Intel Core i5-6198DU vs Intel Core i7-4600M

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Intel Core i5-6198DU or Intel Core i5-6198DU – which processor offers superior performance? In this comparison, we examine disparities and assess which of these two CPUs outperforms the other. We delve into technical specifications and benchmark outcomes.
The Intel Core i5-6198DU features 2 processor cores and has the capability to manage 4 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q4/2015 and belongs to the 6 generation of the Intel Core i5 series.
To use the Intel Core i5-6198DU, you'll need a motherboard with a BGA 1356 socket.
The Intel Core i7-4600M features 2 processor cores and has the capability to manage 4 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q4/2013 and belongs to the 4 generation of the Intel Core i7 series.
To use the Intel Core i7-4600M, you'll need a motherboard with a BGA 1168 socket.
Intel Core i5 Family Intel Core i7
Mobile Segment Mobile
Intel Core i5-6198DU Name Intel Core i7-4600M
Intel Core i 6000U Group Intel Core i 4000M/4000H
6 Generation 4
 
 

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

The Intel Core i5-6198DU has 2 CPU cores and can calculate 4 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core i5-6198DU is 2.3 GHz
and turbo frequency for one core is 2.8 GHz.
The Intel Core i7-4600M has 2 CPU cores and can calculate 4 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core i7-4600M is 2.9 GHz
and turbo frequency for one core is 3.6 GHz.
2x Cores 2x
2.7 GHz Turbo Frequency (all cores) 3.6 GHz
2.3 GHz Frequency 2.9 GHz
2 CPU Cores 2
normal Core architecture normal
Yes Hyperthreading Yes
No Overclocking No
4 Threads 4
2.8 GHz Turbo Frequency (1 core) 3.6 GHz
 
 

Internal Graphics

The Intel Core i5-6198DU has integrated graphics, called iGPU for short.
Specifically, the Intel Core i5-6198DU uses the Intel HD Graphics 510, which has 96 texture shaders
and 12 execution units.
The iGPU uses the system's main memory as graphics memory and sits on the processor's die.
The Intel Core i7-4600M has integrated graphics, called iGPU for short.
Specifically, the Intel Core i7-4600M uses the Intel HD Graphics 4600, which has 160 texture shaders
and 20 execution units.
1.0 GHz GPU (Turbo) 1.3 GHz
Q1/2015 Release date Q2/2013
12 Execution units 20
12.0 Direct X 11.1
-- Max. displays --
96 Shaders 160
Intel HD Graphics 510 GPU name Intel HD Graphics 4600
0.3 GHz GPU frequency 0.4 GHz
32.0 GB Max. GPU Memory 2.0 GB
9 Generation 7.5
14 nm Technology 22 nm
 
 

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

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Hardware codec support

A photo or video codec that is accelerated in hardware can greatly accelerate the working speed of a processor and extend the battery life of notebooks or smartphones when playing videos.
Decode / Encode VP8 No
Decode VP9 No
Decode / Encode AVC Decode / Encode
Decode / Encode h264 Decode / Encode
Decode JPEG Decode
Decode VC-1 Decode
No AV1 No
Decode / Encode h265 / HEVC (8 bit) No
Decode h265 / HEVC (10 bit) No
 
 

Memory & PCIe

The processor supports a maximum memory capacity of 32.0 GB distributed across 2 memory channels. It offers a peak memory bandwidth of 34.1 GB/s. Both the type and quantity of memory can have a substantial impact on the overall system performance.
The processor supports a maximum memory capacity of 32.0 GB distributed across 2 memory channels. It offers a peak memory bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s. Both the type and quantity of memory can have a substantial impact on the overall system performance.
Yes AES-NI Yes
32.0 GB Max. Memory 32.0 GB
34.1 GB/s Bandwidth 25.6 GB/s
DDR4-2133 Memory type DDR3L-1600
pci PCIe pci
2 Memory channels 2
No ECC No
 
 

Thermal Management

The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 15 W watts.
TDP indicates the cooling solution needed to effectively manage the processor's heat. It generally provides an approximate indication of the actual power consumption of the CPU itself.
The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 37 W watts.
7.5 W TDP down None
25 W TDP up None
15 W TDP (PL1 / PBP) 37 W
100 °C Tjunction max --
 
 

Technical details

The Intel Core i5-6198DU is manufactured using a 14 nm process.
A smaller manufacturing process indicates a more contemporary and energy-efficient CPU.
In total, this processor boasts a generous 3.0 MB cache.
A substantial cache can significantly enhance the processor's performance, particularly in scenarios like gaming.
The Intel Core i7-4600M is manufactured using a 22 nm process.
In total, this processor boasts a generous 6.0 MB cache.
Technical data sheet Documents Technical data sheet
Q4/2015 Release date Q4/2013
BGA 1356 Socket BGA 1168
0 bytes L2-Cache 0 bytes
3.0 MB L3-Cache 6.0 MB
Windows 10, Linux Operating systems Windows 10, Linux
x86-64 (64 bit) Instruction set (ISA) x86-64 (64 bit)
-- Part Number --
Skylake U Architecture Haswell H
VT-x, VT-x EPT, VT-d Virtualization VT-x, VT-x EPT, VT-d
-- Release price --
SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2 ISA extensions SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2
Monolithic Chip design Monolithic
14 nm Technology 22 nm