Core i7-6900K vs Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G
Core i7-6900K
Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G
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.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-6900K
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-6900K | Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,089) | ✅ More affordable ($176) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Broadwell-E (2016) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Phoenix2 (2024) / 4 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-6900K | Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+513%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,089) | ✅ More affordable ($176) |
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 i7-6900K and Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G
Core i7-6900K
The Core i7-6900K is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 31 May 2016 (9 years ago). It is based on the Broadwell-E (2016) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 20 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 140 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 14,682 points. Launch price was $1,020.
Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G
The Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 16 April 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Phoenix2 (2024) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 4.9 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 14,540 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Core i7-6900K packs 8 cores / 16 threads, while the Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the Core i7-6900K has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4 GHz on the Core i7-6900K versus 4.9 GHz on the Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G — a 20.2% clock advantage for the Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G (base: 3.2 GHz vs 3.4 GHz). The Core i7-6900K uses the Broadwell-E (2016) architecture (14 nm), while the Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G uses Phoenix2 (2024) (4 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-6900K scores 14,682 against the Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G's 14,540 — a 1% lead for the Core i7-6900K. L3 cache: 20 MB (total) on the Core i7-6900K vs 8 MB (total) on the Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G.
| Feature | Core i7-6900K | Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 16+100% | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 4 GHz | 4.9 GHz+23% |
| Base Clock | 3.2 GHz | 3.4 GHz+6% |
| L3 Cache | 20 MB (total)+150% | 8 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 1 MB (per core)+300% |
| Process | 14 nm | 4 nm-71% |
| Architecture | Broadwell-E (2016) | Phoenix2 (2024) |
| PassMark | 14,682 | 14,540 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,273 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 7,591 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core i7-6900K uses the LGA2011 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G uses AM5 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i7-6900K | Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA2011 | AM5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 4.0+33% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2400 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 4 | — |
| ECC Support | ❌ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 40 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d (Core i7-6900K) / not specified (Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G). Primary use case: Core i7-6900K targets High-End Desktop.
| Feature | Core i7-6900K | Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | — |
| IGPU Model | None | — |
| Unlocked | Yes | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | — |
| Target Use | High-End Desktop | — |
Value Analysis
The Core i7-6900K launched at $1089 MSRP, while the Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G debuted at $176. At current prices ($1089 vs $176), the Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G is $913 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i7-6900K delivers 13.5 pts/$ vs 82.6 pts/$ for the Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G — making the Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G the 143.9% better value option.
| Feature | Core i7-6900K | Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1089 | $176-84% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $1089 | $176-84% |
| Performance per Dollar | 13.5 | 82.6+512% |
| Release Date | 2016 | 2024 |
Top Performing CPUs
The most powerful cpus ranked by PassMark CPU Mark benchmark scores.
You May Also Compare
Similar CPU comparisons based on Core i7-6900K and Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G
