Intel Core i3-6006U
About processor
The Intel Core i3-6006U processor is a solid choice for budget-friendly laptops. With a code name of SkyLake and built on a 14nm technology, this processor delivers reliable performance for everyday computing tasks.
With two cores and four threads, the i3-6006U has a total TDP of 15W, making it energy efficient and ideal for portable devices. The integrated Intel HD Graphics 520 also provides decent graphics performance for light gaming and multimedia tasks.
In terms of real-world performance, the i3-6006U processor handles multitasking with ease and is capable of running office applications, web browsing, and media consumption without any lag. It may struggle with more demanding tasks such as video editing and 3D rendering, but for the average user, it offers a smooth and responsive experience.
According to Geekbench 6 benchmarks, the i3-6006U scores 643 in single-core performance and 1325 in multi-core performance, which is respectable for a processor in this price range.
Overall, the Intel Core i3-6006U is a reliable and affordable processor that offers good performance for everyday computing needs, making it a suitable choice for budget laptops.
Basic
Label Name
Intel
Platform
Mobile
Launch Date
October 2016
Model Name
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The Intel processor number is just one of several factors - along with processor brand, system configurations, and system-level benchmarks - to be considered when choosing the right processor for your computing needs.
i3-6006U
Code Name
SkyLake
CPU Specifications
Total Cores
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Cores is a hardware term that describes the number of independent central processing units in a single computing component (die or chip).
2
Total Threads
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Where applicable, Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology is only available on Performance-cores.
4
Basic Frequency
2.00 GHz
CPU Socket
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The socket is the component that provides the mechanical and electrical connections between the processor and motherboard.
FCBGA1356
Technology
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Lithography refers to the semiconductor technology used to manufacture an integrated circuit, and is reported in nanometer (nm), indicative of the size of features built on the semiconductor.
14 nm
TDP
15 W
Max. Operating Temperature
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Junction Temperature is the maximum temperature allowed at the processor die.
100°C
PCI Express Version
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PCI Express Revision is the supported version of the PCI Express standard. Peripheral Component Interconnect Express (or PCIe) is a high-speed serial computer expansion bus standard for attaching hardware devices to a computer. The different PCI Express versions support different data rates.
3.0
Instruction Set
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The instruction set is a hard program stored inside the CPU that guides and optimizes CPU operations. With these instruction sets, the CPU can run more efficiently. There are many manufacturers that design CPUs, which results in different instruction sets, such as the 8086 instruction set for the Intel camp and the RISC instruction set for the ARM camp. x86, ARM v8, and MIPS are all codes for instruction sets. Instruction sets can be extended; for example, x86 added 64-bit support to create x86-64. Manufacturers developing CPUs that are compatible with a certain instruction set need authorization from the instruction set patent holder. A typical example is Intel authorizing AMD, enabling the latter to develop CPUs compatible with the x86 instruction set.
64-bit
Memory Specifications
Memory Type
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Intel® processors come in four different types: Single Channel, Dual Channel, Triple Channel, and Flex Mode. Maximum supported memory speed may be lower when populating multiple DIMMs per channel on products that support multiple memory channels.
DDR4-2133 | LPDDR3-1866 | DDR3L-1600
Max Memory Size
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Max memory size refers to the maximum memory capacity supported by the processor.
32 GB
Memory Channels
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The number of memory channels refers to the bandwidth operation for real world application.
2
Max Memory Bandwidth
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Max Memory bandwidth is the maximum rate at which data can be read from or stored into a semiconductor memory by the processor (in GB/s).
34.1 GB/s
Bus Speed
4 GT/s
GPU Specifications
Integrated Graphics Model
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An integrated GPU refers to the graphics core that is integrated into the CPU processor. Leveraging the processor's powerful computational capabilities and intelligent power efficiency management, it delivers outstanding graphics performance and a smooth application experience at a lower power consumption.
Intel® HD Graphics 520
Graphics Frequency
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Graphics max dynamic frequency refers to the maximum opportunistic graphics render clock frequency (in MHz) that can be supported using Intel® HD Graphics with Dynamic Frequency feature.
900 MHz
Benchmarks
Geekbench 6
Single Core
Score
643
Geekbench 6
Multi Core
Score
1325
Geekbench 5
Single Core
Score
475
Geekbench 5
Multi Core
Score
1068
Passmark CPU
Single Core
Score
1163
Passmark CPU
Multi Core
Score
2283
Compared to Other CPU
Geekbench 6 Single Core
Geekbench 6 Multi Core
Geekbench 5 Single Core
Geekbench 5 Multi Core
Passmark CPU Single Core
Passmark CPU Multi Core