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CPU Comparison: FPS, Specs & Value

Core i5-12450HX vs Core i3-6100

The Core i5-12450HX is much faster than the Core i3-6100 on average across 100+ games. We cannot compare value as at least one CPU is out of stock.

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Up to 59% faster on average across 100+ games
Is 6 years and 9 months newer
Available for $284

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FPS Comparison Across Popular Games

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

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Escape From Tarkov2017

Core i5-12450HX

237FPS

Core i3-6100

215FPS

Elden Ring2022

Core i5-12450HX

162FPS

Core i3-6100

149FPS

League of Legends2009

Core i5-12450HX

297FPS

Core i3-6100

183FPS

Grand Theft Auto V2013

Core i5-12450HX

214FPS

Core i3-6100

199FPS

Valorant2020

Core i5-12450HX

667FPS

Core i3-6100

566FPS

Apex Legends2019

Core i5-12450HX

372FPS

Core i3-6100

366FPS

Fortnite2017

Core i5-12450HX

332FPS

Core i3-6100

324FPS

Overwatch 22023

Core i5-12450HX

539FPS

Core i3-6100

516FPS

Specs & Benchmark Comparison

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

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Core i5-12450HX

55%

Core i3-6100

23%

Core i5-12450HX ranks 32 points higher.

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Core i5-12450HX

Core i3-6100

Core i5-12450HX has 6 more cores.

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Core i5-12450HX

Core i3-6100

Core i5-12450HX has 8 more threads.

L3 Cachehelp

Core i5-12450HX

12 MB

Core i3-6100

4 MB

Core i5-12450HX has 8 MB more L3 cache.

Base Frequencyhelp

Core i5-12450HX

2.4 GHz

Core i3-6100

3.7 GHz

Core i3-6100 has a 54% higher base clock.

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4.4 GHz

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55W

51W

Core i3-6100 draws 4W less power.

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Core i5-12450HX

Core i3-6100

$44.94

Core i5-12450HXCore i3-6100

Intel BGA 1964

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LGA1151

Alder Lake-HX

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Skylake

Mobile

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Desktop

UHD Graphics 710

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Intel HD 530

3200 MHz (DDR4), 4800 MHz (DDR5)

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2133 MHz (DDR4)

Overclockable

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Not Overclockable

Frequently Asked Questions

compare_arrowsWhich is better, Core i5-12450HX or Core i3-6100?expand_more

The Core i5-12450HX. It's 141% faster than the Core i3-6100 on average across 100+ games, scoring 53/100 vs 22/100 in our gaming rating.

speedHow much faster is Core i5-12450HX than Core i3-6100?expand_more

141% 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 i5-12450HX or Core i3-6100?expand_more

The Core i5-12450HX is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.

paidIs the Core i5-12450HX worth buying in 2026?expand_more

It scores 53/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most CPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.

differenceWhat is the difference between Core i5-12450HX and Core i3-6100?expand_more

Performance: Core i5-12450HX scores 53/100, Core i3-6100 scores 22/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.

compressWill the Core i5-12450HX 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 i5-12450HX or Core i3-6100?expand_more

The Core i5-12450HX is the stronger pick at 53/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.