Intel Core i7-6500U
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Q3/2015
Intel Core i7-6500U

Processor Intel Core i7-6500U, specifications and benchmarks

830 place in the overall ranking CPUs!
The Intel Core i7-6500U processor is installed in BGA 1356 socket boards and operates at a frequency of 2.50 GHz. The Intel Core i7-6500U has a total of 2 cores. Release date: Q3/2015. TDP is 15 W. This review will provide all the technical specifications and detailed data about the Intel Core i7-6500U processor. Discover everything to determine whether a game or software will run on Intel Core i7-6500U.

Intel Core i7-6500U Specifications

Technical data
CPU Family and Group

This section provides a comprehensive overview of the processors generation and family, explaining the specific market segment it is designed for. It covers key details such as the CPUs position within its product lineup, its intended use cases (e.g., consumer, server, or workstation), and how its generation compares to previous models.

  • Segment
    Mobile
  • Family
  • Generation
    6
  • CPU group
    Intel Core i 6000U
  • Predecessor
    --
  • Successor
    --
CPU Technical Specs

Intel Core i7-6500U. This section highlights key performance parameters of the processor, including the number of cores, threads, and clock speeds (base and boost frequencies). These metrics directly impact multitasking capabilities and overall system performance in both single-threaded and multi-threaded applications.

  • Frequency
    2.50 GHz
  • CPU Cores
    2
  • Turbo (1 Core)
    3.10 GHz
  • CPU Threads
    4
  • Turbo (2 Cores)
    2.80 GHz
  • Hyperthreading
    Yes
  • Overclocking
    No
  • Core architecture
    normal
  • A core
    --
  • B core
    --
  • C core
    --
IGPU

This section provides details on the integrated graphics capabilities of the processor. It covers the architecture, performance characteristics, and supported technologies (e.g., DirectX, OpenGL), which are essential for systems without dedicated GPUs or for mobile devices that require energy-efficient graphics processing.

  • GPU name
    Intel HD Graphics 520
  • GPU frequency
    0.30 GHz
  • GPU (Turbo)
    1.05 GHz
  • Execution units
    24
  • Shader
    192
  • Max. GPU Memory
    32 GB
  • Max. displays
    3
  • Generation
    9
  • DirectX Version
    12
  • Technology
    14 nm
  • Release date
    Q3/2015
Hardware codec support

This section covers the built-in hardware codec support for video and image processing. The processor’s ability to handle codecs like H.264, HEVC, and VP9 directly influences its performance in tasks such as video playback, editing, and streaming. This hardware acceleration ensures smoother media handling with lower CPU utilization.

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

This section breaks down the technical characteristics of the memory supported by the processor, including the types (e.g., DDR4, DDR5), number of memory channels, and maximum supported memory speed. It also covers PCI Express support, which determines the bandwidth available for GPUs, SSDs, and other peripherals, critical for high-performance systems.

  • Memory type
    DDR3L-1600 SO-DIMMDDR4-2133 SO-DIMMLPDDR3-1866
  • Max. Memory
    32 GB
  • ECC
    No
  • Memory channels
    2
  • PCIe version
    3.0
  • PCIe lanes
    12
Encryption

This section focuses on the hardware-based security technologies integrated into the processor. These include encryption support features such as AES-NI, Intel SGX, and AMD Secure Memory Encryption, which provide robust protection for sensitive data and help mitigate cybersecurity risks.

  • AES-NI
    Yes
Thermal Management
  • TDP (PL1)
    15 W
  • TDP up
    --
  • TDP (PL2)
    --
  • TDP down
    --
  • Tjunction max.
    --
* see below
Technologies and Extensions

This section explains the underlying technologies that enable the processor to deliver high performance. It includes details about the manufacturing process (e.g., 7nm, 10nm), supported instruction sets (e.g., AVX, SSE), and virtual machine extensions that enhance compatibility and efficiency across various workloads.

  • Instruction set (ISA)
    x86-64 (64 bit)
  • Virtualization
    VT-x, VT-x EPT, VT-d
  • ISA extensions
    SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2
  • L2-Cache
    --
  • L3-Cache
    4.00 MB
  • Architecture
    Skylake U
  • Technology
    14 nm
  • Socket
    BGA 1356
  • Release date
    Q3/2015
  • Part Number
    --
Positions in all rankings

Common positions Intel Core i7-6500U CPU in popular benchmarks, for comparison with other models.

  • Cinebench R23 (Multi-Core)
    356 place
  • Cinebench R20 (Single-Core)
    474 place
  • Cinebench R20 (Multi-Core)
    444 place
  • Cinebench R15 (Single-Core)
    603 place
  • Cinebench R15 (Multi-Core)
    730 place
  • iGPU - FP32 Performance (Single-precision GFLOPS)
    877 place
  • Blender 2.81 (bmw27)
    13 place
  • Geekbench 3, 64bit (Single-Core)
    391 place
  • Geekbench 3, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    501 place
  • Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (Single-Core)
    107 place
  • Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    438 place
  • Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (iGPU, OpenGL)
    126 place
  • Estimated results for PassMark CPU Mark
    921 place
  • Geekbench 6 (Multi-Core)
    258 place

Intel Core i7-6500U Benchmarks

Performance tests CPU

Compare the benchmark scores of Intel Core i7-6500U with other processors to gauge its real-world performance across various tasks..

These tests encompass tasks such as mathematical calculations, 3D rendering, cryptocurrency mining, and performance evaluations in both single-core and multi-core modes.

Cinebench R20 (Single-Core)
Cinebench R20 SC is a high load CPU test for long tasks on a desktop or notebook PC, uses one CPU core, with no hypetrading
Cinebench R20 (Multi-Core)
Cinebench R20 MC is a high load CPU test for long tasks on a desktop or notebook PC, using a multi-core and hyperthreading
Cinebench R15 (Single-Core)
The Cinebench R15 SC stresses the computing modules of a desktop or laptop computer to their limits and accurately determines the key performance parameters of the hardware
134
133
133
132
Intel Core i7-6500U
Cinebench R15 (Multi-Core)
The Cinebench R15 MC stresses the computing modules of a desktop or laptop computer to their limits and accurately determines the key performance parameters of the hardware
304
304
304
302
Intel Core i7-6500U
iGPU - FP32 Performance (Single-precision GFLOPS)
The performance of the iGPU - the internal GPU in games
403
403
403
403
Intel Core i7-6500U
Blender 2.81 (bmw27)
Blender is Open Source Software, creating predefined 3D scenes and measuring the time to execute them
971.9
1017.8
1080.6
1156.4
Intel Core i7-6500U
Geekbench 3, 64bit (Single-Core)
Geekbench 3 SC for one CPU core, includes stress tests simulating real 3D scenarios for Windows, Mac, Linux, Ansroid, iOS
3300
3295
3289
3286
Intel Core i7-6500U
Geekbench 3, 64bit (Multi-Core)
Geekbench 3 MC using a multi-core and hyperthreading, includes stress tests simulating real 3D scenarios for Windows, Mac, Linux, Ansroid, iOS
6485
6485
6482
6474
Intel Core i7-6500U
Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (Single-Core)
The PC CPU and GPU test involves rendering a specific 3D scene in single-core mode, based on CINEMA 4D
1.51
1.51
1.51
1.5
Intel Core i7-6500U
Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
The PC CPU and GPU test involves rendering a specific 3D scene in multi-core mode and hyperthreading, based on CINEMA 4D
3.34
3.33
3.33
3.32
Intel Core i7-6500U
Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (iGPU, OpenGL)
The iGPU test involves rendering a specific 3D scene, based on CINEMA 4D
32.7
32.7
32.7
32.3
Intel Core i7-6500U
Estimated results for PassMark CPU Mark
PassMark is a test suite that performs complex mathematical calculations to determine CPU performance on file compression, encryption and physics-related tasks
4395
4361
4359
4355
Intel Core i7-6500U

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PL1 - The power limit (in watts) generated by the processor (or GPU) during sustained, standard operation. It represents the typical thermal output during normal workloads.

PL2 - Represents the maximum power limit under heavy load or overclocking conditions. It indicates the thermal output during peak performance.

These values are essential for determining the optimal cooling system and power supply required to maintain stable performance.

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