Intel Core i3-1000NG4 vs Intel Core i5-3427U

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Intel Core i3-1000NG4 or Intel Core i3-1000NG4 – which processor offers superior performance? In this comparison, we examine disparities and assess which of these two CPUs outperforms the other. We delve into technical specifications and benchmark outcomes.
The Intel Core i3-1000NG4 features 4 processor cores and has the capability to manage 8 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q2/2020 and belongs to the 10 generation of the Intel Core i3 series.
To use the Intel Core i3-1000NG4, you'll need a motherboard with a BGA 1377 socket.
The Intel Core i5-3427U features 2 processor cores and has the capability to manage 4 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q2/2012 and belongs to the 3 generation of the Intel Core i5 series.
To use the Intel Core i5-3427U, you'll need a motherboard with a BGA 1023 socket.
Intel Core i3 Family Intel Core i5
Mobile Segment Mobile
Intel Core i3-1000NG4 Name Intel Core i5-3427U
Intel Core i 1000G/10000U Group Intel Core i 3000U
10 Generation 3
 
 

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

The Intel Core i3-1000NG4 has 4 CPU cores and can calculate 8 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core i3-1000NG4 is 1.1 GHz
and turbo frequency for one core is 3.2 GHz.
The Intel Core i5-3427U has 2 CPU cores and can calculate 4 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core i5-3427U is 1.8 GHz
and turbo frequency for one core is 2.8 GHz.
4x Cores 2x
3.2 GHz Turbo Frequency (all cores) None
1.1 GHz Frequency 1.8 GHz
4 CPU Cores 2
normal Core architecture normal
Yes Hyperthreading Yes
No Overclocking No
8 Threads 4
3.2 GHz Turbo Frequency (1 core) 2.8 GHz
 
 

Internal Graphics

The Intel Core i3-1000NG4 has integrated graphics, called iGPU for short.
Specifically, the Intel Core i3-1000NG4 uses the Intel Iris Plus Graphics (Ice Lake G4), which has 384 texture shaders
and 48 execution units.
The iGPU uses the system's main memory as graphics memory and sits on the processor's die.
The Intel Core i5-3427U has integrated graphics, called iGPU for short.
Specifically, the Intel Core i5-3427U uses the Intel HD Graphics 4000, which has 128 texture shaders
and 16 execution units.
0.9 GHz GPU (Turbo) 1.15 GHz
Q3/2019 Release date Q1/2011
48 Execution units 16
12 Direct X 11.0
-- Max. displays --
384 Shaders 128
Intel Iris Plus Graphics (Ice Lake G4) GPU name Intel HD Graphics 4000
0.3 GHz GPU frequency 0.35 GHz
32.0 GB Max. GPU Memory 2.0 GB
11 Generation 7
14 nm Technology 22 nm
 
 

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

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Hardware codec support

A photo or video codec that is accelerated in hardware can greatly accelerate the working speed of a processor and extend the battery life of notebooks or smartphones when playing videos.
Decode / Encode VP8 No
Decode / Encode VP9 No
Decode / Encode AVC Decode / Encode
Decode / Encode h264 Decode / Encode
Decode / Encode JPEG Decode
Decode VC-1 Decode
No AV1 No
Decode / Encode h265 / HEVC (8 bit) No
Decode / Encode h265 / HEVC (10 bit) No
 
 

Memory & PCIe

The processor supports a maximum memory capacity of 32.0 GB distributed across 2 memory channels. It offers a peak memory bandwidth of 59.6 GB/s. Both the type and quantity of memory can have a substantial impact on the overall system performance.
The processor supports a maximum memory capacity of 32.0 GB distributed across 2 memory channels. It offers a peak memory bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s. Both the type and quantity of memory can have a substantial impact on the overall system performance.
Yes AES-NI Yes
32.0 GB Max. Memory 32.0 GB
59.6 GB/s Bandwidth 25.6 GB/s
DDR4-3200, LPDDR4-3733 Memory type DDR3-1600
pci PCIe pci
2 Memory channels 2
No ECC No
 
 

Thermal Management

The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 9 W watts.
TDP indicates the cooling solution needed to effectively manage the processor's heat. It generally provides an approximate indication of the actual power consumption of the CPU itself.
The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 17 W watts.
9 W TDP (PL1 / PBP) 17 W
100 °C Tjunction max 105 °C
 
 

Technical details

The Intel Core i3-1000NG4 is manufactured using a 10 nm process.
A smaller manufacturing process indicates a more contemporary and energy-efficient CPU.
In total, this processor boasts a generous 4.0 MB cache.
A substantial cache can significantly enhance the processor's performance, particularly in scenarios like gaming.
The Intel Core i5-3427U is manufactured using a 22 nm process.
In total, this processor boasts a generous 3.0 MB cache.
Technical data sheet Documents Technical data sheet
Q2/2020 Release date Q2/2012
BGA 1377 Socket BGA 1023
0 bytes L2-Cache 0 bytes
4.0 MB L3-Cache 3.0 MB
Windows 10, Linux, Windows 11 Operating systems Windows 10, Linux
x86-64 (64 bit) Instruction set (ISA) x86-64 (64 bit)
-- Part Number --
Ice Lake U Architecture Ivy Bridge U
VT-x, VT-x EPT, VT-d Virtualization VT-x, VT-x EPT
-- Release price 225 $
SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2 ISA extensions SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX
Monolithic Chip design Monolithic
10 nm Technology 22 nm