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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£350
  • Avg. price in US: ~$280
  • PassMark benchmark result: 2275
  • N. of physical cores: 2
  • CPU boost clock speed: N/A GHz

Intel Core i3 6006U review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

3.8

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the processor's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best processors on the market.

Score components:

90.0%

3.8

Technical Score

10.0%

?

User score

Poor
3.8

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the processor's technical performance, covering key areas such as processing performance, core configuration, efficiency, platform support, integrated features, and thermal behavior.

When it matters: When you want to compare processors based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

60.0%

3.0

Performance

18.0%

4.4

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

3.7

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

7.4

Power & Thermal

4.0%

7.0

Platform

1.0%

6.9

Integrated Graphics

Poor
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User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the processor.

When it matters: When you want to know how a processor performs in real workloads and how reliable it is for gaming, productivity, and efficiency according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

?

User reviews

30.0%

?

Popularity

  • 1.0
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    1.0

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    1.7

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    0.0

    CPU boost clock speed

    17.0%

    1.4

    L3 cache

    8.0%

    1.0

    N. of physical cores

  • 1.3
    Video editing

    Score components:

    45.0%

    1.3

    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    1.0

    N. of physical cores

    20.0%

    1.6

    CPU threads

    15.0%

    1.4

    L3 cache

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    N/A~ £350

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Verdict

The Intel Core i3-6006U is a 6th-generation Skylake dual-core processor designed for ultra-low power laptops, featuring 4 threads via Hyper-Threading and a fixed base frequency of 2.00 GHz. It includes 3MB of Intel Smart Cache, supports up to 32GB of DDR4-2133/LPDDR3-1866 memory, and integrates Intel HD Graphics 520 with 4K support at 60Hz. Its primary advantages include a low 15W TDP for better battery efficiency and suitability for basic daily tasks like web browsing and office productivity. However, notable drawbacks include the lack of Intel Turbo Boost technology, which limits its peak performance, and the fact that it is not officially supported by Windows 11.

Technical Specifications of processor Intel Core i3 6006U

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the processor's technical performance, covering key areas such as processing performance, core configuration, efficiency, platform support, integrated features, and thermal behavior.

When it matters: When you want to compare processors based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

60.0%

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Performance

18.0%

?

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

?

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

?

Power & Thermal

4.0%

?

Platform

1.0%

?

Integrated Graphics

3.8
Intel Core i3 6006U has a technical score of 3.85 points, which is lower than that of 87.1% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the processor.

When it matters: When you want to know how a processor performs in real workloads and how reliable it is for gaming, productivity, and efficiency according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the processor.
When it matters: When you prefer to choose a processor reviewed and selected by many other buyers.
1.0
Intel Core i3 6006U has a popularity of 1 points, which is higher than 0% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the processor's overall rating with its cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for a processor with a good balance between performance, efficiency, and price.

Score components:

60.0%

3.8

Overall score

40.0%

8.7

Price

5.3
Intel Core i3 6006U has a quality-to-price ratio of 5.3 points, which is lower than 91.6% of products in this category.
Brand name
What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.
When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

Intel
Processor type
What it is: The kind of system the processor is built for, such as desktop PCs, laptops, workstations, or servers.
When it matters: When you want a processor meant for the kind of machine you are actually building or buying, rather than a chip aimed at a different class of system.

Importance: HIGH

mobile
Intel Core i3 6006U belongs to the mobile processor class, which is more advanced than that of 7.3% of processors and equal to that of 48.6% of processors.
CPU socket
What it is: The physical socket the processor fits into on the motherboard.
When it matters: When you need to make sure the CPU can actually be installed on a specific motherboard.

Importance: HIGH

FCBGA1356
Intel Core i3 6006U uses the FCBGA1356 CPU socket, which is older than that of 88.1% of processors and equal to that of 3% of processors.
Chipset
What it is: The motherboard chipset families officially meant to work with the processor.
When it matters: When you are checking whether a CPU will work with the motherboard features and platform you plan to use.

Importance: HIGH

N/A
CPU architecture
What it is: The processor family or design generation behind the chip, such as Zen 4 or Raptor Lake.
When it matters: When you are comparing CPUs across generations and want a clearer sense of their design age, feature level, and expected performance class.

Importance: HIGH

x86-64
Intel Core i3 6006U uses the x86-64 architecture, which is more advanced than that of 1.7% of processors and equal to that of 98.3% of processors.
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N. of physical cores
What it is: The number of physical CPU cores on the processor.
When it matters: When you run workloads that benefit from more real cores.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 8+

2
Intel Core i3 6006U has 2 CPU cores, which is fewer than 79.3% of processors and equal to 20.6% of processors.
CPU threads
What it is: The total number of processing threads the CPU can handle at once.
When it matters: When you run heavily threaded workloads or multitask a lot.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 16+

4
Intel Core i3 6006U offers 4 CPU threads, which is fewer than 67.3% of processors and equal to 26.6% of processors.
Threads per core
What it is: The number of threads each physical core can handle at once.
When it matters: When you want to understand how much thread-level parallelism each core can provide in multitasking or heavily threaded work.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: 2

2
Intel Core i3 6006U offers 2 threads per core, which is more than 30.4% of processors and equal to 69.6% of processors.
CPU boost clock speed
What it is: The highest clock speed the processor can reach under boost conditions.
When it matters: When you care about peak speed in short bursts.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >4.7 GHz

N/A
CPU base clock speed
What it is: The processor's normal all-core starting frequency before boost behavior raises clocks temporarily.
When it matters: When you care about steadier performance in longer workloads rather than short burst speed alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

2 x 2.0 GHz
Intel Core i3 6006U has a base clock of 2x2.0 GHz which is equal to that of 100% of processors.
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Semiconductor size
What it is: The manufacturing process node used to produce the processor, usually expressed in nanometers.
When it matters: When efficiency, heat, and the relative modernity of the chip-making process matter to your comparison.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <10 nm

14 nm
Intel Core i3 6006U uses a 14 nm process node, which is older than that of 50.8% of processors and equal to that of 33.7% of processors.
Foundry
What it is: The semiconductor manufacturer that physically fabricates the processor chip.
When it matters: When process source, manufacturing generation, or foundry differences matter to your comparison more than day-to-day performance alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

Intel 14 nm
Intel Core i3 6006U is built on the Intel 14 nm foundry process, which is less advanced than that of 55.2% of processors and equal to that of 29.3% of processors.
L3 cache
What it is: The total amount of L3 cache available on the processor.
When it matters: When you want better performance in cache-sensitive workloads and games.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=16 MB

3 MB
Intel Core i3 6006U has an L3 cache of 3 MB which is smaller than that of 84.8% of processors and equal to that of 5.6% of processors.
L2 cache
What it is: The total amount of L2 cache available across the processor.
When it matters: When you want to compare CPU design efficiency and how much fast intermediate cache the cores have available.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=6 MB

0.5 MB
Intel Core i3 6006U has an L2 cache of 0.5 MB which is smaller than that of 84.8% of processors and equal to that of 15.2% of processors.
L1 cache
What it is: The total amount of L1 cache built into the processor, which sits closest to the cores.
When it matters: When you are comparing low-level CPU design details rather than the broader performance picture buyers usually notice first.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=512 KB

128 KB
Intel Core i3 6006U has an L1 cache of 128 KB which is smaller than that of 83.1% of processors and equal to that of 14.9% of processors.
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DDR memory version
What it is: The RAM generation the processor is designed to support, such as DDR4 or DDR5.
When it matters: When you need the CPU to match the kind of memory platform you want to buy or reuse.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: DDR5

DDR3L/DDR4
Intel Core i3 6006U supports DDR DDR3L/DDR4, which is older than that of 77.7% of processors and equal to that of 5.4% of processors.
Maximum memory speed
What it is: The highest official memory speed supported by the processor.
When it matters: When you choose RAM and want to know the supported speed ceiling.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=4800 MHz

2,133 MHz
Intel Core i3 6006U supports memory speeds up to 2,133 MHz, which is lower than that of 75.6% of processors and equal to 8.8% of processors.
Max memory speed (JEDEC)
What it is: The highest official RAM speed the processor supports under standard JEDEC settings, before any memory overclocking profiles are applied.
When it matters: When officially supported stock RAM speed matters more than XMP, EXPO, or manual memory tuning.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5600 MHz

2,133 MHz
Intel Core i3 6006U supports JEDEC memory speeds up to 2,133 MHz, which is lower than that of 83.8% of processors and equal to 1.6% of processors.
Max memory speed (XMP / EXPO)
What it is: The highest memory speed supported through XMP or EXPO profiles.
When it matters: When you want faster RAM through memory profiles.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5200 MHz

N/A
Maximum memory capacity
What it is: The largest total amount of memory officially supported by the processor.
When it matters: When you plan a system with very large RAM capacity.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=128 GB

32 GB
Intel Core i3 6006U supports up to 32 GB of memory, which is less than 71.9% of processors and equal to 19.5% of processors.
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Integrated graphics
What it is: Includes built-in graphics, so the system can output video without a separate graphics card.
When it matters: When you want the PC to work without a dedicated GPU, or you are building an office, media, compact, or troubleshooting-friendly system.

Importance: HIGH

yes
Intel Core i3 6006U includes integrated graphics. 87.6% of processors include integrated graphics.
Integrated GPU model
What it is: The model name of the integrated graphics processor, if present.
When it matters: When you plan to use the CPU's built-in graphics.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Integrated GPU execution units
What it is: The number of execution units available in the integrated graphics part of the processor.
When it matters: When you plan to rely on built-in graphics and want a better sense of its light gaming, display, or media capability.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=24

24
Intel Core i3 6006U has 24 GPU execution units, which is more than 49.2% of processors and equal to 21.6% of processors.
Integrated GPU base frequency
What it is: The base operating frequency of the integrated GPU.
When it matters: When integrated graphics performance matters to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=350 MHz

300 MHz
Intel Core i3 6006U has an integrated GPU clock of 300 MHz which is lower than that of 57% of processors and equal to that of 38.7% of processors.
Integrated media encoders/decoders
What it is: The hardware media formats the processor can encode or decode directly.
When it matters: When you stream, edit video, or rely on hardware media acceleration.

Importance: LOW

VC-1 (HW decode)
Intel Core i3 6006U supports VC-1 (HW decode) media codecs, which is narrower support than 82.1% of processors and equal to 3.6% of processors.
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TDP (Thermal design power)
What it is: The rated thermal design power, which gives a general idea of cooling and power needs.
When it matters: When you choose a cooler or build in a tighter case.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <30 W

15 W
Intel Core i3 6006U has a TDP of 15 W which is lower than that of 77.7% of processors and equal to that of 16.1% of processors.
Base power (PL1)
What it is: The sustained power target used for longer CPU loads.
When it matters: When you choose cooling and power delivery for sustained workloads.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <30 W

15 W
Intel Core i3 6006U has a base power of 15 W which is lower than that of 77.2% of processors and equal to that of 16.2% of processors.
Boost power (PL2)
What it is: The short-term boost power limit the processor may draw under heavier turbo loads.
When it matters: When you size cooling and power delivery for peak turbo behavior.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <50 W

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Tau (power duration limit)
What it is: The time limit the CPU can stay at higher boost power before dropping toward sustained power.
When it matters: When you want to understand turbo behavior under longer loads.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=28 s

N/A
Configurable TDP
What it is: Allows the processor to run in alternate power modes instead of being fixed to one default TDP target.
When it matters: When you want more control over heat, noise, and power draw in compact systems, quieter builds, or thermally limited machines.

Importance: LOW

yes
Intel Core i3 6006U supports configurable TDP. 52.9% of processors support configurable TDP.
cTDP: 7.5 W
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Intel Core i3 6006U vs the average processor

  • 66.7% lower base power
    Intel Core i3 6006U has a lower base power draw than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
    What it is: The sustained power target used for longer CPU loads.
    When it matters: When you choose cooling and power delivery for sustained workloads.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <30 W

    Intel Core i3 6006U has a lower base power draw than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.15 W vs 45 W
  • 44.4% smaller die size
    Intel Core i3 6006U has a lower die size than the average processor (99 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
    What it is: The physical area of the processor die, usually measured in square millimeters.
    When it matters: When you are comparing chip scale, packaging density, or broader design differences rather than direct user-visible performance.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: <150 mm²

    Intel Core i3 6006U has a lower die size than the average processor (99 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².99 mm² vs 178 mm²
  • 66.7% lower TDP
    Intel Core i3 6006U has a lower TDP than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.
    What it is: The rated thermal design power, which gives a general idea of cooling and power needs.
    When it matters: When you choose a cooler or build in a tighter case.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: <30 W

    Intel Core i3 6006U has a lower TDP than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.15 W vs 45 W
  • 44.4% smaller die size
    Intel Core i3 6006U has a lower die size than the average processor (99 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
  • 66.7% lower base power
    Intel Core i3 6006U has a lower base power draw than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
  • 66.7% lower TDP
    Intel Core i3 6006U has a lower TDP than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.

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Cache & Architecture
Power & Thermal
  • Older CPU socket
    Intel Core i3 6006U uses an older CPU socket than the average processor (FCBGA1356 vs FP2).
  • 4 year/s older release date
    Intel Core i3 6006U has an older release date than the average processor (2016 vs 2020).
    November 2,016
  • No crypto acceleration
    Intel Core i3 6006U does not include crypto acceleration, the average processor does.
  • Narrower instruction support
    Intel Core i3 6006U supports a narrower instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).
  • 53.8% weaker single-core performance
    Intel Core i3 6006U has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (1,146 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • 56.3% lower single-core score
    Intel Core i3 6006U has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (643 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
  • 4 fewer CPU cores
    Intel Core i3 6006U has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (2 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
  • 78.4% lower PassMark score
    Intel Core i3 6006U has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (2,275 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
  • 72.4% lower multi-core score
    Intel Core i3 6006U has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (1,325 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
  • 4 fewer CPU threads
    Intel Core i3 6006U has fewer CPU threads than the average processor (4 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
  • 50% lower bus transfer rate
    Intel Core i3 6006U has a lower bus transfer rate than the average processor (4 GT/s vs 8 GT/s). The average processor offers bus transfer rate of 8 GT/s.
  • 50% lower bus speed
    Intel Core i3 6006U has a lower bus speed than the average processor (4 GT/s vs 8 GT/s). The average processor runs at bus speed of 8 GT/s.
  • No Turbo Boost
    Intel Core i3 6006U does not support Turbo Boost, the average processor does.
  • 8 lower clock multiplier
    Intel Core i3 6006U has a lower clock multiplier than the average processor (20 vs 28). The average processor has a clock multiplier of 28.
  • 80% smaller L2 cache
    Intel Core i3 6006U has a lower L2 cache than the average processor (0.5 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.
  • 16.7% larger process node
    Intel Core i3 6006U has a higher process node than the average processor (14 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
  • 62.5% smaller L3 cache
    Intel Core i3 6006U has a lower L3 cache than the average processor (3 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.
  • 66.7% smaller L1 cache
    Intel Core i3 6006U has a lower L1 cache than the average processor (128 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.
  • 50% less L2 per core
    Intel Core i3 6006U has less L2 cache per core than the average processor (0.3 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core). The average processor provides 0.5 MB/core of L2 cache per core.
  • 12.5% less L3 per core
    Intel Core i3 6006U has less L3 cache per core than the average processor (1.5 MB/core vs 1,714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1,714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
  • 71.7% fewer transistors
    Intel Core i3 6006U has fewer transistors than the average processor (1.4 billion vs 4.95 billion). The average processor has 4.95 billion transistors.
  • Less advanced microarchitecture
    Intel Core i3 6006U uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Skylake vs Kaby Lake).
  • 25.5% lower memory bandwidth
    Intel Core i3 6006U has a lower memory bandwidth than the average processor (34.1 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s). The average processor offers memory bandwidth of 45.8 GB/s.
  • 4 fewer PCIe lanes
    Intel Core i3 6006U has fewer PCIe lanes than the average processor (12 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
  • 27.3% lower memory speed
    Intel Core i3 6006U has a lower maximum memory speed than the average processor (2,133 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.
  • Older DDR support
    Intel Core i3 6006U supports an older DDR generation than the average processor (DDR3L/DDR4 vs DDR4).
  • 50% less memory capacity
    Intel Core i3 6006U has fewer maximum memory capacity than the average processor (32 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
  • Limited PCIe bifurcation
    Intel Core i3 6006U supports less flexible PCIe bifurcation than the average processor (x4, x2/x2, x2/x1/x1, x1/x1/x1/x1 vs x16, x8/x8).
  • 53.8% weaker single-core performance
    Intel Core i3 6006U has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (1,146 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
    What it is: A benchmark score that reflects single-core CPU performance.
    When it matters: When you care about responsiveness in lighter or older software.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >3200

    Intel Core i3 6006U has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (1,146 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.1,146 vs 2,483
  • 56.3% lower single-core score
    Intel Core i3 6006U has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (643 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
    What it is: A Geekbench 6 score that reflects single-core CPU performance in mixed modern workloads.
    When it matters: When you care about snappy everyday performance in lighter apps, browsing, office work, or tasks that do not scale well across many cores.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >2000

    Intel Core i3 6006U has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (643 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.643 vs 1,471
  • 4 fewer CPU cores
    Intel Core i3 6006U has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (2 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
    What it is: The number of physical CPU cores on the processor.
    When it matters: When you run workloads that benefit from more real cores.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: 8+

    Intel Core i3 6006U has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (2 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.2 vs 6
  • 78.4% lower PassMark score
    Intel Core i3 6006U has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (2,275 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
    What it is: A benchmark score that gives a broad idea of overall processor performance.
    When it matters: When you want a quick overall performance comparison.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >19000

    Intel Core i3 6006U has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (2,275 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.2,275 vs 10,532.5
  • 72.4% lower multi-core score
    Intel Core i3 6006U has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (1,325 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
    What it is: A Geekbench 6 score that reflects multi-core CPU performance in mixed modern workloads.
    When it matters: When you want a quick picture of multi-core speed in everyday mixed workloads, multitasking, and broadly optimized software.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >8500

    Intel Core i3 6006U has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (1,325 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.1,325 vs 4,793
  • 80% smaller L2 cache
    Intel Core i3 6006U has a lower L2 cache than the average processor (0.5 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.
    What it is: The total amount of L2 cache available across the processor.
    When it matters: When you want to compare CPU design efficiency and how much fast intermediate cache the cores have available.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=6 MB

    Intel Core i3 6006U has a lower L2 cache than the average processor (0.5 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.0.5 MB vs 2.5 MB
  • 16.7% larger process node
    Intel Core i3 6006U has a higher process node than the average processor (14 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
    What it is: The manufacturing process node used to produce the processor, usually expressed in nanometers.
    When it matters: When efficiency, heat, and the relative modernity of the chip-making process matter to your comparison.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: <10 nm

    Intel Core i3 6006U has a higher process node than the average processor (14 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.14 nm vs 12 nm
  • 4 fewer CPU threads
    Intel Core i3 6006U has fewer CPU threads than the average processor (4 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
    What it is: The total number of processing threads the CPU can handle at once.
    When it matters: When you run heavily threaded workloads or multitask a lot.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: 16+

    Intel Core i3 6006U has fewer CPU threads than the average processor (4 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.4 vs 8
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Intel Core i3 6006U?

  • Energy efficient with a low 15W TDP, making it ideal for laptop battery life
  • Cost-effective 'entry-level' option for users on a tight budget
  • Capable of handling basic daily tasks like office work, web browsing, and 1080p video playback
  • Performance can be significantly improved for multitasking by adding an SSD and more RAM
  • Includes Hyper-Threading technology, allowing its 2 physical cores to handle 4 threads

What customers dislike about Intel Core i3 6006U?

  • Lacks Intel Turbo Boost technology, meaning it is locked at a relatively low 2.0 GHz clock speed
  • Not officially supported for Windows 11, which may lead to performance issues or lack of security updates
  • Poor performance in modern gaming or demanding software like high-end video editing
  • Relatively weak single-core performance compared to newer i3 generations or i5/i7 models
  • Now considered a 'Legacy' or discontinued product, limiting its future-proofing

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29/03/2026
Intel Core i3-6006U @ 2.00GHz - CPU Benchmarks

The Intel Core i3-6006U (2016) is a Skylake-based, dual-core, ultra-low voltage (15W TDP) processor designed for entry-level laptops, featuring a fixed 2.00 GHz base frequency and Hyper-Threading. The processor excels in energy efficiency for light office tasks and multimedia, with integrated Intel HD Graphics 520 supporting 4K playback, though it lacks Turbo Boost for performance...Read more

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notebookcheck.net
02/04/2017
Toshiba Satellite Pro R50-C (6006U, HD) Laptop Review

The Toshiba Satellite Pro R50-C is a budget-focused 15.6-inch office laptop featuring a durable, textured plastic chassis, but it lacks a maintenance hatch for easy upgrades. While it offers generous connectivity with four USB ports, VGA, and HDMI, the overall build, although stable, exhibits minor imperfections. Performance is limited to basic office tasks by an Intel Core i3-6006U...Read more

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notebookcheck.net
19/03/2018
HP 250 G6 (i3-6006U, SSD, FHD) Laptop Review

The HP 250 G6 is described as a budget-friendly, 500-euro office laptop featuring an Intel Core i3-6006U processor, 8 GB of RAM, and a 256 GB SSD that is well-suited for everyday tasks. Notable advantages include a comfortable typing experience, improved battery life lasting up to 7 hours, and the inclusion of an optical DVD drive. However, the device is housed in a basic plastic...Read more

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notebookcheck.net
15/03/2018
Acer Aspire 3 (i3-6006U, HD520) Laptop Review

The Acer Aspire 3 (A315-51-31RD) is a budget-friendly 15.6-inch laptop suited for basic office work and browsing, powered by an Intel Core i3-6006U, 4GB of RAM, and a 128GB SSD. Pros include easy maintenance via bottom hatches for upgrades, solid build quality, and a comfortable keyboard, though the integrated touchpad buttons are reported to be finicky. While the 1080p matte...Read more

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cpu.userbenchmark.com
28/03/2026
Intel Core i3-6006U - CPU UserBenchmarks

The Intel Core i3-6006U is a Skylake-based, dual-core, ultra-low voltage (ULV) processor designed for light notebooks. It features a fixed 2.00 GHz base frequency, 4-thread Hyper-Threading, and stable performance characteristics with high user consistency, according to UserBenchmark. Key pros include excellent energy efficiency with a 15W TDP, making it suitable for thin devices...Read more

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notebookcheck.net
01/07/2023
Intel Core i7-4950HQ vs Intel Core i3-6006U (Technical Analysis) Suggested Next Step Would you like a breakdown of the performance benchmarks (such as...

The Intel Core i7-4950HQ is a 2013 high-end, 45W quad-core processor featuring Iris Pro Graphics 5200 with eDRAM, offering strong performance and superior integrated graphics for its time, but suffers from high power consumption and significant heat generation. In contrast, the 2016 Intel Core i3-6006U is an entry-level, 15W dual-core chip designed for high efficiency and battery...Read more

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notebookcheck.com
05/03/2018
Acer Aspire 3 (i3-6006U, HD 520) Laptop Review

The Acer Aspire 3 A315-51-32K6 is a budget-friendly 15.6-inch laptop designed for basic tasks, featuring a durable, textured chassis and excellent maintainability with dedicated maintenance hatches for easy hardware upgrades. It offers a functional port selection but is limited by a TN display with poor viewing angles and color accuracy. Performance is driven by an Intel Core...Read more

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itjustgood.com
20/05/2026
Refurbished Dell Latitude 3380 Laptop - i3-6006U - 8GB RAM

The refurbished Dell Latitude 3380 is a durable 13.3-inch laptop designed for education and office use, featuring a reinforced, spill-resistant chassis that meets MIL-STD 810G standards. Configured with an Intel Core i3-6006U, 8GB of RAM, and a 240GB SSD, this unit provides capable performance for daily tasks, document editing, and multitasking under Windows 10. Key advantages...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
20/05/2026
Intel Core i3-6006U | LaptopMedia

The Intel Core i3-6006U is a budget-oriented, 6th Generation Skylake dual-core processor released in late 2016, featuring a fixed 2.00 GHz clock speed, 4 threads, and a low 15W TDP designed for power-efficient laptops. Its primary pros include excellent energy efficiency for daily productivity tasks, such as web browsing and office applications, along with capable 4K video playback...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
01/12/2016
Intel Core i3-6006U - Specifications and Benchmark Tests

The Intel Core i3-6006U is a budget-oriented, 6th Generation Skylake ultra-low voltage (ULV) dual-core processor released in late 2016, utilizing Hyper-Threading for light multitasking. It operates at a fixed 2.0 GHz clock speed without Intel Turbo Boost, aiming for energy efficiency with a 15W TDP, making it suitable for basic office laptops. The chip is paired with integrated...Read more

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tweakers.net
17/06/2017
Acer Aspire ES1-572-31N3 - Product Review

The Acer Aspire ES1-572-31N3, reviewed on Tweakers, is a budget laptop praised for offering a 1920x1080 Full HD matte display, a feature often missing in this price range, and an Intel Core i3-6006U processor with a 128GB SSD that provides snappy, daily performance. Users can easily upgrade or maintain the unit due to its accessible internal components. Key pros highlighted by the...Read more

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tweakers.net
01/08/2017
Laptop Best Buy Guide - August 2017

The Tweakers Laptop Best Buy Guide from August 2017 recommends the HP Pavilion 14-bk000nd as the top "Basic Laptop" (~€600), highlighting its light weight, IPS screen, and the inclusion of an SSD as key pros. For the "Mainstream" (€900) and "Multimedia" (€1200) segments, the guide selects the Dell Inspiron 15-5577, noted for its strong performance and dedicated graphics, which are...Read more

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