Intel Core i7-6700T vs Intel Core i7-6770HQ

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Intel Core i7-6700T or Intel Core i7-6700T – 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 i7-6700T features 4 processor cores and has the capability to manage 8 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q3/2015 and belongs to the 6 generation of the Intel Core i7 series.
To use the Intel Core i7-6700T, you'll need a motherboard with a LGA 1151 socket.
The Intel Core i7-6770HQ features 4 processor cores and has the capability to manage 8 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q1/2016 and belongs to the 6 generation of the Intel Core i7 series.
To use the Intel Core i7-6770HQ, you'll need a motherboard with a BGA 1440 socket.
Intel Core i7-6700T Name Intel Core i7-6770HQ
Intel Core i7 Family Intel Core i7
6 Generation 6
Desktop / Server Segment Mobile
Intel Core i 6000 Group Intel Core i 6000H
 
 

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

The Intel Core i7-6700T has 4 CPU cores and can calculate 8 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core i7-6700T is 2.8 GHz
and turbo frequency for one core is 3.6 GHz.
The Intel Core i7-6770HQ has 4 CPU cores and can calculate 8 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core i7-6770HQ is 2.6 GHz
and turbo frequency for one core is 3.5 GHz.
normal Core architecture normal
Yes Hyperthreading Yes
3.0 GHz Turbo Frequency (all cores) 3.2 GHz
2.8 GHz Frequency 2.6 GHz
4 CPU Cores 4
3.6 GHz Turbo Frequency (1 core) 3.5 GHz
No Overclocking No
8 Threads 8
4x Cores 4x
 
 

Internal Graphics

The Intel Core i7-6700T has integrated graphics, called iGPU for short.
Specifically, the Intel Core i7-6700T uses the Intel HD Graphics 530, which has 192 texture shaders
and 24 execution units.
The iGPU uses the system's main memory as graphics memory and sits on the processor's die.
The Intel Core i7-6770HQ has integrated graphics, called iGPU for short.
Specifically, the Intel Core i7-6770HQ uses the Intel Iris Pro Graphics 580, which has 576 texture shaders
and 72 execution units.
-- Max. displays --
Q3/2015 Release date Q3/2015
1.1 GHz GPU (Turbo) 0.95 GHz
24 Execution units 72
Intel HD Graphics 530 GPU name Intel Iris Pro Graphics 580
9 Generation 9
192 Shaders 576
32.0 GB Max. GPU Memory 32.0 GB
0.35 GHz GPU frequency 0.35 GHz
14 nm Technology 14 nm
12 Direct X 12.0
 
 

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

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

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

Memory & PCIe

The processor supports a maximum memory capacity of 64.0 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.
DDR4-2133, DDR3-1866 Memory type DDR4-2133
2 Memory channels 2
34.1 GB/s Bandwidth 34.1 GB/s
No ECC No
pci PCIe pci
64.0 GB Max. Memory 64.0 GB
Yes AES-NI Yes
 
 

Thermal Management

The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 35 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 45 W watts.
35 W TDP (PL1 / PBP) 45 W
-- Tjunction max --
 
 

Technical details

The Intel Core i7-6700T 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 8.0 MB cache.
A substantial cache can significantly enhance the processor's performance, particularly in scenarios like gaming.
The Intel Core i7-6770HQ is manufactured using a 14 nm process.
In total, this processor boasts a generous 6.0 MB cache.
Q3/2015 Release date Q1/2016
0 bytes L2-Cache 0 bytes
8.0 MB L3-Cache 6.0 MB
SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2 ISA extensions SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2
VT-x, VT-x EPT, VT-d Virtualization VT-x, VT-x EPT, VT-d
-- Release price --
LGA 1151 Socket BGA 1440
Monolithic Chip design Monolithic
Windows 10, Linux Operating systems Windows 10, Linux
Technical data sheet Documents Technical data sheet
Skylake S Architecture Skylake H
-- Part Number --
x86-64 (64 bit) Instruction set (ISA) x86-64 (64 bit)
14 nm Technology 14 nm
 
 

Benchmarks

Geekbench 3, 64bit (Multi-Core)

Intel Core i7-6770HQ
4C 8T @ 2.6 GHz
13611
13611
Intel Core i7-6700T
4C 8T @ 2.8 GHz
12707
12707

Geekbench 3, 64bit (Single-Core)

Intel Core i7-6700T
4C 8T @ 2.8 GHz
4060
4060
Intel Core i7-6770HQ
4C 8T @ 2.6 GHz
3694
3694

Geekbench 5, 64bit (Multi-Core)

Intel Core i7-6770HQ
4C 8T @ 2.6 GHz
3563
3563
Intel Core i7-6700T
4C 8T @ 2.8 GHz
3411
3411

Cinebench R15 (Multi-Core)

Intel Core i7-6770HQ
4C 8T @ 2.6 GHz
692
692
Intel Core i7-6700T
4C 8T @ 2.8 GHz
663
663