Yes, the i3 10100f pairs well with the RX 6600.
Yes, the i3 10100f pairs well with the RX 6600.
Unless you're running highly demanding CPU games, the i3 10100F and RX 6600 make a sensible combination. The RX 6600 performs similarly to the GTX 1080, while the 10100F matches the i7 6700's power level. People used to pair them back then. The main change is that modern titles often require more CPU power, but for most games you should be okay.
I observed videos in Valorant using i3 10100, consistently achieving 150-200fps regardless of GPU. I considered upgrading to a 240hz monitor.
For CPU-heavy games, boosting performance usually means a stronger processor, not just a better graphics card. Even a jump to a 10400 won’t make much difference if you’re still limited by single-thread speed. In Valorant, achieving over 240 frames per second consistently is rare, but you can see this in a clip showing an i9 12900K with an RTX 3080 at low settings. The video shows FPS dropping below 240 as the game progresses. If you’re playing Valorant, your current setup should handle it just fine. Lowering the resolution to 1080p low will let your GTX 1650 run smoothly.