Intel
Core i7-6700
Gaming Processor
Performance index derived from aggregated PassMark benchmark data, normalized to the FPSpilot 0-100 scale.
The Intel Core i7-6700 is a processor with 4 cores and 8 threads launched in 2015 for the LGA1151 platform. Its FPSpilot gaming performance index is 20/100, derived from aggregated PassMark benchmarks.
Specifications
| Manufacturer | Intel |
|---|---|
| Cores | 4 |
| Threads | 8 |
| Socket | LGA1151 |
| Release year | 2015 |
| Perf. index | 20 / 100 |
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Gaming performance
With an index of 20/100, the Intel Core i7-6700 is today an entry-level or veteran processor. It handles light competitive games (esports) and older titles comfortably, but in modern AAA releases it will bottleneck even modest graphics cards. It is a natural upgrade candidate.
Cores and threads: what they bring to games
Its 4 cores and 8 threads were the standard of their era, but modern engines spread work across 6-8 cores. In recent AAA games it can suffer FPS drops and stuttering when the game and the system compete for the same cores.
Platform & socket
Intel LGA1151 covered Core generations 6th through 9th (Skylake to Coffee Lake Refresh). It is a retired DDR4 platform, but 8th and 9th gen Core i5 and i7 chips remain capable in current games at moderate settings.
Compatible motherboards (socket LGA1151)
Frequently asked questions
Is the Intel Core i7-6700 good for gaming in 2026?
It depends on the game. The Intel Core i7-6700 (index 20/100) handles light competitive titles and older games, but in modern AAA releases it falls below recommended requirements and will limit frame rates.
What motherboard do I need for the Intel Core i7-6700?
The Intel Core i7-6700 uses the LGA1151 socket. Any motherboard with that socket is physically compatible; check the manufacturer's site to confirm the board's BIOS version supports your exact processor model.
How many cores does the Intel Core i7-6700 have and are they enough?
It has 4 cores and 8 threads. Modern games take advantage of 6-8 cores, so this configuration may fall short in recent AAA titles.
What graphics card pairs well with the Intel Core i7-6700?
An entry-level or midrange GPU suits this processor. Investing in a powerful card would make little sense: the CPU would limit its performance in most games.
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