Core i5-10600T
VS
Core i3-11100B

Core i5-10600T vs Core i3-11100B

Intel

Core i5-10600T

6 Cores12 Thrd35 WWMax: 4 GHz2020
VS
Intel

Core i3-11100B

4 Cores8 Thrd65 WWMax: 4.4 GHz2021

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.

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 i5-10600T

#154
Ryzen 5 4600G
MSRP: $154|Avg: $143
107%
#155
Core i7-13700T
MSRP: $384|Avg: $250
107%
#156
Ryzen 9 5900X
MSRP: $549|Avg: $350
106%
#157
Core i7-13700F
MSRP: $359|Avg: $345
106%
#158
Core i5-13600T
MSRP: $255|Avg: $255
106%
#159
Ryzen 5 3400GE
MSRP: $149|Avg: $80
105%
#160
Core i7-12700F
MSRP: $314|Avg: $275
105%
#161
Core i5-9400
MSRP: $192|Avg: $85
105%
#162
Core i3-13100
MSRP: $134|Avg: $128
105%
#163
Core i9-10910
MSRP: $488|Avg: $200
102%
#164
Core i5-14600T
MSRP: $255|Avg: $255
102%
#165
Core i5-11500T
MSRP: $192|Avg: $120
101%
#166
Ryzen 7 5700X3D
MSRP: $249|Avg: $249
101%
#167
Ryzen 3 8300GE
MSRP: $129|Avg: $129
101%
#168
Core i3-13100T
MSRP: $134|Avg: $122
100%
#169
Core i5-10600T
MSRP: $213|Avg: $110
100%
#170
Ryzen 3 3200G
MSRP: $100|Avg: $67
100%
#171
Core Ultra 9 285
MSRP: $589|Avg: $550
100%
#172
Core i9-13900KS
MSRP: $699|Avg: $580
100%
#173
Ryzen 5 2400G
MSRP: $169|Avg: $84
99%
#174
Ryzen 9 9950X3D
MSRP: $699|Avg: $675
99%
#175
Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G
MSRP: $149|Avg: $105.5
99%
#176
Core i7-13700
MSRP: $384|Avg: $350
99%
#177
Athlon 200GE
MSRP: $55|Avg: $40
98%
#178
Core i5-13500E
MSRP: $235|Avg: $235
98%
#179
Core i5-12500E
MSRP: $225|Avg: $200
98%
#180
Core i9-11900
MSRP: $439|Avg: $220
97%
#181
Core i7-12700E
MSRP: $314|Avg: $278
97%
#182
Core i3-14100T
MSRP: $134|Avg: $135
97%
#183
Core i5-13400T
MSRP: $221|Avg: $200
97%
#184
Core i3-12300
MSRP: $143|Avg: $143
96%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i3-11100B

#57
Ryzen AI 9 365
MSRP: $400|Avg: $400
100%
#211
Atom x5-Z8300
MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A
388%
#212
Atom Z3735G
MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A
382%
#213
Core i5-480M
MSRP: $81|Avg: $77
351%
#214
Core i5-460M
MSRP: $80|Avg: $129
349%
#215
Core i5-2540M
MSRP: $266|Avg: $10
346%
#217
Core i5-450M
MSRP: $32|Avg: $31
334%
#218
Core i3-380M
MSRP: $49|Avg: $25
320%
#219
Core i5-430M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33
320%
#220
Core 2 Duo T6600
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4
311%
#223
Core i3-11100B
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Performance Trade-off: The Core i3-11100B leads in gaming performance. However, the Core i5-10600T is the stronger candidate for professional workloads, offering 1.3% greater multi-core processing power.
InsightCore i5-10600TCore i3-11100B
Gaming
Lower gaming performance
Superior gaming performance
Workstation
Better multi-core power
Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price
⚠️ Higher cost ($110)
More affordable ($0)
Longevity
✨ Modern (Legacy / 14 nm)
✨ Modern (Legacy / 10 nm SuperFin)

💎 Value Proposition

InsightCore i5-10600TCore i3-11100B
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost
⚠️ Higher cost ($110)
More affordable ($0)

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.

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i5-10600T and Core i3-11100B

Intel

Core i5-10600T

The Core i5-10600T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 April 2020 (5 years ago). It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB Intel® Smart Cache. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1200. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 11,505 points. Launch price was $149.

Intel

Core i3-11100B

The Core i3-11100B is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 April 2021 (4 years ago). It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.4 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB. Built on 10 nm SuperFin process technology. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: Up to 3200 MT/s. Passmark benchmark score: 11,357 points. Launch price was $149.

Processing Power

The Core i5-10600T packs 6 cores / 12 threads, while the Core i3-11100B offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the Core i5-10600T has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4 GHz on the Core i5-10600T versus 4.4 GHz on the Core i3-11100B — a 9.5% clock advantage for the Core i3-11100B (base: 2.4 GHz vs 3.6 GHz). In PassMark, the Core i5-10600T scores 11,505 against the Core i3-11100B's 11,357 — a 1.3% lead for the Core i5-10600T. L3 cache: 12 MB Intel® Smart Cache on the Core i5-10600T vs 12 MB on the Core i3-11100B.

FeatureCore i5-10600TCore i3-11100B
Cores / Threads
6 / 12+50%
4 / 8
Boost Clock
4 GHz
4.4 GHz+10%
Base Clock
2.4 GHz
3.6 GHz+50%
L3 Cache
12 MB Intel® Smart Cache
12 MB
Process
14 nm
10 nm SuperFin-29%
PassMark
11,505+1%
11,357
Geekbench 6 Single
1,402
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Advanced Features

Virtualization: not specified (Core i5-10600T) / VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i3-11100B). The Core i3-11100B includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics for 11th Gen (16 EU)), while the Core i5-10600T requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-11100B targets Desktop. Direct competitor: Core i3-11100B rivals Ryzen 3 5300G.

FeatureCore i5-10600TCore i3-11100B
Integrated GPU
Yes
IGPU Model
UHD Graphics for 11th Gen (16 EU)
Unlocked
No
AVX-512
Yes
Virtualization
VT-x, VT-d, EPT
Target Use
Desktop