CPU
GPU
Core i3-6100E
Core i5-6267U
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 Core i3-6100E is positioned at rank 902 and the Core i5-6267U is on rank 534, so the Core i5-6267U offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-6100E
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-6267U
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i3-6100E | Core i5-6267U |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($50) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Skylake (2015−2016) / 14 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Skylake (2015−2016) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i3-6100E | Core i5-6267U |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($50) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
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.
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Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Core i3-6100E and Core i5-6267U
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.
Core i5-6267U
The Core i5-6267U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.9 GHz, with boost up to 3.3 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1356. Thermal design power (TDP): 28 Watt. Memory support: DDR3, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 3,360 points. Launch price was $304.
Processing Power
Both the Core i3-6100E and Core i5-6267U share an identical 2-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.7 GHz on the Core i3-6100E versus 3.3 GHz on the Core i5-6267U — a 20% clock advantage for the Core i5-6267U. Both are built on the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture using a 14 nm process. In PassMark, the Core i3-6100E scores 3,315 against the Core i5-6267U's 3,360 — a 1.3% lead for the Core i5-6267U. L3 cache: 3 MB on the Core i3-6100E vs 4 MB on the Core i5-6267U.
| Feature | Core i3-6100E | Core i5-6267U |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 2.7 GHz | 3.3 GHz+22% |
| Base Clock | — | 2.9 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB | 4 MB+33% |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB | 512 kB |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Skylake (2015−2016) | Skylake (2015−2016) |
| PassMark | 3,315 | 3,360+1% |
Memory & Platform
Maximum memory speed reaches 2133 on the Core i3-6100E versus DDR4-2133 on the Core i5-6267U — the Core i3-6100E supports 199.3% 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. PCIe lanes: 16 (Core i3-6100E) vs 12 (Core i5-6267U) — the Core i3-6100E offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | Core i3-6100E | Core i5-6267U |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | — | BGA1356 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 2133+53225% | DDR4-2133 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 | 32 GB+52428700% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16+33% | 12 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization support: true (Core i3-6100E) vs VT-x, VT-d (Core i5-6267U). Both include integrated graphics — Intel HD Graphics 530 (Core i3-6100E) and Iris Graphics 550 (Core i5-6267U) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-6267U targets Mobile.
| Feature | Core i3-6100E | Core i5-6267U |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics 530 | Iris Graphics 550 |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | true | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | — | Mobile |
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