Core i5-6600 vs Core i7-14700HX
The Core i5-6600 is quite a bit slower than the Core i7-14700HX on average across 100+ games. We cannot compare value as at least one CPU is out of stock.
FPS Comparison Across Popular Games
Predicted average FPS at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K, based on real game benchmarks.
Specs & Benchmark Comparison
Side-by-side specs, synthetic benchmarks, and key hardware differences.
Base Frequencyhelp
Core i5-6600 has a 57% higher base clock.
LGA1151
Sockethelp
Intel BGA 1964Skylake
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Raptor Lake-HXDesktop
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MobileUHD Graphics 530
Integrated GPUhelp
UHD Graphics 7702133 MHz (DDR3), 2133 MHz (DDR4)
RAMhelp
3200 MHz (DDR4), 5600 MHz (DDR5)Not Overclockable
Overclock Supporthelp
OverclockableFrequently Asked Questions
compare_arrowsWhich is better, Core i5-6600 or Core i7-14700HX?expand_more
The Core i7-14700HX. It's 173% faster than the Core i5-6600 on average across 100+ games, scoring 71/100 vs 26/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is Core i7-14700HX than Core i5-6600?expand_more
173% faster on average. The gap varies by game and resolution, check the per-game FPS comparison above.
aspect_ratioWhich is better for 1440p and 4K gaming, Core i5-6600 or Core i7-14700HX?expand_more
The Core i7-14700HX is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the Core i7-14700HX worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 71/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most CPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.
differenceWhat is the difference between Core i5-6600 and Core i7-14700HX?expand_more
Performance: Core i5-6600 scores 26/100, Core i7-14700HX scores 71/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the Core i5-6600 or Core i7-14700HX bottleneck my PC?expand_more
Depends on the rest of your build, especially your GPU. Swap the paired GPU in the FPS section above to see if it limits performance, or use our bottleneck calculator for a full analysis.
upgradeIs it worth upgrading to the Core i5-6600 or Core i7-14700HX?expand_more
The Core i7-14700HX is the stronger pick at 71/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.
Popular Comparisons
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