Intel Core i3-10110Y vs Intel Core i3-6100 Comparison

The Verdict

The Intel Core i3-10110Y is the faster processor in every recorded benchmark, but it is not the right choice for every desktop. The data shows a clean sweep: 5 benchmark wins for the i3-10110Y, 0 for the i3-6100. The 10110Y leads by margins between 18.3% and 19.1% across all Cinebench tests. However, the 10110Y is a 9W mobile part on a BGA 1440 socket, while the 6100 is a 51W desktop chip on Socket 1151. If you are building a desktop with an existing 1151 motherboard and DDR4 memory, the 6100 is the practical pick. If you are assembling a low-power, fanless, or ultra-compact mobile system, the 10110Y is the stronger performer per watt. The 6100 uses DDR4, the 10110Y uses DDR3, so memory choice also influences the decision. Neither chip is a modern powerhouse: both sit at the 24th percentile among all CPUs. The 10110Y offers better single-core and multi-core scores, but you must accept its mobile-only socket and older DDR3 memory support.

Architecture Differences

Both processors are built on Intel's 14 nm process and share the same core topology: 2 cores, 4 threads, 64 KB L1 per core, 256 KB L2 per core, and 4 MB shared L3 cache. The architectures diverge at the generation level. The 10110Y uses Comet Lake (Comet Lake-Y), while the 6100 uses Skylake. The 10110Y has a base clock of 1000 MHz and a boost clock of 4.00 GHz. The 6100 has a base clock of 3.70 GHz and no boost clock field in the database. The 10110Y's TDP is 9W, the 6100's is 51W, which explains the 10110Y's mobile focus. The 10110Y supports DDR3 memory, the 6100 supports DDR4 with dual-channel memory bus and 34.1 GB/s bandwidth. The 6100 also carries a larger transistor count (1,400 million) and a die size of 150 mm², while the 10110Y has no recorded transistor or die size. The 6100's PCIe is Gen 3 with 16 lanes (CPU only); the 10110Y has no PCIe field. Integrated graphics differ: the 10110Y has UHD Graphics, the 6100 has Intel HD 530. The 10110Y was released in August 2019, the 6100 in August 2015. Both are marked as Active in production status.

Where Each One Wins

The i3-10110Y wins every single benchmark recorded in the head-to-head data. It is faster in multi-core and single-core tests across all Cinebench versions. The largest margin is 19.1% in Cinebench R20 single-core, and the smallest is 18.3% in Cinebench R15 multi-core. This suggests the 10110Y has a consistent per-thread advantage, likely due to its high boost clock of 4.00 GHz compared to the 6100's 3.70 GHz base. For workloads that are not heavily threaded, like everyday office tasks, web browsing, or old games, the 10110Y will feel noticeably snappier. For multi-threaded tasks, the same 18.6% lead appears in R20 and R23 multi-core, so it is not just a single-core fluke. The 6100 does not win any benchmark, but its platform still has value. The 6100 supports DDR4 memory and PCIe Gen 3 with 16 lanes, which are more modern standards than the 10110Y's DDR3 and lack of PCIe data. If you are building a desktop with existing DDR4 modules and a 1150 motherboard, the 6100 avoids the cost of new memory. The 10110Y is strictly better in compute performance, but you must pair it with DDR3, which is older and slower in bandwidth (though the 6100 has a recorded 34.1 GB/s, the 10110Y has no bandwidth figure). In short, the 10110Y wins every compute test; the 6100 wins on platform compatibility for desktop users.

FAQ

Q: Which CPU is faster in multi-core workloads?

A: The i3-10110Y is faster. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, it scores 2640 versus the 6100's 2226, a 18.6% advantage. The same margin appears in R20 multi-core (1108 vs 934) and R15 multi-core (265 vs 224).

Q: Does the i3-6100 have any benchmark win over the 10110Y?

A: No. In the recorded head-to-head data, the 10110Y wins all 5 tests. The 6100's average benchmark score is 888, while the 10110Y's is 908, so the 10110Y is also higher in the aggregate.

Q: What memory type does each CPU support?

A: The 10110Y supports DDR3, while the 6100 supports DDR4. The 6100 also has a dual-channel memory bus and a recorded memory bandwidth of 34.1 GB/s; the 10110Y has no recorded memory bus or bandwidth.

Q: Are they the same socket?

A: No. The 10110Y uses Intel BGA 1440, which is a mobile socket. The 6100 uses Intel Socket 1151, a desktop socket. They are not interchangeable.

Q: What is the TDP difference?

A: The 10110Y has a TDP of 9W, while the 6100 has a TDP of 51W. This makes the 10110Y suitable for low-power mobile designs, while the 6100 is a typical desktop part.

Q: Is the 10110Y a newer processor?

A: Yes. The 10110Y was released on August 20, 2019, while the 6100 was released on August 31, 2015. Both are still listed as Active in production.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The head-to-head data shows a uniform victory for the i3-10110Y across all recorded Cinebench tests. The smallest margin is in Cinebench R15 multi-core: 265 vs 224, a delta of 18.3%. In Cinebench R20 multi-core, the 10110Y scores 1108 against 934, an 18.6% lead. The same 18.6% appears in R23 multi-core (2640 vs 2226). Single-core tests show an even larger gap: R20 single-core is 156 vs 131 (19.1% delta), and R23 single-core is 372 vs 314 (18.5% delta). The 10110Y's boost clock of 4.00 GHz likely explains the single-core advantage, while the 6100 is stuck at a 3.70 GHz base with no boost. For multi-core, the 10110Y's higher per-core performance carries over, even though both parts have 2 cores and 4 threads. The 6100's average benchmark score is 888, which is below the 10110Y's 908 average. The 6100 also has a Geekbench multi-core score of 1605 and single-core of 785, but these are not in the head-to-head table, so they are not used for comparison. Overall, the 10110Y is 18.3% to 19.1% faster than the 6100 in every compute test, making it a clear winner for raw processing power.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in several key specifications. The 10110Y has a base clock of 1000 MHz and a boost clock of 4.00 GHz; the 6100 has a base clock of 3.70 GHz and no boost clock. The 10110Y has a TDP of 9W, the 6100 has a TDP of 51W. The socket differs: 10110Y uses Intel BGA 1440, 6100 uses Intel Socket 1151. The architecture and codename differ: 10110Y is Comet Lake (Comet Lake-Y), 6100 is Skylake. The 10110Y is listed as Core i3 (Comet Lake-Y) generation, while the 6100 is Core i3 (Skylake). The process node is the same at 14 nm. The 6100 has recorded transistor count of 1,400 million and die size of 150 mm², while the 10110Y has no such data. Memory support differs: 10110Y uses DDR3, 6100 uses DDR4 with dual-channel bus and 34.1 GB/s bandwidth. The 6100 has PCIe Gen 3, 16 Lanes (CPU only); the 10110Y has no PCIe field. Integrated graphics differ: 10110Y has UHD Graphics, 6100 has Intel HD 530. The market segment differs: 10110Y is Mobile, 6100 is Desktop. The 6100 has a recorded part number SR2HG; the 10110Y has none. Release dates differ: 10110Y is 2019-08-20, 6100 is 2015-08-31. Both have 2 cores, 4 threads, 64 KB L1 per core, 256 KB L2 per core, and 4 MB shared L3. Neither supports ECC memory, neither has an unlocked multiplier. The 10110Y has no launch MSRP, and the 6100 has no launch MSRP either.