Core i5-6500 vs Core i5-7400
The Core i5-7400 is about 4% faster for gaming.
Verdict
- Performance index: the Core i5-7400 is 4% faster (26 vs 25).
- Cores: both have 4.
- Power (TDP): Core i5-6500 65 W, Core i5-7400 65 W.
- Age: the Core i5-7400 is 2 years newer (2017 vs 2015).
- Platform: both use socket LGA1151.
Specs
| Spec | Core i5-6500 | Core i5-7400 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance index | 25 | 26 |
| Brand / series | Intel Core 6th Gen | Intel Core 7th Gen |
| Released | 2015 | 2017 |
| Cores | 4 | 4 |
| Threads | 4 | 4 |
| Base clock | 3.2 GHz | 3 GHz |
| Boost clock | 3.6 GHz | 3.5 GHz |
| Power (TDP) | 65 W | 65 W |
| Socket | LGA1151 | LGA1151 |