Core i3-6300T

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Core i3-6300T

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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 i3-6300T based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

5,108 Rank: 785
Rank Name Score Visual
781 Core i5-10310U 5,114
+0.1%
782 Xeon E3-1225 v5 5,113
+0.1%
783 Core i3-4360 5,113
+0.1%
784 EPYC 7551 5,111
+0.1%
785 Core i3-6300T 5,108
786 Core i7-6820HQ 5,106
+-0%
787 Core i3-4340 5,106
+-0%
788 Core i3-9100T 5,105
-0.1%
789 Pentium G3470 5,103
-0.1%
790 Ryzen 3 PRO 1200 5,102
-0.1%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Core i3-6300T based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,641 Rank: 1041
Rank Name Score Visual
1037 FX-8310 4,644
+0.1%
1038 Core i5-3450S 4,643
+0%
1039 Xeon E3-1220 V2 4,642
+0%
1040 Core i7-880 4,642
+0%
1041 Core i3-6300T 4,641
1042 Core i3-6300 4,640
+-0%
1043 Xeon W3550 4,638
-0.1%
1044 Xeon E5-2620 v2 4,638
-0.1%
1045 Pentium 4,637
-0.1%
1046 Core i3-6100 4,636
-0.1%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Core i3-6300T based on single-threaded benchmark results.

5,419 Rank: 622
Rank Name Score Visual
618 Core i7-4770T 5,421
+0%
619 Core i5-8265U 5,420
+0%
620 Ryzen 7 4800H 5,420
+0%
621 Core i3-7100T 5,419
+0%
622 Core i3-6300T 5,419
623 Xeon E3-1265L v3 5,419
+0%
624 Core i5-10500T 5,418
+-0%
625 Xeon W-2133 5,416
-0.1%
626 Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G 5,416
-0.1%
627 Ryzen 3 3200G 5,416
-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 i3-6300T based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,568 Rank: 1084
Rank Name Score Visual
1080 Core i3-4350 4,569
+0%
1081 Phenom II X6 1065T 4,569
+0%
1082 A8 PRO-7600B 4,569
+0%
1083 Core i7-7600U 4,568
+0%
1084 Core i3-6300T 4,568
1085 A10-9700E 4,568
+0%
1086 Xeon E5440 4,567
+-0%
1087 Core i3-7101TE 4,566
+-0%
1088 Core i3-10110U 4,566
+-0%
1089 Core i3-4330 4,566
+-0%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Core i3-6300T based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

4,550 Rank: 1054
Rank Name Score Visual
1050 A10-9700 4,552
+0%
1051 A10-7870K 4,552
+0%
1052 Xeon X5470 4,552
+0%
1053 Core i3-8121U 4,552
+0%
1054 Core i3-6300T 4,550
1055 Phenom II X4 965 4,550
+0%
1056 Core i5-7360U 4,549
+-0%
1057 Core i5-7287U 4,549
+-0%
1058 Core i3-4360 4,549
+-0%
1059 Core i5-2500S 4,549
+-0%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Core i3-6300T based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,593 Rank: 980
Rank Name Score Visual
976 Core i3-7101TE 4,595
+0%
977 Atom C3758 4,595
+0%
978 Core i3-4370 4,595
+0%
979 Core i7-965 4,595
+0%
980 Core i3-6300T 4,593
981 Core i3-6098P 4,591
+-0%
982 Core i5-2400 4,591
+-0%
983 Core i5-6360U 4,590
-0.1%
984 Core i5-2320 4,590
-0.1%
985 Xeon X5550 4,590
-0.1%

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Core i3-6300T Details

As of March 2026, the Intel Core i3-6300T remains a niche option in the desktop market, primarily due to its low power consumption and integrated graphics. Despite being released in 2015, the processor is still found in some budget and office systems where energy efficiency is prioritized over raw performance. Built on Intel’s Skylake microarchitecture at a 14 nm process node, the Core i3-6300T features a 2-core, 4-thread design with a base clock of 3.3 GHz and a locked multiplier, making it unsuitable for overclocking. Its TDP of just 35 W enables passive cooling in small form factor builds, though this comes at the cost of performance scaling. The chip supports DDR3L-1600 and DDR4-2133 memory across two channels, with a maximum bandwidth of 31.79 GiB/s and up to 64 GiB of system memory. L1, L2, and L3 cache sizes are 0.125 MiB, 0.5 MiB, and 4 MiB respectively, providing adequate data throughput for basic workloads.

The integrated HD Graphics 530 GPU offers 24 execution units capable of reaching a burst frequency of 950 MHz, supporting up to three displays and DirectX 12. While this GPU is capable of handling light gaming and video playback, it lacks the power for modern AAA titles or professional graphics workloads. The processor supports a wide range of instruction sets, including AVX, AVX2, AES-NI, and Intel’s virtualization technologies, making it suitable for virtualization and enterprise environments. Despite its age, the Core i3-6300T still holds relevance in legacy systems and embedded applications.

In benchmark testing, the Core i3-6300T achieves an overall score of 5108, placing it at #785 out of 2060 processors in the Passmark ranking. Its single-core score of 5419 ranks it at #621, indicating relatively strong performance per core for its class. However, the multicore score of 4641 places it at #1041, revealing that its two-core design limits its ability to scale in multi-threaded applications. The processor falls behind newer Intel models like the Core i3-6300 (score: 4640) and the Core i5-10500T (score: 5418), and even older chips like the Core i7-880 (score: 4642) in multicore workloads. This suggests that while the i3-6300T maintains competitive single-threaded performance, its dual-core architecture restricts its utility in modern multitasking and productivity environments.

The Core i3-6300T’s position in the broader performance hierarchy reflects its design as a low-power, entry-level processor. It competes with older desktop CPUs from both Intel and AMD, such as the FX-8310 and the Xeon E3-1285L v4, but lacks the performance headroom to justify its presence in current systems. While its TDP and integrated graphics make it ideal for compact, energy-efficient desktops, its age and limited core count make it unsuitable for users seeking modern performance. For those prioritizing efficiency over raw power, the i3-6300T remains a viable, albeit dated, option.
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Intel Core i3-6300T

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Core i3-6300T
Family: Core
Series: i3-6000
Model Number: i3-6300T
Cores: 2
Threads: 4
Base Frequency: 3300 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 33x (locked)
Microarchitecture: Skylake
Core Name: Skylake
Core Family: 6
Core Model: 94
Socket: LGA-1151
Package: FCLGA-1151
Chipset: Sunrise
Target Segment: Desktop
Max CPUs: 1
TDP: 35 W
Release Price: $147.00

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: 4 MiB

Memory Specifications

Supported Memory Type: 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
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 XFR SMT
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