Intel Core i3-2130 vs Intel Core i5-6685R

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Intel Core i3-2130 or Intel Core i3-2130 – 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 i3-2130 features 2 processor cores and has the capability to manage 4 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q3/2011 and belongs to the 2 generation of the Intel Core i3 series.
To use the Intel Core i3-2130, you'll need a motherboard with a LGA 1155 socket.
The Intel Core i5-6685R features 4 processor cores and has the capability to manage 4 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q2/2016 and belongs to the 6 generation of the Intel Core i5 series.
To use the Intel Core i5-6685R, you'll need a motherboard with a BGA 1440 socket.
Intel Core i3 Family Intel Core i5
Desktop / Server Segment Desktop / Server
Intel Core i 2000 Group Intel Core i 6000
2 Generation 6
Intel Core i3-2130 Name Intel Core i5-6685R
 
 

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

The Intel Core i3-2130 has 2 CPU cores and can calculate 4 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core i3-2130 is 3.4 GHz
The Intel Core i5-6685R has 4 CPU cores and can calculate 4 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core i5-6685R is 3.2 GHz
and turbo frequency for one core is 3.8 GHz.
normal Core architecture normal
4 Threads 4
None None 3.4 GHz
2 CPU Cores 4
No Overclocking No
None None 3.8 GHz
Yes Hyperthreading No
2x Cores 4x
3.4 GHz Frequency 3.2 GHz
 
 

Internal Graphics

The Intel Core i3-2130 has integrated graphics, called iGPU for short.
Specifically, the Intel Core i3-2130 uses the Intel HD Graphics 2000, which has 48 texture shaders
and 6 execution units.
The iGPU uses the system's main memory as graphics memory and sits on the processor's die.
The Intel Core i5-6685R has integrated graphics, called iGPU for short.
Specifically, the Intel Core i5-6685R uses the Intel Iris Pro Graphics 580, which has 576 texture shaders
and 72 execution units.
10.1 Direct X 12.0
Q1/2011 Release date Q3/2015
6 Generation 9
2.0 GB Max. GPU Memory 32.0 GB
-- Max. displays --
6 Execution units 72
48 Shaders 576
1.1 GHz GPU (Turbo) 1.15 GHz
32 nm Technology 14 nm
0.85 GHz GPU frequency 0.35 GHz
Intel HD Graphics 2000 GPU name Intel Iris Pro Graphics 580
 
 

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 VC-1 Decode
No h265 / HEVC (10 bit) Decode
No h265 / HEVC (8 bit) Decode / Encode
No VP9 Decode
No AV1 No
Decode / Encode AVC Decode / Encode
No JPEG Decode / Encode
No VP8 Decode / Encode
Decode / Encode h264 Decode / Encode
 
 

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 21.3 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 64.0 GB distributed across 2 memory channels. It offers a peak memory bandwidth of 34.1 GB/s. Both the type and quantity of memory can have a substantial impact on the overall system performance.
pci PCIe pci
Yes AES-NI Yes
DDR3-1333 Memory type DDR4-2133
No ECC No
2 Memory channels 2
32.0 GB Max. Memory 64.0 GB
21.3 GB/s Bandwidth 34.1 GB/s
 
 

Thermal Management

The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 65 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.
-- Tjunction max --
65 W TDP (PL1 / PBP) 65 W
 
 

Technical details

The Intel Core i3-2130 is manufactured using a 32 nm process.
A smaller manufacturing process indicates a more contemporary and energy-efficient CPU.
In total, this processor boasts a generous 3.0 MB cache.
A substantial cache can significantly enhance the processor's performance, particularly in scenarios like gaming.
The Intel Core i5-6685R is manufactured using a 14 nm process.
In total, this processor boasts a generous 6.0 MB cache.
117 $ Release price --
x86-64 (64 bit) Instruction set (ISA) x86-64 (64 bit)
0 bytes L2-Cache 0 bytes
Q3/2011 Release date Q2/2016
Sandy Bridge S Architecture Skylake S
LGA 1155 Socket BGA 1440
Windows 10, Linux Operating systems Windows 10, Linux
Technical data sheet Documents Technical data sheet
-- Part Number --
VT-x, VT-x EPT Virtualization VT-x, VT-x EPT, VT-d
Monolithic Chip design Monolithic
SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX ISA extensions SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2
32 nm Technology 14 nm
3.0 MB L3-Cache 6.0 MB