| Spec | Core i7-6700K | Core i9-10900K |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ||
| Total Cores | 4 | 10+60% |
| Threads | 8 | 20+60% |
| Boost Clock | 4.2 GHz | 5.3 GHz+21% |
| Base Clock | 4 GHz+8% | 3.7 GHz |
| Cache | ||
| L3 Cache | 8 MB | 20 MB+60% |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB | 2.5 MB+60% |
| Platform | ||
| Socket | LGA1151 | LGA1200 |
| Architecture | Skylake | Comet Lake |
| Process Node | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Memory Support | DDR4 | DDR4 |
| Max Memory | 64 GB | 128 GB+50% |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
| PCIe Version | 3 | 3 |
| Power | ||
| TDP | 91W+27% | 125W |
| Max Turbo Power | 91W+64% | 250W |
| Features | ||
| Unlocked | Yes | Yes |
| Cooler Included | No | No |
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| iGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics 530 | Intel UHD Graphics 630 |
| Price | ||
| MSRP | $339+31% | $488 |
| Release Date | 2015-08-05 | 2020-05-01 |
