Intel Core i3-13100F vs Intel Core i3-12100F

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Intel Core i3-13100F or Intel Core i3-13100F – 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 i3-13100F features 4 processor cores and has the capability to manage 8 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q1/2023 and belongs to the 13 generation of the Intel Core i3 series.
To use the Intel Core i3-13100F, you'll need a motherboard with a LGA 1700 socket.
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.
Intel Core i3 Family Intel Core i3
Intel Core i 13000 Group Intel Core i 12000
13 Generation 12
Desktop / Server Segment Desktop / Server
Intel Core i3-13100F Name Intel Core i3-12100F
 
 

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

The Intel Core i3-13100F has 4 CPU cores and can calculate 8 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the A-Core is 3.4 GHz.
Processors with hybrid (big.LITTLE) architecture strike a balance between performance and power efficiency, making them ideal for mobile devices.
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.
8 Threads 8
4.5 GHz A-Core Frequency Turbo None
None None 3.3 GHz
No Overclocking No
None None 4.3 GHz
3.4 GHz A-Core Frequency None
hybrid (big.LITTLE) Core architecture normal
None None 4.0 GHz
None None 4x Golden Cove
Yes Hyperthreading Yes
4x Golden Cove Cores A None
4 CPU Cores 4
 
 

Internal Graphics

The Intel Core i3-13100F does not have integrated graphics.
The Intel Core i3-12100F does not have integrated graphics.
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0 bytes Max. GPU Memory 0 bytes
 
 

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.
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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.
Yes AES-NI Yes
pci PCIe pci
DDR4-3200, DDR5-4800 Memory type DDR4-3200, DDR5-4800
2 Memory channels 2
76.8 GB/s Bandwidth 76.8 GB/s
No ECC No
128.0 GB Max. Memory 128.0 GB
 
 

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.
100 °C Tjunction max 100 °C
58 W TDP (PL1 / PBP) 58 W
89 W TDP (PL2) 89 W
 
 

Technical details

The Intel Core i3-13100F 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 Core i3-12100F is manufactured using a 10 nm process.
VT-x, VT-x EPT, VT-d Virtualization VT-x, VT-x EPT, VT-d
SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2, AVX2+ ISA extensions SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2, AVX2+
Q1/2023 Release date Q1/2022
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x86-64 (64 bit) Instruction set (ISA) x86-64 (64 bit)
Windows 10, Linux, Windows 11 Operating systems Windows 10, Linux, Windows 11
10 nm Technology 10 nm
5.0 MB L2-Cache 5.0 MB
Monolithic Chip design Monolithic
Alder Lake S Refresh Architecture Alder Lake S
12.0 MB L3-Cache 12.0 MB
LGA 1700 Socket LGA 1700
Technical data sheet Documents Technical data sheet
109 $ Release price 97 $
 
 

Benchmarks

Cinebench R23 (Multi-Core)

Intel Core i3-13100F
4C 8T @ 3.4 GHz
8843
8843
Intel Core i3-12100F
4C 8T @ 3.3 GHz
8443
8443

Geekbench 6 (Multi-Core)

Intel Core i3-13100F
4C 8T @ 3.4 GHz
7943
7943
Intel Core i3-12100F
4C 8T @ 3.3 GHz
7428
7428

Geekbench 5, 64bit (Multi-Core)

Intel Core i3-13100F
4C 8T @ 3.4 GHz
6835
6835
Intel Core i3-12100F
4C 8T @ 3.3 GHz
6422
6422

Cinebench R20 (Multi-Core)

Intel Core i3-13100F
4C 8T @ 3.4 GHz
3368
3368
Intel Core i3-12100F
4C 8T @ 3.3 GHz
3204
3204

Geekbench 6 (Single-Core)

Intel Core i3-13100F
4C 8T @ 3.4 GHz
2272
2272
Intel Core i3-12100F
4C 8T @ 3.3 GHz
2157
2157

Cinebench R23 (Single-Core)

Intel Core i3-13100F
4C 8T @ 3.4 GHz
1751
1751
Intel Core i3-12100F
4C 8T @ 3.3 GHz
1658
1658

Cinebench R15 (Multi-Core)

Intel Core i3-13100F
4C 8T @ 3.4 GHz
1273
1273
Intel Core i3-12100F
4C 8T @ 3.3 GHz
1204
1204