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Intel Core i3 6100T Review | 78 Data compared

Avg. price:~£130PassMark benchmark result:3630N. of physical cores:2CPU boost clock speed:3.2 GHzCPU socket:LGA1151TDP (Thermal design power):35 W

Intel Core i3 6100T Review: Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Processors category and whether it is worth buying.

4.2

Overall score

Score
4.2/ 10
✕
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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
Score components

90%

3.8

Technical score

10%

7.7

User score

â–¼Worse than 83% of processors
3.8

Technical score

Technical score
3.8/ 10
✕
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 distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
Score components

60%

2.7

Performance

18%

4.5

Cache & Architecture

10%

5.3

Memory & PCIe

7%

7.9

Power & Thermal

4%

7.4

Platform

1%

6.8

Integrated Graphics

â–¼Worse than 90% of processors
7.7

User score

User score
7.7/ 10
✕
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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 92% of models
Score components

70%

8.4

User ratings

30%

6.1

Number of reviews

Based on 48 buyer reviews from online shops.
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How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
â–¼Worse than 92% of processors
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Technical Specifications of processor Intel Core i3 6100T

Technical score
Technical score
3.8/ 10
✕
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 distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
Score components:

60%

2.7

Performance

18%

4.5

Cache & Architecture

10%

5.3

Memory & PCIe

7%

7.9

Power & Thermal

4%

7.4

Platform

1%

6.8

Integrated Graphics

3.8
User score
User score
7.7/ 10
✕
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 distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 92% of models
Score components

70%

8.4

User ratings

30%

6.1

Number of reviews

Based on 48 buyer reviews from online shops.
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
7.7
Popularity
Popularity
6.1/ 10
✕
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.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 81% of models
Popularity:
Intel Core i3 6100T has a popularity score of 6.1 points, which is higher than that of 81.1% of products in this category.
6.1
Value for money
Value for money
5.9/ 10
✕
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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
Score components:

60%

4.2

Overall score

40%

9.8

Price

5.9
Brand name
Intel
Processor type
desktop
Processor type
desktop
â–² Better than 56% of models
This processor belongs to the desktop processor class, which is more advanced than that of 56% of processors and equal to that of 37.9% of processors.
CPU socket
LGA1151
CPU socket
LGA1151
â–² Better than 61% of models
This processor uses the LGA1151 CPU socket, which is newer than that of 60.7% of processors and equal to that of 9.4% of processors.
Chipset
?
CPU architecture
x86-64
CPU architecture
x86-64
â–² Better than 2% of models
This processor 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
2
N. of physical cores
2
â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
Market range: <2 – >12
This processor has 2 CPU cores, which is fewer than 79.3% of processors and equal to 20.6% of processors.
CPU threads
4
CPU threads
4
â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
Market range: <4 – >24
This processor offers 4 CPU threads, which is fewer than 67.4% of processors and equal to 26.5% of processors.
Threads per core
2
Threads per core
2
â–² Better than 30% of models
Market range: <0 – >2.5
This processor offers 2 threads per core, which is more than 30.3% of processors and equal to 69.7% of processors.
CPU boost clock speed
3.2 GHz
CPU boost clock speed
3.2 GHz
â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
Market range: <3 GHz – >5.5 GHz
This processor reaches a boost clock of 3.2 GHz which is lower than that of 89.5% of processors and equal to that of 2% of processors.
CPU base clock speed
2x 3.2 GHz
CPU base clock speed
2x 3.2 GHz
â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
This processor has a base clock of 2x3.2 GHz which is lower than that of 80.7% of processors and equal to that of 0.5% of processors.
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Semiconductor size
14 nm
Semiconductor size
14 nm
â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
Market range: <4 nm – >24 nm
This processor uses a 14 nm process node, which is older than that of 50.6% of processors and equal to that of 33.9% of processors.
Foundry
Intel 14 nm
Foundry
Intel 14 nm
â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
This processor 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
3 MB
L3 cache
3 MB
â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
Market range: <2 MB – >32 MB
This processor 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
0.5 MB
L2 cache
0.5 MB
â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
Market range: <1 MB – >16 MB
This processor has an L2 cache of 0.5 MB which is smaller than that of 84.7% of processors and equal to that of 15.3% of processors.
L1 cache
128 KB
L1 cache
128 KB
â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
Market range: <128 KB – >1.2k KB
This processor has an L1 cache of 128 KB which is smaller than that of 83.2% of processors and equal to that of 14.8% of processors.
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DDR memory version
DDR3L/DDR4
DDR memory version
DDR3L/DDR4
â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
This processor 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
2,133 MHz
Maximum memory speed
2,133 MHz
â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
Market range: <1.5k MHz – >6.5k MHz
This processor supports memory speeds up to 2,133 MHz, which is lower than that of 75.5% of processors and equal to 8.9% of processors.
Max memory speed (JEDEC)
DDR4-2133 MHz
Max memory speed (JEDEC)
DDR4-2133 MHz
â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
This processor supports JEDEC memory speeds up to DDR4-2133 MHz, which is lower than that of 78% of processors and equal to 5.8% of processors.
Max memory speed (XMP / EXPO)
?
Maximum memory capacity
64 GB
Maximum memory capacity
64 GB
â–¼ Worse than 44% of models
Market range: <32 GB – >256 GB
This processor supports up to 64 GB of memory, which is more than 28.4% of processors and equal to 27.5% of processors.
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Integrated graphics
yes
Integrated graphics
yes
â–² Better than 12% of models
This processor includes integrated graphics. 12.4% of processors include integrated graphics.
Integrated GPU model
Intel HD Graphics 530
Integrated GPU model
Intel HD Graphics 530
â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
This processor uses the Intel HD Graphics 530 integrated GPU, which is less advanced than that in 78.4% of processors and equal to that in 2.3% of processors.
Integrated GPU execution units
24
Integrated GPU execution units
24
â–² Better than 49% of models
Market range: <6 – >64
This processor has 24 GPU execution units, which is more than 49.3% of processors and equal to 21.5% of processors.
Integrated GPU base frequency
350 MHz
Integrated GPU base frequency
350 MHz
â–² Better than 42% of models
Market range: <300 MHz – >800 MHz
This processor has an integrated GPU clock of 350 MHz which is higher than that of 42.3% of processors and equal to that of 26.1% of processors.
Integrated media encoders/decoders
H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode), VP8 (HW decode/encode), MPEG-2 (HW decode), VC-1 (HW dec
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TDP (Thermal design power)
35 W
TDP (Thermal design power)
35 W
â–² Better than 52% of models
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This processor has a TDP of 35 W which is lower than that of 51.9% of processors and equal to that of 14.8% of processors.
Base power (PL1)
35 W
Base power (PL1)
35 W
â–² Better than 52% of models
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This processor has a base power of 35 W which is lower than that of 52% of processors and equal to that of 15% of processors.
Boost power (PL2)
35 W
Boost power (PL2)
35 W
â–² Better than 74% of models
Market range: <25 W – >150 W
This processor has a boost power of 35 W which is lower than that of 74% of processors and equal to that of 5.4% of processors.
Tau (power duration limit)
N/A
Configurable TDP
no
Configurable TDP
no
â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
This processor does not support configurable TDP. 52.8% of processors support configurable TDP.
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Intel Core i3 6100T vs the average processor

246810TotalPlatformPerformanceCache & ArchitectureMemory & PCIeIntegrated GraphicsPower & Thermal
  • Includes stock cooler
    Cooler included
    yes
    â–² Better than 74% of models
    This processor includes a stock cooler, the average processor does not. 25.9% of processors include a stock cooler.
  • 42.9% smaller die size
    Die size
    101 mm²
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    Market range: <99 mm² – >257 mm²
    This processor has a lower die size than the average processor (101 mm² vs 177 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 177 mm².
    101 mm² vs 177 mm²
  • Supports ECC memory
    ECC memory support
    yes
    â–² Better than 68% of models
    This processor supports ECC memory, the average processor does not. 32.5% of processors support ECC memory.
  • 64.7% faster Blender rendering
    Blender (bmw27) benchmark result
    638.36
    â–² Better than 67% of models
    Market range: <97 – >1.3k
    This processor has a lower Blender BMW27 render time than the average processor (638.4 vs 387.66). The average processor needs 387.66 for the Blender BMW27 test.
    638.36 vs 387.66
  • 41.7% lower boost power
    Boost power (PL2)
    35 W
    â–² Better than 74% of models
    Market range: <25 W – >150 W
    This processor has a lower boost power draw than the average processor (35 W vs 60 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 60 W.
    35 W vs 60 W
  • 6.1x more popular
    Intel Core i3 6100T is more popular than the average processor (6.1 vs 1).
    6.1 vs 1
  • Modern CPU socket
    CPU socket
    LGA1151
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    This processor uses a more modern CPU socket than the average processor (LGA1151 vs FP4).
    LGA1151 vs FP4
  • Advanced security extensions
    Security extensions
    AES-NI, NX bit, Secure Key, SGX, MPX, OS Guard, Boot Guard
    â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
    This processor provides more advanced security extensions than the average processor (AES-NI, NX bit, Secure Key, SGX, MPX, OS Guard, Boot Guard vs AES-NI, NX bit, Secure Processor).
    AES-NI, NX bit, Secure Key, SGX, MPX, OS Guard, Boot Guard vs AES-NI, NX bit, Secure Processor
  • 6.1x more popular
    Intel Core i3 6100T is more popular than the average processor (6.1 vs 1).
    6.1 vs 1
  • Modern CPU socket
    CPU socket
    LGA1151
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    This processor uses a more modern CPU socket than the average processor (LGA1151 vs FP4).
    LGA1151 vs FP4
  • Advanced security extensions
    Security extensions
    AES-NI, NX bit, Secure Key, SGX, MPX, OS Guard, Boot Guard
    â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
    This processor provides more advanced security extensions than the average processor (AES-NI, NX bit, Secure Key, SGX, MPX, OS Guard, Boot Guard vs AES-NI, NX bit, Secure Processor).
    AES-NI, NX bit, Secure Key, SGX, MPX, OS Guard, Boot Guard vs AES-NI, NX bit, Secure Processor
  • 64.7% faster Blender rendering
    Blender (bmw27) benchmark result
    638.36
    â–² Better than 67% of models
    Market range: <97 – >1.3k
    This processor has a lower Blender BMW27 render time than the average processor (638.4 vs 387.66). The average processor needs 387.66 for the Blender BMW27 test.
    638.36 vs 387.66
  • 42.9% smaller die size
    Die size
    101 mm²
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    Market range: <99 mm² – >257 mm²
    This processor has a lower die size than the average processor (101 mm² vs 177 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 177 mm².
    101 mm² vs 177 mm²
  • Supports ECC memory
    ECC memory support
    yes
    â–² Better than 68% of models
    This processor supports ECC memory, the average processor does not. 32.5% of processors support ECC memory.
  • Includes stock cooler
    Cooler included
    yes
    â–² Better than 74% of models
    This processor includes a stock cooler, the average processor does not. 25.9% of processors include a stock cooler.
  • 41.7% lower boost power
    Boost power (PL2)
    35 W
    â–² Better than 74% of models
    Market range: <25 W – >150 W
    This processor has a lower boost power draw than the average processor (35 W vs 60 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 60 W.
    35 W vs 60 W
  • 22.2% lower base power
    Base power (PL1)
    35 W
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    Market range: <15 W – >90 W
    This processor has a lower base power draw than the average processor (35 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
    35 W vs 45 W
  • 4 fewer CPU cores
    N. of physical cores
    2
    â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
    Market range: <2 – >12
    This processor has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (2 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
    2 vs 6
  • 78.2% lower multi-core score
    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    1,054
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <763 – >14k
    This processor has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (1,054 vs 4,829). The average processor scores 4,829 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
    1,054 vs 4,829
  • 65.7% lower PassMark score
    PassMark benchmark result
    3,630
    â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
    Market range: <2.5k – >32.5k
    This processor has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (3,630 vs 10,572.5). The average processor scores 10,572.5 in PassMark benchmark.
    3,630 vs 10,572.5
  • 25.6% lower boost clock
    CPU boost clock speed
    3.2 GHz
    â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
    Market range: <3 GHz – >5.5 GHz
    This processor has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.2 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
    3.2 GHz vs 4.3 GHz
  • 62.2% weaker multi-core performance
    Cinebench R20 multi-core benchmark score
    1,055
    â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
    Market range: <702 – >10.8k
    This processor has a lower multi-core performance than the average processor (1,055 vs 2,791). The average processor scores 2,791 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.
    1,055 vs 2,791
  • 25.9% weaker single-core performance
    PassMark single-core benchmark score
    1,852
    â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
    Market range: <1.4k – >4k
    This processor has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (1,852 vs 2,500). The average processor scores 2,500 in PassMark single-core.
    1,852 vs 2,500
  • 28.3% lower single-core score
    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    1,054
    â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
    Market range: <561 – >2.7k
    This processor has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,054 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
    1,054 vs 1,471
  • No configurable TDP
    Configurable TDP
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    This processor does not support configurable TDP, the average processor does. 52.8% of processors support configurable TDP.
  • 10.9% worse value for money
    Intel Core i3 6100T has worse value for money than the average processor (5.92 vs 6.6).
    5.92 vs 6.56
  • 3.4% lower user score
    User score
    7.7/ 10
    ✕
    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 distribution
    ▼▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Intel Core i3 6100T
    the average processor
    Intel Core i3 6100T has a lower user score than the average processor (7.73 vs 8.000).
    7.73 vs 8
  • Narrower instruction support
    Instruction sets
    MMX, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, CLMUL
    â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
    This processor supports a narrower instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, CLMUL vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).
    MMX, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, CLMUL vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA
  • 5 years older release date
    Release date
    2015
    â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This processor has an older release date than the average processor (2015 vs 2020).
    September 2015
    2015 vs 2020
  • No crypto acceleration
    Cryptographic acceleration
    AES
    â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
    This processor does not include crypto acceleration, the average processor does. 0.00% of processors include crypto acceleration.
    AES vs AES, SHA
  • 4 fewer CPU cores
    N. of physical cores
    2
    â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
    Market range: <2 – >12
    This processor has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (2 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
    2 vs 6
  • 78.2% lower multi-core score
    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    1,054
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <763 – >14k
    This processor has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (1,054 vs 4,829). The average processor scores 4,829 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
    1,054 vs 4,829
  • 65.7% lower PassMark score
    PassMark benchmark result
    3,630
    â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
    Market range: <2.5k – >32.5k
    This processor has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (3,630 vs 10,572.5). The average processor scores 10,572.5 in PassMark benchmark.
    3,630 vs 10,572.5
  • 25.6% lower boost clock
    CPU boost clock speed
    3.2 GHz
    â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
    Market range: <3 GHz – >5.5 GHz
    This processor has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.2 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
    3.2 GHz vs 4.3 GHz
  • 62.2% weaker multi-core performance
    Cinebench R20 multi-core benchmark score
    1,055
    â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
    Market range: <702 – >10.8k
    This processor has a lower multi-core performance than the average processor (1,055 vs 2,791). The average processor scores 2,791 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.
    1,055 vs 2,791
  • 25.9% weaker single-core performance
    PassMark single-core benchmark score
    1,852
    â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
    Market range: <1.4k – >4k
    This processor has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (1,852 vs 2,500). The average processor scores 2,500 in PassMark single-core.
    1,852 vs 2,500
  • 28.3% lower single-core score
    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    1,054
    â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
    Market range: <561 – >2.7k
    This processor has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,054 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
    1,054 vs 1,471
  • 4 fewer CPU threads
    CPU threads
    4
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    Market range: <4 – >24
    This processor has fewer CPU threads than the average processor (4 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
    4 vs 8
  • Lower base clock
    CPU base clock speed
    2 x 3.2 GHz
    â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
    This processor has a lower base clock than the average processor (2x3.2 GHz vs 4x3.3 GHz).
    2x3.2 GHz vs 4x3.3 GHz
  • No Turbo Boost
    Turbo Boost version
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
    This processor does not support Turbo Boost, the average processor does. 88.6% of processors support Turbo Boost.
  • 80% smaller L2 cache
    L2 cache
    0.5 MB
    â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
    Market range: <1 MB – >16 MB
    This processor 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
    Semiconductor size
    14 nm
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    Market range: <4 nm – >24 nm
    This processor 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
  • 50% less L2 per core
    L2 per core
    0.25 MB/core
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    Market range: <0.25 MB/core – >2 MB/core
    This processor 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.
    0.25 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core
  • 66.7% smaller L1 cache
    L1 cache
    128 KB
    â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
    Market range: <128 KB – >1.2k KB
    This processor has a lower L1 cache than the average processor (128 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.
    128 KB vs 384 KB
  • 62.5% smaller L3 cache
    L3 cache
    3 MB
    â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
    Market range: <2 MB – >32 MB
    This processor has a lower L3 cache than the average processor (3 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.
    3 MB vs 8 MB
  • 12.5% less L3 per core
    L3 per core
    1.5 MB/core
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    Market range: <1 MB/core – >3 MB/core
    This processor has less L3 cache per core than the average processor (1.5 MB/core vs 1.7 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
    1.5 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core
  • 71.7% fewer transistors
    N. of transistors
    1.4 billion
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <1.303 billion – >25 billion
    This processor has fewer transistors than the average processor (1.4 billion vs 4.95 billion). The average processor has 4.95 billion transistors.
    1.4 billion vs 4.95 billion
  • Less advanced microarchitecture
    Microarchitecture codename
    Skylake
    â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
    This processor uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Skylake vs Kaby Lake).
    Skylake vs Kaby Lake
  • 25.5% lower memory bandwidth
    Maximum memory bandwidth
    34.1 GB/s
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <25 GB/s – >100 GB/s
    This processor 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.
    34.1 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s
  • 27.3% lower memory speed
    Maximum memory speed
    2,133 MHz
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <1.5k MHz – >6.5k MHz
    This processor has a lower maximum memory speed than the average processor (2133 MHz vs 2933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2933 MHz.
    2,133 MHz vs 2,933 MHz
  • Lower JEDEC memory speed
    Max memory speed (JEDEC)
    DDR4-2133 MHz
    â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
    This processor has a lower JEDEC memory speed than the average processor (DDR4-2133 MHz vs DDR4-3200 MHz). The average processor supports JEDEC memory speed of DDR4-3200 MHz.
    DDR4-2,133 MHz vs DDR4-3,200 MHz
  • Older DDR support
    DDR memory version
    DDR3L/DDR4
    â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
    This processor supports an older DDR generation than the average processor (DDR3L/DDR4 vs DDR4).
    DDR3L/DDR4 vs DDR4
  • Narrower media codec support
    Integrated media encoders/decoders
    H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode), VP8 (HW decode/encode), MPEG-2 (HW decode), VC-1 (HW dec
    Category Benchmark
    This processor supports fewer media codecs than the average processor (H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode), VP8 (HW decode/encode), MPEG-2 (HW decode), VC-1 (HW dec vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)).
    H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode), VP8 (HW decode/encode), MPEG-2 (HW decode), VC-1 (HW dec vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)
  • Inferior integrated GPU
    Integrated GPU model
    Intel HD Graphics 530
    â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
    This processor uses an inferior integrated GPU to the average processor (Intel HD Graphics 530 vs Intel UHD Graphics 630).
    Intel HD Graphics 530 vs Intel UHD Graphics 630
  • No configurable TDP
    Configurable TDP
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    This processor does not support configurable TDP, the average processor does. 52.8% of processors support configurable TDP.

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What we like about Intel Core i3 6100T

  • Exceptional power efficiency with a low 35W TDP, making it ideal for 24/7 systems like NAS or file servers
  • Runs very cool and quiet, often performing well even with stock or low-profile cooling fans
  • Strong single-core performance for its generation, handling daily office tasks and web browsing smoothly
  • Includes support for DDR4 ECC memory, which is rare for entry-level consumer chips and beneficial for data integrity
  • Great value for budget-conscious builders looking for a reliable, low-power desktop or small form factor (SFF) PC

What we don't like about Intel Core i3 6100T

  • Limited to 2 physical cores and 4 threads, which can become a bottleneck in modern multi-threaded applications or gaming
  • Lacks Intel Turbo Boost technology, meaning it cannot dynamically increase its 3.2GHz clock speed under heavy load
  • Integrated HD 530 graphics are basic and struggle with demanding modern games or high-resolution video editing
  • The 'T' series suffix indicates it is a locked processor, preventing any traditional overclocking for extra performance
  • Now considered outdated for high-end tasks, with newer generations offering significantly better Quicksync and codec support (like H.265/HEVC)

Verdict

The Intel Core i3-6100T is a dual-core, four-thread 6th Generation 'Skylake' desktop processor designed for the LGA 1151 socket with a base clock speed of 3.20 GHz. Key characteristics include its highly efficient 35W Thermal Design Power (TDP), 3 MB of Intel Smart Cache, and integrated Intel HD Graphics 530, which supports 4K resolution at 60Hz via DisplayPort. Notable pros include its low power consumption, support for both DDR4 (up to 2133 MHz) and DDR3L memory, and the rare inclusion of ECC memory support for a consumer-grade i3. Main cons are its lack of Intel Turbo Boost technology, a locked multiplier that prevents overclocking, and performance that is limited for modern gaming or heavy multitasking compared to newer quad-core alternatives.

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