Core i3-6100T vs Xeon W3580
Core i3-6100T
Xeon W3580
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 i3-6100T is positioned at rank 581 and the Xeon W3580 is on rank 797, so the Core i3-6100T offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-6100T
Performance Per Dollar Xeon W3580
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i3-6100T | Xeon W3580 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($20) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($30) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Skylake (2015−2016) / 14 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Bloomfield (2008−2010) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i3-6100T | Xeon W3580 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+50%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($20) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($30) |
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 i3-6100T and Xeon W3580
Core i3-6100T
The Core i3-6100T 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 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-1866/2133, DDR3L-1333/1600. Passmark benchmark score: 3,641 points. Launch price was $117.
Xeon W3580
The Xeon W3580 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 9 August 2009 (16 years ago). It is based on the Bloomfield (2008−2010) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.33 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1366. Thermal design power (TDP): 130 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 3,638 points. Launch price was $215.
Processing Power
The Core i3-6100T packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the Xeon W3580 offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the Xeon W3580 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.2 GHz on the Core i3-6100T versus 3.6 GHz on the Xeon W3580 — a 11.8% clock advantage for the Xeon W3580 (base: 3.2 GHz vs 3.33 GHz). The Core i3-6100T uses the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture (14 nm), while the Xeon W3580 uses Bloomfield (2008−2010) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-6100T scores 3,641 against the Xeon W3580's 3,638 — a 0.1% lead for the Core i3-6100T. L3 cache: 3 MB on the Core i3-6100T vs 8 MB (total) on the Xeon W3580.
| Feature | Core i3-6100T | Xeon W3580 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 4 / 8+100% |
| Boost Clock | 3.2 GHz | 3.6 GHz+12% |
| Base Clock | 3.2 GHz | 3.33 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) | Bloomfield (2008−2010) |
| PassMark | 3,641 | 3,638 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 2,500 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,041 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 2,071 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core i3-6100T uses the LGA1151 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon W3580 uses LGA1366 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i3-6100T | Xeon W3580 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1151 | LGA1366 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2133 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | — |
| ECC Support | ✅ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d (Core i3-6100T) / not specified (Xeon W3580). The Core i3-6100T includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 530), while the Xeon W3580 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-6100T targets Budget.
| Feature | Core i3-6100T | Xeon W3580 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | — |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics 530 | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | — |
| Target Use | Budget | — |
Value Analysis
The Core i3-6100T launched at $117 MSRP, while the Xeon W3580 debuted at $294. At current prices ($20 vs $30), the Core i3-6100T is $10 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i3-6100T delivers 182.1 pts/$ vs 121.3 pts/$ for the Xeon W3580 — making the Core i3-6100T the 40.1% better value option.
| Feature | Core i3-6100T | Xeon W3580 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $117-60% | $294 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $20-33% | $30 |
| Performance per Dollar | 182.1+50% | 121.3 |
| Release Date | 2015 | 2009 |
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