Intel Core i7-6498DU vs AMD Ryzen 3 2200G

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Intel Core i7-6498DU or Intel Core i7-6498DU – 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 i7-6498DU 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 i7 series.
To use the Intel Core i7-6498DU, you'll need a motherboard with a BGA 1356 socket.
The AMD Ryzen 3 2200G features 4 processor cores and has the capability to manage 4 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q1/2018 and belongs to the 1 generation of the AMD Ryzen 3 series.
To use the AMD Ryzen 3 2200G, you'll need a motherboard with a AM4 (PGA 1331) socket.
6 Generation 1
Intel Core i7 Family AMD Ryzen 3
Intel Core i 6000U Group AMD Ryzen 2000G
Intel Core i7-6498DU Name AMD Ryzen 3 2200G
Mobile Segment Desktop / Server
 
 

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

The Intel Core i7-6498DU has 2 CPU cores and can calculate 4 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core i7-6498DU is 2.5 GHz
and turbo frequency for one core is 3.1 GHz.
The AMD Ryzen 3 2200G has 4 CPU cores and can calculate 4 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the AMD Ryzen 3 2200G is 3.5 GHz
and turbo frequency for one core is 3.7 GHz.
2 CPU Cores 4
4 Threads 4
3.1 GHz Turbo Frequency (1 core) 3.7 GHz
2.5 GHz Frequency 3.5 GHz
2x Cores 4x
normal Core architecture normal
No Overclocking Yes
Yes Hyperthreading No
2.8 GHz Turbo Frequency (all cores) 3.65 GHz
 
 

Internal Graphics

The Intel Core i7-6498DU has integrated graphics, called iGPU for short.
Specifically, the Intel Core i7-6498DU 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 AMD Ryzen 3 2200G has integrated graphics, called iGPU for short.
Specifically, the AMD Ryzen 3 2200G uses the AMD Radeon Vega 8 Graphics, which has 512 texture shaders
and 8 execution units.
9 Generation 8
Q1/2015 Release date Q1/2018
-- Max. displays --
12 Execution units 8
96 Shaders 512
1.05 GHz GPU (Turbo) --
0.3 GHz GPU frequency 1.1 GHz
14 nm Technology 14 nm
Intel HD Graphics 510 GPU name AMD Radeon Vega 8 Graphics
32.0 GB Max. GPU Memory 2.0 GB
12.0 Direct X 12
 
 

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

-- AI specifications --
-- AI hardware --
 
 

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 JPEG Decode / Encode
Decode / Encode h264 Decode / Encode
No AV1 No
Decode VP9 Decode / Encode
Decode h265 / HEVC (10 bit) Decode / Encode
Decode / Encode AVC Decode / Encode
Decode / Encode h265 / HEVC (8 bit) Decode / Encode
Decode / Encode VP8 Decode / Encode
Decode VC-1 Decode
 
 

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 64.0 GB distributed across 2 memory channels. It offers a peak memory bandwidth of 46.9 GB/s. Both the type and quantity of memory can have a substantial impact on the overall system performance.
2 Memory channels 2
32.0 GB Max. Memory 64.0 GB
DDR3-2133 Memory type DDR4-2933
Yes AES-NI Yes
34.1 GB/s Bandwidth 46.9 GB/s
No ECC No
pci PCIe pci
 
 

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 65 W watts.
15 W TDP (PL1 / PBP) 65 W
-- Tjunction max 95 °C
None TDP down 46 W
 
 

Technical details

The Intel Core i7-6498DU 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 4.0 MB cache.
A substantial cache can significantly enhance the processor's performance, particularly in scenarios like gaming.
The AMD Ryzen 3 2200G is manufactured using a 14 nm process.
Q4/2015 Release date Q1/2018
Skylake U Architecture Raven Ridge (Zen)
Technical data sheet Documents Technical data sheet
VT-x, VT-x EPT, VT-d Virtualization AMD-V, SVM
Monolithic Chip design Chiplet
4.0 MB L3-Cache 4.0 MB
SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2 ISA extensions SSE4a, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, FMA3, AVX2
14 nm Technology 14 nm
BGA 1356 Socket AM4 (PGA 1331)
x86-64 (64 bit) Instruction set (ISA) x86-64 (64 bit)
-- Part Number --
-- Release price 95 $
Windows 10, Linux Operating systems Windows 10, Linux
0 bytes L2-Cache 2.0 MB
 
 

Benchmarks

Geekbench 6 (Multi-Core)

AMD Ryzen 3 2200G
4C 4T @ 3.5 GHz
3367
3367
Intel Core i7-6498DU
2C 4T @ 2.5 GHz
2160
2160

Geekbench 5, 64bit (Multi-Core)

AMD Ryzen 3 2200G
4C 4T @ 3.5 GHz
2750
2750
Intel Core i7-6498DU
2C 4T @ 2.5 GHz
1870
1870

Geekbench 6 (Single-Core)

AMD Ryzen 3 2200G
4C 4T @ 3.5 GHz
1089
1089
Intel Core i7-6498DU
2C 4T @ 2.5 GHz
1070
1070