Intel Core i7-6770HQ vs Intel Atom Z2520

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CPU comparison with benchmarks

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Intel Core i7-6770HQ or Intel Core i7-6770HQ – 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 i7-6770HQ 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.
The Intel Atom Z2520 features 2 processor cores and has the capability to manage 4 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q2/2013 and belongs to the 2 generation of the Intel Atom series.
To use the Intel Atom Z2520, you'll need a motherboard with a BGA socket.
Intel Core i7-6770HQ Name Intel Atom Z2520
Intel Core i7 Family Intel Atom
6 Generation 2
Mobile Segment Mobile
Intel Core i 6000H Group Intel Atom Z2500/Z2700
 
 

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

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.
The Intel Atom Z2520 has 2 CPU cores and can calculate 4 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Atom Z2520 is 1.2 GHz
normal Core architecture normal
Yes Hyperthreading Yes
3.2 GHz Turbo Frequency (all cores) None
2.6 GHz Frequency 1.2 GHz
4 CPU Cores 2
3.5 GHz Turbo Frequency (1 core) None
No Overclocking No
8 Threads 4
4x Cores 2x
 
 

Internal Graphics

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.
The iGPU uses the system's main memory as graphics memory and sits on the processor's die.
The Intel Atom Z2520 has integrated graphics, called iGPU for short.
Specifically, the Intel Atom Z2520 uses the PowerVR SGX544 MP2, which has 8 texture shaders
and 4 execution units.
-- Max. displays --
Q3/2015 Release date Q1/2010
0.95 GHz GPU (Turbo) --
72 Execution units 4
Intel Iris Pro Graphics 580 GPU name PowerVR SGX544 MP2
9 Generation --
576 Shaders 8
32.0 GB Max. GPU Memory 0 bytes
0.35 GHz GPU frequency 0.3 GHz
14 nm Technology 45 nm
12.0 Direct X 10.1
 
 

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

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.
The processor supports a maximum memory capacity of 2.0 GB distributed across 2 memory channels. It offers a peak memory bandwidth of 8.5 GB/s. Both the type and quantity of memory can have a substantial impact on the overall system performance.
DDR4-2133 Memory type LPDDR2-1066
2 Memory channels 2
34.1 GB/s Bandwidth 8.5 GB/s
No ECC No
pci PCIe pci
64.0 GB Max. Memory 2.0 GB
Yes AES-NI No
 
 

Thermal Management

The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 45 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.
45 W TDP (PL1 / PBP) None
-- Tjunction max 90 °C
 
 

Technical details

The Intel Core i7-6770HQ 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 6.0 MB cache.
A substantial cache can significantly enhance the processor's performance, particularly in scenarios like gaming.
The Intel Atom Z2520 is manufactured using a 32 nm process.
Q1/2016 Release date Q2/2013
0 bytes L2-Cache 1.0 MB
6.0 MB L3-Cache 0 bytes
SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2 ISA extensions SSE3, MMX, SSSE3
VT-x, VT-x EPT, VT-d Virtualization None
-- Release price --
BGA 1440 Socket BGA
Monolithic Chip design Monolithic
Windows 10, Linux Operating systems
Technical data sheet Documents Technical data sheet
Skylake H Architecture Cloverview
-- Part Number --
x86-64 (64 bit) Instruction set (ISA) x86-64 (64 bit)
14 nm Technology 32 nm