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Core i5-6500 vs Xeon 6730P
The Core i5-6500 is quite a bit slower than the Xeon 6730P on average across 100+ games. We cannot compare value as at least one CPU is out of stock.
Core i5-650023% Score
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.
LGA1151
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LGA4710Skylake
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Granite RapidsDesktop
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Server/WorkstationHD Graphics 530
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No Integrated Graphics2133 MHz (DDR4)
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6400 MHz (DDR5)Not Overclockable
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Not OverclockableFrequently Asked Questions
compare_arrowsWhich is better, Core i5-6500 or Xeon 6730P?expand_more
The Xeon 6730P. It's 196% faster than the Core i5-6500 on average across 100+ games, scoring 68/100 vs 23/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is Xeon 6730P than Core i5-6500?expand_more
196% 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 i5-6500 or Xeon 6730P?expand_more
The Xeon 6730P is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the Xeon 6730P worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 68/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most CPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.
differenceWhat is the difference between Core i5-6500 and Xeon 6730P?expand_more
Performance: Core i5-6500 scores 23/100, Xeon 6730P scores 68/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the Core i5-6500 or Xeon 6730P 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 i5-6500 or Xeon 6730P?expand_more
The Xeon 6730P is the stronger pick at 68/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.
Popular Comparisons
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