Intel Core i7-6700TE socket: LGA 1151
The Intel Core i7-6700TE uses the LGA 1151 socket on embedded 100 series boards. It is a 35 W quad Skylake part with eight threads from 2.4 GHz to 3.4 GHz.
- Socket
- LGA 1151
- Launched
- September 2015
- Cores and threads
- 4 and 8
- Base power
- 35 W
- Codename
- Skylake
- Segment
- Desktop
- Family
- Intel Core i7
- Clocks
- 2.4 / 3.4 GHz
Intel Core i7-6700TE specifications
| Cores | 4 |
|---|---|
| Threads | 8 |
| Core architecture | Skylake cores on 14 nm |
| Clocks | 2.4 GHz base, up to 3.4 GHz turbo |
| Cache | 8 MB Intel Smart Cache |
| Processor base power (TDP) | 35 W |
| Manufacturing process | 14 nm |
| Memory support | DDR4-1866 and 2133, DDR3L-1333 and 1600, two channels, up to 64 GB |
| PCI Express | PCIe 3.0, 16 lanes |
| Integrated graphics | Intel HD Graphics 530 |
| Multiplier | Locked |
| Package | LGA 1151 (FCLGA1151, 37.5 × 37.5 mm) |
Motherboard and chipset compatibility
Intel Core i7-6700TE needs a motherboard with a LGA 1151 socket. The table shows which chipset series accept it.
| Series | Chipsets | Support |
|---|---|---|
| 300 series: B365 and Z390 | Z390, B365 | Not supported |
| 300 series: H310, B360, H370, Q370, Z370 | Z370, H370, B360, H310, Q370 | Not supported |
| 200 series | Z270, H270, B250, Q270, Q250 | Works out of the box |
| 100 series | Z170, H170, B150, H110, Q170, Q150 | Works out of the box |
Board makers publish a CPU support list for every model. Check it for your exact board before buying. Chipset details for LGA 1151.
LGA 1151 at a glance
| Type | LGA, 1,151 contacts |
|---|---|
| Package size | 37.5 × 37.5 mm |
| Introduced | August 2015 |
| Memory | DDR4 on most boards (some early boards use DDR3L). DDR4 only on the second revision |
| Cooler mounting holes | 75 × 75 mm |
What the Core i7-6700TE is
The Core i7-6700TE is the embedded 35 W eight thread option for LGA 1151 in long life systems. Intel set four cores and eight threads at 2.4 GHz base with turbo to 3.4 GHz. Eight megabytes of Smart Cache remain for control workloads. The TE suffix marks embedded availability for kiosks and industrial PCs.
Low base clocks protect sealed cabinets. Burst turbo still handles UI and vision spikes. The multiplier is locked. Hyper-Threading keeps thread count high at low power, which suits virtualized edge loads.
HD Graphics 530 drives signage and control panels. DDR4 and DDR3L support gives integrators memory choice. Buyers pick the TE where a desktop 6700T lacks embedded lifecycle guarantees but power must stay at 35 W.
Socket and motherboard compatibility
The 6700TE fits LGA 1151 on embedded Q170 and H110 boards with TE listings. Industrial BIOS builds carry the IDs and thermal profiles. Consumer boards may boot it, but long life support lives on embedded lines. Check the maker list for TE validation.
Firmware power limits and wide temperature parts matter more than chipset brand. A 35 W profile keeps fans slow in dusty cabinets. The Socket vs chipset: what decides whether a CPU works guide covers matching. LGA 1150 embedded boards never accept Skylake TE silicon.
Memory, PCIe and cooling
DDR4-1866 and 2133 to 64 GB suit new embedded builds. DDR3L-1333 and 1600 cover legacy stocks. Two channels feed eight threads, so paired industrial modules help. Wide temperature memory fits outdoor installs.
PCIe 3.0 with 16 lanes from the CPU serves capture, storage and networking cards. Most TE systems use integrated graphics to save watts. A single slot card fits where machine vision needs acceleration.
Cooling uses the 75 mm LGA 1151 mount from the CPU cooler compatibility by socket guide with rugged low height sinks. Tray packs ship without boxed coolers. Size sinks for 35 W continuous in warm cabinets.
Upgrade paths
On the same socket the Intel Core i7-6700T gives a similar desktop tune at 2.8 GHz to 3.6 GHz and 35 W for mini PCs. The Intel Core i7-6700 lifts to 3.4 GHz to 4.0 GHz at 65 W for towers. Swaps hinge on TE BIOS listings and thermal budgets.
A Kaby Lake embedded quad keeps the platform with an update. A new socket needs a new board. The 6700TE covers embedded 2015 installs where threads and lifecycle decide the part.
Frequently asked questions
What socket does the Intel Core i7-6700TE use?
It uses LGA 1151 on embedded 100 series boards.
How many cores does the Core i7-6700TE have?
Four cores and eight threads at 2.4 GHz base with turbo to 3.4 GHz.
What is the TDP of the Core i7-6700TE?
35 W for embedded and industrial systems.
When did the Core i7-6700TE launch?
September 2015 with Skylake embedded parts.
Sources and verification
- Intel Core i7-6700TE Processor specifications (Intel)
- Intel Core i7-6700TE vs i7-6700T comparison (PassMark)
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