Product Comparison: AMD Athlon II X2 B26 vs Intel Core i3-2120

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AMD Athlon II X2 B26 CPU Processor

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Intel Core i3-2120 CPU Processor

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General Specifications

Brand

AMD

Intel

Model

Athlon II X2 B26

Core i3-2120

Origin

Malaysia

China

About the Product

AMD Athlon II X2 B26 is a 2-core processor with a clock speed of 3200 MHz and a level 2 cache of 2048 KB. The processor is designed for desktop computers, socket - Socket AM3, Socket AM2 +.

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

5 in.

4.5 in.

Width

5 in.

3.4 in.

Depth

3.3 in.

2.4 in.

Weight

1.8 lbs.

1.1 lbs.

AMD Athlon II X2 B26

Intel Core i3-2120

AMD Athlon II X2 B26

Intel Core i3-2120

AMD Athlon II X2 B26

Intel Core i3-2120

Details

Socket

AM3

FCLGA1155

Lithography

45 nm

32 nm

Type of Processors

Desktop

Code Name

Regor

Sandy Bridge

What customers say about "Details"

AMD Athlon II X2 B26 CPU Processor

This is an AM3 socket compatible processor.
Can be used on any AM3 socket motherboard without needing bios updates.
AM3 socket compatibility allows for me to upgrade in the future.
Impressive for the low cost. Easy to install with AM3 socket.
It is a perfect choice with AM3 socket for a media center PC.

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

CPU Threads

Clock Speed

3.2 GHz

3.3 GHz

Max TDP

65 W

Max Temperature

74 °C

69.1 °C

Data Width

64 bits

Virtualization Technology

Yes

AMD Athlon II X2 B26

Intel Core i3-2120

AMD Athlon II X2 B26

Intel Core i3-2120

AMD Athlon II X2 B26

Intel Core i3-2120

AMD Athlon II X2 B26

Intel Core i3-2120

AMD Athlon II X2 B26

Intel Core i3-2120

What customers say about "Technical Specifications"

AMD Athlon II X2 B26 CPU Processor

The CPU was fast, responsive, and everything looked so smooth. Excellent!
My new system is fast and responsive!
This processor is perfect for a lightning fast for all my tasks.
I was very impressed with how well this CPU performs. Really fast processor in my build.
I didn't get this processor for gaming. Very slow!

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

256 kB

64 kB

L2 Cache Size

2000 kB

512 kB

Max Memory Size

32 GB

Memory Types

DDR3

Max Memory Channels

Max Memory Bandwidth

12.8 GB/s

21 GB/s

L3 Cache Size

3000 kB

L1 Cache Size
Max Memory Channels

AMD Athlon II X2 B26

Intel Core i3-2120

AMD Athlon II X2 B26

Intel Core i3-2120

What customers say about "Cache And Memory Specifications"

AMD Athlon II X2 B26 CPU Processor

It's good for my build. Works well with my memory.
DDR4 memory type support. Good for me.
Coupled with the right memory, case, motherboard and other components this can be a quality processor. Would recommend.
This is a top notch processor with good memory support.
This thing plays older games great and makes a fantastic office PC. Supported my memory well.

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.

Supported Technologies

Execute Disable Bit / Virus Protection

Yes

Turbo Boost / Turbo Core

Enhanced SpeedStep / PowerNow!

Yes

Hyper-Threading / HyperTransport

Yes