Core i3-6102E vs Celeron G3920
Core i3-6102E
Celeron G3920
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 i3-6102E is positioned at rank 989 and the Celeron G3920 is on rank 364, so the Celeron G3920 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-6102E
Performance Per Dollar Celeron G3920
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i3-6102E | Celeron G3920 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($35) | ✅ More affordable ($30) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Skylake (2015−2016) / 14 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Skylake (2015−2016) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i3-6102E | Celeron G3920 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+17%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($35) | ✅ More affordable ($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 i3-6102E and Celeron G3920
Core i3-6102E
The Core i3-6102E 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: 1.9 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Thermal design power (TDP): 25 Watt. Memory support: LPDDR3-1866. Passmark benchmark score: 2,349 points. Launch price was $225.
Celeron G3920
The Celeron G3920 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 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.9 GHz, with boost up to 2.9 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 51 Watt. Memory support: DDR3, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 2,358 points. Launch price was $52.
Processing Power
The Core i3-6102E packs 2 cores / 4 threads, matching the Celeron G3920's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 1.9 GHz on the Core i3-6102E versus 2.9 GHz on the Celeron G3920 — a 41.7% clock advantage for the Celeron G3920. Both are built on the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture using a 14 nm process. In PassMark, the Core i3-6102E scores 2,349 against the Celeron G3920's 2,358 — a 0.4% lead for the Celeron G3920. L3 cache: 3 MB on the Core i3-6102E vs 4 MB (total) on the Celeron G3920.
| Feature | Core i3-6102E | Celeron G3920 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 1.9 GHz | 2.9 GHz+53% |
| Base Clock | — | 2.9 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB | 4 MB (total)+33% |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB+100% | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Skylake (2015−2016) | Skylake (2015−2016) |
| PassMark | 2,349 | 2,358 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 699 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 948 |
Memory & Platform
Both support up to DDR4-2133 memory speed. Both support up to 64 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes.
| Feature | Core i3-6102E | Celeron G3920 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | — | LGA1151 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2133 | DDR4-2133 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB | 64 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Core i3-6102E) vs VT-x (Celeron G3920). Both include integrated graphics — HD Graphics 530 (Core i3-6102E) and HD Graphics 510 (Celeron G3920) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-6102E targets Embedded, Celeron G3920 targets Budget. Direct competitor: Celeron G3920 rivals Pentium G4400.
| Feature | Core i3-6102E | Celeron G3920 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics 530 | HD Graphics 510 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x |
| Target Use | Embedded | Budget |
Value Analysis
The Core i3-6102E launched at $225 MSRP, while the Celeron G3920 debuted at $40. At current prices ($35 vs $30), the Celeron G3920 is $5 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i3-6102E delivers 67.1 pts/$ vs 78.6 pts/$ for the Celeron G3920 — making the Celeron G3920 the 15.8% better value option.
| Feature | Core i3-6102E | Celeron G3920 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $225 | $40-82% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $35 | $30-14% |
| Performance per Dollar | 67.1 | 78.6+17% |
| Release Date | 2015 | 2015 |
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