CPU
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Core i3-6100E
Core i7-6560U
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 i7-6560U is on rank 378, so the Core i7-6560U 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 i7-6560U
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i3-6100E | Core i7-6560U |
|---|---|---|
| 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 i7-6560U |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Core i3-6100E and Core i7-6560U
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 i7-6560U
The Core i7-6560U 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 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1356. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR3, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 3,347 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
Both the Core i3-6100E and Core i7-6560U share an identical 2-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.7 GHz on the Core i3-6100E versus 3.2 GHz on the Core i7-6560U — a 16.9% clock advantage for the Core i7-6560U. 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 i7-6560U's 3,347 — a 1% lead for the Core i7-6560U. L3 cache: 3 MB on the Core i3-6100E vs 4 MB on the Core i7-6560U.
| Feature | Core i3-6100E | Core i7-6560U |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 2.7 GHz | 3.2 GHz+19% |
| Base Clock | — | 2.2 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 | 3,347 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: true (Core i3-6100E) / not specified (Core i7-6560U). The Core i3-6100E includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics 530), while the Core i7-6560U requires a dedicated GPU.
| Feature | Core i3-6100E | Core i7-6560U |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | — |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics 530 | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | true | — |
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