CPU comparison with benchmarks
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Intel Core i3-12100F or Intel Core i3-12100F – 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 i3-12100F features 4 processor cores and has the capability to manage 8 threads concurrently. It was released in Q1/2022 and belongs to the 12 generation of the Intel Core i3 series. To use the Intel Core i3-12100F, you'll need a motherboard with a LGA 1700 socket. The Intel Xeon D-2146NT features 8 processor cores and has the capability to manage 16 threads concurrently. It was released in Q1/2018 and belongs to the 2 generation of the Intel Xeon D series. To use the Intel Xeon D-2146NT, you'll need a motherboard with a BGA 2518 socket.
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Intel Core i3 |
Family |
Intel Xeon D |
Desktop / Server |
Segment |
Desktop / Server |
Intel Core i3-12100F |
Name |
Intel Xeon D-2146NT |
Intel Core i 12000 |
Group |
Intel Xeon D-2100 |
12 |
Generation |
2 |
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CPU Cores and Base Frequency |
The Intel Core i3-12100F has 4 CPU cores and can calculate 8 threads in parallel. The clock frequency of the Intel Core i3-12100F is 3.3 GHz and turbo frequency for one core is 4.3 GHz. The Intel Xeon D-2146NT has 8 CPU cores and can calculate 16 threads in parallel. The clock frequency of the Intel Xeon D-2146NT is 2.3 GHz and turbo frequency for one core is 3.0 GHz. The number of CPU cores greatly affects the speed of the processor and is an important performance indicator.
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4x Golden Cove |
Cores |
8x |
4.0 GHz |
Turbo Frequency (all cores) |
2.3 GHz |
3.3 GHz |
Frequency |
2.3 GHz |
4 |
CPU Cores |
8 |
normal |
Core architecture |
normal |
Yes |
Hyperthreading |
Yes |
No |
Overclocking |
No |
8 |
Threads |
16 |
4.3 GHz |
Turbo Frequency (1 core) |
3.0 GHz |
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Internal Graphics |
The Intel Core i3-12100F does not have integrated graphics. The Intel Xeon D-2146NT does not have integrated graphics.
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GPU (Turbo) |
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Release date |
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Execution units |
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Direct X |
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Max. displays |
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Shaders |
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GPU name |
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GPU frequency |
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0 bytes |
Max. GPU Memory |
0 bytes |
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Generation |
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Technology |
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Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning |
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AI specifications |
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AI hardware |
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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.
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VP8 |
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VP9 |
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AVC |
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h264 |
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JPEG |
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VC-1 |
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AV1 |
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h265 / HEVC (8 bit) |
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h265 / HEVC (10 bit) |
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Memory & PCIe |
The processor supports a maximum memory capacity of 128.0 GB distributed across 2 memory channels. It offers a peak memory bandwidth of 76.8 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 512.0 GB distributed across 4 memory channels. It offers a peak memory bandwidth of 68.2 GB/s. Both the type and quantity of memory can have a substantial impact on the overall system performance.
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Yes |
AES-NI |
Yes |
128.0 GB |
Max. Memory |
512.0 GB |
76.8 GB/s |
Bandwidth |
68.2 GB/s |
DDR4-3200, DDR5-4800 |
Memory type |
DDR4-2133 |
pci |
PCIe |
pci |
2 |
Memory channels |
4 |
No |
ECC |
Yes |
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Thermal Management |
The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 58 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 80 W watts.
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89 W |
TDP (PL2) |
None |
58 W |
TDP (PL1 / PBP) |
80 W |
100 °C |
Tjunction max |
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Technical details |
The Intel Core i3-12100F 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 12.0 MB cache. A substantial cache can significantly enhance the processor's performance, particularly in scenarios like gaming. The Intel Xeon D-2146NT is manufactured using a 14 nm process.
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Technical data sheet |
Documents |
Technical data sheet |
Q1/2022 |
Release date |
Q1/2018 |
LGA 1700 |
Socket |
BGA 2518 |
5.0 MB |
L2-Cache |
11.0 MB |
12.0 MB |
L3-Cache |
0 bytes |
Windows 10, Linux, Windows 11 |
Operating systems |
Windows 10, Linux |
x86-64 (64 bit) |
Instruction set (ISA) |
x86-64 (64 bit) |
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Part Number |
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Alder Lake S |
Architecture |
Skylake |
VT-x, VT-x EPT, VT-d |
Virtualization |
VT-x, VT-x EPT, VT-d |
97 $ |
Release price |
686 $ |
SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2, AVX2+ |
ISA extensions |
SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2, AVX-512 |
Monolithic |
Chip design |
Monolithic |
10 nm |
Technology |
14 nm |
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