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Core i5-2380P
Core i3-6100T
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 i5-2380P is positioned at rank 785 and the Core i3-6100T is on rank 581, 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 i5-2380P
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-6100T
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-2380P | Core i3-6100T |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($25) | ✅ More affordable ($20) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Skylake (2015−2016) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-2380P | Core i3-6100T |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+25%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($25) | ✅ More affordable ($20) |
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 i5-2380P and Core i3-6100T
Core i5-2380P
The Core i5-2380P is manufactured by Intel. It was released in Janeiro 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 6144 kB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 3,636 points. Launch price was $180.
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.
Processing Power
The Core i5-2380P packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Core i3-6100T offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the Core i5-2380P has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.4 GHz on the Core i5-2380P versus 3.2 GHz on the Core i3-6100T — a 6.1% clock advantage for the Core i5-2380P (base: 3.1 GHz vs 3.2 GHz). The Core i5-2380P uses the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture (32 nm), while the Core i3-6100T uses Skylake (2015−2016) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-2380P scores 3,636 against the Core i3-6100T's 3,641 — a 0.1% lead for the Core i3-6100T. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 624 vs 1,041, a 50.1% lead for the Core i3-6100T that directly translates to higher frame rates. L3 cache: 6144 kB (total) on the Core i5-2380P vs 3 MB on the Core i3-6100T.
| Feature | Core i5-2380P | Core i3-6100T |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4+100% | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.4 GHz+6% | 3.2 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.1 GHz | 3.2 GHz+3% |
| L3 Cache | 6144 kB (total)+100% | 3 MB |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 512 kB+100% |
| Process | 32 nm | 14 nm-56% |
| Architecture | Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) | Skylake (2015−2016) |
| PassMark | 3,636 | 3,641 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 2,500 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 624 | 1,041+67% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 2,071 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-2380P uses the LGA1155 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core i3-6100T uses LGA1151 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1333 on the Core i5-2380P versus DDR4-2133 on the Core i3-6100T — the Core i3-6100T supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i3-6100T supports up to 64 GB of RAM compared to 32 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: H61,H67,P67,Z68,B75,Z77 (Core i5-2380P) and H110,B150,H170,Z170 (Core i3-6100T).
| Feature | Core i5-2380P | Core i3-6100T |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1155 | LGA1151 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1333 | DDR4-2133+33% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB | 64 GB+100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x, EPT (Core i5-2380P) vs VT-x, VT-d (Core i3-6100T). The Core i3-6100T includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 530), while the Core i5-2380P requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-2380P targets Legacy Desktop, Core i3-6100T targets Budget. Direct competitor: Core i5-2380P rivals FX-4100.
| Feature | Core i5-2380P | Core i3-6100T |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | HD Graphics 530 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, EPT | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | Legacy Desktop | Budget |
Value Analysis
The Core i5-2380P launched at $177 MSRP, while the Core i3-6100T debuted at $117. At current prices ($25 vs $20), the Core i3-6100T is $5 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i5-2380P delivers 145.4 pts/$ vs 182.1 pts/$ for the Core i3-6100T — making the Core i3-6100T the 22.4% better value option.
| Feature | Core i5-2380P | Core i3-6100T |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $177 | $117-34% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $25 | $20-20% |
| Performance per Dollar | 145.4 | 182.1+25% |
| Release Date | 2012 | 2015 |
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