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Core i5-6600 vs Xeon E5-2660 v3
The Core i5-6600 is faster than the Xeon E5-2660 v3 on average across 100+ games. We cannot compare value as at least one CPU is out of stock.
Core i5-660024% Score
- Up to 19% faster on average across 100+ games
- Is 10 months newer
- Up to 545% cheaper – $97.17 vs $1445
- Up to 671% better value for money
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.
Base Frequencyhelp
Core i5-6600 has a 27% higher base clock.
LGA1151
Sockethelp
LGA2011-3Skylake
Codenamehelp
Haswell-EPDesktop
Segmenthelp
Server/WorkstationUHD Graphics 530
Integrated GPUhelp
No Integrated Graphics2133 MHz (DDR3), 2133 MHz (DDR4)
RAMhelp
2133 MHz (DDR4)Not Overclockable
Overclock Supporthelp
Not OverclockableFrequently Asked Questions
compare_arrowsWhich is better, Core i5-6600 or Xeon E5-2660 v3?expand_more
Neither, they're within 1% of each other across 100+ games. Pick based on price, availability, or platform compatibility.
aspect_ratioWhich is better for 1440p and 4K gaming, Core i5-6600 or Xeon E5-2660 v3?expand_more
The Core i5-6600 is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the Core i5-6600 worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 24/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most CPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.
differenceWhat is the difference between Core i5-6600 and Xeon E5-2660 v3?expand_more
Performance: Core i5-6600 scores 24/100, Xeon E5-2660 v3 scores 24/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the Core i5-6600 or Xeon E5-2660 v3 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 i5-6600 or Xeon E5-2660 v3?expand_more
The Core i5-6600 is the stronger pick at 24/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.
Popular Comparisons
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