The 6th generation Intel® Core™ i7 processors deliver a new class of computing with a host of new features to power the next generation of laptops and 2 in 1 PCs. Expect lighting fast speeds and peak performance through even the toughest of tasks and games. The built-in revolutionary Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology allows each processor core to work on two tasks at the same time for smoother multitasking while Intel® Iris™ graphics delivers stunning 3D visuals and faster, more advanced video and photo editing. Game the way you want and push the boundaries with overclocking for your most demanding gaming needs. The ultimate in peak performance.
Ready. Wake. Create.
From zero to power in a flash, the 6th generation Intel® Core™ processor wakes quicker than ever and lets you switch in and out of apps more seamlessly than ever.
Stunning Visual Experiences
With 6th generation Intel® Core™ processor Ultra HD graphics, your screen comes to life. Watch in a whole new way with 4k screens. Wireless displays let you create and game anywhere.
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Memory | Memory channels | Dual-channel |
 | Maximum internal memory supported by processor | 64 GB |
| Memory types supported by processor | DDR4-SDRAM, DDR3L-SDRAM |
| Memory clock speeds supported by processor | 1333,1600,1866,2133 MHz |
| Memory voltage supported by processor | 1.35 V |
Other features | Maximum internal memory | 64 GB |
| | 65536 MB |
| Video decoding | Yes |
| Graphics output | eDP/DP/HDMI/DVI |
Processor special features | Intel® Hyper Threading Technology (Intel® HT Technology) | Yes |
| Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT) | Yes |
| Intel® Turbo Boost Technology | 2.0 |
| Intel® Quick Sync Video Technology | Yes |
| Intel® InTru™ 3D Technology | Yes |
| Intel® Wireless Display (Intel® WiDi) | Yes |
| Intel® Clear Video HD Technology (Intel® CVT HD) | Yes |
| Intel® Insider™ | Yes |
| Intel® AES New Instructions (Intel® AES-NI) | Yes |
| Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology | Yes |
| Intel Trusted Execution Technology | Yes |
| Intel® Memory Protection Extensions (Intel® MPX) | Yes |
| Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 frequency | 4 GHz |
| Intel® Transactional Synchronization Extensions | Yes |
| Intel Enhanced Halt State | Yes |
| Intel® Clear Video Technology for Mobile Internet Devices (Intel CVT for MID) | Yes |
| Intel VT-x with Extended Page Tables (EPT) | Yes |
| Intel® Secure Key | Yes |
| Intel TSX-NI | Yes |
| Intel Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP) | Yes |
| Intel® OS Guard | Yes |
| Intel® Small Business Advantage (Intel® SBA) | Yes |
| Intel Clear Video Technology | Yes |
| Intel Software Guard Extensions (Intel SGX) | Yes |
| Intel 64 | Yes |
| Intel Identity Protection Technology version | 1.00 |
| Intel Secure Key Technology version | 1.00 |
| Intel Small Business Advantage (SBA) version | 1.00 |
| Intel Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP) version | 1.00 |
| Intel Virtualization Technology (VT-x) | Yes |
| Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d) | Yes |
| Intel TSX-NI version | 1.00 |
| Conflict-Free processor | Yes |
| Intel® Boot Guard | Yes |
| Intel® vPro™ Platform Eligibility | Yes |
Logistics data | Harmonized System (HS) code | 85423119 |
Features | Execute Disable Bit | Yes |
| Idle States | Yes |
| Thermal Monitoring Technologies | Yes |
| Market segment | Desktop |
| Maximum number of PCI Express lanes | 16 |
| PCI Express slots version | 3.0 |
| PCI Express configurations | 1x16, 2x8, 1x8+2x4 |
| Supported instruction sets | SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX 2.0 |
| Scalability | 1S |
| CPU configuration (max) | 1 |
| Embedded options available | Yes |
| Graphics | 14 nm |
| Thermal solution specification | PCG 2015C |
| PCI Express CEM revision | 3.0 |
| Export Control Classification Number (ECCN) | 5A992C |
| Commodity Classification Automated Tracking System (CCATS) | G077159 |
Technical details | Processor cache | 8192 KB |
| Product type | Processor |
| Supported memory types | DDR4-SDRAM, DDR3L-SDRAM |
| Maximum graphics card memory | 64 GB |
| Bus bandwidth | 8 |
| Bus type units | GT/s |
| Launch date | Q3'15 |
| Maximum resolution | 4096x2304@60Hz |
| | 4096x2304@24Hz |
| | 4096x2304@60Hz |
| | N/A |
| Number of graphics cores | 2 |
| Status | Launched |
| Maximum memory | 64 GB |
| Processor brand name | Intel Core i7 Intel Core i7 Processor |
| Last change | 63903513 |
| Maximum resolution (WiDi) | 1080p |
| Product family | 6th Generation Intel Core i7 Processors |
| Bus speed | 8 GT/s |
| Processor ID | 0x1912 |
| Servicing status | End of Servicing Lifetime |
| End of servicing updates date | Friday, September 30, 2022 |
Operational conditions | Tcase | 71 °C |
Processor | Processor family | Intel® Core™ i7 |
| Processor cores | 4 |
| Processor socket | LGA 1151 (Socket H4) |
| Processor lithography | 14 nm |
| Processor manufacturer | Intel |
| Processor model | i7-6700 |
| Processor base frequency | 3.4 GHz |
| Processor operating modes | 64-bit |
| Processor generation | 6th gen Intel® Core™ i7 |
| Component for | PC |
| Processor series | Intel Core i7-6700 Desktop series |
| Processor threads | 8 |
| System bus rate | 8 GT/s |
| Processor boost frequency | 4 GHz |
| Processor cache | 8 MB |
| Processor cache type | Smart Cache |
| Thermal Design Power (TDP) | 65 W |
| Compatible chipsets | Intel® B150, Intel® H110, Intel® H170, Intel Q150, Intel® Q170, Intel® Z170 |
| Stepping | R0 |
| Bus type | DMI3 |
| Memory bandwidth supported by processor (max) | 34.1 GB/s |
| Processor codename | Skylake |
| Processor code | SR2L2 |
| Processor ARK ID | 88196 |
| Generation | 6th Generation |
Weight & dimensions | Processor package size | 37.5 x 37.5 mm |
Graphics | On-board graphics card | Yes |
| On-board graphics card model | Intel® HD Graphics 530 |
| Maximum on-board graphics card memory | 64 GB |
| On-board graphics card outputs supported | Embedded DisplayPort (eDP), DisplayPort, HDMI, DVI |
| On-board graphics card base frequency | 350 MHz |
| On-board graphics card dynamic frequency (max) | 1150 MHz |
| Number of displays supported (on-board graphics) | 3 |
| On-board graphics card 4K support | Yes |
| On-board graphics card DirectX version | 12.0 |
| On-board graphics card OpenGL version | 4.5 |
| On-board graphics card maximum resolution (DisplayPort) | 4096 x 2304 pixels |
| On-board graphics card maximum resolution (eDP - Integrated Flat Panel) | 4096 x 2304 pixels |
| On-board graphics card maximum resolution (HDMI) | 4096 x 2304 pixels |
| On-board graphics card refresh rate at maximum resolution (DisplayPort) | 60 Hz |
| On-board graphics card refresh rate at maximum resolution (eDP - Integrated Flat Panel) | 60 Hz |
| On-board graphics card refresh rate at maximum resolution (HDMI) | 24 Hz |
| On-board graphics card ID | 0x1912 |