Product Comparison: Intel Core i3-3210 vs Intel Core i3-2120

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Intel Core i3-3210 CPU Processor

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General Specifications

Brand

Intel

Model

Core i3-3210

Core i3-2120

Origin

China

About the Product

The Intel Core i3-3210 processor, developed using a 22nm process technology, is built on two Ivy Bridge cores capable of operating in 4-thread mode. The increase in performance is achieved through the use of Hyper-Threading technology.

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

4.6 in.

4.5 in.

Width

4.3 in.

3.4 in.

Depth

3.2 in.

2.4 in.

Weight

1.1 lbs.

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Details

Socket

FCLGA1155

Lithography

22 nm

32 nm

Type of Processors

Desktop

Code Name

Ivy Bridge

Sandy Bridge

What customers say about "Details"

Intel Core i3-3210 CPU Processor

I had built a new computer for a friend, it was easy to install.
The box cooler was easy to install. Great socket.
Great socket, good performance of cores.
I ordered this processor for a home PC, the chip and the cooler were installed easily, I recommend.
Socket 1155 is already outdated.

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

55 W

65 W

Max Temperature

65.3 °C

69.1 °C

Data Width

64 bits

Virtualization Technology

Yes

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What customers say about "Technical Specifications"

Intel Core i3-3210 CPU Processor

Cold, in a large enclosure 38-40 degrees in Silent mode.
Decent processor, for games and office work, the video on the CPU is enough for daily work.
Cool, fast, if for an office there is plenty of built-in graphics.
At idle 30-35 degrees, it does not rise above 50 at load! Great temps.
Very low power consumption and heat dissipation.

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

L3 Cache Size

3000 kB

Max Memory Size

32 GB

Memory Types

DDR3

Max Memory Channels

Max Memory Bandwidth

25.6 GB/s

21 GB/s

L1 Cache Size
Max Memory Channels

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What customers say about "Cache And Memory Specifications"

Intel Core i3-3210 CPU Processor

Support for 32GB of memory is a lot today, I like it.
This CPU has all three levels of cache, that's good. I can play games, use the Internet, and work without lags.
Good processor, the memory performance is impressive.
Cache is not enough for the me goals.
3Mb of cache is not enough for games.

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

Graphics Max Dynamic Frequency

1050 MHz

1100 MHz

Graphics Base Frequency

650 MHz

850 MHz

Processor Graphics

Intel HD Graphics 2500

Intel HD Graphics 2000