i7-11390H24.89-6%

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 i7-7820HKCore i7-6700HQ
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
10,019
(+17.76%)
8,508
3DMark Time Spy CPU
4,447
(+17.29%)
3,791.5
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
770
(+13.91%)
676
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
162
(+12.5%)
144
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
4,133
(+21.59%)
3,399
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
1,263
(+16.84%)
1,081
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
7,402
(+13.48%)
6,523
CPU Mark Single-Thread
2,118
(+10.72%)
1,913
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 i7-7820HKCore i7-6700HQ
ManufacturerIntelIntel
FoundryIntel--
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 i7-7820HKCore i7-6700HQ
SeriesCore i7--
MicroarchitectureKaby Lake-H--
CodenameKaby Lake-HSkylake
Memory SupportDDR4-2400, DDR3--
Memory ChannelsDual-channel--
ECC MemoryNo--

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 i7-7820HKCore i7-6700HQ
Cores44
Threads88
Clock Speed2.9 GHz2600.0 MHz
Turbo Clock3.9 GHz3500.0 MHz
Base Clock100 MHz--
Multiplier29.0x--
Multiplier UnlockedYes--

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 i7-7820HKCore i7-6700HQ
L1 Cache64 KB256 KB
L2 Cache256 KB1 MB
L3 Cache8 MB6 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 i7-7820HKCore i7-6700HQ
SocketIntel BGA 1440FCBGA1440
PCI ExpressPCIe 3.0 x16--
Thermal Design Power (TDP)45 W45 W
TJ Max100 °C100 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecCore i7-7820HKCore i7-6700HQ
Integrated GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 630Intel HD Graphics 530
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, TXT, VT-x, VT-d, AES-NI, TBT 2.0--

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