A10 PRO-7800B vs Core i3-6100E
A10 PRO-7800B
Core i3-6100E
Performance Spectrum - CPU
About PassMark
PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The A10 PRO-7800B is positioned at rank 320 and the Core i3-6100E is on rank 902, so the A10 PRO-7800B offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar A10 PRO-7800B
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-6100E
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | A10 PRO-7800B | Core i3-6100E |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($50) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Kaveri (2014−2015) / 28 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Skylake (2015−2016) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | A10 PRO-7800B | Core i3-6100E |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($50) |
Performance Check
To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.
Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of A10 PRO-7800B and Core i3-6100E
A10 PRO-7800B
The A10 PRO-7800B is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 31 July 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Kaveri (2014−2015) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L2 cache: 4096 kB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: FM2+. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-2133. Passmark benchmark score: 3,317 points. Launch price was $69.
Core i3-6100E
The Core i3-6100E is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 12 October 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Max frequency: 2.7 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: LPDDR3-1866. Passmark benchmark score: 3,315 points. Launch price was $225.
Processing Power
The A10 PRO-7800B packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Core i3-6100E offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the A10 PRO-7800B has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.9 GHz on the A10 PRO-7800B versus 2.7 GHz on the Core i3-6100E — a 36.4% clock advantage for the A10 PRO-7800B. The A10 PRO-7800B uses the Kaveri (2014−2015) architecture (28 nm), while the Core i3-6100E uses Skylake (2015−2016) (14 nm). In PassMark, the A10 PRO-7800B scores 3,317 against the Core i3-6100E's 3,315 — a 0.1% lead for the A10 PRO-7800B.
| Feature | A10 PRO-7800B | Core i3-6100E |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4+100% | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.9 GHz+44% | 2.7 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.5 GHz | — |
| L3 Cache | — | 3 MB |
| L2 Cache | 4096 kB+700% | 512 kB |
| Process | 28 nm | 14 nm-50% |
| Architecture | Kaveri (2014−2015) | Skylake (2015−2016) |
| PassMark | 3,317 | 3,315 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 446 | — |
Memory & Platform
Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-2133 on the A10 PRO-7800B versus 2133 on the Core i3-6100E — the Core i3-6100E supports 199.4% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i3-6100E supports up to 64 of RAM compared to 32 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: A55,A58,A68H,A75,A78,A88X (A10 PRO-7800B) and Intel 100 Series,Intel C230 Series (Core i3-6100E).
| Feature | A10 PRO-7800B | Core i3-6100E |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FM2+ | — |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-2133 | 2133+71000% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB+52428700% | 64 |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization support: AMD-V (A10 PRO-7800B) vs true (Core i3-6100E). Both include integrated graphics — Radeon R7 (A10 PRO-7800B) and Intel HD Graphics 530 (Core i3-6100E) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: A10 PRO-7800B targets Business Desktop. Direct competitor: A10 PRO-7800B rivals Core i3-4160.
| Feature | A10 PRO-7800B | Core i3-6100E |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Radeon R7 | Intel HD Graphics 530 |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | true |
| Target Use | Business Desktop | — |
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