Core i3-6100H vs Core i7-860

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 i3-6100H is positioned at rank 955 and the Core i7-860 is on rank 986, so the Core i3-6100H 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 i3-6100H

#943

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1817%

#944

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1790%

#945

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1643%

#946

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1636%

#947

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1621%

#949

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1565%

#950

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1501%

#951

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1498%

#952

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1458%

#955

Core i3-6100H

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#956

Core i7-4810MQ

MSRP: $378|Avg: $378

100%

#959

Celeron Dual-Core T3500

MSRP: $80|Avg: $15

99%

#960

Celeron 4305UE

MSRP: $107|Avg: $107

98%

#963

Core i7-10510U

MSRP: $409|Avg: N/A

97%

#968

Core i7-4710MQ

MSRP: $378|Avg: $378

95%

#970

Celeron T3100

MSRP: $62|Avg: $62

94%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i7-860

#1

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

29407%

#2

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

27787%

#3

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

20175%

#4

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

6078%

#5

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

4814%

#6

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

4212%

#7

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

2412%

#8

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

2381%

#9

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

2168%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

2168%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

2143%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

2085%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

2056%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

2048%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

2029%

#304

Core i7-6950X

MSRP: $1723|Avg: $180

96%

#986

Core i7-860

MSRP: $284|Avg: $30

100%

#987

Core i7-870

MSRP: $300|Avg: $80

100%

#988

Athlon 64 X2 5000+

MSRP: $136|Avg: $42

99%

#989

Core i3-6102E

MSRP: $225|Avg: $35

98%

#990

Pentium Dual-Core E2160

MSRP: $84|Avg: $5

98%

#991

Pentium Dual-Core E2210

MSRP: $98|Avg: $15

97%

#992

Core 2 Duo E7500

MSRP: $113|Avg: $10

97%

#993

Core 2 Quad Q9505

MSRP: $213|Avg: $150

96%

#996

Core i7-930

MSRP: $294|Avg: $20

96%

#997

Core i7-920

MSRP: $284|Avg: $79

95%

#998

Core i7-4960X

MSRP: $990|Avg: $136

95%

#999

Pentium Dual-Core E2200

MSRP: $100|Avg: $25

93%

#1001

Core 2 Duo E4400

MSRP: $113|Avg: $20

91%

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 i3-6100H (2015) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR3, DDR4, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i3-6100H	Core i7-860
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($30)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Skylake (2015−2016) / 14 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Lynnfield (2009−2010) / 45 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i7-860 (2009) relies on 45 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i3-6100H	Core i7-860
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($30)

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 i3-6100H Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i3-6100H and Core i7-860

Core i3-6100H

The Core i3-6100H 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 2.7 GHz, with boost up to 2.7 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1440. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 3,003 points. Launch price was $225.

Core i7-860

The Core i7-860 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 8 September 2009 (16 years ago). It is based on the Lynnfield (2009−2010) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 3.46 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1156. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 3,011 points. Launch price was $229.

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Processing Power

The Core i3-6100H packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the Core i7-860 offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the Core i7-860 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.7 GHz on the Core i3-6100H versus 3.46 GHz on the Core i7-860 — a 24.7% clock advantage for the Core i7-860 (base: 2.7 GHz vs 2.8 GHz). The Core i3-6100H uses the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i7-860 uses Lynnfield (2009−2010) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-6100H scores 3,003 against the Core i7-860's 3,011 — a 0.3% lead for the Core i7-860. L3 cache: 3 MB on the Core i3-6100H vs 8 MB (total) on the Core i7-860.

Feature	Core i3-6100H	Core i7-860
Cores / Threads	2 / 4	4 / 8+100%
Boost Clock	2.7 GHz	3.46 GHz+28%
Base Clock	2.7 GHz	2.8 GHz+4%
L3 Cache	3 MB	8 MB (total)+167%
L2 Cache	512 kB+100%	256 kB (per core)
Process	14 nm-69%	45 nm
Architecture	Skylake (2015−2016)	Lynnfield (2009−2010)
PassMark	3,003	3,011

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Memory & Platform

The Core i3-6100H uses the BGA1440 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i7-860 uses LGA1156 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.