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CPU Comparison: FPS, Specs & Value

Core i7-9800X vs Core i3-6100

The Core i7-9800X is faster than the Core i3-6100 on average across 100+ games. However, it's a much worse value for money, as it's $719.15 more expensive!

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CPU

$765.00View CPUAll CPUs

Up to 22% faster on average across 100+ games
Is 3 years and 2 months newer
Available for $765.00

CPU

$44.05View CPUAll CPUs

FPS Comparison Across Popular Games

Predicted average FPS at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K, based on real game benchmarks.

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Quality

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League of Legends2009

224FPS

191FPS

543FPS

496FPS

Dota 22013

Core i7-9800X

193FPS

Core i3-6100

181FPS

Grand Theft Auto V2013

Core i7-9800X

205FPS

Core i3-6100

200FPS

Escape From Tarkov2017

Core i7-9800X

222FPS

Core i3-6100

216FPS

Fortnite2017

Core i7-9800X

327FPS

Core i3-6100

325FPS

Valorant2020

Core i7-9800X

597FPS

Core i3-6100

572FPS

Overwatch 22023

Core i7-9800X

522FPS

Core i3-6100

517FPS

Specs & Benchmark Comparison

Side-by-side specs, synthetic benchmarks, and key hardware differences.

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Core i7-9800X

30%

Core i3-6100

22%

Core i7-9800X ranks 8 points higher.

Coreshelp

Core i7-9800X

Core i3-6100

Core i7-9800X has 6 more cores.

Threadshelp

Core i7-9800X

Core i3-6100

Core i7-9800X has 12 more threads.

L3 Cachehelp

Core i7-9800X

16.5 MB

Core i3-6100

4 MB

Core i7-9800X has 12.5 MB more L3 cache.

Base Frequencyhelp

Core i7-9800X

3.8 GHz

Core i3-6100

3.7 GHz

Core i7-9800X has a 3% higher base clock.

Turbo Frequencyhelp

4.5 GHz

TDPhelp

165W

51W

Core i3-6100 draws 114W less power.

Pricehelp

Core i7-9800X

$765.00

Core i3-6100

$44.05

Core i3-6100 is $720.95 cheaper.

Core i7-9800XCore i3-6100

LGA2066

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LGA1151

Skylake-X

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Skylake

Desktop

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Desktop

No Integrated Graphics

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Intel HD 530

2666 MHz (DDR4)

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2133 MHz (DDR4)

Overclockable

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Not Overclockable

Frequently Asked Questions

compare_arrowsWhich is better, Core i7-9800X or Core i3-6100?expand_more

The Core i7-9800X. It's 35% faster than the Core i3-6100 on average across 100+ games, scoring 31/100 vs 23/100 in our gaming rating.

speedHow much faster is Core i7-9800X than Core i3-6100?expand_more

35% faster on average. The gap varies by game and resolution, check the per-game FPS comparison above.

aspect_ratioWhich is better for 1440p and 4K gaming, Core i7-9800X or Core i3-6100?expand_more

The Core i7-9800X is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.

paidIs the Core i7-9800X worth buying in 2026?expand_more

It scores 31/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most CPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.

differenceWhat is the difference between Core i7-9800X and Core i3-6100?expand_more

Performance: Core i7-9800X scores 31/100, Core i3-6100 scores 23/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.

compressWill the Core i7-9800X or Core i3-6100 bottleneck my PC?expand_more

Depends on the rest of your build, especially your GPU. Swap the paired GPU in the FPS section above to see if it limits performance, or use our bottleneck calculator for a full analysis.

upgradeIs it worth upgrading to the Core i7-9800X or Core i3-6100?expand_more

The Core i7-9800X is the stronger pick at 31/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.