Is there so much difference between intel i7 processors of 6th and 7th generations?

[sivani.sony]

I've heard that i7 6th generation is not so stable. I am selecting for a good laptop and I've found some good choices but, they are with i7 6th generation. should I not compromise with 6th generation? is it that bad? Shall I spend a little extra and buy a 7th gen one? thanks in advance

 

[Math Geek]

yah never heard anything bad about 6th gen chips. well at least not on any reputable hardware site anyway

you're giving up very little performance with 6th gen over 7th gen. i'd get the 7th gen for another $20 or so but any more than that and i would not be able to justify the added cost.

 

[rgd1101]

7gen is only about 5% better, but never heard of 6th gen not being stable.

 

[Math Geek]

yah never heard anything bad about 6th gen chips. well at least not on any reputable hardware site anyway

you're giving up very little performance with 6th gen over 7th gen. i'd get the 7th gen for another $20 or so but any more than that and i would not be able to justify the added cost.