Intel Core i7-6770HQ vs Intel Atom Z2520

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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.
Mobile Segment Mobile
Intel Core i 6000H Group Intel Atom Z2500/Z2700
Intel Core i7 Family Intel Atom
6 Generation 2
Intel Core i7-6770HQ Name Intel Atom Z2520
 
 

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
No Overclocking No
2.6 GHz Frequency 1.2 GHz
4 CPU Cores 2
4x Cores 2x
normal Core architecture normal
3.2 GHz Turbo Frequency (all cores) None
Yes Hyperthreading Yes
8 Threads 4
3.5 GHz Turbo Frequency (1 core) None
 
 

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.
12.0 Direct X 10.1
32.0 GB Max. GPU Memory 0 bytes
72 Execution units 4
9 Generation --
0.95 GHz GPU (Turbo) --
Q3/2015 Release date Q1/2010
Intel Iris Pro Graphics 580 GPU name PowerVR SGX544 MP2
576 Shaders 8
-- Max. displays --
14 nm Technology 45 nm
0.35 GHz GPU frequency 0.3 GHz
 
 

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

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.
No ECC No
64.0 GB Max. Memory 2.0 GB
2 Memory channels 2
Yes AES-NI No
DDR4-2133 Memory type LPDDR2-1066
pci PCIe pci
34.1 GB/s Bandwidth 8.5 GB/s
 
 

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.
-- Tjunction max 90 °C
45 W TDP (PL1 / PBP) None
 
 

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.
-- Part Number --
x86-64 (64 bit) Instruction set (ISA) x86-64 (64 bit)
0 bytes L2-Cache 1.0 MB
Monolithic Chip design Monolithic
-- Release price --
Windows 10, Linux Operating systems
VT-x, VT-x EPT, VT-d Virtualization None
6.0 MB L3-Cache 0 bytes
Q1/2016 Release date Q2/2013
Technical data sheet Documents Technical data sheet
BGA 1440 Socket BGA
Skylake H Architecture Cloverview
14 nm Technology 32 nm
SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2 ISA extensions SSE3, MMX, SSSE3