FX-770K vs Core i3-6100TE

FX-770K

4 Cores4 Thrd65 WWMax: 3.9 GHz2014

Core i3-6100TE

2 Cores4 Thrd35 WWMax: 2.7 GHz2015

Performance Spectrum - CPU

FX-770K

4 / 4

3,172

+0.6%

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

Core i3-6100TE

2 / 4

3,152

0.0%

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

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i3-6100TE

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

24720%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

23358%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

16960%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

5109%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

4047%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

3540%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

2028%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

2001%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

1822%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

1822%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

1802%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

1753%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

1729%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

1722%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

1706%

#949

Core i3-6100TE

MSRP: $250|Avg: $90

100%

#950

FX-4320

MSRP: $250|Avg: $100

100%

#951

Core i7-3960X Extreme Edition

MSRP: $990|Avg: $150

100%

#952

Celeron E1200

MSRP: $53|Avg: $98

100%

#954

Core i5-660

MSRP: $196|Avg: $150

99%

#955

Athlon II X2 250

MSRP: $87|Avg: $15

98%

#956

Core i3-2120T

MSRP: $127|Avg: $38

98%

#957

Phenom II X3 720

MSRP: $130|Avg: $64

98%

#958

Pentium E6300

MSRP: $84|Avg: $15

97%

#959

Core i5-661

MSRP: $196|Avg: $40

97%

#960

Core i3-4150

MSRP: $281|Avg: $70

96%

#961

Core i5-750

MSRP: $210|Avg: $30

96%

#962

Core i3-2100T

MSRP: $127|Avg: $127

96%

#963

Pentium E2210

MSRP: $84|Avg: $15

95%

#964

Core i3-560

MSRP: $138|Avg: $10

94%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Performance Leadership: The FX-770K delivers superior performance across the board. It outperforms the Core i3-6100TE in both compute-intensive tasks (0.6% faster) and gaming workloads.

Insight	FX-770K	Core i3-6100TE
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	✅ More affordable ($59)	⚠️ Higher cost ($90)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Kaveri (2014−2015) / 28 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Skylake (2015−2016) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

Efficiency: Even within a comparison of older hardware, the FX-770K stands out as the superior choice. It is effectively 34% cheaper ($59 vs $90) while identifying as the stronger performer.

Insight	FX-770K	Core i3-6100TE
Cost Efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+54%)	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($59)	⚠️ Higher cost ($90)

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.

FX-770K Benchmark Check

Core i3-6100TE Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of FX-770K and Core i3-6100TE

FX-770K

The FX-770K is manufactured by AMD. It was released in Dezembro 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Kaveri (2014−2015) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L2 cache: 4 MB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: FM2+. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-2133. Passmark benchmark score: 3,172 points. Launch price was $69.

Core i3-6100TE

The Core i3-6100TE 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: 4 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3L-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 3,152 points. Launch price was $117.

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Processing Power

The FX-770K packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Core i3-6100TE offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the FX-770K has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.9 GHz on the FX-770K versus 2.7 GHz on the Core i3-6100TE — a 36.4% clock advantage for the FX-770K. The FX-770K uses the Kaveri (2014−2015) architecture (28 nm), while the Core i3-6100TE uses Skylake (2015−2016) (14 nm). In PassMark, the FX-770K scores 3,172 against the Core i3-6100TE's 3,152 — a 0.6% lead for the FX-770K.

Feature	FX-770K	Core i3-6100TE
Cores / Threads	4 / 4+100%	2 / 4
Boost Clock	3.9 GHz+44%	2.7 GHz
Base Clock	3.5 GHz	—
L3 Cache	—	4 MB
L2 Cache	4 MB+700%	512 kB
Process	28 nm	14 nm-50%
Architecture	Kaveri (2014−2015)	Skylake (2015−2016)
PassMark	3,172	3,152

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Memory & Platform

The FX-770K uses the FM2+ socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i3-6100TE uses LGA1151 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	FX-770K	Core i3-6100TE
Socket	FM2+	LGA1151
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed	—	DDR4-2133
Max RAM Capacity	—	64 GB
RAM Channels	—	2
ECC Support	—	✅
PCIe Lanes	—	16

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: not specified (FX-770K) / VT-x, VT-d (Core i3-6100TE). The Core i3-6100TE includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 530), while the FX-770K requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-6100TE targets Embedded.

Feature	FX-770K	Core i3-6100TE
Integrated GPU	—	Yes
IGPU Model	—	HD Graphics 530
Unlocked	—	No
AVX-512	—	No
Virtualization	—	VT-x, VT-d
Target Use	—	Embedded

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Value Analysis

The FX-770K launched at $0 MSRP, while the Core i3-6100TE debuted at $250. At current prices ($59 vs $90), the FX-770K is $31 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the FX-770K delivers 53.8 pts/$ vs 35.0 pts/$ for the Core i3-6100TE — making the FX-770K the 42.2% better value option.