FX-4150 vs Core i3-6100E
FX-4150
Core i3-6100E
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 FX-4150 is positioned at rank 702 and the Core i3-6100E is on rank 902, so the FX-4150 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar FX-4150
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-6100E
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | FX-4150 | Core i3-6100E |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($20) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($50) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Zambezi (2011−2012) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Skylake (2015−2016) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | FX-4150 | Core i3-6100E |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+151%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($20) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($50) |
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 FX-4150 and Core i3-6100E
FX-4150
The FX-4150 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 23 October 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Zambezi (2011−2012) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.8 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 4 MB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: AM3+. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 3,327 points. Launch price was $69.
Core i3-6100E
The Core i3-6100E 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: 2.7 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: LPDDR3-1866. Passmark benchmark score: 3,315 points. Launch price was $225.
Processing Power
The FX-4150 packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Core i3-6100E offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the FX-4150 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4 GHz on the FX-4150 versus 2.7 GHz on the Core i3-6100E — a 38.8% clock advantage for the FX-4150. The FX-4150 uses the Zambezi (2011−2012) architecture (32 nm), while the Core i3-6100E uses Skylake (2015−2016) (14 nm). In PassMark, the FX-4150 scores 3,327 against the Core i3-6100E's 3,315 — a 0.4% lead for the FX-4150. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the FX-4150 vs 3 MB on the Core i3-6100E.
| Feature | FX-4150 | Core i3-6100E |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4+100% | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 4 GHz+48% | 2.7 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.8 GHz | — |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total)+167% | 3 MB |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB+700% | 512 kB |
| Process | 32 nm | 14 nm-56% |
| Architecture | Zambezi (2011−2012) | Skylake (2015−2016) |
| PassMark | 3,327 | 3,315 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (FX-4150) / true (Core i3-6100E). The Core i3-6100E includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics 530), while the FX-4150 requires a dedicated GPU.
| Feature | FX-4150 | Core i3-6100E |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Intel HD Graphics 530 |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | true |
Value Analysis
The FX-4150 launched at $137 MSRP, while the Core i3-6100E debuted at $225. At current prices ($20 vs $50), the FX-4150 is $30 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the FX-4150 delivers 166.3 pts/$ vs 66.3 pts/$ for the Core i3-6100E — making the FX-4150 the 86% better value option.
| Feature | FX-4150 | Core i3-6100E |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $137-39% | $225 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $20-60% | $50 |
| Performance per Dollar | 166.3+151% | 66.3 |
| Release Date | 2012 | 2015 |
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