Intel Core i7-6800K

The Intel Core i7-6800K, introduced in the second quarter of 2016, is a high-performance desktop processor designed for enthusiasts and professionals seeking powerful multi-threaded performance for demanding workloads. With 6 cores and 12 threads, running at a base frequency of 3.4GHz and boosting up to 3.6GHz, it delivers solid performance for gaming, content creation, and productivity tasks. Featuring 15MB of shared L3 cache and support for DDR4-2133 memory up to 128GB, it ensures fast data access and smooth multitasking. Built on the 14nm Broadwell-E architecture, it offers improved efficiency and solid performance for a variety of computing tasks. With a thermal design power (TDP) of 140W, it provides the raw power needed for intensive computing tasks, making it an ideal choice for workstation users and enthusiasts.

Intel Core i7-6800K

Intel Core i7-6800K

Intel Core i7-6800K

The Intel Core i7-6800K, introduced in the second quarter of 2016, is a high-performance desktop processor designed for enthusiasts and professionals seeking powerful multi-threaded performance for demanding workloads. With 6 cores and 12 threads, running at a base frequency of 3.4GHz and boosting up to 3.6GHz, it delivers solid performance for gaming, content creation, and productivity tasks. Featuring 15MB of shared L3 cache and support for DDR4-2133 memory up to 128GB, it ensures fast data access and smooth multitasking. Built on the 14nm Broadwell-E architecture, it offers improved efficiency and solid performance for a variety of computing tasks. With a thermal design power (TDP) of 140W, it provides the raw power needed for intensive computing tasks, making it an ideal choice for workstation users and enthusiasts.

General Parameters

Release DateQ2 2016
ManufacturerIntel
TypeDesktop
Instruction Setx86-64
Core ArchitectureBroadwell E
PCI ExpressN/A
PCIE Version3
Integrated GraphicsNo

Test in benchmarks

Performance test of Intel Core i7-6800K in benchmarks

PassMark

Single Core2269
Multi Core10740

Cinebench 2024

Cross-platform benchmark reference for high-performance processors

Single Core-
Multi Core-

Cinebench R23

Cross-platform benchmark reference for high-performance processors

Single Core954
Multi Core6695

Cinebench R20

Cross-platform benchmark reference for high-performance processors

Single Core-
Multi Core-

Geekbench 6

The new version of this benchmark reference emulates common operations often used in real-world applications.

Single Core1363
Multi Core6495

Geekbench 5

The previous version of this benchmark reference emulates common operations often used in real-world applications.

Single Core922
Multi Core5537

Others

Blender-
iGPU FP32-
Fabrication Process14nm
SocketLGA-2011-3
Energy Consumption140 W
Max TempN/A

CPU Performance

Main Cores6
Main ThreadsN/A
Main Cores Base Freq.N/A
Main Cores Turbo Freq.3.6GHz
Total Cores6
Total Threads12
Bus Frequency100MHz
Multiplier34x
L1 Cache32K per core
L2 Cache256K per core
L3 Cache15MB shared
Unlocked MultiplierNo

Memory Parameters

Memory TypesDDR4-2133
Max Memory128GB
Max. Memory Channels4
Max BandwidthN/A
ECC Memory SupportN/A

GPU Parameters

Integrated GraphicsNo
GPU Base FrequencyN/A
Dynamic Max GPU FrequencyN/A
ShadersN/A
Texture UnitsN/A
ROP UnitsN/A
Execution UnitsN/A
Energy ConsumptionN/A

Miscellaneous

PCIE Version3
PCIE LinesN/A

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