the i7 6700t

[bingotj1]

so I was originally gonna get the 6700k but its sold out everywhere and is a bit more expensive, so I thought maybe I should get the t version. Will it be that much of a difference performance wise?

 

[Jonas Dixon]

Well, the point with the T version is that it's more energy efficient and in order to get that intel has reduced its clock speed from 4ghz to 2.8 ghz which is a significant difference. Also the 6700t isn't unlocked meaning that you won't be able to overclock it (not sure if you are interested in that or not). Overall the performance difference won't be huge as it's a really powerfull CPU, but it really depends on what you're using the computer for. If i where you i'd probobly wait for the i7 6700k to return in stock or you could order it online at amazon or some other place.

Hope this helps!

 

[bingotj1]

Well, the point with the T version is that it's more energy efficient and in order to get that intel has reduced its clock speed from 4ghz to 2.8 ghz which is a significant difference. Also the 6700t isn't unlocked meaning that you won't be able to overclock it (not sure if you are interested in that or not). Overall the performance difference won't be huge as it's a really powerfull CPU, but it really depends on what you're using the computer for. If i where you i'd probobly wait for the i7 6700k to return in stock or you could order it online at amazon or some other place.

Hope this helps!

Oh dang it turns out I was looking at the wrong thing when I searched the t version... I thought it ran at 3.4.
So I actually found just the i7 6700 in stock on a website, but I'm not sure if it's legit. Is the 6700 a lot different than the 6700k?
If not, then if you know if gigaparts was a legit site, it would be great to know. Thanks!

 

[Jonas Dixon]

Well, the 6700 runs a bit slower then the 6700k and its not overclockable, but if you're not interested in overcklocking that won't be an issue. There will be a difference in performance between the 6700 and the 6700k but it definetaly won't be major so if overclocking isn't something relevant for you then i'd probobly recommend the 6700.

I really don't know it gigaparts is legit or not but if you can't find any information about the site or reviews about it you should probobly stay away from it. The problem with these smaller not as popular sites is often there return policies and sometimes there feedback and support is really bad. I would probobly recommend buying it from some larger vendor as it might be a real hasstle to return the processor if it turns out thay its damaged in some way.

 

[hmazuji]

Well, the point with the T version is that it's more energy efficient and in order to get that intel has reduced its clock speed from 4ghz to 2.8 ghz which is a significant difference. Also the 6700t isn't unlocked meaning that you won't be able to overclock it (not sure if you are interested in that or not). Overall the performance difference won't be huge as it's a really powerfull CPU, but it really depends on what you're using the computer for. If i where you i'd probobly wait for the i7 6700k to return in stock or you could order it online at amazon or some other place.

Hope this helps!

well, since the k is unlocked, is it possible to underclock it from 3.4 to 2.8 ghz, thus increasing its efficiency

 

[hmazuji]

the t is thinner - 14 microns, is newer, consumes less power, and costs less. intel lists smrp as $303, but everywhere i've looked is more expensive. something i've complained to amazon about, but they keep deleting my posts. amazon is selling it for $600.

 

[Ecky]

Misinformation. All Intel 6xxx CPUs are 14nm, and all i7's (desktop ones anyway) are physically the same chip. The only difference is clockspeed.

The 6700K comes with a 4.2ghz turbo speed, and a TDP of 91w to allow it to run at those higher clocks. It does not come with a heatsink. The multiplier is unlocked and can be changed (either up or down) if you have a Z170 motherboard.

The 6700 turbos to 4.0ghz, has a TDP of 65w, and comes with an adequate cooler, saving money. The clockspeed difference (before overclocking the 6700K) only amounts to about 5% performance difference.

The 6700T turbos to 3.6ghz, which is reduced so it can stay within its 35w TDP. It also comes with a heatsink.

I would personally buy a 6700 non-K if I were buying a CPU today.