Intel Core i5-6442EQ vs Intel Atom x6413E

The Intel Core i5-6442EQ, manufactured using the 14 nm Skylake H process, is designed for higher computing performance.

It offers PCIe 3.0, 6 MB L3 cache, and a maximum memory bandwidth of 30 GB/s. The Intel HD Graphics 530 is integrated. Its single-core performance is over 10 percent higher than that of the Intel Atom x6413E.

The Intel Atom x6413E, manufactured using the more efficient 10 nm Elkhart Lake process, is optimized for energy-efficient IoT environments. It also features PCIe 3.0, a maximum memory bandwidth of 102 GB/s, and 2 MB L2 cache. The more modern Intel UHD Graphics 10th Gen (16 EU) is integrated.

In a performance comparison, the Intel Core i5-6442EQ is better suited for software-intensive tasks thanks to its higher single-core performance. Both processors are unsuitable for demanding gaming; their integrated graphics solutions primarily serve display output and simple multimedia applications.

The Intel Core i5-6442EQ offers a better basis for this. Regarding energy consumption and price-performance ratio, the Intel Atom x6413E is significantly more economical and designed for efficiency thanks to its 10 nm manufacturing process. The Intel Core i5-6442EQ consumes more energy due to its system design but delivers higher computing performance.

In summary, the Intel Core i5-6442EQ is recommended for tasks requiring noticeable CPU performance. The Intel Atom x6413E is the choice for energy-efficient systems focusing on low power consumption and lower performance requirements.