Product Comparison: Intel Core i3-3120M vs Intel Core i5-3210M
General Specifications
Brand
Intel
Intel
Model
Core i3-3120M
Core i5-3210M
Origin
China
China
About the Product
Intel Core i3-3120M is a dual-core laptop processor based on the Ivy Bridge architecture. Thanks to Hyper-Threading Technology, its two cores can simultaneously process up to four data streams, which makes better use of processor resources.
This is Ivy Bridge architecture notebook processor primarily aimed at office systems. It has 2 cores and 4 threads, and is based on 22 nm manufacturing technology, with a maximum frequency of 3100 MHz and a locked multiplier.
Package Size
Height
6.9 in.
4.48 in.
Width
3.4 in.
4.4 in.
Depth
2.4 in.
1.6 in.
Weight
1.12 lbs.
Details
Socket
FCPGA988
FCPGA988
Lithography
22 nm
22 nm
Type of Processors
Mobile
Mobile
Code Name
Ivy Bridge
Ivy Bridge
What customers say about "Details"
Intel Core i3-3120M CPU Processor
- Well made CPU, works good, installed fast.
- The FCPGA988 socket is still valid.
- Excellent processor performance due to a good socket.
- The processor on the FCPGA988 socket is an excellent variant for an upgrade.
- I like this CPU, installed easily. After the upgrade, my laptop ran much faster.
Intel Core i5-3210M Mobile Processor
- Cannot go wrong. Good socket for me.
- Except for value for money. Good mobile processor.
- Easy install. Cannot go wrong with Intel CPUs.
- Good value for the price. Installation was easy.
- What you just need! Product is awesome, easy to install.
Technical Specifications
CPU Cores
2
2
CPU Threads
4
4
Clock Speed
2.5 GHz
2.5 GHz
Max TDP
35 W
35 W
Max Temperature
90 °C
105 °C
Data Width
64 bits
64 bits
Virtualization Technology
Yes
Yes
Turbo Clock Speed
3.1 GHz
What customers say about "Technical Specifications"
Intel Core i3-3120M CPU Processor
- Good CPU for work. Enough performance for any workload.
- Works well and fast, notebook stay cool!
- Good energy efficiency, with this processor the laptop stopped overheating.
- Satisfied with the purchase, powerful and stable processor. Doesn't overheat and doesn't lag.
- Having trouble with Windows 10 after install.
Intel Core i5-3210M Mobile Processor
- Out of the box mine boosted all cores. Fast!
- Good prices. Fast. Great for gaming.
- Call of duty games (no over clock) super fast running Mac OS. I recommend this processor.
- I really like how fast it is. Perfect mobile processor.
- Speedy for the price. Would recommend.
Cache And Memory Specifications
L1 Cache Size
128 kB
128 kB
L2 Cache Size
512 kB
512 kB
L3 Cache Size
3000 kB
3000 kB
Max Memory Size
32 GB
32 GB
Memory Types
DDR3/L/-RS
DDR3
Max Memory Channels
2
2
Max Memory Bandwidth
25.6 GB/s
25.6 GB/s
What customers say about "Cache And Memory Specifications"
Intel Core i3-3120M CPU Processor
- Supports up to 32GB RAM, that's impressive for notebook CPU.
- It has fast memory bandwidth and supports 32GB RAM, I like this processor.
- Using 16Gb of RAM is enough for work, films, or something else.
- 3Mb cache is enough for office tasks.
- This processor has quite powerful characteristics of both the memory and the cores.
Intel Core i5-3210M Mobile Processor
- Good works with my Kingston memory.
- Great processor for my needs. Good for my memory.
- Good support memory on this. Perfect product, I like it.
- It's working just fine. Memory support is good. Ideal for me.
- This didn't work with my memory.
Graphics Specifications
DirectX* Support
11
11
Graphics Output
eDP/DP/HDMI/SDVO/CRT
eDP/DP/HDMI/SDVO/CRT
Graphics Video Max Memory
2 GB
2 GB
Graphics Max Dynamic Frequency
1100 MHz
1.1 MHz
Graphics Base Frequency
650 MHz
650 MHz
Processor Graphics
Intel HD Graphics 4000
Intel HD Graphics 4000
Supported Technologies
Execute Disable Bit / Virus Protection
Yes
Yes
Turbo Boost / Turbo Core
No
Yes
Enhanced SpeedStep / PowerNow!
Yes
Yes
Hyper-Threading / HyperTransport
Yes
Yes
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer Warranty
3 year(s)
3 year(s)
Certifications
CE, FCC
CE, FCC
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