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Intel Core i3 6100 Review | 78 Data compared

Avg. price: ~£35
PassMark benchmark result: 4099
N. of physical cores: 2
CPU boost clock speed: N/A GHz

Intel Core i3 6100 review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

4.3

Poor

3.8

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9.3

Exceptional

2.2
Gaming
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30.0%
3.4
PassMark single-core benchmark score
25.0%
3.3
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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The Intel Core i3-6100 is a 6th-generation Skylake desktop processor featuring 2 cores and 4 threads via Hyper-Threading, operating at a fixed base frequency of 3.70 GHz on the LGA 1151 socket. Built on a 14nm process, it includes 3 MB of Intel Smart Cache, a 51W TDP, and integrated Intel HD Graphics 530, while supporting up to 64 GB of DDR4-2133 or DDR3L-1600 memory. Its main strengths include high single-core efficiency for budget gaming and general office tasks, low power consumption, and native 4K support at 60Hz via DisplayPort. However, it lacks Intel Turbo Boost technology, has a locked multiplier that prevents traditional overclocking, and its dual-core architecture increasingly struggles with modern, highly multi-threaded applications and demanding AAA games.

Technical Specifications of processor Intel Core i3 6100

Overall score

4.3

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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.

Platform

7.7

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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

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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

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

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

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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

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Performance

2.7

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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+

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+

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

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

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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

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Cache & Architecture

4.3

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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

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

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

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

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

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Memory & PCIe

5.3

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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

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

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

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

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

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Integrated Graphics

6.2

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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

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

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

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

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

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Power & Thermal

6.8

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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

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

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

N/A

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

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Intel Core i3 6100 vs the average processor

Why is Intel Core i3 6100 better than the average processor?

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Includes stock cooler
Intel Core i3 6100 includes a stock cooler, the average processor does not.
What it is: A stock CPU cooler is included in the box with the processor.
When it matters: When total build cost matters and you need to know whether separate cooling must be bought right away.
Importance: MEDIUM
Intel Core i3 6100 includes a stock cooler, the average processor does not.
35 °C lower CPU temperature
Intel Core i3 6100 has a lower CPU temperature than the average processor (65 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor runs at a CPU temperature of 100 °C.
What it is: The reported operating temperature of the processor.
When it matters: When you monitor thermals, cooling, or system stability.
Importance: LOW
Good value: <100 °C
Intel Core i3 6100 has a lower CPU temperature than the average processor (65 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor runs at a CPU temperature of 100 °C.65 °C vs 100 °C
Supports memory overclocking
Intel Core i3 6100 supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not.
What it is: Allows memory speeds beyond official stock settings through manual tuning or profile-based overclocking.
When it matters: When you want to push RAM performance higher than stock support allows, especially in enthusiast or gaming builds.
Importance: MEDIUM
Intel Core i3 6100 supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not.
Supports ECC memory
Intel Core i3 6100 supports ECC memory, the average processor does not.
What it is: Can work with ECC memory, which helps detect and correct certain memory errors on supported platforms.
When it matters: When long-term stability, uptime, or data integrity matter more than a basic consumer-style setup.
Importance: MEDIUM
Intel Core i3 6100 supports ECC memory, the average processor does not.
10x more popular
Intel Core i3 6100 is more popular than the average processor (10.00 vs 1.000).
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.
Intel Core i3 6100 is more popular than the average processor (10.00 vs 1.000).10 vs 1
16.1% higher user score
Intel Core i3 6100 has a higher user score than the average processor (9.29 vs 8.000).
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.
Intel Core i3 6100 has a higher user score than the average processor (9.29 vs 8.000).9.29 vs 8
7.14x cheaper
Intel Core i3 6100 is cheaper than the average processor (£35 vs £250).
Intel Core i3 6100 is cheaper than the average processor (£35 vs £250).£35 vs £250
Modern CPU socket
Intel Core i3 6100 uses a more modern CPU socket than the average processor (LGA1,151 vs FP2).
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
Intel Core i3 6100 uses a more modern CPU socket than the average processor (LGA1,151 vs FP2).LGA1151 vs FP2
Modern CPU socket
Intel Core i3 6100 uses a more modern CPU socket than the average processor (LGA1,151 vs FP2).
Supports memory overclocking
Intel Core i3 6100 supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not.
Supports ECC memory
Intel Core i3 6100 supports ECC memory, the average processor does not.
Includes stock cooler
Intel Core i3 6100 includes a stock cooler, the average processor does not.
35 °C lower CPU temperature
Intel Core i3 6100 has a lower CPU temperature than the average processor (65 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor runs at a CPU temperature of 100 °C.

Power & Thermal

Why is Intel Core i3 6100 worse than the average processor?

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5 year/s older release date
Intel Core i3 6100 has an older release date than the average processor (2,015 vs 2,020).
September 2015
Narrower instruction support
Intel Core i3 6100 supports a narrower instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, FMA3, AES vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).
No crypto acceleration
Intel Core i3 6100 does not include crypto acceleration, the average processor does.
4 fewer CPU cores
Intel Core i3 6100 has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (2 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
65.7% weaker multi-core performance
Intel Core i3 6100 has a lower multi-core performance than the average processor (954 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.
75% lower multi-core score
Intel Core i3 6100 has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (1,199 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
61.1% lower PassMark score
Intel Core i3 6100 has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (4,099 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
18.4% lower single-core score
Intel Core i3 6100 has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,201 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
4 fewer CPU threads
Intel Core i3 6100 has fewer CPU threads than the average processor (4 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
13.1% weaker single-core performance
Intel Core i3 6100 has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (2,157 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
No Turbo Boost
Intel Core i3 6100 does not support Turbo Boost, the average processor does.
80% smaller L2 cache
Intel Core i3 6100 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 6100 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 6100 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 6100 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 6100 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 6100 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 6100 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 6100 uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Skylake vs Kaby Lake).
25.5% lower memory bandwidth
Intel Core i3 6100 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.
27.3% lower memory speed
Intel Core i3 6100 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 6100 supports an older DDR generation than the average processor (DDR3L/DDR4 vs DDR4).
Narrower media codec support
Intel Core i3 6100 supports fewer media codecs than the average processor (VP9 (HW decode) vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)).
Inferior integrated GPU
Intel Core i3 6100 uses an inferior integrated GPU to the average processor (Intel HD Graphics 530 vs Intel UHD Graphics 630).
No configurable TDP
Intel Core i3 6100 does not support configurable TDP, the average processor does.
13.3% higher base power
Intel Core i3 6100 has a higher base power draw than the average processor (51 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
4 fewer CPU cores
Intel Core i3 6100 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 6100 has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (2 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.2 vs 6
65.7% weaker multi-core performance
Intel Core i3 6100 has a lower multi-core performance than the average processor (954 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.
What it is: A Cinebench R20 score that reflects how well the processor handles long, heavy rendering workloads across many cores.
When it matters: When you care about sustained multi-core performance in rendering, compiling, heavy creation work, or productivity workloads that use many threads.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: >4700
Intel Core i3 6100 has a lower multi-core performance than the average processor (954 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.954 vs 2,783
75% lower multi-core score
Intel Core i3 6100 has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (1,199 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 6100 has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (1,199 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.1,199 vs 4,793
61.1% lower PassMark score
Intel Core i3 6100 has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (4,099 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 6100 has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (4,099 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.4,099 vs 10,532.5
80% smaller L2 cache
Intel Core i3 6100 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 6100 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
18.4% lower single-core score
Intel Core i3 6100 has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,201 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 6100 has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,201 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.1,201 vs 1,471
16.7% larger process node
Intel Core i3 6100 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 6100 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 6100 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 6100 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

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(Reviews last updated: May 2026)

What customers like about Intel Core i3 6100?

High base clock speed (3.7GHz) provides strong single-thread performance for general computing.
Excellent value for budget-conscious builders as the lowest-cost 6th-gen Core i processor.
Low power consumption (51W TDP) allows it to run cool and quiet, even with stock cooling.
Includes Hyper-Threading, enabling the dual-core chip to handle four threads for better multitasking.
Solid entry-level gaming performance when paired with a dedicated graphics card.

What customers dislike about Intel Core i3 6100?

Integrated HD 530 graphics performance significantly lags behind competing AMD APU rivals.
Locked multiplier prevents straightforward overclocking for most users.
Lacks Intel's Turbo Boost technology, meaning it cannot dynamically increase its clock speed.
Struggles with modern CPU-intensive tasks such as high-end video editing or 3D rendering.
Platform is considered obsolete by modern standards, offering limited future-proofing.

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uk.pcmag.com

31/05/2016

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The Intel Core i3-6100 is a 6th-generation "Skylake" processor that offers strong, budget-friendly performance with a 3.7GHz base clock, dual-core architecture, and Hyper-Threading. It is praised for its energy efficiency, operating with a 51W TDP on the LGA 1151 socket, making it a capable, cost-effective option for basic, single-threaded productivity. In performance tests, the...Read more

wccftech.com

08/02/2016

Intel i3 6100 Overclocking? Worth it?

The Wccftech review demonstrates that the "locked" Intel Core i3-6100 can achieve a stable 4.5GHz overclock via BCLK adjustments on Z170 motherboards, resulting in a 22% increase over stock speeds and up to 32.6% higher single-core performance. This overclock, achievable with air cooling, significantly boosts productivity and reduces micro-stutter in games by improving minimum frame...Read more

pcmag.com

24/03/2016

Intel Core i3-6100 Review(www.anandtech.com) | August 8, 2016 | The Skylake Core i3 (51W) CPU Review: i3-6320, 6300 and 6100 Tested

The PCMag review highlights the Intel Core i3-6100 as a powerful, budget-friendly 3.7GHz, dual-core Skylake processor with Hyper-Threading, offering exceptional single-thread performance that rivals more expensive Core i5 chips in tasks like iTunes encoding. Key advantages include its low cost for a 6th-generation chip and a strong foundation for general-purpose computing. However,...Read more

digitalfoundry.net

11/02/2016

Intel Skylake: Core i3 6100 review(www.techspot.com) | November 18, 2015 | The Best CPU for the Money: Intel Core i3-6100 Skylake Tested

Digital Foundry's review highlights the Intel Core i3-6100 as a standout, budget-friendly Skylake CPU that delivers roughly 80% of the gaming performance of higher-end i5 and i7 models for under £100. Operating at a high 3.7GHz base clock, it frequently outperforms older quad-core processors in modern gaming scenarios. The analysis shows that utilizing higher-speed DDR4 RAM...Read more

cpubenchmark.net

31/01/2026

Intel Core i3-6100 @ 3.70GHz - CPU Benchmarks | PassMark Software

The Intel Core i3-6100 is a 6th-generation "Skylake" dual-core, four-thread desktop processor released in 2015, operating at a fixed 3.70 GHz. Based on PassMark benchmarks, it achieves a CPU Mark score of roughly 4,099 with a strong single-thread rating of 2,157, providing good responsiveness for general tasks, though its limited core count struggles with modern, heavily...Read more

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19/01/2016

Intel Core i3-6100 Review | Trusted Reviews

The Intel Core i3-6100, reviewed by Trusted Reviews, is a 6th-generation Skylake processor aimed at budget-conscious PC builders in early 2016. Featuring a 3.7GHz base clock, Hyper-Threading, and 51W TDP, this dual-core chip offers strong single-thread performance and impressive power efficiency for daily tasks and entry-level gaming. The review highlights significant pros,...Read more

techspot.com

18/11/2015

The Best CPU for the Money: Intel Core i3-6100 Skylake Tested | TechSpot

The TechSpot review identifies the Intel Core i5-6500 as a premier mid-range value choice for the Skylake architecture, offering 3.2GHz to 3.6GHz quad-core performance that rivals more expensive options. Pros include an excellent price-to-performance ratio and low power consumption, while cons focus on the lack of an unlocked multiplier for overclocking, audible stock cooling, and...Read more

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04/10/2016

Core i3/i5, Pentium, Celeron Review: The Most Popular Skylake CPUs from €35 to €190

This ComputerBase review analyzes Intel's Skylake-based Celeron G3900, Pentium G4400, Core i3-6100, and Core i5-6500, highlighting a strict performance hierarchy and feature segmentation across the 35 to 190 Euro price range. While the 14nm architecture offers good efficiency, Intel's exclusion of Hyper-Threading and AVX 2.0 on the budget Pentium and Celeron models significantly...Read more

cpu-monkey.com

02/03/2026

Intel Core i3-6100: Benchmarks and Specifications

The Intel Core i3-6100 is a dual-core desktop processor based on the 14nm Skylake S architecture, launched in 2015 with a fixed 3.70 GHz clock speed and Hyper-Threading. It features Intel HD Graphics 530, supports DDR4/DDR3L memory, and operates with a low 51W TDP. Pros include high energy efficiency and strong single-core performance for everyday tasks, making it a cost-effective...Read more

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23/10/2016

Intel Core i3-6100 Boxed - rens-br - Product reviews - Tweakers

The Intel Core i3-6100 (Skylake) is rated as a capable budget processor for everyday tasks and light gaming, offering snappy performance for general office work. Key pros highlighted include excellent thermal efficiency, with the stock cooler keeping the chip under 60°C during stress tests, and overall reliability, ensuring no thermal throttling occurs. Conversely, the primary...Read more

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