Core i3-6100E vs Core i5-L16G7

CPU

GPU

Core i3-6100E

2 Cores4 Thrd35 WWMax: 2.7 GHz2015

Core i5-L16G7

5 Cores5 Thrd7 WWMax: 3 GHz2020

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i3-6100E

2 / 4

3,315

+1.1%

3,280

0.0%

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-L16G7 is on rank 1040, so the Core i3-6100E offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Core i3-6100E

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

21162%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

19996%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

14519%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

4374%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

3465%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

3031%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

1736%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

1713%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

1560%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

1560%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

1542%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

1501%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

1480%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

1474%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

1460%

#902

Core i3-6100E

MSRP: $225|Avg: $50

100%

#903

Core i3-4330TE

MSRP: $138|Avg: $15

99%

#904

Pentium E5700

MSRP: $75|Avg: $15

99%

#906

Athlon II X3 420e

MSRP: $107|Avg: $15

99%

#908

Celeron E1500

MSRP: $53|Avg: $5

98%

#909

Pentium G6950

MSRP: $87|Avg: $25

98%

#910

Pentium J4205

MSRP: $161|Avg: $161

98%

#911

Core i3-2120

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

97%

#912

Pentium E6600

MSRP: $84|Avg: $50

96%

#913

Pentium E5500

MSRP: $75|Avg: $25

96%

#914

Pentium G3460

MSRP: $149|Avg: $25

96%

#915

Pentium E6700

MSRP: $86|Avg: $5

96%

#916

Phenom II X4 820

MSRP: $150|Avg: $50

96%

#917

Core i7-3930K

MSRP: $583|Avg: $150

96%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i5-L16G7

#1028

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

2514%

#1029

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

2477%

#1030

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

2274%

#1031

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

2264%

#1032

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

2243%

#1034

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

2166%

#1035

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

2077%

#1036

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

2074%

#1037

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

2018%

#1040

Core i5-L16G7

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#1042

Core i7-3612QE

MSRP: $426|Avg: $50

99%

#1043

A10-7300

MSRP: $150|Avg: $50

99%

#1044

Pentium Dual Core T4200

MSRP: $100|Avg: $10

98%

#1045

A6 Micro-6500T

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

98%

#1046

Pentium N3520

MSRP: $100|Avg: $10

98%

#1047

E2-3800

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

97%

#1048

Athlon X2 QL-66

MSRP: $150|Avg: $5

97%

#1049

Athlon II Neo K145

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

97%

#1050

Celeron P4600

MSRP: $86|Avg: $15

96%

#1051

Core 2 Duo U7500

MSRP: $100|Avg: $10

96%

#1052

Pentium 987

MSRP: $134|Avg: $20

95%

#1053

Core i7-4910MQ

MSRP: $570|Avg: $570

95%

#1054

Pentium T4400

MSRP: $107|Avg: $5

94%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Core i5-L16G7 (2020) utilizes 10 nm technology and LPDDR4X-4267, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i3-6100E	Core i5-L16G7
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($50)	✅ More affordable ($0)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Skylake (2015−2016) / 14 nm)	✨ Modern (Lakefield (2020) / 10 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i3-6100E (2015) relies on 14 nm technology and LPDDR3-1866, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i3-6100E	Core i5-L16G7
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($50)	✅ More affordable ($0)

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

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.

Core i3-6100E Benchmark Check

Core i5-L16G7 Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

No prediction data available

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i3-6100E and Core i5-L16G7

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-L16G7

The Core i5-L16G7 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in Junho 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Lakefield (2020) architecture. It features 5 cores and 5 threads. Base frequency is 1.4 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: FC-CSP1016. Thermal design power (TDP): 7 Watt. Memory support: LPDDR4X-4267. Passmark benchmark score: 3,280 points. Launch price was $281.

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Processing Power

The Core i3-6100E packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the Core i5-L16G7 offers 5 cores / 5 threads — the Core i5-L16G7 has 3 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.7 GHz on the Core i3-6100E versus 3 GHz on the Core i5-L16G7 — a 10.5% clock advantage for the Core i5-L16G7. The Core i3-6100E uses the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i5-L16G7 uses Lakefield (2020) (10 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-6100E scores 3,315 against the Core i5-L16G7's 3,280 — a 1.1% lead for the Core i3-6100E. L3 cache: 3 MB on the Core i3-6100E vs 4 MB (total) on the Core i5-L16G7.

Feature	Core i3-6100E	Core i5-L16G7
Cores / Threads	2 / 4	5 / 5+150%
Boost Clock	2.7 GHz	3 GHz+11%
Base Clock	—	1.4 GHz
L3 Cache	3 MB	4 MB (total)+33%
L2 Cache	512 kB	512 kB
Process	14 nm	10 nm-29%
Architecture	Skylake (2015−2016)	Lakefield (2020)
PassMark	3,315+1%	3,280

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Memory & Platform

Maximum memory speed reaches 2133 on the Core i3-6100E versus LPDDR4x-4267 on the Core i5-L16G7 — 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 8 GB — 155.6% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (Core i3-6100E) vs 9 (Core i5-L16G7) — the Core i3-6100E offers 7 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.

Feature	Core i3-6100E	Core i5-L16G7
Socket	—	FC-CSP1016
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed	2133+53225%	LPDDR4x-4267
Max RAM Capacity	64	8 GB+13107100%
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	✅	❌
PCIe Lanes	16+78%	9

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Advanced Features

Virtualization support: true (Core i3-6100E) vs VT-x, VT-d (Core i5-L16G7). Both include integrated graphics — Intel HD Graphics 530 (Core i3-6100E) and UHD Graphics (Core i5-L16G7) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-L16G7 targets Mobile.