Core i3-6320

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Core i3-6320

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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 i3-6320 based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

5,568 Rank: 438
Rank Name Score Visual
434 Xeon W-2140B 5,578
+0.2%
435 Ryzen 3 3300X 5,572
+0.1%
436 Xeon E5-2643 v4 5,569
+0%
437 Ryzen 5 2600E 5,569
+0%
438 Core i3-6320 5,568
439 Xeon E5-2695 v4 5,566
+-0%
440 EPYC 7452 5,565
-0.1%
441 Core i5-1235U 5,563
-0.1%
442 Ryzen 7 1700X 5,562
-0.1%
443 Xeon W-3223 5,559
-0.2%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Core i3-6320 based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,951 Rank: 674
Rank Name Score Visual
670 Xeon Gold 6246 4,953
+0%
671 Core i5-6350HQ 4,953
+0%
672 Ryzen 3 3100 4,953
+0%
673 Xeon E3-1245 v3 4,952
+0%
674 Core i3-6320 4,951
675 Core i7-4820K 4,951
+0%
676 Core i7-4940MX 4,951
+0%
677 Xeon Silver 4214 4,950
+-0%
678 Xeon E3-1585 v5 4,949
+-0%
679 Xeon E5-2670 v2 4,949
+-0%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Core i3-6320 based on single-threaded benchmark results.

5,980 Rank: 277
Rank Name Score Visual
273 Ryzen Threadripper 3960X 5,994
+0.2%
274 Xeon E-2136 5,989
+0.2%
275 Core i3-8350K 5,989
+0.2%
276 Core i5-6600K 5,983
+0.1%
277 Core i3-6320 5,980
278 Xeon W-3375 5,980
+0%
279 Xeon E-2186M 5,973
-0.1%
280 Ryzen 7 PRO 6850U 5,972
-0.1%
281 Xeon W-1290E 5,971
-0.2%
282 Ryzen 7 6800U 5,965
-0.3%

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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 i3-6320 based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,582 Rank: 1019
Rank Name Score Visual
1015 Core i5-2300 4,583
+0%
1016 A10-6790K 4,583
+0%
1017 Core i5-760 4,583
+0%
1018 Pentium Gold G5600 4,582
+0%
1019 Core i3-6320 4,582
1020 A10-5800B 4,582
+0%
1021 Pentium Gold G6405 4,582
+0%
1022 Core i7-7567U 4,581
+-0%
1023 Core i5-7260U 4,581
+-0%
1024 Core i3-6300 4,581
+-0%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Core i3-6320 based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

4,567 Rank: 1005
Rank Name Score Visual
1001 Pentium Gold G6405 4,568
+0%
1002 Core i5-6442EQ 4,567
+0%
1003 Xeon E5-2603 v4 4,567
+0%
1004 Core i3-7100 4,567
+0%
1005 Core i3-6320 4,567
1006 Xeon E5620 4,567
+0%
1007 Core i7-2635QM 4,566
+-0%
1008 Core i3-6300 4,566
+-0%
1009 Ryzen 3 2200U 4,566
+-0%
1010 Xeon W3520 4,566
+-0%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Core i3-6320 based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,619 Rank: 916
Rank Name Score Visual
912 Ryzen 7 2700U 4,620
+0%
913 Core i7-3632QM 4,620
+0%
914 Core i5-3570S 4,620
+0%
915 Xeon E3-1230 4,620
+0%
916 Core i3-6320 4,619
917 Core i7-3612QM 4,619
+0%
918 Ryzen 5 PRO 3500U 4,618
+-0%
919 Core i3-7300 4,617
+-0%
920 Core i5-6287U 4,616
-0.1%
921 Core i5-3470 4,616
-0.1%

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Core i3-6320 Details

As of March 2026, the Intel Core i3-6320 remains a relevant entry in the mid-tier desktop processor landscape, though its origins trace back to September 2015. Built on the Skylake microarchitecture and fabricated on a 14 nm process, the i3-6320 is designed for mainstream desktop systems using the LGA-1151 socket. With a TDP of 51 W, it offers a balanced power envelope suitable for general-purpose computing and light productivity tasks. The processor features two cores with four threads enabled via Intel Hyper-Threading, allowing it to handle multithreaded workloads more efficiently than a traditional dual-core design.

The Core i3-6320 operates at a base frequency of 3.9 GHz, with a locked multiplier limiting overclocking potential. It includes 4 MB of L3 cache, which aids in reducing memory latency for frequently accessed data. The integrated Intel HD Graphics 530 GPU supports up to three displays and delivers a maximum frequency of 1150 MHz, making it capable of handling basic multimedia and light gaming. Memory support includes DDR3L-1600 and DDR4-2133, with a dual-channel interface and a maximum bandwidth of 34.1 GB/s. The processor also supports modern features such as AVX, AVX2, AES-NI, and Intel Virtualization Technology, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of software.

In benchmark testing, the Core i3-6320 achieves an overall score of 5568, placing it at #438 among 2060 processors. Its single-core performance scores 5980, ranking it #277, indicating strong efficiency for tasks that rely heavily on clock speed and single-threaded performance. However, its multicore score of 4951 places it at #674, revealing a performance gap when handling highly parallelized workloads. This suggests the i3-6320 is best suited for users who prioritize responsiveness and efficiency over raw computational power.

Compared to its peers, the i3-6320 competes with processors like the Ryzen 3 3100 and Xeon E3-1245 v3, both of which offer similar multicore performance but differ in architecture and feature sets. While it trails behind modern high-end CPUs such as the Ryzen Threadripper 9995WX or Core Ultra 9 285K, its performance is still respectable for budget builds and entry-level workstations. Its integration of advanced instruction sets and virtualization support further enhances its appeal for users requiring software compatibility and system security features.

In conclusion, the Core i3-6320 remains a viable option for basic desktop computing, office applications, and casual multimedia use. Its strong single-core performance makes it suitable for everyday tasks, while its integrated graphics reduce the need for a discrete GPU in low-demand scenarios. However, for users requiring intensive multitasking, content creation, or gaming, more modern processors with higher core counts and faster memory support would be better suited. As of 2026, the i3-6320 continues to serve as a cost-effective solution for entry-level systems.
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Intel Core i3-6320

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Core i3-6320
Family: Core
Series: i3-6000
Model Number: i3-6320
Cores: 2
Threads: 4
Base Frequency: 3900 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 39x (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: 51 W
Release Price: $157.00

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: 1150 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 SenseMI Boost 2 TSX SMT XFR 2
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