Whats the difference between 6700 and 6700k?

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I'm looking at CPU-Z right now and there's nothing about ASIC quality. Are you sure you're not thinking of GPU-Z?


6700 turbos to 4/3.9/3.8/3.7 GHz on 1/2/3/4 cores, 6700k turbos to 4.2/4.2/4.2/4 GHz on 1/2/3/4 cores. From what I've heard it's not unreasonable to expect Intel CPUs to run consistently at...
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Each chip has an individual quality rating measured in % which can be found in the CPU-Z software.
The 6700k is a higher binned CPU, meaning it will have what is called a higher ASIC quality, which is essentially the performance per watt that your CPU gets. It is for this reason, that these higher quality chips are selected as k CPUs, which means they have an unlocked multiplier which can be used to overclock your CPU.
It runs at a 0.6GHz higher base clock, meaning that even if you're not OCing, imo you're better off getting a 6700k and a good value cooler like the Gammax 400.
 
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I'm looking at CPU-Z right now and there's nothing about ASIC quality. Are you sure you're not thinking of GPU-Z?


6700 turbos to 4/3.9/3.8/3.7 GHz on 1/2/3/4 cores, 6700k turbos to 4.2/4.2/4.2/4 GHz on 1/2/3/4 cores. From what I've heard it's not unreasonable to expect Intel CPUs to run consistently at max turbo under load, meaning the 6700k is only 300 MHz (8%) faster on fully threaded loads, and 200 MHz (5%) faster on single threaded loads (if you're not overclocking). So whether it's worth it to get a 6700k if you're not overclocking would definitely depend on how close in price they are.

 
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Well, like I pointed out in my last post, the performance difference isn't really all that big. Based on the prices on PCPartPicker ($295 and $320 for 6700 and 6700k respectively), the 6700k is only just breaking even in terms of performance per dollar. And that's not taking into account the fact that you'll have to buy an aftermarket cooler with the 6700k. I'm not saying that that the 6700k is a bad purchase, just pointing out that it's maybe not as cut and dry as people might think.
 
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It is that cut and dry as the "K" is unlocked for overclocking. Overclocking can provide a performance increase of 40% if you know what you're doing. Buying a non-k CPU is like buying a corvette with a governer @ 100km's an hour.

You're arguing that stock chips are comparable to each other. No kidding? Now compare a 5.1ghz 6700k to a 6700.
 
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Even if you don't overclock the processor, you get better performance (Turbo freq of 6700 is 4 and that of 6700k is 4.2). But the real thing of K processors is that they can be overclocked, and when overclocked they are much faster than their non-K counterparts.
One sentence: 6700k is more future proof.
 
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The only difference is clock speed yes. A slight difference in clock speed out of the box and the k version having a factory unlocked multiplier. It doesn't come with a stock cooler, the plain 6700 does come with one. Intel likely assumes enthusiasts will go for the 6700k and tend to use their own aftermarket cooler anyway. Especially if planning to overclock it.

Out of the box, the 6700 turbo boosts up to 4ghz. The 6700k turbo boosts to 4.2ghz. Overclocking isn't guaranteed, most chips overclock decently. Some better than others, it comes down to the actual cpu however there's a good chance with a z series motherboard and decent cooling it should be able to reach 4.6-4.7ghz or perhaps higher. In that case the 6700k means 600-700mhz better clockspeed.

Everything else about them is the same, same igpu, same amount of cache, hyper threading etc.
 
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@Themastererr I was specifically responding to a comment saying the 6700k is a better buy even when not over clocking.
But really, how many people are getting 5.1 GHz on their 6700k? And please tell me about a recent Intel CPU that can be overclocked by 40% with any sort of consistency.
 
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Most Skylake CPUs will safely overclock to something like a 4.6/4.7GHz, this encompasses the i7 6700k and the i5 6600k.
Ends up being about a 20-25% increase, a 40% increase in performance with any CPU overclock is unrealistic.
The 6700k is a better buy for even non overclockers as you mentioned, and I briefly passed over above.
Pick up a decent, cheap air cooler and let it run. 😉
 
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A lot of people who know what they're doing can get 5Ghz. My friend used the ASUS "one click" software overclocking and got 4.7Ghz? You guys might just have bud luck.

Currently I own an 8320 sitting @ 4.95. This is a 40% increase in physics and a 30% increase in single core. not 40%, but fairly close.

Here's my old 6300 showing a 30% gain when overclocked



The fact is, if you know what you're doing overclocking can provide massive gains. Buying a non "K" Intel chip puts you at an inherit disadvantage for the future.

 
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AMD CPUs are different, they overclock to higher raw speeds, but have terrible IPC, making them worse performance despite more cores and higher clock speeds.
While it is entirely possible if you get a good chip and you have an insane cooling setup to get 5GHz stable, it is highly unlikely in the case of most users unless they're investing hundreds into cooling to account for that insane voltage scaling.

 
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Or maybe you/people you know are just lucky? I just spent a couple minutes skimming some 6700k reviews, and out of 10 not one of them got it stable past 4.8 GHz. Implying that it's common to be able get to 5 GHz with a 6700k is at odds with literally everything else I've seen/read about Skylake.
 
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Can you tell me if it's cloudy or not outside to? I need more obvious things stated.

Intels overclock that high too. You just need to know what you're doing and have the right setup. They have more IPC because they cost 3 times as much. Go figure.
 
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A lot of people does not imply common. It means a lot of people have got 5Ghz.
 
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An i3 6100 performs slightly better than an FX 8350 at stock speeds....
http://cpu.userbenchmark.com/Compare/Intel-Core-i3-6100-vs-AMD-FX-8350/3511vs1489
If it's so obvious, try and find a review where the reviewer hit 5GHz.
Even in the Overclockers Club review, they only hit 4.76GHz stable, and they usually OC their components very well, fiddling with minuscule figures in order to achieve the best results.
http://www.overclockersclub.com/reviews/intel_6th_generation_core_i7_6700k/
 
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Define "a lot of people". How many people do you know for a fact got a 6700k to 5+ GHz 24/7 stable? And for those that did, how much do you figure they're typically spending on motherboard and cooler?
 
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It does not.
Okay, how about this.
Find 5 cases in which people have gotten a 5GHz overclock on a 6700k without an excessively long log documenting it.
It has to be on air cooling without de-lidding, or an AIO water cooler like the H110i or the Kraken, then you'll prove your point. 😉
Until then, don't bring it up, silly to make a claim without evidence.

 
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it is not only the clock speed ... the "K" is actually $150-$220 more expensive ..

to overclock it good you will need :

1-$40-$80 cooler (if you want 4.8GHZ must get $80 cooler)
2- "Z" motherboard $80-$xxx more
3- 3-4 fans ($30)
4- $25 more for the K
IMO , it is not worth it .... unless you want to "beat" others .. OC is not really needed .
 
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......You can overclock the i7 6700k to 4.7GHz with a $25 cooler in the Be Quiet! Pure Rock.
Z170 boards at entry level cost around $90 for a decent one, and the same goes for the 970 chipset if you're getting a quality board for OCing.
You don't need aftermarket case fans to overclock an Intel CPU, or any CPU for that matter.
As long as your case has some kind of basic fans and decent airflow, it will be the same result for either, if anything more in Intel's favor due to higher temps on AMD CPUs and APUs.
Where on earth does this come from?
What do you mean by: " the "K" is actually $150-$220 more expensive"
 
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Pure Rock is $54

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00OB40ULU/?tag=pcpapi-20

and there are no 90$ "decent" Z170 Motherboards , The lowest is $90 , Acceptable ones start from $120

but any ways lets take your claim ,

54$ for pure rock + 40$ differnce from H110 , + 25$ more for K , +30$ for a better case (you can do with cheap case if you dont OC )

total $149 more

and thats with your 90$ mobo

have a nice day.

as I said , $150 to $220 more .

If we disagree we disagree .

 
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