Product Comparison: Intel Core i3-530 vs Intel Core i3-2120


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Intel Core i3-530 CPU Processor
Intel Core i3-2120 CPU Processor
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General Specifications
Brand
Intel
Intel
Model
Core i3-530
Core i3-2120
Origin
Costa Rica
China
About the Product
This is Clarkdale architecture desktop processor primarily aimed at office systems. It has 2 cores and 4 threads, and is based on 32 nm manufacturing technology, with a maximum frequency of 2930 MHz.
The Intel Core i3 processor features Intel Hyper-Threading Technology, which allows each processor core to simultaneously perform two tasks and provides the performance you need to multitask in your home and office.
Package Size
Height
4.9 in.
4.5 in.
Width
4.4 in.
3.4 in.
Depth
1.5 in.
2.4 in.
Weight
1.3 lbs.
1.1 lbs.
Details
Socket
FCLGA1156
FCLGA1155
Lithography
32 nm
32 nm
Type of Processors
Desktop
Desktop
Code Name
Clarkdale
Sandy Bridge
What customers say about "Details"
Intel Core i3-530 CPU Processor
  • A reasonable price for a processor with such a socket.
  • The first time I met such a socket, it was installed easily.
  • Surprisingly, LGA1156 has pretty good performance.
  • The socket 1156 processor is easy to install into the motherboard.
  • This socket has good performance, I love it!
Intel Core i3-2120 CPU Processor
  • I put it into a new Asrock motherboard. I like it.
  • Quiet, even with standard cpu fan/cooler.
  • I don't find any problem with the included Intel CPU cooling fan. Easy to install.
  • Since Turbo Boost is not possible, the standard fan/heatsink is more than sufficient. Great socket.
  • CPU have 4 cores and run really smooth.
Technical Specifications
CPU Cores
2
2
CPU Threads
4
4
Clock Speed
2.93 GHz
3.3 GHz
Max TDP
73 W
65 W
Max Temperature
72.6 °C
69.1 °C
Data Width
64 bits
64 bits
Virtualization Technology
Yes
Yes
What customers say about "Technical Specifications"
Intel Core i3-530 CPU Processor
  • It does not heat up despite the integrated video core.
  • The integrated video core is very good, you can play games.
  • Support for the latest computing and other technologies at the moment.
  • Excellent overclocking potential, 3.65 and everything work stably.
  • The nice built-in video that is good enough for surfing the internet and video in FHD.
Intel Core i3-2120 CPU Processor
  • 3.3Ghz this CPU will give you solid performance for most everyday tasks.
  • With 4 threads (to physical cores w/ hyper-threading) and a clock speed of 3.3Ghz this CPU will give you solid performance for most everyday tasks.
  • 2 cores, 4 threads, good built-in video graphics, and faster than my old i5 laptop!
  • Fast dual-core processor, and I can't really tell the difference between this and my quad-core i5-2500K on regular Internet browsing and word processing tasks.
  • Fast, same WEI score as the older Lynnfield.
Cache And Memory Specifications
L1 Cache Size
128 kB
64 kB
L2 Cache Size
512 kB
512 kB
L3 Cache Size
4000 kB
3000 kB
Max Memory Size
16.38 GB
32 GB
Memory Types
DDR3
DDR3
Max Memory Channels
2
2
Max Memory Bandwidth
21 GB/s
21 GB/s
What customers say about "Cache And Memory Specifications"
Intel Core i3-530 CPU Processor
  • All three cache levels show full size in benchmarks.
  • Excellent memory for an office PC, I like it.
  • Use 16GB RAM and can play games on integrated graphics.
  • Intel's Smart cache always works well!
  • Supports only up to 16GB of RAM. This is not enough.
Intel Core i3-2120 CPU Processor
  • I am running a small machine with this CPU, 8Ghz of cheap RAM, and a bargain Mobo. Works great.
  • It is running perfectly along with 4 GB of RAM and a GTX 560, this combination is good enough to max out any game.
  • I bought this item with a kit, a motherboard and ram memories, this, too, surpassed my expectations in quality and performance, 100 % matches the seller's description.
  • It would be nice if it came with a higher HD graphics chipset and the ability to use more shared RAM.
  • This is the sandly one and memory is locked to 1333 while the ivy one has 1600 plus runs cooler and less the 20 more.
Graphics Specifications
DirectX* Support
10.1
10.1
Graphics Base Frequency
733 MHz
850 MHz
Processor Graphics
Intel HD Graphics for Previous Generation Intel Processors
Intel HD Graphics 2000
Graphics Max Dynamic Frequency
1100 MHz
Supported Technologies
Execute Disable Bit / Virus Protection
Yes
Yes
Turbo Boost / Turbo Core
No
No
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
Other Information
Manufacturer
Link
Link
Manual
link

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