Core i3-6102E

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Core i3-6102E

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Benchmark Results

Combined benchmark scores based on multiple data points, giving a quick overview of this processor's performance.

Overall Score

Overall score for Core i3-6102E based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

4,296 Rank: 1533
Rank Name Score Visual
1529 Pentium E6500 4,301
+0.1%
1530 A8-5500 4,299
+0.1%
1531 Celeron G1620T 4,299
+0.1%
1532 A10-5750M 4,298
+0%
1533 Core i3-6102E 4,296
1534 Intel Core i5-580M 4,296
+0%
1535 Xeon E7-4830 4,294
+-0%
1536 Core i3-5005U 4,292
-0.1%
1537 Pentium B960 4,291
-0.1%
1538 A6-5357M 4,291
-0.1%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Core i3-6102E based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,415 Rank: 1418
Rank Name Score Visual
1414 Core m3-8100Y 4,417
+0%
1415 Pentium Silver N6000 4,417
+0%
1416 Pentium B940 4,416
+0%
1417 Pentium 4415U 4,416
+0%
1418 Core i3-6102E 4,415
1419 Core i3-3220 4,415
+0%
1420 FX-4350 4,415
+0%
1421 Core M-5Y10 4,415
+0%
1422 Core i5-680 4,415
+0%
1423 Core i5-2515E 4,414
+-0%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Core i3-6102E based on single-threaded benchmark results.

4,217 Rank: 1555
Rank Name Score Visual
1551 Core i5-540M 4,225
+0.2%
1552 Pentium B970 4,224
+0.2%
1553 Pentium E6300 4,224
+0.2%
1554 A4-4020 4,218
+0%
1555 Core i3-6102E 4,217
1556 Core 2 Duo T9800 4,217
+0%
1557 Core 2 Quad Q6600 4,216
+-0%
1558 Athlon II X4 635 4,215
+-0%
1559 Core i3-530 4,215
+-0%
1560 Core i3-2330M 4,214
-0.1%

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Workload Scores

Performance scores grouped by workload type, normalized and aggregated from multiple raw benchmark results.

Number Crunching

Aggregated score for Core i3-6102E based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,520 Rank: 1381
Rank Name Score Visual
1377 A10-7300 4,521
+0%
1378 Celeron G1820T 4,521
+0%
1379 Core i7-640M 4,521
+0%
1380 Phenom II X4 910 4,521
+0%
1381 Core i3-6102E 4,520
1382 Pentium J4205 4,520
+0%
1383 Celeron G1820 4,520
+0%
1384 Athlon II X4 635 4,520
+0%
1385 Phenom II X4 810 4,520
+0%
1386 Xeon E5504 4,520
+0%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Core i3-6102E based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

4,490 Rank: 1391
Rank Name Score Visual
1387 Core i5-2415M 4,491
+0%
1388 Core i5-4250U 4,491
+0%
1389 Core i5-3317U 4,491
+0%
1390 Xeon E5320 4,491
+0%
1391 Core i3-6102E 4,490
1392 Core i7-2637M 4,490
+0%
1393 Pentium G3240 4,490
+0%
1394 Core i5-4200U 4,490
+0%
1395 A10-5757M 4,490
+0%
1396 Pentium J2900 4,490
+0%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Core i3-6102E based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,536 Rank: 1180
Rank Name Score Visual
1176 A8-7670K 4,537
+0%
1177 Core i5-3230M 4,537
+0%
1178 A10-7860K 4,537
+0%
1179 Core i7-3687U 4,537
+0%
1180 Core i3-6102E 4,536
1181 Core i3-2120 4,536
+0%
1182 A10-9700E 4,536
+0%
1183 A10-7700K 4,536
+0%
1184 A8-7600 4,536
+0%
1185 FX-9830P 4,536
+0%

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Core i3-6102E Details

The Core i3-6102E stands out in its class by bridging the gap between mainstream performance and embedded efficiency, offering a modernized design for compact systems. Released in 2015 as part of Intel’s Skylake H series, this processor is now over eight years old, placing it firmly in the legacy category. Despite its age, it remains relevant in embedded and low-power applications where stability and compatibility are prioritized over cutting-edge performance. Its 14 nm manufacturing process and CMOS technology reflect the state of the art at the time of its launch, enabling a 25 W TDP that supports extended operation in space-constrained environments.

Built on Intel’s Skylake microarchitecture, the i3-6102E features two physical cores with hyper-threading, delivering four threads for improved multitasking. It operates at a base frequency of 1.9 GHz, with a locked clock multiplier and a maximum turbo frequency of 2.8 GHz, though turbo behavior may vary depending on workload and thermal conditions. The processor supports dual-channel DDR4-2133, DDR3L-1600, and LPDDR3-1866 memory, enabling up to 64 GB of system memory and a peak bandwidth of 31.79 GiB/s. With a 3 MiB L3 cache and 0.5 MiB of L2 cache, it maintains efficient data access for typical desktop and embedded use cases.

The integrated HD Graphics 530 GPU provides a solid foundation for basic graphics tasks, featuring 24 execution units and a base frequency of 350 MHz, with a boost capability up to 950 MHz. It supports up to three displays and is capable of handling light multimedia workloads, making it suitable for digital signage, thin clients, or industrial control systems. The processor includes a comprehensive suite of Intel technologies, such as AES-NI, AVX2, Intel VT-x, and Intel vPro, ensuring robust security, virtualization, and encryption capabilities.

In benchmark testing, the Core i3-6102E achieves an overall score of 4296, ranking #1533 among 2060 processors. Its single-core performance scores 4217 (#1555), while its multicore score reaches 4415 (#1418), indicating a balanced but modest performance profile. It outperforms older dual-core designs like the Core i3-2105 and A8-5500, but lags behind modern low-power CPUs such as the Core i5-4210U and A10-7860K. In the top 50 lists, it falls far behind the leading processors, which include the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX and Core Ultra 9 285K, highlighting its position as a legacy workhorse rather than a performance leader.

As of March 2026, the Core i3-6102E is best suited for embedded, industrial, or legacy system upgrades where integrated graphics, low power consumption, and long-term support are critical. While its performance is no longer competitive in the mainstream market, its combination of reliability, thermal efficiency, and feature set ensures continued use in specialized environments.
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Intel Core i3-6102E

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Core i3-6102E
Family: Core
Series: i3-6000
Model Number: i3-6102E
Cores: 2
Threads: 4
Base Frequency: 1900 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 19x (locked)
Microarchitecture: Skylake
Core Name: Skylake
Core Family: 6
Core Model: 94
Package: FCBGA-1440
Target Segment: Embedded
Max CPUs: 1
TDP: 25 W
Release Price: $225.00

Cache Specifications

L1 Cache: 128 KiB
L1 Instruction Cache: 64 KiB (8-way set associative)
L1 Data Cache: 64 KiB (8-way set associative)
L2 Cache: 0.5 MiB (4-way set associative)
L3 Cache: 3 MiB

Memory Specifications

Supported Memory Type: LPDDR3-1866 DDR3L-1600 and DDR4-2133
Memory Channels: 2
Maximum Memory: 64 GB
Maximum Bandwidth: 31.79 GB/s
ECC Support: Yes

Integrated Graphics

GPU: HD Graphics 530
GPU Designer: Intel
GPU Max Frequency: 950 MHz
Execution Units: 24

Physical Specifications

Process: 14 nm
Die Area: 98.57 mm²
Transistor Count: 1.75 billion
Manufacturer: Intel
Technology: CMOS
Word Size: 64-bit
ISA: x86-64 (x86)

CPU Features

MMX EMMX SSE SSE2 SSE3 SSSE3 SSE4.1 SSE4.2 AVX AVX2 ABM BMI1 BMI2 FMA3 AES RdRand ADX CLMUL F16C x86-16 x86-32 x86-64 Real Protected SMM FPU NX HT TBT 2.0 EIST TXT vPro VT-x VT-d EPT MPX SGX Secure Key SMEP IPT TSX
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