Core i3-6100U vs 3015e

CPU

GPU

Core i3-6100U

2 Cores4 Thrd512 WWMax: 2.3 GHz2015

3015e

2 Cores4 Thrd1 WWMax: 2.3 GHz2020

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i3-6100U

2 / 4

2,631

+0.5%

2,618

0.0%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

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 i3-6100U is positioned at rank 772 and the 3015e is on rank 416, so the 3015e 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 i3-6100U

#760

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1115%

#761

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1099%

#762

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1009%

#763

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1004%

#764

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

995%

#766

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

961%

#767

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

921%

#768

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

920%

#769

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

895%

#772

Core i3-6100U

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#773

Core i7-9750HF

MSRP: $395|Avg: $395

100%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar 3015e

#125

Core i7-13700H

MSRP: $502|Avg: N/A

99%

#404

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

560%

#405

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

552%

#406

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

507%

#407

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

505%

#408

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

500%

#410

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

483%

#411

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

463%

#412

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

462%

#413

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

450%

#416

3015e

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#421

Core i5-9400H

MSRP: $182|Avg: N/A

99%

#426

Celeron 2981U

MSRP: $137|Avg: N/A

99%

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 3015e (2020) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR4, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i3-6100U	3015e
Gaming	Balanced gaming performance	Balanced gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Skylake (2015−2016) / 14 nm)	✨ Modern (Pollock (Zen) (2020) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i3-6100U (2015) relies on 14 nm technology and DDR3, DDR4, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i3-6100U	3015e
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing

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 i3-6100U Benchmark Check

3015e Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i3-6100U and 3015e

Core i3-6100U

The Core i3-6100U 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 2.3 GHz, with boost up to 2.3 GHz. L3 cache: 3 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: 2,631 points. Launch price was $281.

3015e

The 3015e is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Pollock (Zen) (2020) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.2 GHz, with boost up to 2.3 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FT5. Thermal design power (TDP): 1 MB + 4 MB. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 2,618 points. Launch price was $50.

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Processing Power

Both the Core i3-6100U and 3015e share an identical 2-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.3 GHz on the Core i3-6100U versus 2.3 GHz on the 3015e — identical boost frequencies (base: 2.3 GHz vs 1.2 GHz). The Core i3-6100U uses the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture (14 nm), while the 3015e uses Pollock (Zen) (2020) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-6100U scores 2,631 against the 3015e's 2,618 — a 0.5% lead for the Core i3-6100U. L3 cache: 3 MB on the Core i3-6100U vs 4 MB on the 3015e.

Feature	Core i3-6100U	3015e
Cores / Threads	2 / 4	2 / 4
Boost Clock	2.3 GHz	2.3 GHz
Base Clock	2.3 GHz+92%	1.2 GHz
L3 Cache	3 MB	4 MB+33%
L2 Cache	512 kB	1 MB+100%
Process	14 nm	14 nm
Architecture	Skylake (2015−2016)	Pollock (Zen) (2020)
PassMark	2,631	2,618

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Memory & Platform

The Core i3-6100U uses the BGA1356 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the 3015e uses FT5 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Core i3-6100U	3015e
Socket	BGA1356	FT5
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed	—	1600
Max RAM Capacity	—	16
RAM Channels	—	1
ECC Support	—	❌
PCIe Lanes	—	8

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: not specified (Core i3-6100U) / true (3015e). The 3015e includes integrated graphics (Vega 3), while the Core i3-6100U requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: 3015e rivals Celeron N4120.