Core i3-6157U

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Core i3-6157U

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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 i3-6157U based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

4,813 Rank: 1016
Rank Name Score Visual
1012 Core i5-3450S 4,818
+0.1%
1013 Ryzen 3 2200GE 4,815
+0%
1014 Xeon E5-2643 v2 4,815
+0%
1015 Pentium Gold G5420T 4,813
+0%
1016 Core i3-6157U 4,813
1017 Pentium G3440 4,813
+0%
1018 Xeon E3-1290 v2 4,811
+-0%
1019 Ryzen 3 2300U 4,809
-0.1%
1020 Core i5-3550 4,807
-0.1%
1021 Xeon E5-2670 v2 4,800
-0.3%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Core i3-6157U based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,918 Rank: 708
Rank Name Score Visual
704 Core i5-8350U 4,922
+0.1%
705 Core i7-7700HQ 4,921
+0.1%
706 Core i5-7500 4,921
+0.1%
707 Core i5-1145G7E 4,919
+0%
708 Core i3-6157U 4,918
709 Xeon Gold 5122 4,917
+-0%
710 Core i3-8300T 4,916
+-0%
711 Core i5-9500 4,915
-0.1%
712 Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G 4,914
-0.1%
713 Xeon E3-1285 v4 4,914
-0.1%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Core i3-6157U based on single-threaded benchmark results.

4,743 Rank: 1120
Rank Name Score Visual
1116 Core i5-3340M 4,752
+0.2%
1117 Core i7 870 4,749
+0.1%
1118 Xeon E5-2470 v2 4,748
+0.1%
1119 Core i7-2920XM 4,746
+0.1%
1120 Core i3-6157U 4,743
1121 Xeon E5-2680 v2 4,743
+0%
1122 Core i3-3210 4,742
+-0%
1123 Core M3-7Y30 4,741
+-0%
1124 EPYC 7551 4,741
+-0%
1125 Core i5-2400 4,737
-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 i3-6157U based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,533 Rank: 1275
Rank Name Score Visual
1271 Phenom II X4 840T 4,534
+0%
1272 A8-5550M 4,534
+0%
1273 Core i5-670 4,534
+0%
1274 A8-5557M 4,534
+0%
1275 Core i3-6157U 4,533
1276 Celeron G4900 4,533
+0%
1277 Core i5-3210M 4,533
+0%
1278 Core i7-4650U 4,533
+0%
1279 Phenom II X4 B50 4,533
+0%
1280 Core i7-3667U 4,533
+0%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Core i3-6157U based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

4,508 Rank: 1280
Rank Name Score Visual
1276 Athlon II X3 450 4,509
+0%
1277 Xeon X3220 4,509
+0%
1278 Core i5-5350U 4,509
+0%
1279 Pentium G4520 4,508
+0%
1280 Core i3-6157U 4,508
1281 Core i3-2100 4,508
+0%
1282 FX-7600P 4,508
+0%
1283 Phenom II X3 B77 4,508
+0%
1284 Core i5-8210Y 4,508
+0%
1285 Core i7-4510U 4,507
+-0%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Core i3-6157U based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,550 Rank: 1103
Rank Name Score Visual
1099 Phenom II X6 1090T 4,552
+0%
1100 Core M3-7Y32 4,551
+0%
1101 Athlon X4 845 4,551
+0%
1102 Core m3-8100Y 4,551
+0%
1103 Core i3-6157U 4,550
1104 Core i3-3250 4,550
+0%
1105 Core i7-3540M 4,550
+0%
1106 Athlon X4 880K 4,550
+0%
1107 Core i5-4210M 4,550
+0%
1108 Core i3-7100U 4,550
+0%

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Core i3-6157U Details

For users seeking a compact and energy-efficient mobile processor with integrated graphics, the Intel Core i3-6157U offers a balanced solution from the Skylake era. Released in 2016, this dual-core, quad-threaded CPU is built on Intel's 14 nm process and is designed for low-power laptops and ultrabooks. While it is now over seven years old, its modest performance still makes it viable for light productivity, web browsing, and media consumption in budget-friendly systems.

The Core i3-6157U operates at a base frequency of 2.4 GHz with a clock multiplier of 24 and supports Intel's Enhanced SpeedStep Technology for power efficiency. It features 3 MiB of L3 cache and 0.5 MiB of L2 cache, complemented by 0.125 MiB of L1 cache. With a TDP of 28 W (down to 23 W), it is optimized for thermally constrained mobile platforms, particularly those using the FCBGA-1356 package. The processor supports up to 32 GiB of DDR4-2133, LPDDR3-1866, and DDR3L-1600 memory across two channels, achieving a maximum memory bandwidth of 31.79 GiB/s.

Integrated into the chip is Intel's Iris Graphics 550, featuring 48 execution units and a maximum frequency of 1.0 GHz, which enables basic graphics tasks and 1080p video playback. It supports up to three displays and can handle light gaming and multimedia workloads. The processor includes a range of modern x86-64 instruction sets, including AVX, AVX2, AES-NI, and Intel's secure technologies such as Intel Secure Key and Intel VT-x.

In benchmark testing, the Core i3-6157U achieves an Overall Score of 4813, placing it at #1015 out of 2060 processors. Its Singlecore Score of 4743 ranks it #1120, while its Multicore Score of 4918 places it #708. It outperforms several modern processors like the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G and Core i3-8300T but falls short of more powerful mobile chips such as the Core i5-1145G7E and Core i5-8350U. In the Passmark suite, it scores 4533 in Number Crunching, 4508 in Data Processing, and 4550 in Physics Compute, indicating consistent but modest computational performance.

As of March 2026, the Core i3-6157U remains a niche option for entry-level laptops or as a replacement in older systems. While it is no longer competitive with modern mainstream CPUs, its low power consumption and integrated graphics make it suitable for basic computing tasks. It is best suited for users who prioritize battery life and affordability over raw performance.
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Intel Core i3-6157U

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Core i3-6157U
Family: Core
Series: i3-6000
Model Number: i3-6157U
Cores: 2
Threads: 4
Base Frequency: 2400 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 24x (locked)
Microarchitecture: Skylake
Core Name: Skylake
Core Family: 6
Core Model: 78
Package: FCBGA-1356
Target Segment: Mobile
Max CPUs: 1
TDP: 28 W
Release Price: $304.00

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: DDR4-2133 LPDDR3-1866 and DDR3L-1600
Memory Channels: 2
Maximum Memory: 32 GB
Maximum Bandwidth: 31.79 GB/s
ECC Support: No

Integrated Graphics

GPU: Iris Graphics 550
GPU Designer: Intel
GPU Max Frequency: 1000 MHz
Execution Units: 48

Physical Specifications

Process: 14 nm
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 EIST VT-x VT-d EPT MPX SGX Secure Key SMEP IPT SSE4a SHA AMD-Vi AMD-V TSME SenseMI Boost 2 SMT XFR 2 Flex Memory MWT ISRT
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