Pentium 6805
VS
Core i3-6320

Pentium 6805 vs Core i3-6320

Intel

Pentium 6805

2 Cores4 Thrd15 WWMax: 3 GHz2020
VS
Intel

Core i3-6320

2 Cores4 Thrd51 WWMax: 3.9 GHz2015

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 Pentium 6805 is positioned at rank 744 and the Core i3-6320 is on rank 630, so the Core i3-6320 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Pentium 6805

#732
Atom x5-Z8300
MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A
1068%
#733
Atom Z3735G
MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A
1052%
#734
Core i5-480M
MSRP: $81|Avg: $77
966%
#735
Core i5-460M
MSRP: $80|Avg: $129
961%
#736
Core i5-2540M
MSRP: $266|Avg: $10
953%
#738
Core i5-450M
MSRP: $32|Avg: $31
920%
#739
Core i3-380M
MSRP: $49|Avg: $25
882%
#740
Core i5-430M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33
881%
#741
Core 2 Duo T6600
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4
857%
#744
Pentium 6805
MSRP: $161|Avg: $161
100%
#749
Ryzen 3 7320C
MSRP: $299|Avg: $200
100%
#757
Core i7-11370H
MSRP: $426|Avg: N/A
99%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i3-6320

#1
Ryzen 9 7950X
MSRP: $194|Avg: $20
11282%
#2
Core i9-10900T
MSRP: $120|Avg: $5
10660%
#3
Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE
MSRP: $423|Avg: $5
7740%
#4
Ryzen Threadripper 3960X
MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85
2332%
#5
Ryzen 9 9950X
MSRP: $649|Avg: $129
1847%
#6
Ryzen 5 8400F
MSRP: $303|Avg: $55
1616%
#7
Ryzen 7 PRO 2700
MSRP: $299|Avg: $60
925%
#8
Ryzen 5 2600X
MSRP: $229|Avg: $55
913%
#9
Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G
MSRP: $150|Avg: $60
832%
#10
Core Ultra 5 245KF
MSRP: $294|Avg: $189
832%
#11
Ryzen 5 5500
MSRP: $159|Avg: $85
822%
#12
Ryzen 5 3600
MSRP: $199|Avg: $80
800%
#13
Core i3-9100E
MSRP: $202|Avg: $30
789%
#14
Core Ultra 5 245K
MSRP: $319|Avg: $200
786%
#15
Core i3-8300T
MSRP: $138|Avg: $25
779%
#283
Ryzen Threadripper 1920
MSRP: $799|Avg: $200
100%
#284
Ryzen Threadripper 1950X
MSRP: $999|Avg: $300
100%
#387
Ryzen Embedded V1807B
MSRP: $300|Avg: $300
97%
#630
Core i3-6320
MSRP: $160|Avg: $35
100%
#632
Pentium G3258
MSRP: $75|Avg: $72
100%
#634
Celeron G555
MSRP: $52|Avg: $15
99%
#635
Celeron G530
MSRP: $42|Avg: $10
99%
#636
Core i3-7350K
MSRP: $179|Avg: $45
99%
#637
FX-4130
MSRP: $100|Avg: $25
98%
#638
Athlon II X2 280
MSRP: $50|Avg: $15
98%
#639
FX-8300
MSRP: $197|Avg: $50
98%
#640
Celeron G540T
MSRP: $42|Avg: $42
98%
#641
Core i5-6600
MSRP: $224|Avg: $90
98%
#642
Core i5-4460
MSRP: $182|Avg: $40
98%
#645
Core i3-4170T
MSRP: $117|Avg: $17
97%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Pentium 6805 (2020) utilizes 10 nm technology and DDR4-3200, LPDDR4-3733, providing a fundamental performance advantage.
InsightPentium 6805Core i3-6320
Gaming
Lower gaming performance
Superior gaming performance
Workstation
Better multi-core power
Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price
⚠️ Higher cost ($161)
More affordable ($35)
Longevity
✨ Modern (Ice Lake-Y (2020) / 10 nm)
🛑 Legacy (Skylake (2015−2016) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i3-6320 (2015) relies on 14 nm technology and DDR4, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.
InsightPentium 6805Core i3-6320
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Better overall value (+360%)
Upfront Cost
⚠️ Higher cost ($161)
More affordable ($35)

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 Pentium 6805 and Core i3-6320

Intel

Pentium 6805

The Pentium 6805 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 October 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Ice Lake-Y (2020) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.1 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1526. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200, LPDDR4-3733. Passmark benchmark score: 4,424 points. Launch price was $161.

Intel

Core i3-6320

The Core i3-6320 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 3.9 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 51 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 4,421 points. Launch price was $157.

Processing Power

Both the Pentium 6805 and Core i3-6320 share an identical 2-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3 GHz on the Pentium 6805 versus 3.9 GHz on the Core i3-6320 — a 26.1% clock advantage for the Core i3-6320 (base: 1.1 GHz vs 3.9 GHz). The Pentium 6805 uses the Ice Lake-Y (2020) architecture (10 nm), while the Core i3-6320 uses Skylake (2015−2016) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Pentium 6805 scores 4,424 against the Core i3-6320's 4,421 — a 0.1% lead for the Pentium 6805. Both processors carry 4 MB (total) of L3 cache.

FeaturePentium 6805Core i3-6320
Cores / Threads
2 / 4
2 / 4
Boost Clock
3 GHz
3.9 GHz+30%
Base Clock
1.1 GHz
3.9 GHz+255%
L3 Cache
4 MB (total)
4 MB (total)
L2 Cache
256 kB (per core)
256K (per core)
Process
10 nm-29%
14 nm
Architecture
Ice Lake-Y (2020)
Skylake (2015−2016)
PassMark
4,424
4,421
Cinebench R23 Multi
2,853
Geekbench 6 Single
1,311
Geekbench 6 Multi
2,730
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Memory & Platform

The Pentium 6805 uses the FCBGA1526 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i3-6320 uses LGA1151 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

FeaturePentium 6805Core i3-6320
Socket
FCBGA1526
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 (Pentium 6805) / Yes (Core i3-6320). The Core i3-6320 includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics 530), while the Pentium 6805 requires a dedicated GPU.

FeaturePentium 6805Core i3-6320
Integrated GPU
Yes
IGPU Model
Intel HD Graphics 530
AVX-512
No
Virtualization
Yes
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Value Analysis

The Pentium 6805 launched at $161 MSRP, while the Core i3-6320 debuted at $160. At current prices ($161 vs $35), the Core i3-6320 is $126 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Pentium 6805 delivers 27.5 pts/$ vs 126.3 pts/$ for the Core i3-6320 — making the Core i3-6320 the 128.5% better value option.

FeaturePentium 6805Core i3-6320
MSRP
$161
$160
Avg Price (30d)
$161
$35-78%
Performance per Dollar
27.5
126.3+359%
Release Date
2020
2015